[1] Rossi's move to Yamaha, therefore, was a gamble on a manufacturer that hadn't had won a world championship in 12 years.
Runner-up Sete Gibernau gave Rossi a strong challenge initially, but faded towards the end of the season.
The following Grands Prix were scheduled to take place in 2004:[6][7] The following changes are made to the regulation for the 2004 season:[9][10][11] This rule was additionally added on 27 March 2004: These rules were additionally added on 27 March 2004: Points were awarded to the top fifteen finishers.
Bold – Pole positionItalics – Fastest lap Points were awarded to the top fifteen finishers.
Bold – Pole positionItalics – Fastest lap Points were awarded to the top fifteen finishers.