The racing outside the top class threatens to be as fierce as ever as British riders target the Moto2 and Moto3 titles this year

Enjoy all the action from every race across the BBC throughout 2012 on BBC1, BBC2, BBC HD, Red Button and online.

"Flying on the ground at 220mph" - BBC Sport looks at how a MotoGP bike and a Formula 1 car compare.

BBC Sport's pundits and commentary team highlight who and what to watch out for in the new MotoGP season.

British MotoGP rider Cal Crutchlow is backed by the Tech 3 Yamaha team manager to challenge for top-five finishes this season.