Hi All
Anyone interested?
Just watched FP1, wow what a start to the season. Rossi, Lorenzo and Marquez were deffinately trying to put markers down and weren't mucking about.
The doctor comes out on top, if Yamaha have fixed the tyre wear problem this could be a great season
Best
Jon
Anyone interested?
Just watched FP1, wow what a start to the season. Rossi, Lorenzo and Marquez were deffinately trying to put markers down and weren't mucking about.
The doctor comes out on top, if Yamaha have fixed the tyre wear problem this could be a great season
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #1
Love it mate and WSB
Rossi is king for me, Rat boy has been on the best bike for a long time. What he has done for Yamaha is something else
GOAT
Love it mate and WSB
Rossi is king for me, Rat boy has been on the best bike for a long time. What he has done for Yamaha is something else
GOAT
In reply to Post #2
Hi Chris
Agreed,
Kornfeil in moto3 did well as well (we know him) but my favourite rider Zarco seems to be on an alien machine, I think he was 22nd.
Gonna be a great season though if today was anything to go by, lots of mentions of Lorenzo being injured, but nothing on the net to what the injury is though? He's still fast though
Best
Jon
Hi Chris
Agreed,
Kornfeil in moto3 did well as well (we know him) but my favourite rider Zarco seems to be on an alien machine, I think he was 22nd.
Gonna be a great season though if today was anything to go by, lots of mentions of Lorenzo being injured, but nothing on the net to what the injury is though? He's still fast though
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #2
Sorry dp
Sorry dp
In reply to Post #3
Nice one John
Hopefully I will be going to the UK events again.
Do you have a bike yourself John, think we may have discussed this in the past?
No. 46 for me
Nice one John
Hopefully I will be going to the UK events again.
Do you have a bike yourself John, think we may have discussed this in the past?
No. 46 for me
In reply to Post #5
"Do you have a bike yourself John, think we may have discussed this in the past?"
No and no
My uncle is Derek Edwards of Lotus fame in f2 maybe f1 I'm not 100% sure
Followed Rossi for years though, the word legend in both carp fishing and almost all other sports is so over used, but in Ross's case it's the only one that should have a hashtag and Yamaha should be sponsoring it
Best
Jon
"Do you have a bike yourself John, think we may have discussed this in the past?"
No and no
My uncle is Derek Edwards of Lotus fame in f2 maybe f1 I'm not 100% sure
Followed Rossi for years though, the word legend in both carp fishing and almost all other sports is so over used, but in Ross's case it's the only one that should have a hashtag and Yamaha should be sponsoring it
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #1
yes love it, going to be very interesting this season now Lorenzo has switched to Honda.maybe he won't end up being marquezs lover much longer
Rossi still mixing it at the top at 40 
I've a couple of races chalked in the diary this year,catalunya as usual,san marino, cant be doing with the Silverstone farce anymore. went to sepang last year flight and race ticket weren't much more than a weekends camping at stone. got to love the Moto 3 racing also,crazy.
yes love it, going to be very interesting this season now Lorenzo has switched to Honda.maybe he won't end up being marquezs lover much longer
Rossi still mixing it at the top at 40 I've a couple of races chalked in the diary this year,catalunya as usual,san marino, cant be doing with the Silverstone farce anymore. went to sepang last year flight and race ticket weren't much more than a weekends camping at stone. got to love the Moto 3 racing also,crazy.
In reply to Post #1
Love it!!!!
Apart from wanting Rossi to win every race, bit too old now but still great to watch. love seeing the two rats of Marquez and Lorenzo stack it...
Love it!!!!
Apart from wanting Rossi to win every race, bit too old now but still great to watch. love seeing the two rats of Marquez and Lorenzo stack it...
Echo your thoughts lads
40 year old and still got it, unbelievable
I think everybody is a fan
40 year old and still got it, unbelievable
I think everybody is a fan
In reply to Post #1
Yep, me and the Mrs love it, though I've got to say the last few years with M so far in front have been a bit dull!
Interesting re the Yam and Rossi, I saw his pre season practice interview the other day and he was less than happy with it and the read up said it was full of problems, similar to M...hope they get it sorted.
Yep, me and the Mrs love it, though I've got to say the last few years with M so far in front have been a bit dull!
Interesting re the Yam and Rossi, I saw his pre season practice interview the other day and he was less than happy with it and the read up said it was full of problems, similar to M...hope they get it sorted.
In reply to Post #10
To be fair Honda always put out a cracking bike
I saw Rossi's bike last year, and I twisted the throttle and I pulled the clutch
To be fair Honda always put out a cracking bike
I saw Rossi's bike last year, and I twisted the throttle and I pulled the clutch
Personally know the guy (Shaun) who owns smr racing wsb so try to follow it as much as I can
In reply to Post #11
...and your still with us 
Was I the only 1 wishing M fell off at every corner last year...still haven't forgiven him...doubt I ever will
For those reading not familiar with it its here
...and your still with us Was I the only 1 wishing M fell off at every corner last year...still haven't forgiven him...doubt I ever will
For those reading not familiar with it its here
In reply to Post #13
and your still with us
The feeling was amazing and one I will never forget
Rat boy, cheater, real dirty at times
Don't know why I had a Repsol replica
Stunning looking bike though
and your still with us
The feeling was amazing and one I will never forget
Rat boy, cheater, real dirty at times
Don't know why I had a Repsol replica
Stunning looking bike though
In reply to Post #13
yeah I remember that one, mm even held his hand up so he knew he was in the wrong and took the wrong racing line..
yeah I remember that one, mm even held his hand up so he knew he was in the wrong and took the wrong racing line..
In reply to Post #13
Was that before or after the time Rossi kicked Marquez off Rossi fans always crying 😭
Was that before or after the time Rossi kicked Marquez off Rossi fans always crying 😭
In reply to Post #16
to be fair to Rossi though he needs a good kicking, how very dare that upstart 🤣
to be fair to Rossi though he needs a good kicking, how very dare that upstart 🤣
In reply to Post #16
seeing that when Rossi got put back to the back of the grid for that and most of the grid infront let him through. just shows that it wasn't a kick..
seeing that when Rossi got put back to the back of the grid for that and most of the grid infront let him through. just shows that it wasn't a kick..
In reply to Post #17
A whole other level now, forget knee sliders, elbow sliders
A great race of many here, in the rain though, mental
in the wet!
I saw Stoner at a Caldwell BSB event and he lead the 125 race by half a lap! I thought, yep, he's gonna be something special
A whole other level now, forget knee sliders, elbow sliders
A great race of many here, in the rain though, mental
in the wet!
I saw Stoner at a Caldwell BSB event and he lead the 125 race by half a lap! I thought, yep, he's gonna be something special
Marquez has blown it out the ball park in fp2 man's on fire again Lorenzo not far behind
In reply to Post #20
Those Hondas are a far superior bike imho, that's the real difference 
Those Hondas are a far superior bike imho, that's the real difference
Hi All
Loving all this, just wish they could eradicate hi sides somehow, every time I see one my heart is in my mouth so as to speak. I know Lorenzo went over on a slow corner, but........ horrible
Best
Jon
Loving all this, just wish they could eradicate hi sides somehow, every time I see one my heart is in my mouth so as to speak. I know Lorenzo went over on a slow corner, but........ horrible
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #22
High side, not good at all John
Mainly the rear wheel slipping and then gripping
Mind you though, the introduction of the air bag suits is a big step forward imho. Think its Lorenzo on the Alpinestars site, 150mph high side, air bag goes off and he walks away
So much power those bikes, unreal, don't seem to come off them as much as the 500cc two stokes though, they were mental. I would love a go on one, steady away though
High side, not good at all John
Mainly the rear wheel slipping and then gripping
Mind you though, the introduction of the air bag suits is a big step forward imho. Think its Lorenzo on the Alpinestars site, 150mph high side, air bag goes off and he walks away
So much power those bikes, unreal, don't seem to come off them as much as the 500cc two stokes though, they were mental. I would love a go on one, steady away though
In reply to Post #23
Hi Chris
Had a text from a friend who works in Doha and the wind is blowing a lot of sand onto the track, not going to get better tomorrow for the race by all accounts. Looks like it's going to be survival of the fittest. I don't think qualifying will have much bearing on any of the race class results, gonna be a tyre weekend I think
Best
Jon
Hi Chris
Had a text from a friend who works in Doha and the wind is blowing a lot of sand onto the track, not going to get better tomorrow for the race by all accounts. Looks like it's going to be survival of the fittest. I don't think qualifying will have much bearing on any of the race class results, gonna be a tyre weekend I think
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #24
Brilliant mate, his he going to the race?
If so he's a lucky man
Brilliant mate, his he going to the race?
If so he's a lucky man
In reply to Post #25
No, his next work swing starts tomorrow so he only got to watch today's free practices. He knows a few people who have tickets for the actual races and they are questioning whether or not to go due to the weather
Going to be interesting whatever the weather chucks up, it's Moto GP after all..........
Best
Jon
No, his next work swing starts tomorrow so he only got to watch today's free practices. He knows a few people who have tickets for the actual races and they are questioning whether or not to go due to the weather
Going to be interesting whatever the weather chucks up, it's Moto GP after all..........
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #26
Too right mate, could be very close with a bit of luck, anybody's
Too right mate, could be very close with a bit of luck, anybody's
I enjoy watching the Qatar race, it looks good under the lights but I've read in the past a lot of the riders don't like it..the shadows make it hard also likes been said the sand blowing over the track.bit of a **** track to actually go and watch the race live, only one stand..crafty mm93 getting a tow in q2 to nick 3rd. Rossi has his work cut out tomorrow but never rite him off come race day.
In reply to Post #21
Disagree, it's the person on the bike that makes the real difference. Stoner proved this winning the title on a machine nobody including Rossi could ride. Let's also not forget Rossi had a machine developed for him that was superior to anything else including the one has team mate rode. Love or loathe MM he is the most talented rider I've seen since I started watching in the early seventies and let's not look back with Rose tints on as Rossi has taken out his share of riders over the years and used his mind games and huge fan base to intimidate rivals.
Disagree, it's the person on the bike that makes the real difference. Stoner proved this winning the title on a machine nobody including Rossi could ride. Let's also not forget Rossi had a machine developed for him that was superior to anything else including the one has team mate rode. Love or loathe MM he is the most talented rider I've seen since I started watching in the early seventies and let's not look back with Rose tints on as Rossi has taken out his share of riders over the years and used his mind games and huge fan base to intimidate rivals.
In reply to Post #29
The bikes the biggest part for me and those Honda's are exceptional, no doubt, If Rossi and MM were on the same bike then that would be the test. Agree though, MM is a great rider, let's see how he fairs against Lorenzo, I expect his talent to shine
As for the bikes, look what Batista has just done in WSB, that V4 Ducati is untouchable on the straights, can't compete, 15 second gap! and Rea riding the tyres off it
Same when Foggy was riding them, different league at the time, his Moto GP career says it all
The bikes the biggest part for me and those Honda's are exceptional, no doubt, If Rossi and MM were on the same bike then that would be the test. Agree though, MM is a great rider, let's see how he fairs against Lorenzo, I expect his talent to shine
As for the bikes, look what Batista has just done in WSB, that V4 Ducati is untouchable on the straights, can't compete, 15 second gap! and Rea riding the tyres off it
Same when Foggy was riding them, different league at the time, his Moto GP career says it all
Race day chaps. My money is on Marquez if he stays up right.
Lowes will fall off as well
Lowes will fall off as well
In reply to Post #30
Foggy/ducati held the podium record, 100, for 18 years and others were on ducati's at the time so I would argue it was the rider, having met him I would say his level of determination and commitment were higher than anyone else he rode against. The Honda has also had a reputation as an animal to ride which maybe why Danny was bitten by it so many times.
Foggy/ducati held the podium record, 100, for 18 years and others were on ducati's at the time so I would argue it was the rider, having met him I would say his level of determination and commitment were higher than anyone else he rode against. The Honda has also had a reputation as an animal to ride which maybe why Danny was bitten by it so many times.
In reply to Post #31
Hi Russ
I would have gone Marquez as well until I saw Vinales in qualifying, he looked so smooth, almost a different rider to last year.
Best
Jon
Hi Russ
I would have gone Marquez as well until I saw Vinales in qualifying, he looked so smooth, almost a different rider to last year.
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #31
I'm going to go with dovi for the win,
I'm going to go with dovi for the win,
In reply to Post #34
Gotta love anyone who rides a ducati
as I've been telling all my mates since my 916 days IT AIN'T WHAT IT DOES ITS THE WAY IT DOES IT,
Gotta love anyone who rides a ducati
as I've been telling all my mates since my 916 days IT AIN'T WHAT IT DOES ITS THE WAY IT DOES IT,
In reply to Post #32
Very successful rider, but like you say, the Ducati dominated, was a revelation at the time compared to the competition
Just looked at a 1299 today and a 959
Zx10r and S1000rr yesterday. Think I might get an Aprilia RSV4 this year, sound sublime, what an engine
Very successful rider, but like you say, the Ducati dominated, was a revelation at the time compared to the competition
Just looked at a 1299 today and a 959
Zx10r and S1000rr yesterday. Think I might get an Aprilia RSV4 this year, sound sublime, what an engine
In reply to Post #35
In reply to Post #37
That your V4 mate?
Nice
That your V4 mate?
Nice
Big up for Luthi, after that article on his performance in Moto GP saying he had no place in the sport.
What a ride, he needed 1 more lap and baldasari was done.
Very interesting re Gardner's tyres as well, they just died in the last 2 laps
Best
Jon
What a ride, he needed 1 more lap and baldasari was done.
Very interesting re Gardner's tyres as well, they just died in the last 2 laps
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #37
More of a beat up blacked out gixxer man, but she is a beaut
More of a beat up blacked out gixxer man, but she is a beaut
Dovi , mm, wheyhey crutch low.
In reply to Post #41
Game on
Cruthlow, amazing really following the recovery
Game on
Cruthlow, amazing really following the recovery
Looks like it's going to be a good year. The pack at the front was very tight and more bikes involved there too. Well done to crutchlow he's been riding so much better the last couple of seasons not the mad head he was at tech and Ducati he seems to stay on the bike a lot more now days
Great win for dovi carbon copy of last years race Shame the newboy stalled his bike at the warm lap. Great things coming from that kid and only 19 wow.
Rossi did well and came close to a podium. And Marquez still mad for a win on the Honda will come in the next race
And I do like jack miller bet his a great laugh when off camera always positive liked him when he was doing a bit on camera last year
All in all a great start Welcome back MotoGP
Great win for dovi carbon copy of last years race Shame the newboy stalled his bike at the warm lap. Great things coming from that kid and only 19 wow.
Rossi did well and came close to a podium. And Marquez still mad for a win on the Honda will come in the next race
And I do like jack miller bet his a great laugh when off camera always positive liked him when he was doing a bit on camera last year
All in all a great start Welcome back MotoGP
good win for dovi even with it being as close as last year against mm, well chuffed for cal lets hope he can keep it up throughout the season..rins seems he could be a threat this year but his sit up and beg riding style cracks me up..rossi 14th to 5th..well it was Sunday nothing else to expect, he likes Sundays when the racing hits the Europe tracks I then think mm is going to start getting 1sts agin, the duke of dovi and petruci looks so slow coming out of the corners..overall though a very enjoyable weekends racing in all classes..
when the racing hits the Europe tracks I then think mm is going to start getting 1sts agin, the duke of dovi and petruci looks so slow coming out of the corners..overall though a very enjoyable weekends racing in all classes..
In reply to Post #44
Agree, great racing mate
Nice to see it so close, be very interesting to see how it pans out, nice to see Suzuki up there too
Agree, great racing mate
Nice to see it so close, be very interesting to see how it pans out, nice to see Suzuki up there too
Hi All
Seems they've just confirmed it's gonna be a wet race tomorrow and that's if it goes ahead with possible storms etc. I'm kinda thinking qually is going to stand for nothing, more a war of attrition on such a fast track and the power bikes will have most problems. No data on the best wet weather bike / rider combo so early in the season either, predictions anybody?
Best
Jon
Seems they've just confirmed it's gonna be a wet race tomorrow and that's if it goes ahead with possible storms etc. I'm kinda thinking qually is going to stand for nothing, more a war of attrition on such a fast track and the power bikes will have most problems. No data on the best wet weather bike / rider combo so early in the season either, predictions anybody?
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #46
Should be interesting
Been out on my bike today and watched the qualifying in a local bikers cafe. Rain will mean a completely different story. Ducati for out and out power on the straights and slower corner speeds maybe due to the rain?
Down to the rider if it pours for me, let's hope it's a classic
Cruthlow up there again too
Should be interesting
Been out on my bike today and watched the qualifying in a local bikers cafe. Rain will mean a completely different story. Ducati for out and out power on the straights and slower corner speeds maybe due to the rain?
Down to the rider if it pours for me, let's hope it's a classic
Cruthlow up there again too
until I and others can see a side on view of cals jump start I will stand at say he was robbed..apart from that and Rossi getting 2nd it was a boring main race.
In reply to Post #48
Agree.
Agree.
Happy it wasn't a wet race
If Marquez keeps that up it's gonna be a pretty pedestrian championship this year.
Can't see the jump start at all
Best
Jon
If Marquez keeps that up it's gonna be a pretty pedestrian championship this year.
Can't see the jump start at all
Best
Jon
MM, Rossi and Crutchlow on front row.
good front row, just hope cal can give it to mm otherwise I can see another mm off into the distance bore fest.god knows what Rossi will do the mans an alien on a Sunday.
In reply to Post #52
Works Honda is a far superior allround bike imho. Ducati, straight line power. Put MM on a Yamaha he would struggle for a top 3. But that's racing for you, man and bike
I watch the WSB, Batista on the new V4 has won the first 9 races, revs to over 16,5000 rpm!!!. He's had 12 second plus leads, unbelievable. Chaz Davis, mistake after mistake running wide, straight line power pulls him back up there with the leaders, crazy!
Works Honda is a far superior allround bike imho. Ducati, straight line power. Put MM on a Yamaha he would struggle for a top 3. But that's racing for you, man and bike
I watch the WSB, Batista on the new V4 has won the first 9 races, revs to over 16,5000 rpm!!!. He's had 12 second plus leads, unbelievable. Chaz Davis, mistake after mistake running wide, straight line power pulls him back up there with the leaders, crazy!
Good ride for dovi from thirteenth to third.
Well done Rins.
In reply to Post #55
Well, it's hghlights for me now. £30 for BT sport
Nice win for Rins and nice to see a Suzuki up there for a change
Love the look of the Suzuki, so much so, just bought the Ecstar replica
Well, it's hghlights for me now. £30 for BT sport
Nice win for Rins and nice to see a Suzuki up there for a change
Love the look of the Suzuki, so much so, just bought the Ecstar replica
In reply to Post #56
Was nice to see Marquez bin it then five minutes later Lorenzo 👍
Cracking race from Dovi.
Marquez looks untouchable,
I still think Rossi should of stayed with Honda especially with the rc45 he had at the time.
Was nice to see Marquez bin it then five minutes later Lorenzo 👍
Cracking race from Dovi.
Marquez looks untouchable,
I still think Rossi should of stayed with Honda especially with the rc45 he had at the time.
In reply to Post #57
I still think Rossi should of stayed with Honda especially with the rc45 he had at the time
That was my point earlier, could have probably won everything
I still think Rossi should of stayed with Honda especially with the rc45 he had at the time
That was my point earlier, could have probably won everything
In reply to Post #58
Rossi wanted to prove it wasn't just the bike which he did with yamaha but then failed with ducati. The rossi fan base will never agree but MM is the most talented rider ever in moto gp.
Would love to see him try the classiest bike on the grid.
#ducati#panigale# multistrada#pukkapies
Rossi wanted to prove it wasn't just the bike which he did with yamaha but then failed with ducati. The rossi fan base will never agree but MM is the most talented rider ever in moto gp.
Would love to see him try the classiest bike on the grid.
#ducati#panigale# multistrada#pukkapies
In reply to Post #59
Stoner couldn't ride the Ducati in the end and get the results, enter Rossi, he couldn't either, crap bike the Ducati in those years, terrible chassis and handling
MM is a great rider no doubt, he is also a wild card and had more warnings than anybody around, like his smash in the 250 class when he ran into the back of a bike that was virtually stood. That's when he ****ed his eye sight up from the impact, nearly ended his career
He's on the factory Honda, one hell of a bike, the best! And that's the test for MM, step away, but why should he?
Watch hitting the Apex. Great watch for any Moto GP fans, great stories of all their progressions, lot of truths
Just the Simoncelli incident, terrible
Rossi left Yamaha because they wanted him to be the number 2 rider and mentor
Hope this works a must watch
Stoner couldn't ride the Ducati in the end and get the results, enter Rossi, he couldn't either, crap bike the Ducati in those years, terrible chassis and handling
MM is a great rider no doubt, he is also a wild card and had more warnings than anybody around, like his smash in the 250 class when he ran into the back of a bike that was virtually stood. That's when he ****ed his eye sight up from the impact, nearly ended his career
He's on the factory Honda, one hell of a bike, the best! And that's the test for MM, step away, but why should he?
Watch hitting the Apex. Great watch for any Moto GP fans, great stories of all their progressions, lot of truths
Just the Simoncelli incident, terrible
Rossi left Yamaha because they wanted him to be the number 2 rider and mentor
Hope this works a must watch
In reply to Post #60
Stoner won the title on the ducati and then became to ill to compete and retired but as the ducati development rider was still often setting faster lap times than the official team guys. Rossi was a wild card in his early days and always used mind games and his massive fan base to intimidate rivals, he also has a huge unseen legal and publicity team to surpress any negative publicity. Is he the best ever? Who knows but he is by far the best business man ever to grace the top step of the podium.
Stoner won the title on the ducati and then became to ill to compete and retired but as the ducati development rider was still often setting faster lap times than the official team guys. Rossi was a wild card in his early days and always used mind games and his massive fan base to intimidate rivals, he also has a huge unseen legal and publicity team to surpress any negative publicity. Is he the best ever? Who knows but he is by far the best business man ever to grace the top step of the podium.
In reply to Post #61
Agree
Makes you wonder what Stoner could have really done. Reguarding Rossi he will go down as a great, I just think he could have won a couple more titles with different decisions
The way how Marquez is going I expect him to eclipse Rossi
One thing in common though, all exceptional riders
Agree
Makes you wonder what Stoner could have really done. Reguarding Rossi he will go down as a great, I just think he could have won a couple more titles with different decisions
The way how Marquez is going I expect him to eclipse Rossi
One thing in common though, all exceptional riders
In reply to Post #60
Lorenzo should of stayed at Ducati, took him a while to get used to it but he then sussed it. as for mm93 yes his a **** hot rider and woke up a very boring Moto gp grid after moving up from Moto 2 but his wild style of riding could end up with him getting a serious injury.
