The provisional calendar for the 2012 MotoGP has been announced by Dorna, the organizers of MotoGP. Three dates in the calendar however have to be confirmed. But, this seems to be very unlikely to happen. The German GP at Sachsenring is a favorite for fans and riders. However, it may not make it into the calendar this time due to losses. To make matters even more worse, Dorna has doubled their fees from €2m to€4m for 2012.
There will be four rounds in Spain, two in Italy and two consecutive rounds in the USA. The Japanese round at Motegi will remain in its October slot after being postponed from earlier dates twice in two years. The new order has made traveling for the teams easier especially from Malaysia to Australia.
April 15 – Qatar, Doha
April 29 – Spain, Jerez (as yet unconfirmed)
May 6 – Portugal Estoril (as yet unconfirmed)
May 20 – France, Le Mans
June 3 – Catalunya, Montmelo
June 17 – Great Britain, Silverstone
June 30 – Netherlands, Assen
July 8 – Germany, Sachsenring (as yet unconfirmed)
July 15 – Italy, Mugello
July 29 – USA, Laguna Seca
August 19 – USA, Indianapolis
September 16 – San Marino, Misano
September 30 – Aragon, Motorland Aragon
October 14 – Japan, Motegi
October 21 – Malaysia, Sepang
October 28 – Australia, Phillip Island
November 11 – Valencia, Ricardo Tormo Circuit