After two years of dedication and countless emotions, the journey of Polimi Motorcycle Factory (PMF) – Politecnico di Milano in the eighth edition of MotoStudent has come to a close. It is with immense pride that we announce we are MS1 Champions and secured 3rd place overall in the Electric category!

From October 15th to 19th, the MotorLand Aragón circuit in Alcañiz (Spain) hosted the eighth edition of MotoStudent, the world’s most prestigious university competition dedicated to the design and manufacturing of racing prototypes. Every two years, over 70 international universities compete in a challenge that blends engineering, innovation, and industrial experimentation. The competition is divided into two phases: MS1, which evaluates the engineering project and technical-scientific innovation through six detailed reports, and MS2, which takes place entirely on the track through dynamic tests and the final race.

Italy was represented on the track by eight universities:

  • UniBo Motorsport (Alma Mater Studiorum – University of Bologna)
  • UniBs Motorsport (University of Brescia)
  • Stretto in Carena (University of Messina)
  • Polimi Motorcycle Factory (Politecnico di Milano)
  • Impulse Modena Racing (University of Modena and Reggio Emilia)
  • Quarto di Litro (University of Padua)
  • Sapienza Gladiators (Sapienza University of Rome)
  • 2WheelsPoliTo (Politecnico di Torino)

This edition reached an incredibly high technical standard, with Italian universities achieving outstanding results in both categories (E-fuel and Electric), with minimal gaps between the podium teams.

Over the weekend, Polimi Motorcycle Factory’s bike, “Bambara”, proved its potential on the track, bringing PMF to the podium once again. The performances in top speed and acceleration were particularly striking: the PMF prototype, weighing only 119kg, recorded the highest top speed ever seen at MotoStudent, hitting 230.3 km/h at the Aragon straight speed trap. “Bambara” also dominated the acceleration test, reaching 180.9 km/h in just 150 meters—a staggering 27 km/h faster than the runner-up. The competition remained fierce until the very last minute: out of 1,100 total points, only 30 points separated UniBo, UMA, and PoliMi.

In conclusion, MotoStudent 2025 confirms Italy’s central role in university-level motorcycle innovation. Our national teams demonstrated not only competitive spirit but also the ability to develop real, transferable technologies fully aligned with industrial needs. The simultaneous presence of high-level E-fuel and electric prototypes showcases a unique educational excellence in Europe, capable of merging sustainable vision, advanced experimentation, and immediate industrial impact. It is a strong signal of the pivotal role the Italian academic system plays in the evolution of motorsport and the mobility of the future.