Lorenzo should of stayed at Ducati, took him a while to get used to it but he then sussed it. as for mm93 yes his a **** hot rider and woke up a very boring Moto gp grid after moving up from Moto 2 but his wild style of riding could end up with him getting a serious injury.
In reply to Post #61
at 40 yrs old still getting podiums id say his riding/racing is ok
at 40 yrs old still getting podiums id say his riding/racing is ok
Let's have a moto gp with a pitstop thrown in the middle of it too really test the teams, 4 laps of the Isle of man with 100 points for the win 60 second 40 third should be interesting.
In reply to Post #65
That's just around the corner that mate. Cannot wait. Without doubt my favourite, mad but calculated
A great watch: Hickmans record lap
Now with commentary and that's with 5 seconds down for an error
That's just around the corner that mate. Cannot wait. Without doubt my favourite, mad but calculated
A great watch: Hickmans record lap
Now with commentary and that's with 5 seconds down for an error
In reply to Post #66
The greatest show on earth but none of the on boards really do it justice.
https://youtu.be/OYaSG_IoAXk
The greatest show on earth but none of the on boards really do it justice.
https://youtu.be/OYaSG_IoAXk
Fabio quartararo on pole, . should make it interesting.
. should make it interesting.
In reply to Post #68
Just seen it, refreshing imho, youngest ever, 20 years old, wish him all the best
Lap record broken
That's 2 Petronas Yamaha's in 1st and 2nd
Just seen it, refreshing imho, youngest ever, 20 years old, wish him all the best
Lap record broken
That's 2 Petronas Yamaha's in 1st and 2nd
In reply to Post #68
DNF
DNF
In reply to Post #70
BBD
BBD
126.09 qualifying supersport 
In reply to Post #72
ITV 4 at 9pm tonight, can't wait
3 seconds clear of Dunlop too, great rider Dean Harrison. Only one R6 in the top 6, makes a change they usually dominate the division, BSB, WSB etc
Can't wait, knew I should have gone, pissed about as usual
ITV 4 at 9pm tonight, can't wait
3 seconds clear of Dunlop too, great rider Dean Harrison. Only one R6 in the top 6, makes a change they usually dominate the division, BSB, WSB etc
Can't wait, knew I should have gone, pissed about as usual
Moto gp was a good race and a well deserved win.
In reply to Post #74
Just watched the highlights, great racing that
Close still too
I watched the TT highlights too last night. Hickman wins the superbike race on a stock bike with super sport suspension on, unreal, that's technology and modern bikes for you, 200 Bhp at the rear wheel standard lol
Just watched the highlights, great racing that
Close still too
I watched the TT highlights too last night. Hickman wins the superbike race on a stock bike with super sport suspension on, unreal, that's technology and modern bikes for you, 200 Bhp at the rear wheel standard lol
In reply to Post #75
Thought he had the senior in his pocket but wasn't to be.
Thought he had the senior in his pocket but wasn't to be.
In reply to Post #76
Nice to see Dean Harrison win if I'm honest, especially since the bike breakdown last year. No doubting Hickman and the BMW round there though, getting faster but also going kerb to kerb nearly in a lot of areas
I watch the WSB too, the new BMW is proving incredibly unreliable
WSB race 2 today and BSB next week for any bike racing fans.
Mugello was a very interesting race, I was expecting a Ducati 1, 2 on home soil. Nice win for Petruuci though, not so good for Dovi, championship points and all
Nice to see Dean Harrison win if I'm honest, especially since the bike breakdown last year. No doubting Hickman and the BMW round there though, getting faster but also going kerb to kerb nearly in a lot of areas
I watch the WSB too, the new BMW is proving incredibly unreliable
WSB race 2 today and BSB next week for any bike racing fans.
Mugello was a very interesting race, I was expecting a Ducati 1, 2 on home soil. Nice win for Petruuci though, not so good for Dovi, championship points and all
In reply to Post #77
next weekends a right write off for me, no yearly road trip to Catalunya Moto gp. kids blocked that.no brands hatch, kids blocked that. no opening fishing on my syndi,kids blocked that. apparently its fathers day.. fecking kids
next weekends a right write off for me, no yearly road trip to Catalunya Moto gp. kids blocked that.no brands hatch, kids blocked that. no opening fishing on my syndi,kids blocked that. apparently its fathers day.. fecking kids
In reply to Post #78
You wouldn't be with out them
You missed a trick, Dad, what do you want for Father's Day, mmmmm, Catalunya Moto GP trip
You wouldn't be with out them
You missed a trick, Dad, what do you want for Father's Day, mmmmm, Catalunya Moto GP trip
In reply to Post #79
to be fare on them I have done a bit to much travelling last few months and do have Ferrari world Abu Dhabi in 3 weeks and a bit then San Marino Moto gp September. was trying to pencil in the isle of man classic in august but I think I best shut up while I'm losing.
to be fare on them I have done a bit to much travelling last few months and do have Ferrari world Abu Dhabi in 3 weeks and a bit then San Marino Moto gp September. was trying to pencil in the isle of man classic in august but I think I best shut up while I'm losing.
In reply to Post #80
Millionaire lifestyle mate, can't fault you
I've been fancying the classic TT myself, don't know if it will happen yet, plus one of my biking mates is under the thumb, everywhere he goes on the bike his missus has to come
Millionaire lifestyle mate, can't fault you
I've been fancying the classic TT myself, don't know if it will happen yet, plus one of my biking mates is under the thumb, everywhere he goes on the bike his missus has to come
In reply to Post #81
I've been serching online about the classic and found some good deals.return flights hotel etc but I'm a newbie to the tt visiting wise. so still doing homework on what part of the course best to stay.
I've been serching online about the classic and found some good deals.return flights hotel etc but I'm a newbie to the tt visiting wise. so still doing homework on what part of the course best to stay.
so who's going to win the Catalunya race? I'm going to go with rins. just hope its not a mm borefest.. Rossi likes this track so could be on the podium also..
In reply to Post #83
Nice one mate
Out of interest did you book it as a package or flights, hotel and tickets etc?
Nice one mate
Out of interest did you book it as a package or flights, hotel and tickets etc?
In reply to Post #84
I've not booked anything yet, will have another look online later. im trying to get my daughters to come but they don't like flying, going on a boat.plus I've sneakly booked a week in west palm beach for November to see an old mate and do some fishing.. its there punishment for making me stay in this weekend
I've not booked anything yet, will have another look online later. im trying to get my daughters to come but they don't like flying, going on a boat.plus I've sneakly booked a week in west palm beach for November to see an old mate and do some fishing.. its there punishment for making me stay in this weekend
weird race that one Jorge Lorenzo turning it into a bowling game on lap 2
Jorge Lorenzo turning it into a bowling game on lap 2
In reply to Post #85
Nice one mate. Out of interest let me know how you go on if you don't mind, might make one myself, or one abroad
Highlights on Quest on Tuesday for me
Edit
Lorenzo's best ride of the season then he takes everybody out. I was hoping Rins was going to take second on the Suzuki, did well until he run wide
Nice one mate. Out of interest let me know how you go on if you don't mind, might make one myself, or one abroad
Highlights on Quest on Tuesday for me
Edit
Lorenzo's best ride of the season then he takes everybody out. I was hoping Rins was going to take second on the Suzuki, did well until he run wide
In reply to Post #87
Rossi slowest yamaha on a track he loves.
Lorenzo crashed again, big highside, the Honda as many have said is a tough machine to ride never mind master, may end his career if he tries too hard to be up front
Rossi slowest yamaha on a track he loves.
Lorenzo crashed again, big highside, the Honda as many have said is a tough machine to ride never mind master, may end his career if he tries too hard to be up front
In reply to Post #88
Rossi it happy with bike
Seems something else is going on.
Live watching dovi ride too
Rossi it happy with bike
Seems something else is going on.
Live watching dovi ride too
I was pleased vinales got that
he had a good weekend overall. but christ that Rossi and nakagmi crash was fooking fast. glad to see both riders ok.. Rossi has held his hand up and said he was responsible. not that I like seeing riders fall it would of been interesting to see it from different camera angles. bit strange when all bikes have onboard cameras.
he had a good weekend overall. but christ that Rossi and nakagmi crash was fooking fast. glad to see both riders ok.. Rossi has held his hand up and said he was responsible. not that I like seeing riders fall it would of been interesting to see it from different camera angles. bit strange when all bikes have onboard cameras.
In reply to Post #90
Three yamaha's in the top five and vr fails to finish, with cameras on the bikes I don't he had much choice but to hold his hands up. Personal opinion but I feel he should have retire a couple of seasons ago.
Three yamaha's in the top five and vr fails to finish, with cameras on the bikes I don't he had much choice but to hold his hands up. Personal opinion but I feel he should have retire a couple of seasons ago.
In reply to Post #90
Pleased for vinales. Only seen one angle of the Rossi crash that didn't give much away
Pleased for vinales. Only seen one angle of the Rossi crash that didn't give much away
In reply to Post #91
I disagree with that, why should Rossi retire, ? his still the leading Yamaha rider overall. and was last year plus year before. he still enjoys competing and dare I say his level of fitness is above most 40yr olds..id say he won't ever get that 10th tital but as long as his enjoying himself he should carry on. Lin Jarvis gave a few clues away yesterday that Rossi is already testing parts for next year.
I disagree with that, why should Rossi retire, ? his still the leading Yamaha rider overall. and was last year plus year before. he still enjoys competing and dare I say his level of fitness is above most 40yr olds..id say he won't ever get that 10th tital but as long as his enjoying himself he should carry on. Lin Jarvis gave a few clues away yesterday that Rossi is already testing parts for next year.
In reply to Post #93
He was at the top for so long and he is clearly no longer the best, to my ming he never should have ended the partnership with his engineer. His race school has massive potential and I feel his time could be better spent there freeing up a potential ride for a younger hungry rider. His level of fitness may be high for his age but the older anyone gets the longer it takes to recover if the unfortunate happens.
He was at the top for so long and he is clearly no longer the best, to my ming he never should have ended the partnership with his engineer. His race school has massive potential and I feel his time could be better spent there freeing up a potential ride for a younger hungry rider. His level of fitness may be high for his age but the older anyone gets the longer it takes to recover if the unfortunate happens.
I do agree he shouldn't of parted with burgess at the time when Yamaha engines were at there best, this year they ****ed up and chose a engine what is well below par . but they cant change due to Moto gp being run by the Spanish, say no more lol.
Watched the highlights last night, been away.
I was hoping Rins was going to win until he ditched it lol. Be nice to see a Suzuki ride for Rossi next season out with Mir
Disappointment again for young Fabio, what was wrong with that bike, all over! future star in the making though that lad
MV finally bags one and rat boy is second
I was hoping Rins was going to win until he ditched it lol. Be nice to see a Suzuki ride for Rossi next season out with Mir
Disappointment again for young Fabio, what was wrong with that bike, all over! future star in the making though that lad
MV finally bags one and rat boy is second
In reply to Post #96
Due to moving home I've only watched 1 race and the highlights of Assen,where the hell did Fabio come from He reminds of Stoner taming the Duc from time ago, how he didn't have a 'off' is beyond me, a talent for sure,looking forward to seeing more of him.
Due to moving home I've only watched 1 race and the highlights of Assen,where the hell did Fabio come from
He reminds of Stoner taming the Duc from time ago, how he didn't have a 'off' is beyond me, a talent for sure,looking forward to seeing more of him.
In reply to Post #97
Nice to see mate, something fresh
Regarding the bike, not sure, thought it could have been a brake calliper problem? If it was a chassis problem that was a serious set up error, even so, great ride under the circumstances
Deffo one to watch, came from Moto 3 and then 2, not exactly pulled any trees up though, bit sporadic, but hey, who cares
Nice to see mate, something fresh
Regarding the bike, not sure, thought it could have been a brake calliper problem? If it was a chassis problem that was a serious set up error, even so, great ride under the circumstances
Deffo one to watch, came from Moto 3 and then 2, not exactly pulled any trees up though, bit sporadic, but hey, who cares
lets hope he isn't another zarco.
how about that for a finish today from dovi..keeps that up mm will have a fight for this years title..
In reply to Post #100
Great battle, would love to see mm pushed at every race, his qualy in the wet was astounding.
Great battle, would love to see mm pushed at every race, his qualy in the wet was astounding.
rossi front row at Silverstone..life in the old boy still..
In reply to Post #102
Still no podium and 11 seconds down, five dnf's also helped his 4th place. Great last lap again. Feel for Dovi, taken out twice by someone else's mistake.
Still no podium and 11 seconds down, five dnf's also helped his 4th place. Great last lap again. Feel for Dovi, taken out twice by someone else's mistake.
Really nice to see a Suzuki win, brilliant
yes good win for suziki,rins can certainly get the best out of that bike..id say Lorenzo could to. but what with his injury and backing off testing today due to his injury I wouldn't blame him iff he called it all a day soon..rossi must of went home for a cup coffee then popped back to the race..11 seconds down lets hope he can do better at his home race in a couple of weeks..ill be in the Rossi stand wearing my cal crutchlow top.
lets hope he can do better at his home race in a couple of weeks..ill be in the Rossi stand wearing my cal crutchlow top.
In reply to Post #105
Certainly got that bike in shape quickly, another decent rider with Rins and who knows, next season they could dominate
I would love to see Rossi on one just to see what he could get out of it
You going then pal?
Certainly got that bike in shape quickly, another decent rider with Rins and who knows, next season they could dominate
I would love to see Rossi on one just to see what he could get out of it
You going then pal?
In reply to Post #106
yes booked ticket a while ago, land in Italy on the 12th for 4 days..will visit rossis home town and shop. qualifying on the sat. up early Sunday to watch Moto 3 through to main race. it will be crazy knowing what the Italians are like on race day
yes booked ticket a while ago, land in Italy on the 12th for 4 days..will visit rossis home town and shop. qualifying on the sat. up early Sunday to watch Moto 3 through to main race. it will be crazy knowing what the Italians are like on race day
In reply to Post #107
Should be a great mini break that mate, don't get much better for a bike fan, Ducati's back yard too
Should be a great mini break that mate, don't get much better for a bike fan, Ducati's back yard too
In reply to Post #108
the ducati museum is booked also..
the ducati museum is booked also..
In reply to Post #109
Variety is the spice of life pal, nice one
Variety is the spice of life pal, nice one
A Rossi win would be nice just to see the reaction from his fans at home but as a ducati fan I would love to see Dovi on the top step.
In reply to Post #111
I was thinking that myself, is Dovi going to be racing though
I was thinking that myself, is Dovi going to be racing though
MMM does it again.
In reply to Post #113
after his dirty tricks in qualifying 2
after his dirty tricks in qualifying 2
In reply to Post #114
After someone blocking the racing line in q2
still maybe the rookie on the slow yamaha will take the factory ride next season.
After someone blocking the racing line in q2
still maybe the rookie on the slow yamaha will take the factory ride next season.
mm had allready lost his lap for hitting the green, but to be fare they are both as bad as each other lately...good ride from quatro,best race of the weekend for me though was Moto 3..
In reply to Post #116
To put it in perspective Marquez has got to win around forty more races to catch Rossi's win total and will he still be racing and be as competitive at forty? I very much doubt it, lets see if he ever goes to anther team and wins, clearly he is a great racer but the youth will be snapping at his heels very soon, Quartararo for one
I think its obvious Rossi is past his best but he just loves racing so you have to respect him for that and he is probably responsible for at least an extra 25% or more on the gate figures at every Moto GP race, in fact I would go as far as to say a lot of todays racers owe a lot to him in terms of earnings. Moto GP will be a lot poorer for the day he goes. I cant remember the last time I saw a celebration at the end of the race like he used to do when he was winning, Lorenzo tried it once or twice but it wasn't quite the same
I might be biased....I live at number 46!
To put it in perspective Marquez has got to win around forty more races to catch Rossi's win total and will he still be racing and be as competitive at forty? I very much doubt it, lets see if he ever goes to anther team and wins, clearly he is a great racer but the youth will be snapping at his heels very soon, Quartararo for one
I think its obvious Rossi is past his best but he just loves racing so you have to respect him for that and he is probably responsible for at least an extra 25% or more on the gate figures at every Moto GP race, in fact I would go as far as to say a lot of todays racers owe a lot to him in terms of earnings. Moto GP will be a lot poorer for the day he goes. I cant remember the last time I saw a celebration at the end of the race like he used to do when he was winning, Lorenzo tried it once or twice but it wasn't quite the same
I might be biased....I live at number 46!
Fabio, superb again, lets have him on a factory bike
Great ride by rat boy, Superior bike the Honda though, just saying
Great ride by rat boy, Superior bike the Honda though, just saying
In reply to Post #118
And the most talented rider ever on it, funny though as the Honda is supposed to be the hardest bike on the grid to ride, ask Crutchlow or lorenzo, neither has really mastered it. Conversely the yamaha is supposed to be the easiest most forgiving, as they have tried to get the straight line speed from it the handling has deteriorated which is why I said before rossi never should have parted from the real doctor who made it work for him.
And the most talented rider ever on it, funny though as the Honda is supposed to be the hardest bike on the grid to ride, ask Crutchlow or lorenzo, neither has really mastered it. Conversely the yamaha is supposed to be the easiest most forgiving, as they have tried to get the straight line speed from it the handling has deteriorated which is why I said before rossi never should have parted from the real doctor who made it work for him.
In reply to Post #119
Sounds like it's clear cut, you like rat boy, I like Rossi
Best all round bike, Honda are miles ahead and have been for a long time, forget Cal C the only thing they have in common is it's a bike with a Honda badge on, one is absolute cutting edge the other is not, as for Lorenzo, lost the plot
What did Honda do with Ducati's dominance, designed the SP1 / 2 created a twin And bet Ducati at their own game.
WSB Honda are designing a new bike and poaching Batista from Ducati. Bet you they blow Ducati next season
Pointless discussion, opinions, show me some facts
I bet Hondas R&D blow the others away
Sounds like it's clear cut, you like rat boy, I like Rossi
Best all round bike, Honda are miles ahead and have been for a long time, forget Cal C the only thing they have in common is it's a bike with a Honda badge on, one is absolute cutting edge the other is not, as for Lorenzo, lost the plot
What did Honda do with Ducati's dominance, designed the SP1 / 2 created a twin
And bet Ducati at their own game.WSB Honda are designing a new bike and poaching Batista from Ducati. Bet you they blow Ducati next season
Pointless discussion, opinions, show me some facts
I bet Hondas R&D blow the others away
In reply to Post #120
Facts are easy, world moto gp champion
2013 MM
2014 MM
2016 MM
2017 MM
2018 MM
2019 Well it won't be Rossi, don't get me wrong Rossi has in the past been a fantastic champion and a great ambassador for the sport.
World superbike constructors champions ducati 17 Honda 4 as an aside I owned both 916 and an sp1.
Facts are easy, world moto gp champion
2013 MM
2014 MM
2016 MM
2017 MM
2018 MM
2019 Well it won't be Rossi, don't get me wrong Rossi has in the past been a fantastic champion and a great ambassador for the sport.
World superbike constructors champions ducati 17 Honda 4 as an aside I owned both 916 and an sp1.
In reply to Post #121
Can't argue with that
Can't argue with that
In reply to Post #117
As much as I respect mms riding skills he will never have a folllowing like rossi. Even in the spanish races his support puts more bums on seats. I was in san marino the weekend and the amount of money his support puts into the surrounding towns bars cafes hotels etc is astounding. Not to mention what his shop in talvuela took off me :/
As much as I respect mms riding skills he will never have a folllowing like rossi. Even in the spanish races his support puts more bums on seats. I was in san marino the weekend and the amount of money his support puts into the surrounding towns bars cafes hotels etc is astounding. Not to mention what his shop in talvuela took off me :/
In reply to Post #123
Agreed, nobody likes to see their idol loose and rossi has been at it a very long time and has a massive fan base, he is going to have a huge influence on the sport even when he stops racing himself his precence will be there through his racing school.
Agreed, nobody likes to see their idol loose and rossi has been at it a very long time and has a massive fan base, he is going to have a huge influence on the sport even when he stops racing himself his precence will be there through his racing school.
In reply to Post #123
Nice one
Nice one
In reply to Post #124
maybe him and eclestone will start there own team they had a good ol chat the other week, never know...
I did not agree with the booing towards mm though, thats not on..the Italians are fiery lot though..
maybe him and eclestone will start there own team
they had a good ol chat the other week, never know...I did not agree with the booing towards mm though, thats not on..the Italians are fiery lot though..
In reply to Post #126
Fans, trouble is when fans have their hero, be it moto gp, football, boxing etc very few can look at another competitor and and admit a rival is more highly skilled or has a superior natural talent. When rossi was winning rivals claimed the yamaha was so much better than the rest of the grid, now they say Honda is but the fact is very few are capable of riding any of these machines and fewer still capable of winning but when someone wins consistently they are a special talent.
Fans, trouble is when fans have their hero, be it moto gp, football, boxing etc very few can look at another competitor and and admit a rival is more highly skilled or has a superior natural talent. When rossi was winning rivals claimed the yamaha was so much better than the rest of the grid, now they say Honda is but the fact is very few are capable of riding any of these machines and fewer still capable of winning but when someone wins consistently they are a special talent.
the day Moto gp fans stoop to the level of football supporters ill stop going . some Moto gp forums are turning into right slanging matches,bt sports Moto gp page add flames to the fire also.sadly there is a lot of arm chair fans. the hotel I was in had mixed support, and we all had a good time over the weekend over several beers with no arguments just friendly banter no throwing bar stools at each other..mm doesn't help himself though, after winning at the weekend he didn't need to stop infront of stand brutapela gold where myself and many many other Rossi fans were sat to celebrate the win, its obvious he would wind up the ities .
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In reply to Post #127
I think what Rossi did with Yamaha was unreal, took them to another level and got the results. I wonder f he put his hand on his heart who was his best bike and team ever, I'm gonna go for Honda, faultless at the time and another one, why would you leave such a successful combination?
What I'm saying is I wonder where he would have gone with Honda if he had stayed there?
I think what Rossi did with Yamaha was unreal, took them to another level and got the results. I wonder f he put his hand on his heart who was his best bike and team ever, I'm gonna go for Honda, faultless at the time and another one, why would you leave such a successful combination?
What I'm saying is I wonder where he would have gone with Honda if he had stayed there?
In reply to Post #129
rossi sacking burgess was his downfall.
rossi sacking burgess was his downfall.
