Criville and Barros on their 2002 plans

"I don't know what's going on," the 1999 world champion said. "We are in talks right now but I have options should there not be a suitable offer from Honda."

Another rider with an uncertain future is Brazilian Alex Barros. "I would like to stay in my current team with Sito Pons and ride a Honda two-stroke next year," Barros said. "But I have other options if that doesn't happen, including a four-stroke project with Aprilia, and I will have to see what offers are on the table before I make a decision."