Even if you’re not really a fan of this Grand Prix, you would definitely like to watch MotoGP exclusively.
The name Valentino Rossi rings any bell? He is the legend of MotoGP from Italy. He won the championship 9 times throughout his career since 1996. He is definitely one of the main reasons people come to watch MotoGP.
The prestige of winning races in MotoGP has been so high. The results are the very entertaining races to witness every season. The competition between the MotoGP riders is another interesting thing to watch as a side dish to a delicious main course.
The event itself is held in many countries. It lasts for at least three days (practice, qualifying session, and the race itself). But the euphoria lasts even longer. Experiencing this world class event in a luxurious way should be on your itinerary.
Here are 10 tips for you to watch MotoGP exclusively like a Sir. Set up your gears and start the engine!
10. Arrive Days Early to Explore The Town
When a city holds the MotoGP event, the whole town becomes festive. It is an experience not to miss when you are coming to watch MotoGP. Arrive days earlier prior to the race so you can explore the place and its festive luxuries.
Take a look at next month’s race in Mugello, Italy. It is located in the Tuscany area which is known for its landscapes and artistic legacy. There are many places to visit in Tuscany. The most popular one is the leaning tower of Pisa.
Being the home of the legendary Valentino Rossi, Italy becomes more festive during the event of MotoGP in Mugello. A visit to his hometown, Urbino, will give you the unforgettable experience.
Other countries offer you similar experience. For example, the next race will be in Le Mans, France. It is not too late to book for a trip to watch MotoGP Le Mans in May 8th.
9. Rent a Sport Car to Drive Around with Style
The best way to embody the spirit of MotoGP race is to drive a fast vehicle. Travel to the city where you watch MotoGP with your sport car. If you don’t own any, just rent your favorite.
After arriving days early, you have time to explore the town. Isn’t it great to drive around with a sport car? If you can’t drive, you can always hire a driver.
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The MotoGP riders are known for their love for fast cars too. As you can see on the picture, Valentino Rossi was seen driving his Ferrari in Monza, Italy.
8. Check In to The Best Hotel
As mentioned before, the city where MotoGP is held will be so much more festive during the event. Even days before the event starts. The best place for you to spend your nights while you’re there depends on your preference.
If you like a quiet retreat, you may want to go further away from the race track. There are many luxurious resorts available such as the Tuscany resort you saw earlier.
If you like to be involved in the racing euphoria, find hotels near MotoGP events. Many of the GP’s sponsors will hold fun events in addition to the race.
Spending time partying with fellow MotoGP fans is a great way to make it an unforgettable experience. Take a look at the picture taken from the Monster Energy’s event. Those girls seem to have a lot of fun!
7. Hitchhike on The MotoGP bike with Your Favorite Rider
You don’t have to be a MotoGP rider to experience the fast ride on the race track. MotoGP gives the fans a once in a lifetime experience for that. They provide exclusive two seated bikes for this occasion. Before you watch MotoGP race itself, wouldn’t it be awesome to ride along with the rider?
This doesn’t happen in all races, though. This occasional opportunity usually held for charity purpose in particular race track only. The foundation is called Riders for Health. All the money from this event goes directly to the charity work.
To sign up for this, there are requirements you have to meet besides the money. You have to be healthy, by MotoGP standard. They will perform medical check up on you. You should be more than 18 years old and less than 60 years old. Your maximum weight is 90 kg and maximum height is 1.90 cm. It is all for safety reason.
If you meet all the requirements, congratulation! You have the chance to experience riding along the super-fast MotoGP bike on the very race track where you will watch MotoGP.
6. Experience the Helicopter View
A MotoGP race track is a masterpiece. To be able to see it with your own eyes from up above is as interesting as to watch MotoGP race itself.
Unfortunately, you cannot fly on a helicopter during the race because it may disturb the riders. And you cannot ride along with the official broadcasting helicopter covering the race. What you can do is to rent a private helicopter service and fly over the race track before the race starts.