In reply to Post #130
Agreed, it was Burgess that made that bike work race after race. As for MM celebration in front of that stand come on, after all the booing and geering he has endured from them and the snide off camera jibes from rossi why not, it's exactly the type of thing Rossi would have done in his heyday but he would of had the chosen few of his entourage there with him.
Agreed, it was Burgess that made that bike work race after race. As for MM celebration in front of that stand come on, after all the booing and geering he has endured from them and the snide off camera jibes from rossi why not, it's exactly the type of thing Rossi would have done in his heyday but he would of had the chosen few of his entourage there with him.
In reply to Post #131
Sounds like there's only you and handful of others that like him Goose
Great rider btw
Sounds like there's only you and handful of others that like him Goose
Great rider btw
In reply to Post #132
Not really, I don't like or dislike any of them really I just love watching them do what they do but I am well aware of the fact that as spectators we only get to hear what the pr lawyers want us to hear and often that is their version of the truth.
Not really, I don't like or dislike any of them really I just love watching them do what they do but I am well aware of the fact that as spectators we only get to hear what the pr lawyers want us to hear and often that is their version of the truth.
its a shame Lorenzo is injured and not getting on with the Honda. shame he moved from ducat just after getting the hang of riding it.id say he would of gave mm a race most weekends.as for puigi slagging him off on camera is bang out of order.i hope Jorge jumps ship end of the season and gets a ride elsewhere then starts showing his class..thats iff he doesn't retire.his heads all over the place at mo.crutchlow has said one more season then his off to live in California,zarcos got the boot from ktm..going to be a lot off shuffling about end of season I think..
In reply to Post #133
I don't think anybody does, we just have our favourites, MM is a dirty rat, all part of a sport we love
Riders at a completely different level altogether
Except for TT / road racers, different level of Ming mong altogether
Would love to see Jonathon Rea in Moto GP
I don't think anybody does, we just have our favourites, MM is a dirty rat, all part of a sport we love
Riders at a completely different level altogether
Except for TT / road racers, different level of Ming mong altogether
Would love to see Jonathon Rea in Moto GP
In reply to Post #134
Trouble is money, the financial gap number one in a team and number two can be massive and often this is done on purpose to create rivalry.
Anyway I'm off on a multistrada from home on South Coast to Scotland on Saturday, do the 500 and hope to go up through the lake district, only rules of the tour no motorway or dual carriageways.
Trouble is money, the financial gap number one in a team and number two can be massive and often this is done on purpose to create rivalry.
Anyway I'm off on a multistrada from home on South Coast to Scotland on Saturday, do the 500 and hope to go up through the lake district, only rules of the tour no motorway or dual carriageways.
wish I knew how to post photos, id put up some from the Ducati museum. was a very interesting walk around.. bit sad seeing Nicky haydens bike though..
In reply to Post #137
Done it and the factory when at the world ducati bike week. Some seriously wealthy people with some seriously expensive ducati's but I'm one of the poor relations, I actually ride mine though which is unusual as the the average owner seems to only do a thousand miles a year while I'll probably double that next week.
Done it and the factory when at the world ducati bike week. Some seriously wealthy people with some seriously expensive ducati's but I'm one of the poor relations, I actually ride mine though which is unusual as the the average owner seems to only do a thousand miles a year while I'll probably double that next week.
In reply to Post #136
Money is massive. Once watched a Colin Edwards interview, he said a motor GP team bike would have diamond encrusted brake callipers on if they thought they needed it, in comparison to a WSB which he said it was like riding round in an armchair lol
Enjoy your ride, nice
Is that your Multistrada then?
Money is massive. Once watched a Colin Edwards interview, he said a motor GP team bike would have diamond encrusted brake callipers on if they thought they needed it, in comparison to a WSB which he said it was like riding round in an armchair lol
Enjoy your ride, nice
Is that your Multistrada then?
In reply to Post #129
I think Rossi left Honda because at the time he wanted a two year extension on his contract and they were only willing to offer him a one year extension which was madness seeing as he was winning races at the time but being the giants they are they stuck to their guns, he left a winning bike for a bike that wasn't winning and along with Burgess turned Yamaha into a winning team, it will be interesting to see if Marquez ever manages to do the same. Marquez used to idolise Rossi but I think he treats him with disrespect now, considering Rossi goes a long way to making Moto GP what it is today, like ive said before lets wait and see the slump in figures when he retires
As for hooligans, I witnessed some disgraceful drunkard behaviour at Donnington in 2001 when the tossers set fire to a load of portaloo's, in fact it was a frightening atmosphere which ive never experienced at a Spanish GP, I was camped out and had ****ers chucking up outside my tent.....nice!
And speaking of 2001 lets also not forget that Rossi was winning on the old 500cc machines which were far harder to ride than todays bikes, that's not to say MM wouldn't have won on them as well but it also just shows Rossi's longevity....2001 ff's sake.....my hair was jet black then....sadly its gone grey now!
I think Rossi left Honda because at the time he wanted a two year extension on his contract and they were only willing to offer him a one year extension which was madness seeing as he was winning races at the time but being the giants they are they stuck to their guns, he left a winning bike for a bike that wasn't winning and along with Burgess turned Yamaha into a winning team, it will be interesting to see if Marquez ever manages to do the same. Marquez used to idolise Rossi but I think he treats him with disrespect now, considering Rossi goes a long way to making Moto GP what it is today, like ive said before lets wait and see the slump in figures when he retires
As for hooligans, I witnessed some disgraceful drunkard behaviour at Donnington in 2001 when the tossers set fire to a load of portaloo's, in fact it was a frightening atmosphere which ive never experienced at a Spanish GP, I was camped out and had ****ers chucking up outside my tent.....nice!
And speaking of 2001 lets also not forget that Rossi was winning on the old 500cc machines which were far harder to ride than todays bikes, that's not to say MM wouldn't have won on them as well but it also just shows Rossi's longevity....2001 ff's sake.....my hair was jet black then....sadly its gone grey now!
In reply to Post #140
Interesting first paragraph mate
Totally agree about the bike and electronics. A 500cc two stoke was just pure evil!
Interesting first paragraph mate
Totally agree about the bike and electronics. A 500cc two stoke was just pure evil!
In reply to Post #139
Yes mine.
Yes mine.
In reply to Post #142
Sports bikes going, sick of the aches and pains.
I've looked at a few, test drove a BMW s1000r the other week, nice bike, lot of violence going on lol, wind blast horrendous
I like the look of the new r1250rs. Think I'm gonna take one out
Mates a bike buff he has a Multistrada and a BMW s1000 XR, virtually the same bike
Sports bikes going, sick of the aches and pains.
I've looked at a few, test drove a BMW s1000r the other week, nice bike, lot of violence going on lol, wind blast horrendous
I like the look of the new r1250rs. Think I'm gonna take one out
Mates a bike buff he has a Multistrada and a BMW s1000 XR, virtually the same bike
I've not rode a road bike since I was a weee lad on my fze. I see mm is being a bit quick at aragon in fp 1 and 2.
I see mm is being a bit quick at aragon in fp 1 and 2.
In reply to Post #144
Just a tad. Most blokes of my age that rode a bike on the road started on a fizzy.
Just a tad. Most blokes of my age that rode a bike on the road started on a fizzy.
In reply to Post #145
Me and few mates had a few,
Me ts50er, flat as a fart lol
Mate cb50
Mate x1
Mate ap50 with pedals removed, flat out flying machine lol
Mate, fizzy in Kenny Roberts colours with a seat pan made from an orange box covered in fiberglass lol
Once I progressed to my rd125 lc is was flying, the powerband was amazing , happy days
Bloke who I work with has one of the old FS1Es. Tried flogging me it the other week, does them up, look amazing. Also tried flogging my and fj1300, tempted lol
Me and few mates had a few,
Me ts50er, flat as a fart lol
Mate cb50
Mate x1
Mate ap50 with pedals removed, flat out flying machine lol
Mate, fizzy in Kenny Roberts colours with a seat pan made from an orange box covered in fiberglass lol
Once I progressed to my rd125 lc is was flying, the powerband was amazing , happy days
Bloke who I work with has one of the old FS1Es. Tried flogging me it the other week, does them up, look amazing. Also tried flogging my and fj1300, tempted lol
well mm93 pissed that one . could be a wrap and his 8th title in Thailand..
. could be a wrap and his 8th title in Thailand..
Just see a interview with Lorenzo. Thought he was going to burst into tears. The guy has lost it he's a broken rider and it looks like he might not come back from it. He is so far of the pace for someone that's a 5 time world champ. Think that last fall where he broke his back has broke him too. Hopefully I am wrong and once again we will see him back on top.
In reply to Post #148
I think Jorge will call it a day at the end of this season.and I wouldn't blame him. I always thought he shouldn't of moved from Ducati to join Honda,he had the bike sorted and would of been a big threat to Marquez.as much as I admire Marquez as a pilot I don't like the behind the scenes of Honda. I think, and its a big think, they threw **** loads of money at Lorenzo just to fck him up..id love for him to get fit, join Suzuki or even back to Yamaha then flick the middle finger up at honda. he was 45 seconds behind Marquez at argon riding with a broken back he has nothing to be ashamed of..his a class rider and id like to see him back on the grid when fit.
I think Jorge will call it a day at the end of this season.and I wouldn't blame him. I always thought he shouldn't of moved from Ducati to join Honda,he had the bike sorted and would of been a big threat to Marquez.as much as I admire Marquez as a pilot I don't like the behind the scenes of Honda. I think, and its a big think, they threw **** loads of money at Lorenzo just to fck him up..id love for him to get fit, join Suzuki or even back to Yamaha then flick the middle finger up at honda. he was 45 seconds behind Marquez at argon riding with a broken back he has nothing to be ashamed of..his a class rider and id like to see him back on the grid when fit.
Well, back from the 500 Scotland, 2000 miles. If anybody here know any of the film crew making the crown program for Netflix please say a massive thanks from me. The hotel we stopped at a mile from John o'groats saw us in the bar and these people were in there on their last night and 2 were playing guitar's and harmonica and singing, mostly sixties to eighties stuff that none of them looked old enough to have known, the petite shy blond was fantastic, only wish I had taken my phone and video's it. Ramdom night added to a great trip I will never forget.
In reply to Post #150
Sounds like a great experience mate. Nice one
Sounds like a great experience mate. Nice one
In reply to Post #151
We left on Saturday morning in sunshine and had good weather and only saw a shower on Wednesday and two Thursday but two more heavier ones Friday on way home and told it has been bad down south. The roads were great and very little traffic, the food was great and dirt cheap compared with the rip off south.
We left on Saturday morning in sunshine and had good weather and only saw a shower on Wednesday and two Thursday but two more heavier ones Friday on way home and told it has been bad down south. The roads were great and very little traffic, the food was great and dirt cheap compared with the rip off south.
In reply to Post #152
Dropped on with the weather then. Think I might do it myself next year or the Scottish highlands, sky etc. Beautiful country, used to go up the west coast for holidays a lot when I was a kid with my parents, simply stunning, on a bike, something else
Dropped on with the weather then. Think I might do it myself next year or the Scottish highlands, sky etc. Beautiful country, used to go up the west coast for holidays a lot when I was a kid with my parents, simply stunning, on a bike, something else
In reply to Post #153
The 500 goes through the Highlands, we did sky via the ferry as well. May go back again same time next year.
Looking at Istanbul in may via tunnel down to Ancona night ferry to split. Back up through Bosnia, Croatia, Switzerland and France.
Get a comfortable bike and come along.
The 500 goes through the Highlands, we did sky via the ferry as well. May go back again same time next year.
Looking at Istanbul in may via tunnel down to Ancona night ferry to split. Back up through Bosnia, Croatia, Switzerland and France.
Get a comfortable bike and come along.
In reply to Post #154
Might take you up on your offer then you would surprised
Started a new job just over 12 months ago, the previous place there were a few lads with adventure bikes, me been a sports bike nob I didn't go with them, they did Croatia, stunning ride, places and pictures etc. They did France and Belgium and the war stuff too, missed out on a couple of real life experiences there if I'm honest. I love my bike and bikes but like I say, if I get another next year it will be something along the lines of a sport tourer, just need to find one that I really like that's all
Might take you up on your offer then you would surprised
Started a new job just over 12 months ago, the previous place there were a few lads with adventure bikes, me been a sports bike nob I didn't go with them, they did Croatia, stunning ride, places and pictures etc. They did France and Belgium and the war stuff too, missed out on a couple of real life experiences there if I'm honest. I love my bike and bikes but like I say, if I get another next year it will be something along the lines of a sport tourer, just need to find one that I really like that's all
I spoke to several English guys who had rode from the uk to Italy for the Misano race. they said they had a right good ride down..would love to do it but sadly I cant ride roads.. bit to old and the ol balance isn't to good..
In reply to Post #156
The right bike you could do it mate easily
Some do it on sports bikes, absolutely crackers. I know a lad who I used to knock around with, passed away now bless him, he used to go to Spain on his with some of his mates
The right bike you could do it mate easily
Some do it on sports bikes, absolutely crackers. I know a lad who I used to knock around with, passed away now bless him, he used to go to Spain on his with some of his mates
In reply to Post #157
I rode to Switzerland on a 600 Bandit years ago, god knows what I was thinking but great memories none the less, got snowed in for three days in a place called Lauenen near Gstaad
Also rode a Blackbird down to the South of France, we went down on the A75, stunning rd in parts apart from it was while they were building the Millau viaduct so on that part the traffic was horrendous...even on a bike, other parts were like a race track and another obstacle were the nutty French yoofs in their zooped up motors wanting to race anything fast down the mountain parts of the roads, we were warned about them before we went and it was bang on, the temptation to race with them was strong though
I remember riding back up from Nice to Troyes about 420 miles in one day and thinking nothing of it back then but I bought another Blackbird in 2008 and went to Silverstone for the Moto GP race and on the ride home to south east London my knees were shot and that was only 120 miles, that was when I realised that my days of riding anything near to a sportsbike were well and truly over...sadly, i still miss those sort of trips to this day
A work colleague has bought himself a BMW GS and loves it but they're not cheap, especially if its kitted out, i was tempted but cant get it down my side alley to the back of the house and don't really want twelve grands worth of bike sitting out the front....poxy cylinder heads!
Oh and i meant to add that i was one of the fizzy brigade, mine was a purple version crashed it after spunking my wages in a bookies! luckily i saw sense and that life is long in the past now...the dangers of gambling hey!. And back then another mate had an RD 250 which you could ride with L plates on a provisional licence....can you believe it?!!!!
I rode to Switzerland on a 600 Bandit years ago, god knows what I was thinking but great memories none the less, got snowed in for three days in a place called Lauenen near Gstaad
Also rode a Blackbird down to the South of France, we went down on the A75, stunning rd in parts apart from it was while they were building the Millau viaduct so on that part the traffic was horrendous...even on a bike, other parts were like a race track and another obstacle were the nutty French yoofs in their zooped up motors wanting to race anything fast down the mountain parts of the roads, we were warned about them before we went and it was bang on, the temptation to race with them was strong though
I remember riding back up from Nice to Troyes about 420 miles in one day and thinking nothing of it back then but I bought another Blackbird in 2008 and went to Silverstone for the Moto GP race and on the ride home to south east London my knees were shot and that was only 120 miles, that was when I realised that my days of riding anything near to a sportsbike were well and truly over...sadly, i still miss those sort of trips to this day
A work colleague has bought himself a BMW GS and loves it but they're not cheap, especially if its kitted out, i was tempted but cant get it down my side alley to the back of the house and don't really want twelve grands worth of bike sitting out the front....poxy cylinder heads!
Oh and i meant to add that i was one of the fizzy brigade, mine was a purple version crashed it after spunking my wages in a bookies! luckily i saw sense and that life is long in the past now...the dangers of gambling hey!. And back then another mate had an RD 250 which you could ride with L plates on a provisional licence....can you believe it?!!!!
In reply to Post #158
Nice one pal
A lad who I work with now has just bought a blackbird in red, it's is MINT too, stunning for the year.
Another one has just been round Ireland on his 600 bandit about 3 months ago, bullet proof, uses it for track days at Caldwell too
Same lad also has a 1200 bandit with a turbo on, home made jobby, mental lol
Nice one pal
A lad who I work with now has just bought a blackbird in red, it's is MINT too, stunning for the year.
Another one has just been round Ireland on his 600 bandit about 3 months ago, bullet proof, uses it for track days at Caldwell too
Same lad also has a 1200 bandit with a turbo on, home made jobby, mental lol
In reply to Post #157
Im hitting 52 this year Chris and live with with serious tinnitus no thanks to meningitis in my early 30s..I tried getting back on my Moto x bikes after coming out of hospital but it was no good..me mother told me sell or she would smash them up..after dark I even walk like I'm drunk..did think about a road legal quad bike but thought best not..going to treat myself to the quater race in march..the ball and chain has even agreed to come along..
Im hitting 52 this year Chris and live with with serious tinnitus no thanks to meningitis in my early 30s..I tried getting back on my Moto x bikes after coming out of hospital but it was no good..me mother told me sell or she would smash them up..after dark I even walk like I'm drunk..did think about a road legal quad bike but thought best not..going to treat myself to the quater race in march..the ball and chain has even agreed to come along..
In reply to Post #160
Really sorry to hear that pal. I get your point though, dizzy spells and bikes are not ideal.
TBH l love bikes with a passion but they can be bloody dangerous, couple this with idiot car drivers and you are safer without one really
Really sorry to hear that pal. I get your point though, dizzy spells and bikes are not ideal.
TBH l love bikes with a passion but they can be bloody dangerous, couple this with idiot car drivers and you are safer without one really
Mates and I have been all over Europe and in the past it was always sports bikes but we were younger then and too daft to realise it would be more enjoyable on tourers and stopping every 90 to 100 miles for fuel adds huge amounts of time to journeys. Modern adventure bikes are as comfortable as tourers and with 150+ hp they are capable of keeping up with most sports bike riders over distance.
Some of the guys we ride with are in their seventies and been riding all their lives and are still capable of riding at a good pace for eight to ten hours a day so long as there a shower, a good meal and a few beers at the end of the day.
Some of the guys we ride with are in their seventies and been riding all their lives and are still capable of riding at a good pace for eight to ten hours a day so long as there a shower, a good meal and a few beers at the end of the day.
In reply to Post #159
Ha ha ha that's funny cos I remember going to Ireland on my Bandit long before the roads were as good as they are now, rode over to Connemarra and spent a lot of the time riding on the pegs as it was a nightmare sitting down with the state the roads were in back then, I used to think all the Paddy road workers were over here and there own roads were shyte....no longer the case as I drive over twice a year these days and the roads are great...all with our money on the EU!
Ha ha ha that's funny cos I remember going to Ireland on my Bandit long before the roads were as good as they are now, rode over to Connemarra and spent a lot of the time riding on the pegs as it was a nightmare sitting down with the state the roads were in back then, I used to think all the Paddy road workers were over here and there own roads were shyte....no longer the case as I drive over twice a year these days and the roads are great...all with our money on the EU!
In reply to Post #162
when we drove down to the south of france , a couple of my mates had Hyabusa's and we were sling shotting each other at 140 and riding at 100 after a while felt like walking pace...utter madness really and like you say we had to stop for fuel every 80 to 100 miles, I think we re-traced the Fast Bikes video Colin Schiller did with Shakey Byrne and Frosty called Carnage-Calais to Cannes, if you ever get a chance to watch it, they were all a right bunch of nutters!
I never forget pulling into St Tropez all on bikes with loud pipes, parking up and sitting in a café on the front drinking coffee watching the so called 'beautiful people' walking past...we definitely attracted some attention....like I say I miss it a lot!
when we drove down to the south of france , a couple of my mates had Hyabusa's and we were sling shotting each other at 140 and riding at 100 after a while felt like walking pace...utter madness really and like you say we had to stop for fuel every 80 to 100 miles, I think we re-traced the Fast Bikes video Colin Schiller did with Shakey Byrne and Frosty called Carnage-Calais to Cannes, if you ever get a chance to watch it, they were all a right bunch of nutters!
I never forget pulling into St Tropez all on bikes with loud pipes, parking up and sitting in a café on the front drinking coffee watching the so called 'beautiful people' walking past...we definitely attracted some attention....like I say I miss it a lot!
In reply to Post #163
Fancied a holiday there myself, a drive around , but predominantly down the Atlantic coast, either by bike or car
Or even motor home
I have a fishing pal, fluff chucker, who goes over there regular, tells me some amazing stories about watching fish coming out of the sea up the rivers. Would like a look myself
Fancied a holiday there myself, a drive around , but predominantly down the Atlantic coast, either by bike or car
Or even motor home
I have a fishing pal, fluff chucker, who goes over there regular, tells me some amazing stories about watching fish coming out of the sea up the rivers. Would like a look myself
In reply to Post #165
Do it mate, its stunning over there, but if you do it on a bike I'd keep it to the summer months as it can get a bit rough weather wise at this time of year, i'm over there later on this month, driving over in a car though...if the weather gets bad there's always the pubs! Only thing i'm not looking forward to is the ferry crossings if its rough
Apologies to those for the thread going a bit off track by the way
Do it mate, its stunning over there, but if you do it on a bike I'd keep it to the summer months as it can get a bit rough weather wise at this time of year, i'm over there later on this month, driving over in a car though...if the weather gets bad there's always the pubs!
Only thing i'm not looking forward to is the ferry crossings if its rough Apologies to those for the thread going a bit off track by the way
In reply to Post #166
Fine by me mate, as is a pint of proper Guinness or three
Fine by me mate, as is a pint of proper Guinness or three
In reply to Post #163
I was living in southern Ireland from 90 to 95 as I have said on here before I was a service engineer in the silicon chip and pharmaceutical industry. Intel built it European manufacturing base just outside Dublin in a place called leixlip. Traveled all over Ireland while living there and went back many times to support the maintenance team we had trained but from 90 to 2000 eu money helped changed Ireland and created a massive boom in house building and new roads ect but a lot of the character and charm of the country was lost. When I first went there were no McDonald's, kentucky or dominoes etc. In 95 when I returned I still had a yam fz750 and 95 was also the year the 600 bandit was launched but the roads and Ireland were already changing rapidly.
I was living in southern Ireland from 90 to 95 as I have said on here before I was a service engineer in the silicon chip and pharmaceutical industry. Intel built it European manufacturing base just outside Dublin in a place called leixlip. Traveled all over Ireland while living there and went back many times to support the maintenance team we had trained but from 90 to 2000 eu money helped changed Ireland and created a massive boom in house building and new roads ect but a lot of the character and charm of the country was lost. When I first went there were no McDonald's, kentucky or dominoes etc. In 95 when I returned I still had a yam fz750 and 95 was also the year the 600 bandit was launched but the roads and Ireland were already changing rapidly.
