Kato. For 2002 he entered the MotoGP class aboard a Honda two-stroke, but this proved to be his final year of professional racing, as he retired after a difficult season that saw him finish 17th overall. He ended his career with 17 Grand Prix victories, all in the 250cc class. Grand Prix career statistics Points system from 1988 to 1992: Points system from 1993: (key) (Races in bold indicate pole position; races in italics indicate fastest lap) References External links Profile Official site People from Chiba (city) Japanese motorcycle racers Pramac Racing MotoGP riders 500cc World Championship riders 250cc World Championship riders 1970 births Living people MotoGP World Championship riders 250cc World Riders' Champions