Marc Márquez warned the bike was able to be faster after his Brno MotoGP victory on Sunday.
What's Next for Marc Márquez?
He hopes to be fit enough to start attacking from next month's German MotoGP at Sachsenring.
Marc Márquez has sliced Marco Bezzecchi's title lead from 102 to 40 points heading into this weekend's Assen round.
The Road to Recovery
Despite winning three of the last four races, Marc Márquez is still rebuilding strength in his right arm and shoulder.
The 33-year-old was physically exhausted after his Brno victory, admitting the bike was able to be faster, but he was not able to push the limit.
Managing the Mental Side
Until he feels strong enough to attack for a full weekend, Marc Márquez has to manage when he pushes to the maximum across the three days, finding it more demanding on the mental side.
He explained that Fridays are super difficult, having to slow down and push, which requires a lot of concentration and mental effort.
Marc Márquez has also spoken about the need to discover what the new 100 per cent will be for his right arm and shoulder, following last year's Mandalika injuries and subsequent surgery on a compressed nerve.
The German Grand Prix from 10-12 July will be followed by the MotoGP summer break, offering vital recovery time ahead of the British Grand Prix at Silverstone from 7-9 August, where Marc Márquez plans to start attacking.
Marc Márquez was officially confirmed as remaining with Ducati until the end of the 2028 season on Tuesday, giving him a secure future in the sport.
The summer break will be crucial for Marc Márquez, as he looks to regain his strength and come back stronger for the second half of the season, starting with the British Grand Prix at Silverstone