In reply to Post #168
Agree with all of that mate, Ireland has certainly changed from when I first went there over fifty years ago, its a shame but then again its across the globe maccy d's etc....are everywhere now, in saying that I was in Copenhagen a few months ago and don't remember seeing a single chicken house and rarely saw any overweight people, did notice the women are stunning so they must be doing something right over there
Going back to bikes though Ireland has got fantastic roads for touring but the modern world has cameras everywhere so you have to watch your speed wherever you go, also its all about population and we're far too over populated here in the south east of England to enjoy the freedom of the open road these days, i'm sure France is still great in parts and somewhere i always wanted to tour by bike but never managed to is central Spain, judging by the bits ive seen by going to a few Moto GP races at Valencia and Catalunya the roads are fantastic
Agree with all of that mate, Ireland has certainly changed from when I first went there over fifty years ago, its a shame but then again its across the globe maccy d's etc....are everywhere now, in saying that I was in Copenhagen a few months ago and don't remember seeing a single chicken house and rarely saw any overweight people, did notice the women are stunning so they must be doing something right over there
Going back to bikes though Ireland has got fantastic roads for touring but the modern world has cameras everywhere so you have to watch your speed wherever you go, also its all about population and we're far too over populated here in the south east of England to enjoy the freedom of the open road these days, i'm sure France is still great in parts and somewhere i always wanted to tour by bike but never managed to is central Spain, judging by the bits ive seen by going to a few Moto GP races at Valencia and Catalunya the roads are fantastic
Hi all
I dont know why, but ive never had any affection or been able to relate to MM like i do with some of the other riders.
Huge amount of respect for what he's done in FP2 after that crash in FP1 though
Best
Jon
I dont know why, but ive never had any affection or been able to relate to MM like i do with some of the other riders.
Huge amount of respect for what he's done in FP2 after that crash in FP1 though
Best
Jon
yes that was a bad crash mm had..very suprissed when he came out for fp2.. will go on and win Sunday now I bet
In reply to Post #171
You were right,6th title in the bag
You were right,6th title in the bag
In reply to Post #158
Those were the days I also had a fizzy then went on to the Kawasaki KH250 on L plates and past my test on that then had a big gap between bikes then a GSXR srad 600 then a GSXR 750 K8 which I sold a couple of years ago,to old now for sports bikes even though there great fun and a widow maker my only regret is not touring Europe
Those were the days I also had a fizzy then went on to the Kawasaki KH250 on L plates and past my test on that then had a big gap between bikes then a GSXR srad 600 then a GSXR 750 K8 which I sold a couple of years ago,to old now for sports bikes even though there great fun and a widow maker my only regret is not touring Europe
Jonathon Rea, 5 times WSB champion crowned at Magney Cours
Greatest rider in this competition I have ever seen, just so smooth on the bike, natural. And that's beating Bautista on the far superior and overpowered Ducati V4
Greatest rider in this competition I have ever seen, just so smooth on the bike, natural. And that's beating Bautista on the far superior and overpowered Ducati V4
Why not combine the Le Mans MotoGP May 16th\17th 2020 with a fishing trip to Le Bounty, fishing either B1 or B2. (B1 is Closed for the event)
See both our web sites for further info at www.bountylemans.com
John
See both our web sites for further info at www.bountylemans.com
John
In reply to Post #175
May be a problem carrying my fishing gear on the bike.
May be a problem carrying my fishing gear on the bike.
In reply to Post #176
Solved
Hire a full tackle set up (bring your own end gear).
John
Solved
Hire a full tackle set up (bring your own end gear).
John
Nash sawn offs..would love to do the same trip but what with qatar in march for 1st race of the season looking likely plus some other European races pencilled in also Singapore f1 in September the ball and chain would kick me in the nuts.. 
Hi All
Just caught the end of FP1, was i correct in hearing Zarco will be on a honda for the last 3 races this year and has turned down the yamaha test ride for next year?
Zarco to replace Lorenzo 2020???????
That'd be more than Quateraro to worry about in 2020 for MM
Lovin it if true..........
Best
Jon
Just caught the end of FP1, was i correct in hearing Zarco will be on a honda for the last 3 races this year and has turned down the yamaha test ride for next year?
Zarco to replace Lorenzo 2020???????
That'd be more than Quateraro to worry about in 2020 for MM
Lovin it if true..........
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #179
My understanding was he is standing in for the injured Nakagami in the last three races but was seeking a moto 2 deal for 2020.
My understanding was he is standing in for the injured Nakagami in the last three races but was seeking a moto 2 deal for 2020.
In reply to Post #179
cant see Honda throwing money zarcos way..sneaky gits will prob go for el diablo at some point..
cant see Honda throwing money zarcos way..sneaky gits will prob go for el diablo at some point..
In reply to Post #181
MM pole again on the hardest bike on the grid to ride and golden balls slowest yamaha but that may change in the race.
MM pole again on the hardest bike on the grid to ride and golden balls slowest yamaha but that may change in the race.
In reply to Post #182
unless Rossi gets a good start I cant see him doing anything from 10th..seems his losing his race day touch lately..and I'm losing sleep again with another silly o clock start
unless Rossi gets a good start I cant see him doing anything from 10th..seems his losing his race day touch lately..and I'm losing sleep again with another silly o clock start
In reply to Post #183
DNF
DNF
yep he chucked that down the road..
In reply to Post #185
How did he walk after that highside head planting the tarmac.
How did he walk after that highside head planting the tarmac.
In reply to Post #186
then 11th to 2nd..plus his brothers took the moto2 championship..must have a very proud mother and father..
then 11th to 2nd..plus his brothers took the moto2 championship..must have a very proud mother and father..
sad to see Lorenzo announce his retirement today..allways enjoyed his riding style.. the move to Honda and that nasty crash would of been his deciding factor to call it a day id expect..
In reply to Post #188
Think he made the right decision at the right time, he has been a great champion and even rossi said he had been his toughest opponent in his career, twice moto gp World champ as rossi's team mate is some achievement.
Think he made the right decision at the right time, he has been a great champion and even rossi said he had been his toughest opponent in his career, twice moto gp World champ as rossi's team mate is some achievement.
In reply to Post #189
Quatararo pole, mm p2, Crutchlow p9, Rossi p13 after crashing twice he should be joining lorenzo.
Quatararo pole, mm p2, Crutchlow p9, Rossi p13 after crashing twice he should be joining lorenzo.
What great re start...unless your a MM fan To be fair I really enjoyed MM coming back all the way through the pack (through gritted teeth) would have been a hell of a finish if he pulled it off.
Really pleased for Quartararo, overdue and a talent to watch, hopefully he'll take it to MM and make the season a bit more enjoyable rather than the white wash it's been lately.
Odd listening to the issues re contracts on the BT Sport coverage.
To be fair I really enjoyed MM coming back all the way through the pack (through gritted teeth) would have been a hell of a finish if he pulled it off.Really pleased for Quartararo, overdue and a talent to watch, hopefully he'll take it to MM and make the season a bit more enjoyable rather than the white wash it's been lately.
Odd listening to the issues re contracts on the BT Sport coverage.
In reply to Post #191
Really pleased for Quartararo,
Echo that, looked good last year. Let's hope he turns into the real deal, something fresh
Really pleased for Quartararo,
Echo that, looked good last year. Let's hope he turns into the real deal, something fresh
Seeing reports that Marquez is considering riding lol. He won't take the pain and ride. And stupid if he try's He's lost the championship this year now Unreal riding by him this last week but had to be greedy
If MM does miss at least this weekend, what do people think of Dovi's chances? He did well on a non-Ducati track and is a consistent podium finisher. Ducati could have already dropped the 2020 champion.
brave he gave it a go, but is out of the race tomorrow..as for Alberto Puig his comment about other riders winning means nothing with mm not on the grid was down right out of order.that bloke really is a class *****..
In reply to Post #194
Quatararo on pole again by the looks of it. Vinales has a lot to prove for me. He was going to be the next big thing, he has to make it happen this season for me. Dovi is in 14th place so he looks well off the pace. You could think the bike but Bagnaia is third on a Ducati
For me a factory Honda is still the benchmark and MM is so good because he is the best of managing his tyres and that's a massive chunk of what it's all about for me
Quatararo on pole again by the looks of it. Vinales has a lot to prove for me. He was going to be the next big thing, he has to make it happen this season for me. Dovi is in 14th place so he looks well off the pace. You could think the bike but Bagnaia is third on a Ducati
For me a factory Honda is still the benchmark and MM is so good because he is the best of managing his tyres and that's a massive chunk of what it's all about for me
In reply to Post #196
talk of Lorenzo coming back to ducatti, certainly some moving and shaking going on for next season..
talk of Lorenzo coming back to ducatti, certainly some moving and shaking going on for next season..
In reply to Post #197
That will be interesting,,great rider, thought he had lost his bottle. Just watching some highlights, said he would be good for Suzuki too?
That will be interesting,,great rider, thought he had lost his bottle. Just watching some highlights, said he would be good for Suzuki too?
Yamaha 1,2 and 3. Quatararo, another win, Viniales 2nd and Rossi takes third!
If rat boy hadn't crashed out I reckon he would have pissed it though, looked fast again...
If rat boy hadn't crashed out I reckon he would have pissed it though, looked fast again...
As the commentators said, Dovi might be regretting not putting pen to paper with that result
Great to see the GOAT on the podium again, defended brilliantly for that place.
Lorenzo situation...odd one, going to take a while for him to be back up to pace if he does.
So is it the riders or is it the bikes...MM and Fabio look well above race pace, 5+ seconds is massive, can't believe there are so few riders who can compete, and now it's not even factory bikes proving the point...all very odd.
Great to see the GOAT on the podium again, defended brilliantly for that place.
Lorenzo situation...odd one, going to take a while for him to be back up to pace if he does.
So is it the riders or is it the bikes...MM and Fabio look well above race pace, 5+ seconds is massive, can't believe there are so few riders who can compete, and now it's not even factory bikes proving the point...all very odd.
In reply to Post #200
it's not even factory bikes proving the point...all very odd
Looks like they have a decent bike and set up for him. We will see when he has a factory ride next season
Imagine what he could earn from Suzuki who want to make their mark
Rat boy still the best at the moment for me with somebody who looks a very close second at the moment
it's not even factory bikes proving the point...all very odd
Looks like they have a decent bike and set up for him. We will see when he has a factory ride next season
Imagine what he could earn from Suzuki who want to make their mark
Rat boy still the best at the moment for me with somebody who looks a very close second at the moment
Yamaha's running out of engines..
In reply to Post #201
Funny, I was talking to the Mrs about his factory ride...do you think it'll make him better or worse...hmm. I'd love to see Suzi up ther again competing, thought they were on the up, maybe not.
@Clicky, Yamaha...what they hell...mad isn't it. I'm not sure given what has been seen as a factory advantage they should be allowed a dispensation to open them up, but I guess money talks and for Yamaha to walk away it would not be good.
Funny, I was talking to the Mrs about his factory ride...do you think it'll make him better or worse...hmm. I'd love to see Suzi up ther again competing, thought they were on the up, maybe not.
@Clicky, Yamaha...what they hell...mad isn't it. I'm not sure given what has been seen as a factory advantage they should be allowed a dispensation to open them up, but I guess money talks and for Yamaha to walk away it would not be good.
In reply to Post #198
wouldn't say he lost his bottle, maybe just wanted a year out to rest and cure his back..said retiring to jump ship his Honda contract maybe..but I agree he would be good on that suzuki..pol espagaro signing for hrc has been my biggest shock..why they chose him I cant fathom out? push cal out with the hump maybe? @ vossy,they might get chucked out yet not walk away
wouldn't say he lost his bottle, maybe just wanted a year out to rest and cure his back..said retiring to jump ship his Honda contract maybe..but I agree he would be good on that suzuki..pol espagaro signing for hrc has been my biggest shock..why they chose him I cant fathom out? push cal out with the hump maybe? @ vossy,they might get chucked out yet not walk away
In reply to Post #204
Possibly, the Honda thing certainly didn't work out for him. Think I read it somewhere, he had scared himself too many times?
A comeback and results would answer that I guess
Possibly, the Honda thing certainly didn't work out for him. Think I read it somewhere, he had scared himself too many times?
A comeback and results would answer that I guess
Well, just watched the highlights from Brno
Factory bikes, you don't want a factory bike
Very interesting and different race that. TBH I expected the factory bikes coming though at the end and dominating but they did not have the set up of the non factory boys for me which is pretty amazing really, refreshingly different
Honda?
I bet they were all planning on picking a few points up while rat boy is out, left the door wide open for him
Factory bikes, you don't want a factory bike
Very interesting and different race that. TBH I expected the factory bikes coming though at the end and dominating but they did not have the set up of the non factory boys for me which is pretty amazing really, refreshingly different
Honda?
I bet they were all planning on picking a few points up while rat boy is out, left the door wide open for him
Hi All
Just getting news down here that Dovi is quiting Ducati, anyone know if it's true? As they've got form for miss reporting stuff like this before
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Jon
Just getting news down here that Dovi is quiting Ducati, anyone know if it's true? As they've got form for miss reporting stuff like this before
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Jon
In reply to Post #207
Confirmed by his manager a few minutes ago.
Confirmed by his manager a few minutes ago.
In reply to Post #208
Cheers Matt
And WOW.........
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Jon
Cheers Matt
And WOW.........
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Jon
In reply to Post #209
yes confirmed, shame I like dovi. lets hope he gets another ride..not sure how true but Lorenzo might be taking his seat on the duke.
yes confirmed, shame I like dovi. lets hope he gets another ride..not sure how true but Lorenzo might be taking his seat on the duke.
In reply to Post #210
Hi Rich
They've got the Lorenzo rumour going on here as well, but surely Ducati desperately need to move forward not back. They'll be phoning Fogarty next
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Jon
Hi Rich
They've got the Lorenzo rumour going on here as well, but surely Ducati desperately need to move forward not back. They'll be phoning Fogarty next
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Jon
In reply to Post #211
Bagnaia for me, new talent is what's needed to beat MM.
Bagnaia for me, new talent is what's needed to beat MM.
In reply to Post #211
would love to see foggy back . red flags in Moto 2 and gp today.. both nasty stacks..the shock on rossi"s face back at the garage said it all..
would love to see foggy back
. red flags in Moto 2 and gp today.. both nasty stacks..the shock on rossi"s face back at the garage said it all..
In reply to Post #213
The moto 2 crash was awful and they were doing CPR on one of the riders in the initial pictures before they said everyone was conscious.
Rossi used up his 9th life and it showed on his face..........
Happy for Dovi though, not sure how it helps anything, but I've got a soft spot for the old dog
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Jon
The moto 2 crash was awful and they were doing CPR on one of the riders in the initial pictures before they said everyone was conscious.
Rossi used up his 9th life and it showed on his face..........
Happy for Dovi though, not sure how it helps anything, but I've got a soft spot for the old dog
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Jon
In reply to Post #214
Seen the lowlights moto 2
That is a terrible crash that
Just ripped the bike to bits!
Edit
Jesus, just seen the moto GP one, flying bikes
Make no wonder Rossi was shocked, 2 x bikes comes past you in the air at 180mph!
If that's not time to hang the gloves up I don't know what is!!!
Moto GP
Moto 2
Let's hope everybody is OK
Seen the lowlights moto 2
That is a terrible crash that
Just ripped the bike to bits!
Edit
Jesus, just seen the moto GP one, flying bikes
Make no wonder Rossi was shocked, 2 x bikes comes past you in the air at 180mph!
If that's not time to hang the gloves up I don't know what is!!!
Moto GP
Moto 2
Let's hope everybody is OK
all riders ok. . both rossi and vinales are very very lucky there..ive seen a photo of vinales with his hands over his head as one of the bikes went over the top of him..
. both rossi and vinales are very very lucky there..ive seen a photo of vinales with his hands over his head as one of the bikes went over the top of him..
In reply to Post #216
Seriously, talk about luck and fate. You don't walk away from those!
One weekend, two horrendous crashes. Crazy!
Same venue, 2019. Great bit of racing
2019 Austrian treat
Seriously, talk about luck and fate. You don't walk away from those!
One weekend, two horrendous crashes. Crazy!
Same venue, 2019. Great bit of racing
2019 Austrian treat
Very sad imo
Zarco starting from the pits is just moto gp bowing down to what's becoming the VR46 mafia
Does the Vali legend really want this to be his legacy?
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Jon
Zarco starting from the pits is just moto gp bowing down to what's becoming the VR46 mafia
Does the Vali legend really want this to be his legacy?
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Jon
In reply to Post #218
Not sure Jon myself
Maybe it's to set the benchmark, I'm not sure?
One thing for sure, for a rider of that quality that was an horrendous error which could have killed two riders?
There are risks with motorsport no doubt, that's what makes it exciting but on reflection that was just reckless for me, massive error
Not sure Jon myself
Maybe it's to set the benchmark, I'm not sure?
One thing for sure, for a rider of that quality that was an horrendous error which could have killed two riders?
There are risks with motorsport no doubt, that's what makes it exciting but on reflection that was just reckless for me, massive error
In reply to Post #219
Hi Chris
I definitely do get your point of view, but "fault" for last weekend's crash is questionable imo, you can argue either way
There's been a lot of very poor and obvious driver error incidents in all classes this year that have caused crashes, incidents and dnf's
The only time punishments seems to be dished out is when the vr46 gang pipe up. The Mcfee podium was because they were causing a stink about track limits and that ultimately backfired on vieti
Race control come across as being influenced by vr46 at the moment
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Jon
Hi Chris
I definitely do get your point of view, but "fault" for last weekend's crash is questionable imo, you can argue either way
There's been a lot of very poor and obvious driver error incidents in all classes this year that have caused crashes, incidents and dnf's
The only time punishments seems to be dished out is when the vr46 gang pipe up. The Mcfee podium was because they were causing a stink about track limits and that ultimately backfired on vieti
Race control come across as being influenced by vr46 at the moment
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Jon
In reply to Post #220
I would not have thought that would influence a decision like that or would hope not. Fast part of the course and major rider error.
Im guessing after that Jon the VR46 gang will be the stuff of legend. Reckon he will be done this year after that, i will be very surprised if he does not quit
I would not have thought that would influence a decision like that or would hope not. Fast part of the course and major rider error.
Im guessing after that Jon the VR46 gang will be the stuff of legend. Reckon he will be done this year after that, i will be very surprised if he does not quit
rossi is taking fabios seat at pertronas,fabio taking rossis seat at factory Yamaha with vinales. as for zarcos pit lane start, thats down to dorna. the Spanish Moto gp mafia..both espargaro brothers get away scot free from their pissing about.alex holding up Petrucci on the racing line looking for a tow. pol again whinging about zarco taking him out, while yet he went wide then came back on the racing line without looking..pol espagaros actions after last weeks red flag was terrible. moaning about race being stopped while he was in the lead.. I really don't know why hrc Honda gave him a factory seat next to mm93 next season..the bloke is a nightmare..
In reply to Post #221
Hi Chris,
I think this weekend kinda proved the point I was trying to make, all the vr46 babies were calling for Masia to be banned for the season for dumping the oil on the track,(absolute stupid crap), Martin loses a moto2 win by going green by inches thus promoting a vr46 baby for the win and polis espargero is at least 4ft of track on the final lap and gets no penalty at all?????
And clicky, whoever had the great idea to put the 2 most despised riders in the same garage is an absolute advertising genius, polis and rat boy 2021, I'm gonna love it........
Too much politics, let's race!!
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Jon
Hi Chris,
I think this weekend kinda proved the point I was trying to make, all the vr46 babies were calling for Masia to be banned for the season for dumping the oil on the track,(absolute stupid crap), Martin loses a moto2 win by going green by inches thus promoting a vr46 baby for the win and polis espargero is at least 4ft of track on the final lap and gets no penalty at all?????
And clicky, whoever had the great idea to put the 2 most despised riders in the same garage is an absolute advertising genius, polis and rat boy 2021, I'm gonna love it........
Too much politics, let's race!!
Best
Jon
Not been on for a while.
The crash last week, why aren't there airbags/tires across those long run offs before right hand corners, even half way along them would minimise the risk. Unsighting the corner slightly would be a small price to pay.
Really enjoying the races at the mo, so glad that MM is side lined for a while, had become a tad stale for me.
Vinales jumping off
The crash last week, why aren't there airbags/tires across those long run offs before right hand corners, even half way along them would minimise the risk. Unsighting the corner slightly would be a small price to pay.
Really enjoying the races at the mo, so glad that MM is side lined for a while, had become a tad stale for me.
Vinales jumping off
In reply to Post #223
all the vr46 babies were calling for Masia to be banned for the season for dumping the oil on the track,(absolute stupid crap)
Nuff said then, unbelievable, who would have thought, oil on a motorcycle racing track
all the vr46 babies were calling for Masia to be banned for the season for dumping the oil on the track,(absolute stupid crap)
Nuff said then, unbelievable, who would have thought, oil on a motorcycle racing track
In reply to Post #224
I'm guessing that's the next area for review, straights that have the potential to run over corners if the worst happens. Thought the same afterwards, thought they would have some kind of protection. Quite a dangerous track
The blind summits are another one too as the Moto 2 crash. Maybe a flashing sign above the track on blind summits or a least a flag man on them?
I'm guessing that's the next area for review, straights that have the potential to run over corners if the worst happens. Thought the same afterwards, thought they would have some kind of protection. Quite a dangerous track
The blind summits are another one too as the Moto 2 crash. Maybe a flashing sign above the track on blind summits or a least a flag man on them?
Well, just watched the highlights from yesterday. Brake failure and jumping off a bike at 130mph must be a hell of a shocker. Last time I saw that it was Eugene Laverty in WSP
Disappointed for Mir he deserved that win
Air bags in place too. Did a proper job on saving Viñales bike until it set on fire
Disappointed for Mir he deserved that win
Air bags in place too. Did a proper job on saving Viñales bike until it set on fire
In reply to Post #227
Yeah, felt for Mir but you have to ask why they didn't have a tyre in reserve JIC. I know races aren't often split but even so, it certainly helped Miller in part 2.
I'm still trying to decide if Vinales went over to his bike and put his head in his hands out of a, shock, or B frustration the bike wasn't still o.k...inspite of being on fire at the time
Agree with the blind crests, odd how these things aren't already in place in this day and age.
Yeah, felt for Mir but you have to ask why they didn't have a tyre in reserve JIC. I know races aren't often split but even so, it certainly helped Miller in part 2.