The service does not just offer you this exclusive tour of the race track. It also offers you a pick-up service. Right before the event starts, there will be traffic in and out of the race area. Arriving with a helicopter is the best way to avoid all of that.
Plus, it offers a full service. It means the helicopter will wait for you until you finish watching the race. Let say the race is postponed for a few hours due to force majeure, it will still wait for you faithfully.
5. Explore The Riders’ Practice Session
MotoGP riders are like celebrities especially if you have been idolizing them throughout their careers. Even though you will be watching them racing, to be able to meet them in person is a rare opportunity.
As mentioned before, MotoGP is not just a one day event. However, people tend to skip the other two sessions (practice and qualifying) to just come for the main race. They are missing more than just a casual practice session. They are missing the chance to run into one of the riders.
On the race day, riders will be all focused on the competition. But during free practice day, they come to the track to try out before the official qualifying session. They will be more at ease and they will surely be more available to welcome fans.
If you’re lucky, you won’t just shake their hands. You can also get their autographs and perhaps take a quick selfie for your profile picture.
4. Get the MotoGP VIP Village Access
Forget grandstand ticket. Get the ultimate access to MotoGP VIP Village. It is the all in one VIP package to watch MotoGP. It is an official service provided by MotoGP for its exclusive fans.
Besides being able to watch MotoGP from an exclusive grandstand, you will get a lot of other exclusive facilities. First up is a reserved parking spot. There will be around 100,000 people attending the race. You don’t want to fight over the best parking space with that many people.
You also have access to live race coverage on TV screens. So, you can watch the race comfortably without missing anything. In addition to that, high quality buffet will be served for you. Not to mention the nonstop bar service. Bring in those wine and cheese!
To experience these exclusive features, you have to pay more than just a grandstand ticket. The price varies from one race to another. To paint you a picture, for Mugello race next month, the MotoGP VIP Village access is bundled with €1,025 price per person.
3. Get the Exclusive Paddock Pass
Paddock area is where riders and their teams set things up before and during the race. Here, you will see the riders’ trailers (if you’re lucky, you will cross path with them).
MotoGP provides an exclusive access to this exclusive area. This is also a part of the MotoGP VIP Village features. This area is restricted without the exclusive access that is limited to a few lucky fans in every race.
To access the paddock, you can join the exclusive private paddock tour. It is available on Saturday, during the qualifying day from 9.30 am to 4 pm. It is also available on Sunday, during the race day from 9 am to 3.30 pm.
Besides paddock access, you can also join the Pit Lane Walk tour. Pit Lane is a crucial spot for riders. It is where they prepare themselves for the last time before going out to fight.
2. Get Up Close to the Podium Celebration
The best part of the race for the riders is the podium celebration. Those riders compete to get to the top of that podium and stand taller than any other riders (except for Dani Pedrosa though, he is still not taller than Valentino Rossi even though he steps on that first place podium. Sorry, Dani.)
Not every fan can be that close to the podium. In most races, they will only allow the riders’ team members and the media to access this exclusive area.
But in some occasions, there are lucky VIPs who can stand there together with the riders’ team and celebrate the win. Isn’t that awesome?
You can sing along to their national anthem, act like you are the team the riders thanking for the win, and perhaps got yourself a splash of champagne from the riders’ celebration.
1. Join the Riders on Exclusive After Party
The race is finally over. What is the best way to wrap things up before you go back to your daily routine? A party!
The riders may only have a few days off before they have to get ready for the next race. But some of them will make some time to attend these riders’ after party. Sometimes, celebrities attend the party too!
Amber Lounge is one of the high end party venues for racers. Both Formula 1 drivers and MotoGP riders were spotted in Amber Lounge after parties from time to time.
For one entry ticket to this event, you will need around $500. Don’t forget to dress up exclusively. Otherwise, the bouncer won’t let you into this exclusive MotoGP riders’ after party.
