Jack Miller could partner Jake Dixon in 2026 with World Superbikes giants now ‘shopping’ in the MotoGP paddock

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Jack Miller is still awaiting a decision from Yamaha on his MotoGP future, a week into the summer break. Miller’s contract expires at the end of the season.

The latest indications are that Yamaha have decided to drop Miguel Oliveira from Pramac’s rider line-up. Oliveira hasn’t met a performance clause in his deal, partly due to injury.

But that doesn’t mean that Miller is safe. The Japanese brand have already signed two-time World Superbikes champion Toprak Razgatlioglu.

And while Miller has been Yamaha’s second-highest scorer behind Fabio Quartararo, it seems he hasn’t yet won unanimous backing. There’s still a possibility that they form an all-new line-up at their satellite team.

Honda WSBK team eyeing Jack Miller alongside Jake Dixon

If Miller isn’t offered a new deal, it’s highly unlikely that he stays in MotoGP, with very few seats available elsewhere. A move to World Superbikes would be more realistic.

According to a report from MOW, Honda are ‘ready’ to sign him, while there’s also interest from BMW and Ducati as multiple teams go ‘shopping’ in the Grand Prix paddock. Luigi Dall’Igna remains a fan of Miller, who used to ride for the Bologna Bullets.

It’s previously been reported that Honda could appoint Cal Crutchlow as their new team manager. Crutchlow and Miller share a close relationship, which could be an important incentive.

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Moto2 rider Jake Dixon is already bound for Honda. Dixon is currently eighth in the intermediate class standings, with six wins, eight poles and 19 podiums overall.

At 29, he knows that his hopes of becoming a full-time MotoGP rider are receding. That’s why he’s willing to take the WSBK plunge with a prestigious team.

The leading contenders to replace Jack Miller at Pramac

Miller has two main rivals for the Pramac seat, both of whom race alongside Dixon in Moto2. Championship leader Manuel Gonzales is in the hunt, as is fourth-place Diogo Moreira.

The initial expectation was that Pramac would develop young talent for the factory team. But their first three signings have all been in their late 20s or 30s.

There has been a rumour in the paddock that Yamaha could terminate Alex Rins’ contract, which would open up a seat for Miller next to Quartararo. But Paolo Pavesio’s squad have denied this.

Miller’s leading WSBK suitors, Honda, currently rank fourth in the manufacturer’s championship. Their middling performance could be a factor in the Queensland racer’s decision.