I'm still trying to decide if Vinales went over to his bike and put his head in his hands out of a, shock, or B frustration the bike wasn't still o.k...inspite of being on fire at the time
Agree with the blind crests, odd how these things aren't already in place in this day and age.
In reply to Post #223
fiery lot the Italians, couldn't say that though about rossis over seas fans, had a drink with many in tavulia always welcomed mm 93s lot to join the table..same in Spain,all supporters enjoy each others banter..lets hope Rossi signs that 2 year deal with pertrona..
fiery lot the Italians, couldn't say that though about rossis over seas fans, had a drink with many in tavulia always welcomed mm 93s lot to join the table..same in Spain,all supporters enjoy each others banter..lets hope Rossi signs that 2 year deal with pertrona..
In reply to Post #228
Cost Mir the race did that
I'm guessing Viñales just plain **** himself. Bike over his head last week, jumping off the bike this week, brake failure. Not looking good for Yamaha either, engines, not enough top end, no wonder they are struggling. When the non factory bikes are doing well they should know they have problems
And once again, especially WSB and BSB the Ducati V4 is just like cheating for me, so high revving and the straight line speed just blows everything else out of the water although the new Honda seems to be catching up, seems to be
Cost Mir the race did that
I'm guessing Viñales just plain **** himself. Bike over his head last week, jumping off the bike this week, brake failure. Not looking good for Yamaha either, engines, not enough top end, no wonder they are struggling. When the non factory bikes are doing well they should know they have problems
And once again, especially WSB and BSB the Ducati V4 is just like cheating for me, so high revving and the straight line speed just blows everything else out of the water although the new Honda seems to be catching up, seems to be
Forgot to add before, Vinales said he had 4 warnings of the brakes failing before the off, personally I think he should have come in or been made to by the race director. Imagine carrying on knowing and something awful happens :-(
Hi All
Just seen the talks between Dovi and KTM have broken down over money.
I think his manager is pricing him out of a ride, be a shame if he's not on the grid next year, but what options does he have now for next year???
Aprillia?, Suzuki?
Seems the Dovi story doesn't end well
At least Rossi signed the 2 years yesterday
Best
Jon
Just seen the talks between Dovi and KTM have broken down over money.
I think his manager is pricing him out of a ride, be a shame if he's not on the grid next year, but what options does he have now for next year???
Aprillia?, Suzuki?
Seems the Dovi story doesn't end well
At least Rossi signed the 2 years yesterday
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Jon
In reply to Post #232
Interesting one Jon, guess he still has race pace
KTM seem to have a very good bike there and I think they could be a serious challenge to Honda if they can get the right rider. Is that Dovi, mmmmm?
I was watching WSB yesterday and they were talking about a conversation with a team manger who had been around the block a bit. When they choose a rider they are looking for the next talent who will beat and be the next MM. Otherwise they could just sign any rider. Makes you think, if KTM are that serious, they have to be, is Dovi their man at 31?
Mir is starting to look good and I can't see any reason why he would leave Suzuki. FQ has signed, FM?
Not sure, it will be interesting to see who really goes where
Interesting one Jon, guess he still has race pace
KTM seem to have a very good bike there and I think they could be a serious challenge to Honda if they can get the right rider. Is that Dovi, mmmmm?
I was watching WSB yesterday and they were talking about a conversation with a team manger who had been around the block a bit. When they choose a rider they are looking for the next talent who will beat and be the next MM. Otherwise they could just sign any rider. Makes you think, if KTM are that serious, they have to be, is Dovi their man at 31?
Mir is starting to look good and I can't see any reason why he would leave Suzuki. FQ has signed, FM?
Not sure, it will be interesting to see who really goes where
In reply to Post #233
Hi Chris
Hope you're well
Biggest news im waiting confirmation on is that zarco has the factory ride alongside Miller at Ducati, press down here is selling it, but they are notoriously full of poo
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Jon
Hi Chris
Hope you're well
Biggest news im waiting confirmation on is that zarco has the factory ride alongside Miller at Ducati, press down here is selling it, but they are notoriously full of poo
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Jon
In reply to Post #234
I'm a miller fan Jon, ex motocrosser, exiting to watch, deserves that ride
Zarco, that should be interesting?
Exiting times, who's gonna be where. One thing for sure we know where MM will be
I'm a miller fan Jon, ex motocrosser, exiting to watch, deserves that ride
Zarco, that should be interesting?
Exiting times, who's gonna be where. One thing for sure we know where MM will be
Yep, MM is apparently coming back at Aragon so he can help Honda build a 2021 bike specifically for him.
Espargero will obviously fully approve it #?¥₩#?
That will be the ****ers garage next year, no way those 2 will get on.
Hope rumours are right then as zarco is my favourite rider, be nice to see him and Miller going at it.
Mrs loves quateraro which is weird as his chest is like the Mojave desert whereas mine is like the new Forrest.....
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Jon
Espargero will obviously fully approve it #?¥₩#?
That will be the ****ers garage next year, no way those 2 will get on.
Hope rumours are right then as zarco is my favourite rider, be nice to see him and Miller going at it.
Mrs loves quateraro which is weird as his chest is like the Mojave desert whereas mine is like the new Forrest.....
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Jon
In reply to Post #236
He is still the man to beat, la rat boy
To be fair, can't wait to see FQ on a factory ride, Vinales has had a bit of bad look don't get me wrong but he is deffo not the success they expected him to be. Maybe rat boy gets a bit or serious competition next year, KTM, Ducati, possibly Suzuki and yamaha, Honda will take some beating for me though Jon
He is still the man to beat, la rat boy
To be fair, can't wait to see FQ on a factory ride, Vinales has had a bit of bad look don't get me wrong but he is deffo not the success they expected him to be. Maybe rat boy gets a bit or serious competition next year, KTM, Ducati, possibly Suzuki and yamaha, Honda will take some beating for me though Jon
In reply to Post #237
I'm really not sure what to believe anymore, the so "called experts" down here are reporting that Dovi has now priced himself out of a petronas Yamaha ride alongside Valli???.
Crazy days, but it's Mugello, bring on the crazy track, going to be an epic weekend as always
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Jon
I'm really not sure what to believe anymore, the so "called experts" down here are reporting that Dovi has now priced himself out of a petronas Yamaha ride alongside Valli???.
Crazy days, but it's Mugello, bring on the crazy track, going to be an epic weekend as always
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Jon
the old goat close but not close enough for his 200th podium..hopefully next week he does it..shame I had to cancel the trip.. 
In reply to Post #238
Just watched the highlights, great racing and a real mix again
First for FM. Mir on the podium again, Suzuki coming good?
The factory Yamaha are well off the pace for me. MV is having a very poor run too, pole to 6th
Just watched the highlights, great racing and a real mix again
First for FM. Mir on the podium again, Suzuki coming good?
The factory Yamaha are well off the pace for me. MV is having a very poor run too, pole to 6th
It was a good race, really loving that the whole pack could win and the points are so close. Felt for Rossi but at the same time I can't help but think he doesn't give it his all anymore, can only see him going one way with all the other riders coming through.
I expected more from Mizano, seemed to be a lot of cagey riding going on, with all those bends I was expecting some real scraps but a lot seemed happy to just be following round.
I expected more from Mizano, seemed to be a lot of cagey riding going on, with all those bends I was expecting some real scraps but a lot seemed happy to just be following round.
In reply to Post #241
Rossi has always thrived on performing for the crowds, must feel strange for the riders racing in virtually empty stadiums as the atmosphere just cannot be there. The venues must have lost huge amounts in ticket sales and revenue from the food and merchandise stalls.
Rossi has always thrived on performing for the crowds, must feel strange for the riders racing in virtually empty stadiums as the atmosphere just cannot be there. The venues must have lost huge amounts in ticket sales and revenue from the food and merchandise stalls.
In reply to Post #242
You're not wrong, bit soulless isn't it :-(
As a aside, is the BT camera work annoying others like it is me, some of the decisions to show replays when any man and his dog can see a incedent/manoeuvre is about to happen, been happening a lot lately, much more so than previous years
You're not wrong, bit soulless isn't it :-(
As a aside, is the BT camera work annoying others like it is me, some of the decisions to show replays when any man and his dog can see a incedent/manoeuvre is about to happen, been happening a lot lately, much more so than previous years
In reply to Post #243
BT get the feed from Dorna like everyone else. It is their director that chooses what goes out.
BT get the feed from Dorna like everyone else. It is their director that chooses what goes out.
In reply to Post #242
the track was resurfaced and was meant to be changing the pit areas but have said they don't have the money..from the helicopter camera it showed outside the track totally dead.last year when there you couldn't move for beer tents and merchandise stools..add to that the local towns and hotels will be effected..very sad times..
the track was resurfaced and was meant to be changing the pit areas but have said they don't have the money..from the helicopter camera it showed outside the track totally dead.last year when there you couldn't move for beer tents and merchandise stools..add to that the local towns and hotels will be effected..very sad times..
In reply to Post #245
Sadly I don't think next year is going to be any better but time will tell. On a personal note had three tours on the bike cancelled this year so ended up going back to Scotland via Wales and back through Yorkshire so was nice to get away. Been over to the Isle of Wight for a peak at the proposed tt cercuit for next year and hope it goes ahead.
Sadly I don't think next year is going to be any better but time will tell. On a personal note had three tours on the bike cancelled this year so ended up going back to Scotland via Wales and back through Yorkshire so was nice to get away. Been over to the Isle of Wight for a peak at the proposed tt cercuit for next year and hope it goes ahead.
In reply to Post #244
Someone needs to have a word, bloody aweful the last few races, oddly before that it was getting better!
Someone needs to have a word, bloody aweful the last few races, oddly before that it was getting better!
Hi All
Rossi retirement???? Not after that qualli, can't wait for the race tomorrow!!
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Jon
Rossi retirement???? Not after that qualli, can't wait for the race tomorrow!!
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Jon
In reply to Post #248
dnf
dnf
Bagnaia and Miller confirmed on the factory Ducati next year.
In reply to Post #249
I was gutted for the old boy when he binned it in the kitty litter. was sure he was going to get his 200th podium that day..im sure it will come before the seasons out, if not definitely next year on the petronas..getting pissed of with the arm chair fans over on the Moto gp social media pages always saying he should retire..bolox should he, the rest who finish behind him then should retire also..alot came off at Catalunya,have to remember the race is usually run in June when track temp is much higher. Michelin balsed that race up with tyre allocations..
I was gutted for the old boy when he binned it in the kitty litter. was sure he was going to get his 200th podium that day..im sure it will come before the seasons out, if not definitely next year on the petronas..getting pissed of with the arm chair fans over on the Moto gp social media pages always saying he should retire..bolox should he, the rest who finish behind him then should retire also..alot came off at Catalunya,have to remember the race is usually run in June when track temp is much higher. Michelin balsed that race up with tyre allocations..
In reply to Post #251
Aren't they all on Michelins like WSB are all on Pirelli's?
Aren't they all on Michelins like WSB are all on Pirelli's?
In reply to Post #252
Yes but Michelin choose the 2 compounds that will be used and they can change how hard or soft they for each race. So if they get that wrong it makes it harder for the riders.
Yes but Michelin choose the 2 compounds that will be used and they can change how hard or soft they for each race. So if they get that wrong it makes it harder for the riders.
In reply to Post #253
Nice one Trev, same as WSB, same brand and a few different compounds
Tend to follow WSB and BSB but love MotoGP
I remember the link mate but never followed it up. Thank you
Nice one Trev, same as WSB, same brand and a few different compounds
Tend to follow WSB and BSB but love MotoGP
I remember the link mate but never followed it up. Thank you
In reply to Post #254
No problem. I Used to watch F1 but discoved Moto GP and love it along with moto 3 not so much moto 2. I love speedway aswell, I started going when I was 4 or 5 so almost 40 years ago watching Oxford
No problem. I Used to watch F1 but discoved Moto GP and love it along with moto 3 not so much moto 2. I love speedway aswell, I started going when I was 4 or 5 so almost 40 years ago watching Oxford
In reply to Post #255
Love the bike racing. WSB from Magny Cours today, can't wait
Great sport, one thing that I find fascinating is the bike development from MotoGP to WSB and BSB, straight down to, and available from your local dealer nowadays, the engineering and technology is amazing, always advancing. Traction control, anti wheelie, cornering ABS the lot. Saying that the bikes are so powerful nowadays you couldn't ride them without it
200kg, 200BHP, available on the road
Love the bike racing. WSB from Magny Cours today, can't wait
Great sport, one thing that I find fascinating is the bike development from MotoGP to WSB and BSB, straight down to, and available from your local dealer nowadays, the engineering and technology is amazing, always advancing. Traction control, anti wheelie, cornering ABS the lot. Saying that the bikes are so powerful nowadays you couldn't ride them without it
200kg, 200BHP, available on the road
In reply to Post #256
Lamb chops h2 with after market exhaust and remap 260 hp. Try a streetfighter v4, Moor fun than a fully faired sports bike.
Lamb chops h2 with after market exhaust and remap 260 hp. Try a streetfighter v4, Moor fun than a fully faired sports bike.
In reply to Post #257
Like his reviews, up there with the best. 44 teeth ones are brilliant, the best for me
H2 is super quick but a big heavy lump, not for me. Same as a street fighter, naked bikes are for hooligans, power wheelie jobs. Get over the ton and you need neck muscles like Mike Tyson plus they feel so unstable with the wind blast.
Isle of Man next year for me. I'm either keeping the Ducati, having a Tuono, or another GSXR
Like his reviews, up there with the best. 44 teeth ones are brilliant, the best for me
H2 is super quick but a big heavy lump, not for me. Same as a street fighter, naked bikes are for hooligans, power wheelie jobs. Get over the ton and you need neck muscles like Mike Tyson plus they feel so unstable with the wind blast.
Isle of Man next year for me. I'm either keeping the Ducati, having a Tuono, or another GSXR
Not Moto GP but Jonathon Rea, 6 times WSB champion. The greatest of all time, what a rider
In reply to Post #259
awesome result . good racing in all 3 classes of the gp today...lowes 1st Moto 2 ..jake 4th,feel sorry for him last week but his getting good..rins in main race mir 3rd..them Suzukis are cracking bikes,,,but what about Alex Marquez I bet his brother is now going to stop giving him tips . also I bet Honda regret signing pol next year to take over the seat. and get well soon Rossi with your covid possitive results...
awesome result
. good racing in all 3 classes of the gp today...lowes 1st Moto 2 ..jake 4th,feel sorry for him last week but his getting good..rins in main race mir 3rd..them Suzukis are cracking bikes,,,but what about Alex Marquez I bet his brother is now going to stop giving him tips . also I bet Honda regret signing pol next year to take over the seat. and get well soon Rossi with your covid possitive results...
In reply to Post #260
Great results for the Brits
Think it was Moto GP or could have been WSB, last time out one of the commentators had said that MM told him his brother will be a better rider than him
Edit - Just watched the highlights, great race by AM, still think the factory Honda is the best all-round package, downside the Márquez brothers could rule for a long time if we are not careful
Nice to see the Suzuki's up there and Rins managed to finish
As for Vinales and the factory Yamaha, rubbish again
Great results for the Brits
Think it was Moto GP or could have been WSB, last time out one of the commentators had said that MM told him his brother will be a better rider than him
Edit - Just watched the highlights, great race by AM, still think the factory Honda is the best all-round package, downside the Márquez brothers could rule for a long time if we are not careful
Nice to see the Suzuki's up there and Rins managed to finish
As for Vinales and the factory Yamaha, rubbish again
Bad crash for sam lowes today, looked nasty, got back on for qualifying 2 but sadly well down the grid for tomorrow..come on sam stay safe and hopefully get some points and get fit for Portugal race..
In reply to Post #262
Still finished the race and in with a chance.
Joan Mir wins top spot. Rossi only one place up on crasher Crutchlow.
Still finished the race and in with a chance.
Joan Mir wins top spot. Rossi only one place up on crasher Crutchlow.
In reply to Post #263
Great little tussle at the end between Mir and Miller. I cant remember the race numbers but hasn't Mir done well....as for quat...interesting to hear from the commentary that it was too much fettling with the set up, maybe he can offer more..hmm.
Fabulous to see Suzies back on top.
And the potential MM might not be back for the start of the season.
Great little tussle at the end between Mir and Miller. I cant remember the race numbers but hasn't Mir done well....as for quat...interesting to hear from the commentary that it was too much fettling with the set up, maybe he can offer more..hmm.
Fabulous to see Suzies back on top.
And the potential MM might not be back for the start of the season.
Well done to Mir and Suzuki
Think he's around 23 Mir so hopefully has a very good future
As for Suzuki, love my Suzuki's and amazing to see them on the top again after a relatively short time. 20 years since they last won it and before that Kevin Shwantz, one of my all time favourite riders and the stunning Pepsi Suzuki, one of the best looking bikes ever for me too, saw him win at Donnington on it in 1989
Think he's around 23 Mir so hopefully has a very good future
As for Suzuki, love my Suzuki's and amazing to see them on the top again after a relatively short time. 20 years since they last won it and before that Kevin Shwantz, one of my all time favourite riders and the stunning Pepsi Suzuki, one of the best looking bikes ever for me too, saw him win at Donnington on it in 1989
In reply to Post #265
Can't remember what I was riding when I was at brands watching this, probably a gpz750 but had a slab750 later.
https://youtu.be/TdAA1nDnwg0
Can't remember what I was riding when I was at brands watching this, probably a gpz750 but had a slab750 later.
https://youtu.be/TdAA1nDnwg0
In reply to Post #266
Nice one Goose
Searched the tube many a time looking for the British GP in 1989, not much about sadly
Nice one Goose
Searched the tube many a time looking for the British GP in 1989, not much about sadly
In reply to Post #267
While we await the new season some bike porn
While we await the new season some bike porn
In reply to Post #268
Who's is that?
Popular bikers cafe where I sometimes go has bike nights now and again, old TT bikes the lot, amazing to see
Who's is that?
Popular bikers cafe where I sometimes go has bike nights now and again, old TT bikes the lot, amazing to see
In reply to Post #269
It's an old benelli sei race bike owned by an Italian, he has two.
It's an old benelli sei race bike owned by an Italian, he has two.
In reply to Post #270
Pristine mate and nice to see
Some passion with those old guys and their bikes
Pristine mate and nice to see
Some passion with those old guys and their bikes
Total commitment
https://www.facebook.com/Lockk9/videos/254634482874340/
https://www.facebook.com/Lockk9/videos/254634482874340/
In reply to Post #272
Can't get it to work?
Just watched a snippet on YouTube earlier from testing. Fabio is the man at the moment
Rossi, 20th, chassis problems
Can't get it to work?
Just watched a snippet on YouTube earlier from testing. Fabio is the man at the moment
Rossi, 20th, chassis problems
In reply to Post #273
Watched it as well, looking forward to a great season, sad rossi is moaning again as anyone else would be told to get on with it.
Watched it as well, looking forward to a great season, sad rossi is moaning again as anyone else would be told to get on with it.
In reply to Post #274
Not sure where Morbidelli ended up? I would have thought the Petronas was a decent bike, sure they will get the set up
Should be an interesting start, first few races see who's coming out on top
Yamaha have got their man there though for me with FQ, MV had better shine this year!
Not sure where Morbidelli ended up? I would have thought the Petronas was a decent bike, sure they will get the set up
Should be an interesting start, first few races see who's coming out on top
Yamaha have got their man there though for me with FQ, MV had better shine this year!
In reply to Post #275
Some say MM has been bluffing and is fit to go, will see soon.
Some say MM has been bluffing and is fit to go, will see soon.
Hi All
They are saying down here that a final decision will be made next week, but it's most likely rat boy will at least do some of the free practices and will most likely race
Best
Jon
They are saying down here that a final decision will be made next week, but it's most likely rat boy will at least do some of the free practices and will most likely race
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #277
You know he won't be far off MM Jon, love him or loathe him, he is competitive and ruthless
FQ on the factory Yamaha, hope they give him a decent bike
JM on the factory Ducati, I like Miller too, deserves the ride for me!
And can Mir defend his tittle?
And thrown in KTM and the rest. all adds up to some decent racing for me, can't wait
You know he won't be far off MM Jon, love him or loathe him, he is competitive and ruthless
FQ on the factory Yamaha, hope they give him a decent bike
JM on the factory Ducati, I like Miller too, deserves the ride for me!
And can Mir defend his tittle?
And thrown in KTM and the rest. all adds up to some decent racing for me, can't wait
Hi Chris
Biggest news for me is FQ can't put it together, he's apparently burning up every rear tyre he's been given. If that's the case all the Yamaha riders will struggle getting the power down.
Same old unfixed problem?
Best
Jon
Biggest news for me is FQ can't put it together, he's apparently burning up every rear tyre he's been given. If that's the case all the Yamaha riders will struggle getting the power down.
Same old unfixed problem?
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #279
That's interesting Jon, not seen that, wonder if MV is the same, that could be just down to a pure aggressive style and how he puts the power down? Saying that with modern electronics, thought they would be able to sort it, If it's both riders, that's a problem!
Still think the factory Honda is the benchmark myself in moto GP. Yamaha was poor last year, not to mention the engine and brake problems! MV 120mph dismount was amazing to see!
I think with FQ they have made a fantastic signing that could bring them success for many years if they can give him a decent bike, he is fast, some real competition for MM
Like you mention though, all about the tires and preservation for me, no point black lining them out of every corner
Can't rule out Suzuki for me, what they have done with that bike is amazing!
That's interesting Jon, not seen that, wonder if MV is the same, that could be just down to a pure aggressive style and how he puts the power down? Saying that with modern electronics, thought they would be able to sort it, If it's both riders, that's a problem!
Still think the factory Honda is the benchmark myself in moto GP. Yamaha was poor last year, not to mention the engine and brake problems! MV 120mph dismount was amazing to see!
I think with FQ they have made a fantastic signing that could bring them success for many years if they can give him a decent bike, he is fast, some real competition for MM
Like you mention though, all about the tires and preservation for me, no point black lining them out of every corner
Can't rule out Suzuki for me, what they have done with that bike is amazing!
So MM is not going to be riding at the first two races.
In reply to Post #281
He could probably sit half the season out and still win it, can't say I'm a fan but you have to admire him, reckless and dangerous at times but I guess that's comes with a desire to beat the rest. No denying it though, a fantastic rider, one of the all time greats, no doubt
He could probably sit half the season out and still win it, can't say I'm a fan but you have to admire him, reckless and dangerous at times but I guess that's comes with a desire to beat the rest. No denying it though, a fantastic rider, one of the all time greats, no doubt
In reply to Post #282
To telling if being injured with such a long recovery will mess with his mind set.
