Honda HRC Castrol

The Honda HRC Castrol MotoGP Team, also known as LCR Honda Castrol, is a satellite team in the MotoGP championship that works closely with the Honda Racing Corporation (HRC). The team was founded in 1996 by former racer Lucio Cecchinello, and it has since grown into one of the most respected private teams on the grid.

LCR Honda became a full-time MotoGP team in 2006 and has been racing with Honda machinery ever since. Over the years, the team has worked with many talented riders and earned several podiums. The team plays a key role in helping Honda develop and test parts for their factory machines, acting as a valuable support system in the MotoGP paddock.

Honda HRC Castrol Wage bill of 2024-25: For the 2024–25 season, Honda's wage bill for its two riders at around $4.35 million (roughly €3.72 million or £3.20 million) for this campaign. Joan Mir clearly stands out as the highest‑paid rider of the team. He earns around $3.5 million annual (approx. €3 million or £2.57 million).