Repsol Honda's Jorge Lorenzo's first target at this weekend's Qatar MotoGP test is to understand how close to full fitness he is when he steps on the RC213V for the first time this year.

The former champion broke his scaphoid in a dirtbike crash and has been out of action after surgery, missing the Sepang test.

"I have been working a lot on improving my wrist and I’m pleased with the progress. Of course I would have liked to be in a better condition, but I feel we will be able to have a productive test," said Lorenzo.

"First we must understand my condition on the bike. Honda were able to make a lot of progress in Sepang and I’m looking forward to getting back on the RC213V and preparing for the season ahead.”

Team-mate Marquez is also recovering from injury, in his case an operation to fix his dislocated shoulder. The reigning champion rode injured in Malaysia and is hoping to see an improvement this weekend.

"Already we are at the last test before the season starts! I am of course excited to ride once again and continue the work we did in Malaysia. Since then I have continued to work on improving my shoulder and I'm confident I will be in a better physical condition than in Malaysia. The focus is again to test the most important parts for Honda so we can start the season well.”