To telling if being injured with such a long recovery will mess with his mind set.
In reply to Post #283
Hi All
It's all getting a bit silly with MM again.
He states he's out for the 2 Qatar races, but will race portamao.
Then the medics say racing portamao is tottaly dependant on a medical on April 12th
Then there's a story in one of the Spanish mags that his arm is still infected and he's got at least 2 more months out
And still Honda say nothing.
Like or loathe the guy moto gp is better off with him on track
Best
Jon
Hi All
It's all getting a bit silly with MM again.
He states he's out for the 2 Qatar races, but will race portamao.
Then the medics say racing portamao is tottaly dependant on a medical on April 12th
Then there's a story in one of the Spanish mags that his arm is still infected and he's got at least 2 more months out
And still Honda say nothing.
Like or loathe the guy moto gp is better off with him on track
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #284
I think the only way he loses over the season for me Jon is if Yamaha give FQ a better and reliable bike, emphasis on reliable!
Where do the threats come from? Suzuki, Yamaha, Ducati, KTM. Mir is the world champ and what Suzuki have done with that bike is pretty amazing for me but you have to question, would they have been as competitive if rat boy was in the mix?
Said it before, the factory Honda is the benchmark in MotoGP for me, add quality rider, near on job done
Let's hope for a real mix up, competitive racing that goes to the final round, if we do it should be a great season for the fans
I think the only way he loses over the season for me Jon is if Yamaha give FQ a better and reliable bike, emphasis on reliable!
Where do the threats come from? Suzuki, Yamaha, Ducati, KTM. Mir is the world champ and what Suzuki have done with that bike is pretty amazing for me but you have to question, would they have been as competitive if rat boy was in the mix?
Said it before, the factory Honda is the benchmark in MotoGP for me, add quality rider, near on job done
Let's hope for a real mix up, competitive racing that goes to the final round, if we do it should be a great season for the fans
Anybody watching the qualifying?
Zarco, 225mph, surprised he can see lol, mental
Interesting qualifier that
Rossi is fast!
Zarco, 225mph, surprised he can see lol, mental
Interesting qualifier that
Rossi is fast!
In reply to Post #286
Yea been following, don't believe rossi's bike is the full fat animal of the factory team but easier to ride and still quick enough to beat less gifted riders.
Yea been following, don't believe rossi's bike is the full fat animal of the factory team but easier to ride and still quick enough to beat less gifted riders.
In reply to Post #287
Hi All
Well I'm never listening to FQ again, especially when he says the yamaha's can't get the power down!!!
Best
Jon
Hi All
Well I'm never listening to FQ again, especially when he says the yamaha's can't get the power down!!!
Best
Jon
Well done Sam Lowes, great start to the season, world champ would be nice
Saying that, his bikes paint job is horrible, burgundy!
Fantastic ride by MV, looks like FQ has caused a bit of competition. Really disappointed for Mir, another brilliant ride. Those Ducati's in a straight line are untouchable. Same in WSB last year, gaining 3 - 5 bike lengths on the straight, x that by 20 laps!
Saying that, his bikes paint job is horrible, burgundy!
Fantastic ride by MV, looks like FQ has caused a bit of competition. Really disappointed for Mir, another brilliant ride. Those Ducati's in a straight line are untouchable. Same in WSB last year, gaining 3 - 5 bike lengths on the straight, x that by 20 laps!
In reply to Post #289
Good race, rumour was ducati had reigned them in a little to improve rideability.
Good race, rumour was ducati had reigned them in a little to improve rideability.
In reply to Post #290
Hi Glenn
Heard that too, Apparently they were trying to cut down the deg on the rear tyres.
Great start to the season in all 3 classes
Best
Jon
Hi Glenn
Heard that too, Apparently they were trying to cut down the deg on the rear tyres.
Great start to the season in all 3 classes
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #291
I read up on this after Batista and then Readings straight line speed on the new Ducati V4 in WSB. Pulling over 5 or 6 bike lengths passed the opposition on the straights, mental! Quite a few reasons
The MotoGP Ducati and the Honda, surprisingly to some? are running V4s, 90 degree ones! because of this the bikes are virtually built around the engine, Ducati's have been for a long time, the frame bolts to the engine block. Because of the angle they end up with a longer bike, this in turn effects the geometry's meaning, usually the inline fours are shorter, turn faster and better in the corners. The longer bikes with the V4 have less crankshaft deflection, it is shorter, has less deflection and less bearings, resistance than an inline 4 and lay the power down exceptionally well!
I was never a massive Forgarty fan, the ex king and god of WSB, one because he was riding a Ducati and two I always thought it was like cheating with torque and how they laid the power down
Had a google. This might be of interest to any fan?
V4. Power
Hope it works
I read up on this after Batista and then Readings straight line speed on the new Ducati V4 in WSB. Pulling over 5 or 6 bike lengths passed the opposition on the straights, mental! Quite a few reasons
The MotoGP Ducati and the Honda, surprisingly to some? are running V4s, 90 degree ones! because of this the bikes are virtually built around the engine, Ducati's have been for a long time, the frame bolts to the engine block. Because of the angle they end up with a longer bike, this in turn effects the geometry's meaning, usually the inline fours are shorter, turn faster and better in the corners. The longer bikes with the V4 have less crankshaft deflection, it is shorter, has less deflection and less bearings, resistance than an inline 4 and lay the power down exceptionally well!
I was never a massive Forgarty fan, the ex king and god of WSB, one because he was riding a Ducati and two I always thought it was like cheating with torque and how they laid the power down
Had a google. This might be of interest to any fan?
V4. Power
Hope it works
In reply to Post #292
Was the opposite and a big foggy fan, so much so I sold my blade for a 916 and even though it was a long way down on then mates jap sports bikes it was a faster road bike.
Was the opposite and a big foggy fan, so much so I sold my blade for a 916 and even though it was a long way down on then mates jap sports bikes it was a faster road bike.
In reply to Post #293
Think he was like marmite mate. Ducati too at the time
Bought my first Ducti ever last year, full Akrapovics on, loving it
Think he was like marmite mate. Ducati too at the time
Bought my first Ducti ever last year, full Akrapovics on, loving it
In reply to Post #294
I've always loved them and would have loved a 900ss back in the mid seventies but was a poor apprentice. As great as modern bikes are the top line sports bikes are track day tools and too much for our congested potholed roads. Ducati have realised this as the latest panigale is far more user friendly and easier to ride than the 2019 model. Even the new streetfighter is not what many were expecting and is as user friendly as any 200+ hp naked can be, will be testing one when things get back to normal.
I've always loved them and would have loved a 900ss back in the mid seventies but was a poor apprentice. As great as modern bikes are the top line sports bikes are track day tools and too much for our congested potholed roads. Ducati have realised this as the latest panigale is far more user friendly and easier to ride than the 2019 model. Even the new streetfighter is not what many were expecting and is as user friendly as any 200+ hp naked can be, will be testing one when things get back to normal.
In reply to Post #295
I was thinking about buying either an NSR400 or an old supersport as a bit of a project bike for winter, for some reason I used to love the look of the SS, or even a 748S in red or yellow would do
I have the new SuperSport S, absolutely superb bike for the road, keep up with anything unless it's long straights. 150mph top end, fast enough for anybody. A LOT less Ming Ming than my GSXR at 13,000 rpm
The V4 is a work of art and as you say, claimed easy to ride although I have not had the chance, yet
I like the look of the 959 and nearly bought one at one point, I also think the new V2 would be a cracking weekend thrash bike or the odd track day, lot less too £
I was thinking about buying either an NSR400 or an old supersport as a bit of a project bike for winter, for some reason I used to love the look of the SS, or even a 748S in red or yellow would do
I have the new SuperSport S, absolutely superb bike for the road, keep up with anything unless it's long straights. 150mph top end, fast enough for anybody. A LOT less Ming Ming than my GSXR at 13,000 rpm
The V4 is a work of art and as you say, claimed easy to ride although I have not had the chance, yet
I like the look of the 959 and nearly bought one at one point, I also think the new V2 would be a cracking weekend thrash bike or the odd track day, lot less too £
In reply to Post #296
V4s panigale is a licence loosing jail time beast on the road, same with all the litre plus sports bikes and the super nakeds are becoming the same. The enjoyment from any performance bike or car come from using its full potential but when you have a bike that only comes to life at way over the national speed limit the only place to really enjoy it is on track. Many of the professional road testers are saying the middleweight machines are now a lot more fun on the road.
V4s panigale is a licence loosing jail time beast on the road, same with all the litre plus sports bikes and the super nakeds are becoming the same. The enjoyment from any performance bike or car come from using its full potential but when you have a bike that only comes to life at way over the national speed limit the only place to really enjoy it is on track. Many of the professional road testers are saying the middleweight machines are now a lot more fun on the road.
In reply to Post #297
Fully agree mate, out and out full blown track weapons. If you look at the Aprillia RS660 this is the bike everybody is raving about at the moment, Yamaha will release and R7 soon, twin, and very similar by the sounds of it. Could be the death of full blow litre bikes sadly, technology has designed them out of the market
Still saying that, my 2018 plate Gixer was a joy to ride, VVT, would pull away at 30mph in 6th, no problem. Certainly couldn't pin the throttle. When the TT is back think I am going to have one last bike, Aprillia Tuono or the full blow RSV factory, best sounding engine in the world for me
Fully agree mate, out and out full blown track weapons. If you look at the Aprillia RS660 this is the bike everybody is raving about at the moment, Yamaha will release and R7 soon, twin, and very similar by the sounds of it. Could be the death of full blow litre bikes sadly, technology has designed them out of the market
Still saying that, my 2018 plate Gixer was a joy to ride, VVT, would pull away at 30mph in 6th, no problem. Certainly couldn't pin the throttle. When the TT is back think I am going to have one last bike, Aprillia Tuono or the full blow RSV factory, best sounding engine in the world for me
In reply to Post #298
I've owned most of the litre plus sports bikes including the rsv factory and won't have any more but I am tempted by the streetfighter v4s even thought the multistrada v4s would be better as I do a lot of touring but the valve recall is not what I wanted to hear on a 23k bike.
I've owned most of the litre plus sports bikes including the rsv factory and won't have any more but I am tempted by the streetfighter v4s even thought the multistrada v4s would be better as I do a lot of touring but the valve recall is not what I wanted to hear on a 23k bike.
In reply to Post #299
The naked litre bikes don't do much for me Goose. The Tuono will be based on a test ride if I get one. Mentioned a while ago, I took an S1000r out, was fancying one, lot of violence going on there! to the point I found it uncontrollable and dangerous at higher speeds with the wind blast, really unstable, saying that it was a struggle to keep weight on the front wheel! What was more surprising, my Gixer was just as comfortable, if there is such a thing with a sports bike. The S1000r had set back pegs and the position makes you sit forward, lot of weight on the wrists
Can't speak for the street fighter, hell of a bike though if you like that kind of thing. I guess the multistrada is a lot of a weapon too
Saying that, adventure bikes are definitely not my cup of tea
The naked litre bikes don't do much for me Goose. The Tuono will be based on a test ride if I get one. Mentioned a while ago, I took an S1000r out, was fancying one, lot of violence going on there! to the point I found it uncontrollable and dangerous at higher speeds with the wind blast, really unstable, saying that it was a struggle to keep weight on the front wheel! What was more surprising, my Gixer was just as comfortable, if there is such a thing with a sports bike. The S1000r had set back pegs and the position makes you sit forward, lot of weight on the wrists
Can't speak for the street fighter, hell of a bike though if you like that kind of thing. I guess the multistrada is a lot of a weapon too
Saying that, adventure bikes are definitely not my cup of tea
Hi All
It's gonna be this year that busts it, rear wheel or front wheel to start the braking. Both Suzuki's start front wheel, as do zarco and pecko.
Quateraro, Rossi, franky, dovi, Miller and pol are all rear wheel starts
The rear wheel brakes are the main complainants
Interesting, but I'm sure I'll get slagged
🤣.
Best
Jon
It's gonna be this year that busts it, rear wheel or front wheel to start the braking. Both Suzuki's start front wheel, as do zarco and pecko.
Quateraro, Rossi, franky, dovi, Miller and pol are all rear wheel starts
The rear wheel brakes are the main complainants
Interesting, but I'm sure I'll get slagged
🤣.
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #301
Hi Jon,
Brakes are everything
One of my favourite bikes ever, the Pepsi Suzuki of the late 80s and one of my favourite riders, Schwantz won many GPS that year and I once read an article in MCN and it said it was all down to the brakes, the Yamaha couldn't touch the Suzi!
I also read a book about moto GP riding styles, covered Pedrosa's and Hayden's factory Hondas and there were pictures of them side by side, a comparison. Pedrosa's rear brake disc was tiny in comparison to Haydens which was quite large. The late Hayden came from a motocross background and liked to use the rear brake to help turn / slide it into corners, immense
Who cares, exciting stuff, looks like the same but ain't
Watched a WSB race last year. J Rea, one of the greatest on the brakes around, in 6th gear on the straight flat out with the throttle pinned was knocking it down into 5th whilst on the gas and then hitting the brakes hard before easing off and trail braking the corner, unreal, bet the gearbox was scrapped regular lol
Hi Jon,
Brakes are everything
One of my favourite bikes ever, the Pepsi Suzuki of the late 80s and one of my favourite riders, Schwantz won many GPS that year and I once read an article in MCN and it said it was all down to the brakes, the Yamaha couldn't touch the Suzi!
I also read a book about moto GP riding styles, covered Pedrosa's and Hayden's factory Hondas and there were pictures of them side by side, a comparison. Pedrosa's rear brake disc was tiny in comparison to Haydens which was quite large. The late Hayden came from a motocross background and liked to use the rear brake to help turn / slide it into corners, immense
Who cares, exciting stuff, looks like the same but ain't
Watched a WSB race last year. J Rea, one of the greatest on the brakes around, in 6th gear on the straight flat out with the throttle pinned was knocking it down into 5th whilst on the gas and then hitting the brakes hard before easing off and trail braking the corner, unreal, bet the gearbox was scrapped regular lol
Hi All
Anyone like a bet?
We've got Jorge Martin at 30-1 To get on the podium this weekend and Mr Miller at 2.3 To win.
Total nuts, and the mrs just pipped up that the Remy Gardner odds are 2.2 for the win????
What are the UK odds looking like guys??
Best
Jon
Anyone like a bet?
We've got Jorge Martin at 30-1 To get on the podium this weekend and Mr Miller at 2.3 To win.
Total nuts, and the mrs just pipped up that the Remy Gardner odds are 2.2 for the win????
What are the UK odds looking like guys??
Best
Jon
Oh jeez,
The Mrs is trolling the betting sites,(non moto gp) but she just bagged Bottas to get a podium spot next week at 17-1
Sadly only $10 went down
Best
Jon
The Mrs is trolling the betting sites,(non moto gp) but she just bagged Bottas to get a podium spot next week at 17-1
Sadly only $10 went down
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #303
Hi Jon, for me
Not seen any odds as yet
Binder looks unstoppable in moto3
Sam Lowes in moto2
MV again based on his last performance, great ride that
JM 2-3 crikey
Watch him win now
Hi Jon, for me
Not seen any odds as yet
Binder looks unstoppable in moto3
Sam Lowes in moto2
MV again based on his last performance, great ride that
JM 2-3 crikey
Watch him win now
In reply to Post #304
Hope she wins!
The grand prix don't really interest me, the grand precession, whoever gets in front usually wins
You wanna see some crazy overtaking, handle bar touches, pulling others brake levers, high sides, low sides, the lot
2 wheels
Hope she wins!
The grand prix don't really interest me, the grand precession, whoever gets in front usually wins
You wanna see some crazy overtaking, handle bar touches, pulling others brake levers, high sides, low sides, the lot
2 wheels
In reply to Post #305
I think Zarco will be up there again, possible win if he gets out front and manages tires
I think Zarco will be up there again, possible win if he gets out front and manages tires
Wsbk shaping up nicely with little between the top four in practice.
In reply to Post #308
Rea tops out
Reading and Ducati second
And Gerlot 3rd, god I hate Americans lol
New blade is well down, not good for Honda, I guess they are pushing this, saying that I wonder what the sales will be like, 20k when you can buy a Gixer RR for 16k and most others are in the new blade price range!
Like the WSB, virtually something you can buy from a shop and ride on the road or track.Technology is now immense
Rea tops out
Reading and Ducati second
And Gerlot 3rd, god I hate Americans lol
New blade is well down, not good for Honda, I guess they are pushing this, saying that I wonder what the sales will be like, 20k when you can buy a Gixer RR for 16k and most others are in the new blade price range!
Like the WSB, virtually something you can buy from a shop and ride on the road or track.Technology is now immense
In reply to Post #307
He was fast last time out mate, don't think you could rule anybody out on a Ducati
He was fast last time out mate, don't think you could rule anybody out on a Ducati
In reply to Post #310
They look good again the bike is looking better in the corners
They look good again the bike is looking better in the corners
Free practice 2 top three ducati.
In reply to Post #312
Thought free practice 2 was Rea, Redding and Gerlott
Moto GP - Martin qualifies and runs it off track lol, Zarco 2nd and MV 3rd, Miller 4th and FQ 5th. Hopefully a competitive race
Hope Yamaha win, Mir 9th, some work to do there.
Think it was Zarco or one of the Ducati's, 15mph faster down the straight than Mir, yep, 15mph faster
Thought free practice 2 was Rea, Redding and Gerlott
Moto GP - Martin qualifies and runs it off track lol, Zarco 2nd and MV 3rd, Miller 4th and FQ 5th. Hopefully a competitive race
Hope Yamaha win, Mir 9th, some work to do there.
Think it was Zarco or one of the Ducati's, 15mph faster down the straight than Mir, yep, 15mph faster
In reply to Post #313
Sorry moto gp, looks like MM will be out for the season.
Sorry moto gp, looks like MM will be out for the season.
In reply to Post #314
looks like MM will be out for the season.
Really, not seen that
looks like MM will be out for the season.
Really, not seen that
In reply to Post #315
Read it yesterday but it's been taken down, was on crash net.
Read it yesterday but it's been taken down, was on crash net.
Great race unless you work for hrc.
In reply to Post #317
I bet they are missing rat boy
Great win for FQ
Just can't help feeling the Ducati's hold everybody else up and then blow em away on the straights. At one point FQ was 0.5 seconds quicker a lap. Shame for MV, couldn't get passed them. Thing things will change now in the European rounds
I bet they are missing rat boy
Great win for FQ
Just can't help feeling the Ducati's hold everybody else up and then blow em away on the straights. At one point FQ was 0.5 seconds quicker a lap. Shame for MV, couldn't get passed them. Thing things will change now in the European rounds
The Moto 3 win was one of the best I have seen in all classes, I was on the edge of my seat
In reply to Post #319
Was a good bit of racing that mate, slip streams and maintaining corner speed
Was a good bit of racing that mate, slip streams and maintaining corner speed
Hi All
I do really love a bit of secret squirrel smothered in secret sauce.
From a decent source, Mr Marquez apparently had his medical yesterday (Friday) and has been advised NOT to race Portamao.
His official "Honda" medical is on Monday the 12th. Really looking forward to how this one pan's out
I bet he's on the grid though👍
Best
Jon
I do really love a bit of secret squirrel smothered in secret sauce.
From a decent source, Mr Marquez apparently had his medical yesterday (Friday) and has been advised NOT to race Portamao.
His official "Honda" medical is on Monday the 12th. Really looking forward to how this one pan's out
I bet he's on the grid though👍
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #321
He posted on twitter yesterday that he was passed fit to ride
He posted on twitter yesterday that he was passed fit to ride
In reply to Post #322
He will probably win
****
He will probably win
****
In reply to Post #323
I am not sure if he will comeback the same rider. It will have to be in the back of his mind that if he comes off and does his arm again then that could be the end of career. I know riders have injures but I think he made a massive mistake rushing things and breaking it again before it was fixed. I think it's the mental side of things that Rossi has lost
I am not sure if he will comeback the same rider. It will have to be in the back of his mind that if he comes off and does his arm again then that could be the end of career. I know riders have injures but I think he made a massive mistake rushing things and breaking it again before it was fixed. I think it's the mental side of things that Rossi has lost
In reply to Post #324
He was never supposed to be the same rider after the moto 2 crash that nearly blinded him. Jokes aside, immense, the only thing that Honda are missing is MM
He was never supposed to be the same rider after the moto 2 crash that nearly blinded him. Jokes aside, immense, the only thing that Honda are missing is MM
In reply to Post #325
He obviously has been watching all the practice, qualifying and racing and be itching to get back in the thick of it but only he himself knows from his training exactly how fit he is and what he is capable of. Love or loath him I can't wait to see him back on the grid and I bet a few riders want to see him there as well as winning without him in the mix will always have people saying ah yeah but you didn't beat. MM.
He obviously has been watching all the practice, qualifying and racing and be itching to get back in the thick of it but only he himself knows from his training exactly how fit he is and what he is capable of. Love or loath him I can't wait to see him back on the grid and I bet a few riders want to see him there as well as winning without him in the mix will always have people saying ah yeah but you didn't beat. MM.
Hi All
I'm not a fan of MM personality wise, I just can't seem to relate to him at all, but do love watching him ride.
Whatever happens this weekend, whether he does ride or not (I think we'll find out most info in FP2)
I think I have to give him some respect though for planning his return at Portamao, so many of the riders say it's the most physically demanding track on the calendar
Credit where credit is due
Best
Jon
I'm not a fan of MM personality wise, I just can't seem to relate to him at all, but do love watching him ride.
Whatever happens this weekend, whether he does ride or not (I think we'll find out most info in FP2)
I think I have to give him some respect though for planning his return at Portamao, so many of the riders say it's the most physically demanding track on the calendar
Credit where credit is due
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #327
Back and saving like he's not been away bar starting 6th tomorrow.
Back and saving like he's not been away bar starting 6th tomorrow.
In reply to Post #328
You just know he is going to be up there!
You just know he is going to be up there!
In reply to Post #329
I think MM will be outside the top 10 just based on getting tired near the end but it won't be long before he is on the podium again
I think MM will be outside the top 10 just based on getting tired near the end but it won't be long before he is on the podium again
In reply to Post #330
I hope so mate
Give everybody else a chance to get some points!
I hope so mate
Give everybody else a chance to get some points!
Hi All
Only one Rossi and all that........
Acosta, what a talent and great to watch at only 16!!!
(New legend in the making???)
Best
Jon
Only one Rossi and all that........
Acosta, what a talent and great to watch at only 16!!!
