Moto2 is the 600cc class set to replace the 250cc two stroke class in grand prix racing. Engines will be naturally aspirated four strokes. There will be rev-limits based on number of cylinders (16k for four cylinders, 15.5k for triples, and 15k for twins). Weight minimums based on the number of cylinders will also be in place. There are also a number of rules aimed at keeping costs low and competition high. Electronic aids on bikes are very limited. Teams will be able to buy other teams engines after races (teams must sell if there's an offer) for a fixed price of $26,700 USD.
It seems as though the 600 will run along side the 250 for the first races, with the 600's gradually displacing the two strokes. It should be interesting to see how this works out.
Source Faster and Faster and Motorcycle News
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