(New legend in the making???)
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #332
Ducati one two.
Ducati one two.
In reply to Post #333
was a good race, shame about fq s arm pump...also that young lad Pedro in Moto 3 is looking like his going to be something special..
was a good race, shame about fq s arm pump...also that young lad Pedro in Moto 3 is looking like his going to be something special..
In reply to Post #334
Think VR made a mistake continuing when an injured MM has only been back for two races and is ahead of him already in the standings.
Think VR made a mistake continuing when an injured MM has only been back for two races and is ahead of him already in the standings.
In reply to Post #334
FQ had it in the bag ffs
Good news, rat boy is well off the pace and I guess that is down to a lack of pre season testing, I expect him to come good, the dirty rat!
Rins, ffs, how many crash outs, on the edge all the time, another Zarco
FQ had it in the bag ffs
Good news, rat boy is well off the pace and I guess that is down to a lack of pre season testing, I expect him to come good, the dirty rat!
Rins, ffs, how many crash outs, on the edge all the time, another Zarco
In reply to Post #335
Agree about VR not great to see when his team mate is so far ahead on a older bike.
Agree about VR not great to see when his team mate is so far ahead on a older bike.
In reply to Post #335
im a big Rossi fan but have to agree his not doing very good. I personally think last season nearly getting his head chopped off has done his confidence in. I give him till the end of this season then he will hang his leathers up. I'm just hoping all this covid shyte gets over and done with and I can get a seat in San Marino this year again.
im a big Rossi fan but have to agree his not doing very good. I personally think last season nearly getting his head chopped off has done his confidence in. I give him till the end of this season then he will hang his leathers up. I'm just hoping all this covid shyte gets over and done with and I can get a seat in San Marino this year again.
In reply to Post #338
After that near miss I would have thought that was it too, unreal that
After that near miss I would have thought that was it too, unreal that
In reply to Post #339
only had to see his reaction coming into the pits after the red flag to see he thought fook that..
only had to see his reaction coming into the pits after the red flag to see he thought fook that..
In reply to Post #340
Scary that one, you don't walk away from those usually
Think he is saying he has chassis problems with the Petronas, needs to have a chat with FM.
Sad to say, hope,I'm wrong, could have just faded away, hope im wrong...
Scary that one, you don't walk away from those usually
Think he is saying he has chassis problems with the Petronas, needs to have a chat with FM.
Sad to say, hope,I'm wrong, could have just faded away, hope im wrong...
In reply to Post #341
Great race and win, if that duke could get round corners it would be unstoppable even if MM was race fit, bit of rain and dossi got in top ten.
Great race and win, if that duke could get round corners it would be unstoppable even if MM was race fit, bit of rain and dossi got in top ten.
In reply to Post #342
Weather dictated, straight line speed was probably the key. Rat boy ditched it twice, on the edge as ever!
Good result for JM that
Weather dictated, straight line speed was probably the key. Rat boy ditched it twice, on the edge as ever!
Good result for JM that
In reply to Post #343
See rossi's vr46 team are going ducati and will be an official ducati satilite team next season.
See rossi's vr46 team are going ducati and will be an official ducati satilite team next season.
In reply to Post #344
Congratulations JR 100 wsbk wins.
Congratulations JR 100 wsbk wins.
In reply to Post #345
Been fishing. Recorded it
Ending the last season on 99 lol, 100 wins, unreal
Looking good for another
Been fishing. Recorded it
Ending the last season on 99 lol, 100 wins, unreal
Looking good for another
In reply to Post #346
Can't remember the last time I routed for two riders, on one hand I want Jr to make make seven titles but would love to see Sr take the title.
Can't remember the last time I routed for two riders, on one hand I want Jr to make make seven titles but would love to see Sr take the title.
In reply to Post #347
Brits
**** the rest
Brits
**** the rest
In reply to Post #348
Scott does race two nearly 10 seconds ahead of jr.
Scott does race two nearly 10 seconds ahead of jr.
In reply to Post #349
Took a gamble and went for slicks, everybody else on intermediates otherwise he would.have been 10 seconds behind JR
BMW looking good!
Took a gamble and went for slicks, everybody else on intermediates otherwise he would.have been 10 seconds behind JR
BMW looking good!
In reply to Post #350
What's the excuse today then? Scott wins first race with Jr third.
What's the excuse today then? Scott wins first race with Jr third.
In reply to Post #351
Did you watch it?
Tyres selection again
The Ducati has the straight line speed
Historically JR worst circuit Estoril, plus he went with the safest option (points). Same compounds all round tomorrow for the sprint race should be a cracker
JR, SR, Toprak, Alex lowes all have a good chance as does Gerlot, the yank, reckless of the highest level, dangerous he is for me
Reckon Toprak could be going to MotoGP, hope so, hell of a rider!
Did you watch it?
Tyres selection again
The Ducati has the straight line speed
Historically JR worst circuit Estoril, plus he went with the safest option (points). Same compounds all round tomorrow for the sprint race should be a cracker
JR, SR, Toprak, Alex lowes all have a good chance as does Gerlot, the yank, reckless of the highest level, dangerous he is for me
Reckon Toprak could be going to MotoGP, hope so, hell of a rider!
In reply to Post #352
Would have gone if not for covid, santander ferry and ride the pico's on way back.
Would have gone if not for covid, santander ferry and ride the pico's on way back.
In reply to Post #353
Nice one
MotoGP, FQ what a rider, if he hangs off the bike anymore he will have both feet on the same peg lol
Rins, ditched it 4 out of 4 now, fast but not the performance of a star ffs
Rat boys dirty trick backfires, crazy
What about the arse end shunt, luckily he walked
Aside to that if FQ and the Yamaha was not up there you would say MV did not have the bike, him and Rossi, gone? Shows where FQ is for me, superb!
WSB. Jonathon Rea take the superpole win and the race 2 win.
Toprak second, brilliant to watch, what a rider
Nice one
MotoGP, FQ what a rider, if he hangs off the bike anymore he will have both feet on the same peg lol
Rins, ditched it 4 out of 4 now, fast but not the performance of a star ffs
Rat boys dirty trick backfires, crazy
What about the arse end shunt, luckily he walked
Aside to that if FQ and the Yamaha was not up there you would say MV did not have the bike, him and Rossi, gone? Shows where FQ is for me, superb!
WSB. Jonathon Rea take the superpole win and the race 2 win.
Toprak second, brilliant to watch, what a rider
I couldn't really get into. my usual enthusiasm about this weekends race after seeing the young lads crash in Moto 3 qualifying. R.I.P Jason....
In reply to Post #354
Honestly think ratboy has come back to soon and not 100% fit, despite what honda may say they wanted him back ASAP. Fabio is awesome. JR I almost expect to win every race having been on that bike and winning for so long I'm routing for Scott to put him under pressure as much as possible.
Honestly think ratboy has come back to soon and not 100% fit, despite what honda may say they wanted him back ASAP. Fabio is awesome. JR I almost expect to win every race having been on that bike and winning for so long I'm routing for Scott to put him under pressure as much as possible.
In reply to Post #356
I think Honda have missed MM for the pre-season testing myself mate, ditched it, so desperate!
Good news FQ looks like the man so some good competition. Hopefully gets a good lead before Honda solve the puzzle!
Not a big Redding fan myself, like a big kid last year throwing stuff around and in tears, plus he rides the Ducati, soooò much straight line speed
New bike for JR this year
I think Honda have missed MM for the pre-season testing myself mate, ditched it, so desperate!
Good news FQ looks like the man so some good competition. Hopefully gets a good lead before Honda solve the puzzle!
Not a big Redding fan myself, like a big kid last year throwing stuff around and in tears, plus he rides the Ducati, soooò much straight line speed
New bike for JR this year
In reply to Post #355
Didn't see that, sad
Didn't see that, sad
Just got in from fishing. Moto GP on with 17 laps to go and rat boy goes down again
That Honda is not competitive at the moment!
Also, cannot believe they let FQ carry on with his leathers wide open for over 2 laps, bare chested, no armour and reaching speeds over 200mph, that is mental
Feel for Mir on the Suzuki, well down on straight line speed
Great win for MO that
That Honda is not competitive at the moment!
Also, cannot believe they let FQ carry on with his leathers wide open for over 2 laps, bare chested, no armour and reaching speeds over 200mph, that is mental
Feel for Mir on the Suzuki, well down on straight line speed
Great win for MO that
In reply to Post #359
Air bag fault so ditched chest armour or so the story goes. Funny someone on here said last season the Honda was by far the best bike but now suddenly its not competitive. Last year only one rider could ride it but ended up injured and still isn't fit enough to ride it.
Air bag fault so ditched chest armour or so the story goes. Funny someone on here said last season the Honda was by far the best bike but now suddenly its not competitive. Last year only one rider could ride it but ended up injured and still isn't fit enough to ride it.
In reply to Post #360
That was me
I seriously think the lack of preseason testing is the problem that's why I expect him to get stronger as it moves along, top rider MM but I hope FQ takes the title this year
Saw him bin the chest armour, crazy!
That was me
I seriously think the lack of preseason testing is the problem that's why I expect him to get stronger as it moves along, top rider MM but I hope FQ takes the title this year
Saw him bin the chest armour, crazy!
FQ should of got penalised for lobbing that chest protector aswell. could imagine that doing some damage if hit another riders face guard.
Anybody watch Johnny Rea's save in WSB race 1 yesterday
What a rider
What a rider
In reply to Post #363
Seen it, good save, bring on race 2.
Seen it, good save, bring on race 2.
Zarco takes pole.
In reply to Post #365
Just about to watch it
Just about to watch it
In reply to Post #366
MM does it, cheerio VR time to pack it in was a long time ago.
MM does it, cheerio VR time to pack it in was a long time ago.
In reply to Post #367
Great ride that from MM
MO putting it together on the KTM again, thought he was going to catch him!
FQ third
Great ride that from MM
MO putting it together on the KTM again, thought he was going to catch him!
FQ third
In reply to Post #368
MM was bound to do well, one of his best tracks, expected a podium but not the win, the layout made it easier on his injury must admit I'm surprised by ktm as the road bikes perform but reliability isn't great and expected them to fall apart.
MM was bound to do well, one of his best tracks, expected a podium but not the win, the layout made it easier on his injury must admit I'm surprised by ktm as the road bikes perform but reliability isn't great and expected them to fall apart.
In reply to Post #369
Watched the post race interview. MM, when it rained on the 4th lap I knew I would win!
And as for crap riders or riders past their best. If MV was Yamahas top man everybody would be writing the bike off, he's gone ffs!!!
Great ride for AE and Aprillia too, nice bike that
Watched the post race interview. MM, when it rained on the 4th lap I knew I would win!
And as for crap riders or riders past their best. If MV was Yamahas top man everybody would be writing the bike off, he's gone ffs!!!
Great ride for AE and Aprillia too, nice bike that
In reply to Post #367
vr is going end of this year. lets hope his team on the ducatis spank hrc..
vr is going end of this year. lets hope his team on the ducatis spank hrc..
In reply to Post #371
MM has another year before he is 100% fit according to his physio, don't know if true but read he offered to give his 25m dollar salary for last year back to hrc after his crash.
MM has another year before he is 100% fit according to his physio, don't know if true but read he offered to give his 25m dollar salary for last year back to hrc after his crash.
In reply to Post #372
They commented on that wage suggestion in the post race. I'm still surprised he won that race, yes the track favoured his better shoulder but I still thought it'd take him a bit longer. The thought of it becomming a 1 rider championship again, sooner rather than later Having siad that he's thrown it down the road a few times and it wouldn't surpise me if he does it again...with consequences for his injury.
They commented on that wage suggestion in the post race. I'm still surprised he won that race, yes the track favoured his better shoulder but I still thought it'd take him a bit longer. The thought of it becomming a 1 rider championship again, sooner rather than later
Having siad that he's thrown it down the road a few times and it wouldn't surpise me if he does it again...with consequences for his injury.
In reply to Post #373
Can't see it becoming a one rider championship again for a very long time if at all.
See team Vr46 has signed a three year deal with ducati even with yamaha offering a special rate, all he nedds now is to make up with Burgess and get him on board.
Can't see it becoming a one rider championship again for a very long time if at all.
See team Vr46 has signed a three year deal with ducati even with yamaha offering a special rate, all he nedds now is to make up with Burgess and get him on board.
In reply to Post #373
The thought of it becomming a 1 rider championship again
Similar to me, I'm enjoying the mix up at the moment
Think his record on the track helped him there and he broke quick and lead in typical rat boy fashion. Think he has ditched it 3 times already though, that tells me he is pushing to the absolute limit. Dirty little trick on FQ at the start too, I hope somebody ruffs the rat up
Respect though, he can do amazing things on a motorcycle, great rider, and I'm sure HRC will give him a great bike. Only good news, at the moment it seems like quite a few who can win
The thought of it becomming a 1 rider championship again
Similar to me, I'm enjoying the mix up at the moment
Think his record on the track helped him there and he broke quick and lead in typical rat boy fashion. Think he has ditched it 3 times already though, that tells me he is pushing to the absolute limit. Dirty little trick on FQ at the start too, I hope somebody ruffs the rat up
Respect though, he can do amazing things on a motorcycle, great rider, and I'm sure HRC will give him a great bike. Only good news, at the moment it seems like quite a few who can win
In reply to Post #374
Hmm not sure on the 1st one, I hope your right.
If Vr46 get Burgess and can get the Duc to turn better than the factory bikes they may do very well.
@ scozza I hope somebody ruffs the rat up
Hmm not sure on the 1st one, I hope your right.
If Vr46 get Burgess and can get the Duc to turn better than the factory bikes they may do very well.
@ scozza I hope somebody ruffs the rat up
In reply to Post #376
Burgess is the masia, biggest mistake of rossi's career parting company with him.
Burgess is the masia, biggest mistake of rossi's career parting company with him.
In reply to Post #377
yes I have to agree, dropping burgess was a big mistake.....massive high side for mm93 in fp2...
yes I have to agree, dropping burgess was a big mistake.....massive high side for mm93 in fp2...
In reply to Post #376
We don't want any Ducati's winning, like cheating
Saying that, just upgraded mine
Would love to see Yamaha and FQ win myself
We don't want any Ducati's winning, like cheating
Saying that, just upgraded mine
Would love to see Yamaha and FQ win myself
In reply to Post #378
Nasty one that, good news is he walked off. Hope he has not damaged himself
Nasty one that, good news is he walked off. Hope he has not damaged himself
In reply to Post #379
Why cheating? They all have to conform to the rules. Ducati have produced some incredible bikes and still do.
Why cheating? They all have to conform to the rules. Ducati have produced some incredible bikes and still do.
In reply to Post #381
https://fb.watch/6m1MtOfF-Z/
https://fb.watch/6m1MtOfF-Z/
In reply to Post #381
Don't dispute that. The straight line speed is ridiculous compared to others, bit on an unfair advantage for me, saying that they lack in corners due to the geometry but like you say, they are approved. WSB and Batista he was making up to 12 bike lengths on the straights a couple of years ago, times that by 25 laps
Wins down to riders skills?
That's why I was never a big Fogerty fan, always though he had a distinct competitive advantage. Saying that, I was at Donnington MotoGP around 92 when he had a wild card ride, and ditched it, not at the races
Don't dispute that. The straight line speed is ridiculous compared to others, bit on an unfair advantage for me, saying that they lack in corners due to the geometry but like you say, they are approved. WSB and Batista he was making up to 12 bike lengths on the straights a couple of years ago, times that by 25 laps
Wins down to riders skills?
That's why I was never a big Fogerty fan, always though he had a distinct competitive advantage. Saying that, I was at Donnington MotoGP around 92 when he had a wild card ride, and ditched it, not at the races
In reply to Post #383
Always said it ain't what it does its the way it does it, the 916 Road bike was 20/30 hp down on the then jap sports bikes was was still quicker on the road.
Always said it ain't what it does its the way it does it, the 916 Road bike was 20/30 hp down on the then jap sports bikes was was still quicker on the road.
In reply to Post #384
Amazing torque
Amazing torque
In reply to Post #385
Feels gutless by todays standards though.
#multistrada v4s
Feels gutless by todays standards though.
#multistrada v4s
In reply to Post #386
multistrada v4s
Don't do much for me adventure bikes. The V4 is amazing. The prices are ridiculous though, the death of the litre bikes, all pushing 20k
RS 660 and R7 twins for all for 10k plus!
Saying that, for the road, perfect power, just love litre bikes
multistrada v4s
Don't do much for me adventure bikes. The V4 is amazing. The prices are ridiculous though, the death of the litre bikes, all pushing 20k
RS 660 and R7 twins for all for 10k plus!
Saying that, for the road, perfect power, just love litre bikes
In reply to Post #387
Multi v4s, all day comfort, faster than a sports bike on our crap roads, litre sports bikes are track focused and exhausting to ride on road.
Multi v4s, all day comfort, faster than a sports bike on our crap roads, litre sports bikes are track focused and exhausting to ride on road.
In reply to Post #388
Agree on the comfort. As for faster, that's all down to the rider!
I ride a lot in the Peak District and North Yorkshire moors, proper twistys and a good mix of roads. I would put a good rider on an MT09 against anything up to 100mph. Adventure bikes are too big and need too much road space, sports bikes are uncomfortable but with right set up, which is everything, are fast.
Agree on the comfort. As for faster, that's all down to the rider!
I ride a lot in the Peak District and North Yorkshire moors, proper twistys and a good mix of roads. I would put a good rider on an MT09 against anything up to 100mph. Adventure bikes are too big and need too much road space, sports bikes are uncomfortable but with right set up, which is everything, are fast.
Moto2, Sam Lowes, hoping he was going to win, 4th, don't know what was happening with the shoulder glance when Gardner passed him, like he was happy with third!
Great ride by Fernandez. Title looking like it's Gardner's
There's some completion for MotoGP rides in the next couple of years that's for sure
Great ride by Fernandez. Title looking like it's Gardner's
There's some completion for MotoGP rides in the next couple of years that's for sure
Solid race for FQ, still wishing Taka could get a podium, needs to be able to deal with knocks.
In reply to Post #391
Echo that, dominant performance for the lad
Yamaha one two and Mir takes third!
MV second with another crap start and then took ages to pass. Sounds like he is off to Aprillia, I bet Yamaha can't wait
Echo that, dominant performance for the lad
Yamaha one two and Mir takes third!
MV second with another crap start and then took ages to pass. Sounds like he is off to Aprillia, I bet Yamaha can't wait
In reply to Post #392
Yeah, like the commentators said, very odd re MV, didn't one say he was happy to cancel his contract and forego his wages? Must be bad in the garage, dont think FQ is short of a bit of ego.
Sad to say this, I think VR should give up his ride, let a youngster have a go for the rest of the season, needs putting out of his misery if he won't do it himself.
Yeah, like the commentators said, very odd re MV, didn't one say he was happy to cancel his contract and forego his wages? Must be bad in the garage, dont think FQ is short of a bit of ego.
Sad to say this, I think VR should give up his ride, let a youngster have a go for the rest of the season, needs putting out of his misery if he won't do it himself.
In reply to Post #389
You obviously haven't tried a modern adventure bike, I've riden in Yorkshire, Northumberland, Peak District, Wales and Scotland on tight twisty roads and the tall riding position, active suspension suit them perfectly. Several professional road testers have said they couldn't ride a sports bike as fast as the multistrada v4s or ktm super adventure on uk roads.
Good racing this weekend, anyone going to be at Donnington?
You obviously haven't tried a modern adventure bike, I've riden in Yorkshire, Northumberland, Peak District, Wales and Scotland on tight twisty roads and the tall riding position, active suspension suit them perfectly. Several professional road testers have said they couldn't ride a sports bike as fast as the multistrada v4s or ktm super adventure on uk roads.
Good racing this weekend, anyone going to be at Donnington?
In reply to Post #393
MV looks pissed off but at the end of the day he has a factory bike same as FQ and he needs to get it performing, he is not for me
I hopeToprak from WSB gets the ride next year, I would love to see that.!
I agree, I thin Rossi has done sadly, well off race pace as he searches for one more win, cannot see that happening!
MV looks pissed off but at the end of the day he has a factory bike same as FQ and he needs to get it performing, he is not for me
I hopeToprak from WSB gets the ride next year, I would love to see that.!
I agree, I thin Rossi has done sadly, well off race pace as he searches for one more win, cannot see that happening!
In reply to Post #394
anyone going to be at Donnington?
Can't get tickets, guessing a lot of people have them from last year.
As for adventure bikes, I have rode an Africa twin, mate has a shop and a GS, if was looking at an s1000r and a 1250RS and the BMW dealer also persuaded me to test the GS, not for me. Ultimately it's about who is riding them. I don't see many racing them at the TT
anyone going to be at Donnington?
Can't get tickets, guessing a lot of people have them from last year.
As for adventure bikes, I have rode an Africa twin, mate has a shop and a GS, if was looking at an s1000r and a 1250RS and the BMW dealer also persuaded me to test the GS, not for me. Ultimately it's about who is riding them. I don't see many racing them at the TT
In reply to Post #396
TT closed cercuit that sports bikes need both sides of the road and riders that have ridden it and know every corner, totally different from normal road riding. Most bikers are killed local to their home on roads they think they know.
TT closed cercuit that sports bikes need both sides of the road and riders that have ridden it and know every corner, totally different from normal road riding. Most bikers are killed local to their home on roads they think they know.
In reply to Post #396
Limited spectator numbers at bike racing but bat as most major sport event a third of tickets are vip allocated.
Limited spectator numbers at bike racing but bat as most major sport event a third of tickets are vip allocated.
In reply to Post #398
Tried all options, nothing
Tried all options, nothing
In reply to Post #399
JR race 2 whoops.
JR race 2 whoops.
In reply to Post #400
Saw it mate
Toprak, some rider that boy!
Race 1, think he started from around 13th and won, mental
Would love to see him in MotoGP, just signed another 2 year WSB contract, says he is happy there!
Saw it mate
Toprak, some rider that boy!
Race 1, think he started from around 13th and won, mental
Would love to see him in MotoGP, just signed another 2 year WSB contract, says he is happy there!
In reply to Post #401
The road to moto gp is moto 3 and 2 though.
The road to moto gp is moto 3 and 2 though.
In reply to Post #402
He was offered a ride, FM and they say a place in the factoryYamaha team, the replacement for MV
Whatch his pit lane endos, crazy, same on the brakes, last of the late brakers, rear wheel about 20mm off the ground constantly controlled by the front brake at stupid mph
Incredible rider, maybe Yamaha for life?
He was offered a ride, FM and they say a place in the factoryYamaha team, the replacement for MV
Whatch his pit lane endos, crazy, same on the brakes, last of the late brakers, rear wheel about 20mm off the ground constantly controlled by the front brake at stupid mph
Incredible rider, maybe Yamaha for life?
In reply to Post #403
Few have made that switch and fewer still successfully, be nice to see him try all the same.
Few have made that switch and fewer still successfully, be nice to see him try all the same.
In reply to Post #405
MM over a second a lap faster, yes a lighter more powerful bike but also 10 times harder to ride hence why so few are successful. Also worth bearing in mind that lap time would put JR last in a full race.
MM over a second a lap faster, yes a lighter more powerful bike but also 10 times harder to ride hence why so few are successful. Also worth bearing in mind that lap time would put JR last in a full race.
In reply to Post #406
Like Colin Edwards once said, if somebody said a MotoGP bike would be faster with encrusted diamonds on it, it would be covered in them, he also referred to a WSB as riding round in an armchair at the time in comparison
Few million quid gets you a few tenths of a second
Technology has moved on miles, pretty amazing when you can buy an R1 straight from the shop and it's around 5 seconds slower round a track than a WSB who's suspension costs more than the R1
Like Colin Edwards once said, if somebody said a MotoGP bike would be faster with encrusted diamonds on it, it would be covered in them, he also referred to a WSB as riding round in an armchair at the time in comparison
Few million quid gets you a few tenths of a second
Technology has moved on miles, pretty amazing when you can buy an R1 straight from the shop and it's around 5 seconds slower round a track than a WSB who's suspension costs more than the R1
In reply to Post #407
Five seconds a lap with the same talented rider, most Sunday sports bike riders would be lapped by a wsbk rider on like for like bikes in half a dozen laps.
Five seconds a lap with the same talented rider, most Sunday sports bike riders would be lapped by a wsbk rider on like for like bikes in half a dozen laps.
In reply to Post #408
It's not about the nut on the bike it's the nut between the ears that matters
It's not about the nut on the bike it's the nut between the ears that matters
Rossi has announced his retirement I see
In reply to Post #410
I think it's overdue tbh, though can't blame him for delaying the inevitable.
Very sad to see the death of Hugo Millan a couple of weeks back.
Can't wait for the next race, seems like its been a age !
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I think it's overdue tbh, though can't blame him for delaying the inevitable.
Very sad to see the death of Hugo Millan a couple of weeks back.
Can't wait for the next race, seems like its been a age !
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In reply to Post #410
As well as age I think the Styrian GP last year finished him off, one very, very, very lucky man that day
One lucky, lucky, lucky man
Same as mentioned, seems like an age since the last race
As well as age I think the Styrian GP last year finished him off, one very, very, very lucky man that day
One lucky, lucky, lucky man
Same as mentioned, seems like an age since the last race
In reply to Post #412
Hi Chris
They've just shown the corner where that crash happened and the fencing they've put up because of that crash, on first glance that does not look safe at all
Best
Jon
Hi Chris
They've just shown the corner where that crash happened and the fencing they've put up because of that crash, on first glance that does not look safe at all
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #413
Flat out straight that Jon, nothing prior to that crash, since then they have had the large air bags in place. A fence can never be right, will have to have a look at that!
Track design that
Flat out straight that Jon, nothing prior to that crash, since then they have had the large air bags in place. A fence can never be right, will have to have a look at that!
Track design that
In reply to Post #414
Hi Chris,
They've just shown it from another camera angle and it looks like they may have air bags or tyres in front of the fence. I'm not a rider, but the positioning of it just looks dangerous
Best
Jon
Hi Chris,
They've just shown it from another camera angle and it looks like they may have air bags or tyres in front of the fence. I'm not a rider, but the positioning of it just looks dangerous
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #415
Still not seen a picture of it yet!
On another note, Suzi Perry in a nice little short dress looks hot
Still not seen a picture of it yet!
On another note, Suzi Perry in a nice little short dress looks hot
In reply to Post #415
That corner again! race red flagged ,lucky one that
That corner again! race red flagged ,lucky one that
In reply to Post #417
Hi Chris,
Savadori has said he did not see the pedrosa incident and knew nothing about it until he hit pedrosa's bike.
I'm pretty sure those airbags and that fence blocked his eyesight.
Congrats to Jorge though
As for Rat boy, if he keeps riding like that either he or another rider will get seriously hurt
Let's see what happens next weekend.
Best
Jon
Hi Chris,
Savadori has said he did not see the pedrosa incident and knew nothing about it until he hit pedrosa's bike.
I'm pretty sure those airbags and that fence blocked his eyesight.
Congrats to Jorge though
As for Rat boy, if he keeps riding like that either he or another rider will get seriously hurt
Let's see what happens next weekend.
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #418
Spot on Jon. Rat boy up to his old tricks again, very dangerous
Great win, another in the mix, felt for Mir, that Suzuki lacks straight line speed, he should have won that last year prior to the restart, good points though and the young lad was third
Strange one the fence, guess it's to catch flying bikes in a similar scenario to last year, can't be good enough if somebody runs off into it though, and like you say, today it has created a blind spot after the corner
Good bit of racing though and Miler crashes out again!
Spot on Jon. Rat boy up to his old tricks again, very dangerous
Great win, another in the mix, felt for Mir, that Suzuki lacks straight line speed, he should have won that last year prior to the restart, good points though and the young lad was third
Strange one the fence, guess it's to catch flying bikes in a similar scenario to last year, can't be good enough if somebody runs off into it though, and like you say, today it has created a blind spot after the corner
Good bit of racing though and Miler crashes out again!
In reply to Post #419
Oh please don't you start on Miller....
They're all saying down here his front end washed out on a tear off and without that he would have won.
Absolute toffee!!
Best
Jon
Oh please don't you start on Miller....
They're all saying down here his front end washed out on a tear off and without that he would have won.
Absolute toffee!!
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #420
Really
Nice to see an Aussie in the mix, instead of the Italians and Spanish. Also Olivero
You must be pleased with Remy G, a future GP star like his dad?
Really
Nice to see an Aussie in the mix, instead of the Italians and Spanish. Also Olivero
You must be pleased with Remy G, a future GP star like his dad?
In reply to Post #421
Hi Chris
No I'm as English as it gets, my uncle used to drive f2 for lotus and I've loved the bikes for ages.
Love the best riders not the bikes though Fogarty, Pedrosa, stoner, HA! Gardner as well.
Loving Acosta (a new Rossi maybe?) Sounds real wierd to say that.
So many young guns though, deffinately the start of a new generation we are seeing and I think it's great.
(if we could please let zarco win the championship this year things would be perfect, he may be French, but he's nuts and I love watching him ride)
Best
Jon
Hi Chris
No I'm as English as it gets, my uncle used to drive f2 for lotus and I've loved the bikes for ages.
Love the best riders not the bikes though Fogarty, Pedrosa, stoner, HA! Gardner as well.
Loving Acosta (a new Rossi maybe?) Sounds real wierd to say that.
So many young guns though, deffinately the start of a new generation we are seeing and I think it's great.
(if we could please let zarco win the championship this year things would be perfect, he may be French, but he's nuts and I love watching him ride)
Best
Jon
Sad to see rossi doing worse than last seasons middle field running. MM came back to soon and is not fully fit putting himself and other riders in danger. Nice to see a mix of manufacturers in the running. Suzuki may be lacking straight line speed but it's better in the corners than both ducati and yamaha.
In reply to Post #423
Hi Glen,
Sorry I got caught up in some other stuff, but your point on the susuki's.
That hole shot or whatever it's called was a big game changer.
I'm still not sure Rins can go back to back though
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Jon
Hi Glen,
Sorry I got caught up in some other stuff, but your point on the susuki's.
That hole shot or whatever it's called was a big game changer.
I'm still not sure Rins can go back to back though
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #422
Brilliant Jon, all about the talent
Love watching bike racing
Brilliant Jon, all about the talent
Love watching bike racing
In case people haven't seen this a short clip of the must watch full version.
https://youtu.be/MiYIS7fL3Wc
https://youtu.be/MiYIS7fL3Wc
Well, what a cracking restart, really enjoyed that one. I didn't watch the practice, where the hell has Martin come from? As for that new but of magicry they've put on the Suzuki it would appear it's more than capable of keeping pace with the Ducs now but better in the corners, will be interesting to see it on a longer straight. Tbh, I was a bit surprised how the Suzi started losing time toward the end I would have thought the Ducs tyres would have given it more trouble in comparison.
The montage to Rossi at the beginning was ab brill 😀
The montage to Rossi at the beginning was ab brill 😀
In reply to Post #427
I'm surprised manufacturers are still putting money into engine development with the future being electric.
I'm surprised manufacturers are still putting money into engine development with the future being electric.
In reply to Post #428
I can't see asian markets going electric for a very long time so I think small cc bikes, scooters/mopeds etc will be fine, and in my heart I hope big cc bikes will get a new lease of life over there, not sure that will happen though.
I can't see asian markets going electric for a very long time so I think small cc bikes, scooters/mopeds etc will be fine, and in my heart I hope big cc bikes will get a new lease of life over there, not sure that will happen though.
In reply to Post #429
Asia already has a growing electric bike market.
Asia already has a growing electric bike market.
In reply to Post #430
I would imagine the electric market is growing everywhere but I can't see them dominating over petrol in my life time in Asia. I can't remember ever seeing a electric scooter in Thailand, probably are some in the wealthier areas of Bangkok though.
I would imagine the electric market is growing everywhere but I can't see them dominating over petrol in my life time in Asia. I can't remember ever seeing a electric scooter in Thailand, probably are some in the wealthier areas of Bangkok though.
Hi All
Hoping some of the more knowledgeable guys can help with this one:
Yamaha have withdrawn Vinales from this weekend's race for abusing his bike???
And on another note rumours Petronas are pulling out of all Moto classes??
Yamaha are having a bad couple of weeks
Best
Jon
Hoping some of the more knowledgeable guys can help with this one:
Yamaha have withdrawn Vinales from this weekend's race for abusing his bike???
And on another note rumours Petronas are pulling out of all Moto classes??
Yamaha are having a bad couple of weeks
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #432
Yamaha have withdrawn Vinales from this weekend's race for abusing his bike???
Really
Yamaha have withdrawn Vinales from this weekend's race for abusing his bike???
Really
In reply to Post #432
Yes Vinales could be heard riding around in 5th gear hitting the revs for the last 3 laps.
I believe that SRT are losing their main sponsor and will be pulling out their Moto 2 and 3 teams
Yes Vinales could be heard riding around in 5th gear hitting the revs for the last 3 laps.
I believe that SRT are losing their main sponsor and will be pulling out their Moto 2 and 3 teams
I'm back in love with GP, what a race, had it all
In reply to Post #435
Hi Vossy,
I'm smiling like the Cheshire cat, loved it.....
Can't really pick out the best moment as there were so many, but even the Mrs started screaming when ,for those 10 seconds, we thought Rossi was on for his 200th podium.
Epic race
Best
Jon
Hi Vossy,
I'm smiling like the Cheshire cat, loved it.....
Can't really pick out the best moment as there were so many, but even the Mrs started screaming when ,for those 10 seconds, we thought Rossi was on for his 200th podium.
Epic race
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #436
Bit special wasn't it Jon, not been on the edge of my seat for a while. My god, those riders who came in and swapped, how they just carved through those still on slicks! As for Binder... nutter
I was hoping Rossi might place. I couldn't make out if that was his last race, if not and it makes no differences on the last race re placings I'd like to see the other give him a place, would be a nice touch.
Bit special wasn't it Jon, not been on the edge of my seat for a while. My god, those riders who came in and swapped, how they just carved through those still on slicks! As for Binder... nutter
I was hoping Rossi might place. I couldn't make out if that was his last race, if not and it makes no differences on the last race re placings I'd like to see the other give him a place, would be a nice touch.
San Marino race will be something special. wouldn't be surprised if the local non ticket holders kick the fence in to watch.
In reply to Post #436
Echo that, everyone in the mix, great race that was
Rat boy crashes out again! Pushing it too far all the time
Binda, great gamble!
Like a bit of rain in the mix
Echo that, everyone in the mix, great race that was
Rat boy crashes out again! Pushing it too far all the time
Binda, great gamble!
Like a bit of rain in the mix
Wsbk superb, be hilarious if SR took the title now he's off to bmw.
Hi All
I know the mgmt tow company lines with the mutual consent stances and all the company politics and apologies etc,j but Vinales has gone pretty hard core stupid to basically get sacked from 2 €6mill plus bonuses jobs in 1 week.
I think James Hunt did something along these lines back in the day but I can't remember the facts, it's got to go some to beat this though
FP1 commentary on Friday should be great though, can't wait.....
Best
Jon
I know the mgmt tow company lines with the mutual consent stances and all the company politics and apologies etc,j but Vinales has gone pretty hard core stupid to basically get sacked from 2 €6mill plus bonuses jobs in 1 week.
I think James Hunt did something along these lines back in the day but I can't remember the facts, it's got to go some to beat this though
FP1 commentary on Friday should be great though, can't wait.....
Best
Jon
Looking forward to this one
Anybody see MM 172mph off
Valentino Rossi's last British GP
Anybody see MM 172mph off
Valentino Rossi's last British GP
In reply to Post #442
Hi Chris,
Tempted to delete my Vinales post, but if Aprillia announce contract cancelled on Tuesday and then say they can't wait to get him on the bike on Friday that's their problem not mine.
Decent race, not an Espargero bros fan but pleased for Aprilla's first podium.
Quateraro and baby Jorge deff a new era though.
Rat boy not even gonna comment.....
Loved the UK cheers for Cal, Vali, Jake and Sam, great to see and hear during difficult times
Dovi coming back
The constant tyre changes from track to track are becoming a bit of a lottery though, the riders who thrive on continuity are deffinately suffering and others took some very wierd gambles this weekend
Best
Jon
Hi Chris,
Tempted to delete my Vinales post, but if Aprillia announce contract cancelled on Tuesday and then say they can't wait to get him on the bike on Friday that's their problem not mine.
Decent race, not an Espargero bros fan but pleased for Aprilla's first podium.
Quateraro and baby Jorge deff a new era though.
Rat boy not even gonna comment.....
Loved the UK cheers for Cal, Vali, Jake and Sam, great to see and hear during difficult times
Dovi coming back
The constant tyre changes from track to track are becoming a bit of a lottery though, the riders who thrive on continuity are deffinately suffering and others took some very wierd gambles this weekend
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #442
Couldn't miss it, good race and great to see AE get on the podium for aprilia very well deserved.
Couldn't miss it, good race and great to see AE get on the podium for aprilia very well deserved.
In reply to Post #443
End of an era moment today. The king has gone, long live the king
MM, just completely reckless, good news is he went down too, how many times now!
The new king maybe FQ, good race that and another win for the lad
ITV hub for free if anybody missed it
End of an era moment today. The king has gone, long live the king
MM, just completely reckless, good news is he went down too, how many times now!
The new king maybe FQ, good race that and another win for the lad
ITV hub for free if anybody missed it
Vinales riding in next gp, thought yamaha would have kept him in legal limbo for the rest of the season.
WSBK Topbombing.
In reply to Post #447
One of the best riders on the planet Toprak
Should have gone to MotoGP for me
One of the best riders on the planet Toprak
Should have gone to MotoGP for me
Hi All
I know we've only done FP1 and FP2, but I'll never get bored of watching riders follow each other through the corkscrew at Aragon.i can't think of a more iconic corner on the calendar, anyone?
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Jon
I know we've only done FP1 and FP2, but I'll never get bored of watching riders follow each other through the corkscrew at Aragon.i can't think of a more iconic corner on the calendar, anyone?
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #449
I would love a track day there, love the massive oversized wall too, looks brill in the shots when the bikes go by
I would love a track day there, love the massive oversized wall too, looks brill in the shots when the bikes go by
In reply to Post #450
Hi scozza
Had to look that up
They do a 3 day "track day" for £680 plus camping costs
Best
Jon
Hi scozza
Had to look that up
They do a 3 day "track day" for £680 plus camping costs
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #451
Sounds like a bargain that Jon, think one day on a sports bike would be enough for me lol. Good package though that
Think if I was going it would be flight in and bike hire
Sounds like a bargain that Jon, think one day on a sports bike would be enough for me lol. Good package though that
Think if I was going it would be flight in and bike hire
In reply to Post #452
Hi Scozza
I've never ridden a bike, but I mentioned to Mrs Fubar it might be a bucket list thing to learn how to ride and do a track day.
She reminded me (yet again) that "lockdown is not an excuse to do dumb s**t"
She said I could do it on a moped though so I've still got a small chance
Best
Jon
Hi Scozza
I've never ridden a bike, but I mentioned to Mrs Fubar it might be a bucket list thing to learn how to ride and do a track day.
She reminded me (yet again) that "lockdown is not an excuse to do dumb s**t"
She said I could do it on a moped though so I've still got a small chance
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #453
Bloody hell Jon, if there's one race track I would love to ride it's down your way, Phillip island, that straight down to the sea, incredible! Try one there!
Anybody see the Aprillia chat with Laverty, talks about the bike, stunning machine, what a weapon that is!
And then MV is on one lol
Suzi Perry in hot pants, would I love to smash her back doors in
Bloody hell Jon, if there's one race track I would love to ride it's down your way, Phillip island, that straight down to the sea, incredible! Try one there!
Anybody see the Aprillia chat with Laverty, talks about the bike, stunning machine, what a weapon that is!
And then MV is on one lol
Suzi Perry in hot pants, would I love to smash her back doors in
In reply to Post #454
Hi Scozza
Because Moto hasn't been here for a while I forgot about Phillip island. Looked it up and track days work out at £80 / day but you have to bring your own bike.
Off to check out moped prices now
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Jon
Hi Scozza
Because Moto hasn't been here for a while I forgot about Phillip island. Looked it up and track days work out at £80 / day but you have to bring your own bike.
Off to check out moped prices now
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #455
Thats a bargain mate, go for it
Ducati one two, Bagnaia lap record and FQ in 3rd, 0.5 sec of pole, rat boy in 6th, what's the odds he crashes out again!
Thats a bargain mate, go for it
Ducati one two, Bagnaia lap record and FQ in 3rd, 0.5 sec of pole, rat boy in 6th, what's the odds he crashes out again!
Three days on that track would be a nightmare unless your fitness is at professional athlete level, you would also need a van with spares including tyres and fuel is not available on cercuit. A track day at brands used to take me at least two days to recover.
In reply to Post #457
My sister lives in Spain, not too far away from Motoland. Out of interest I have had a look at bike hire, s1000rr, the £3600 damage wavier put me off
My sister lives in Spain, not too far away from Motoland. Out of interest I have had a look at bike hire, s1000rr, the £3600 damage wavier put me off
In reply to Post #458
A guy I know had his desmodesi and superlegera shipped out there for a three dayer while he flew out. His garage also contains 3 more Ltd edition bikes and 2 supercars.
A guy I know had his desmodesi and superlegera shipped out there for a three dayer while he flew out. His garage also contains 3 more Ltd edition bikes and 2 supercars.
Get in! What a race!!!
Some ride that by Bagnaia with rat boy all over him!
Dirty rat pushing and pushing, ain't good enough, ran it wide lol. Brilliant
Some ride that by Bagnaia with rat boy all over him!
Dirty rat pushing and pushing, ain't good enough, ran it wide lol. Brilliant
In reply to Post #459
Can't be bad, the super must be 70k!
Can't be bad, the super must be 70k!
In reply to Post #460
Hi Chris,
Loved that, I'm smiling like a Cheshire cat again
Huge for Peko and thouroughly deserved , and Rossi lost his bet as he didn't cry
That image guy Honda hired for Rat boy whilst he was recuperating paid off massive, he was a completely different person in his post race interview, notably likeable (Which I never thought I'd say)
Best
Jon
Hi Chris,
Loved that, I'm smiling like a Cheshire cat again
Huge for Peko and thouroughly deserved , and Rossi lost his bet as he didn't cry
That image guy Honda hired for Rat boy whilst he was recuperating paid off massive, he was a completely different person in his post race interview, notably likeable (Which I never thought I'd say)
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #460
Yep great race and sorry great ride for MM you can't be a pussy at that level.
Yeah 70k for super, 50k for the desi when he bought it, the other bikes he has are similar value. He works in the city but is a great guy that loves his bikes and rides them hard not just garage queen's.
Off on tour Tuesday, can't wait.
Yep great race and sorry great ride for MM you can't be a pussy at that level.
Yeah 70k for super, 50k for the desi when he bought it, the other bikes he has are similar value. He works in the city but is a great guy that loves his bikes and rides them hard not just garage queen's.
Off on tour Tuesday, can't wait.
In reply to Post #462
The pundits were saying before this weekend his arm will never be any better and he will never ride at his previous level.
The pundits were saying before this weekend his arm will never be any better and he will never ride at his previous level.
In reply to Post #464
Was a great bit of racing that, loved it
MM is a great rider, I just can't help thinking he is pushing it too far all the time, ditched it 18 times this season and the run wide cost him, great last few laps those though, the thing that makes the sport great!
Is it the lack of bike development time, not sure myself, I think others have come on and he is pushing it far too hard trying to keep up, people can blame the shoulder, not sure it is, the competition is quite strong, great ride by the rat though and I think everybody could see that he would press, press and press
Was a great bit of racing that, loved it
MM is a great rider, I just can't help thinking he is pushing it too far all the time, ditched it 18 times this season and the run wide cost him, great last few laps those though, the thing that makes the sport great!
Is it the lack of bike development time, not sure myself, I think others have come on and he is pushing it far too hard trying to keep up, people can blame the shoulder, not sure it is, the competition is quite strong, great ride by the rat though and I think everybody could see that he would press, press and press
Hi All
Loved it as usual, congrats to Bastianini's ride
Yamaha putting in a protest for Peco's jump start kinda leaves it all up in the air though. Leaves a bit of a bitter taste
It's a professional sport though with small margins and if they're gonna do Mir for track limits on the final lap, I suppose Peco's got something coming.
Penalty for jumps is 2 long laps, but I don't know what they'll do with this one if the protest is upheld?
Best
Jon
Loved it as usual, congrats to Bastianini's ride
Yamaha putting in a protest for Peco's jump start kinda leaves it all up in the air though. Leaves a bit of a bitter taste
It's a professional sport though with small margins and if they're gonna do Mir for track limits on the final lap, I suppose Peco's got something coming.
Penalty for jumps is 2 long laps, but I don't know what they'll do with this one if the protest is upheld?
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #466
Must admit the track limits and regulations are becoming a bit of a joke, they are or they are not, similar to the footy with VAR
Some great racing again though
Must admit the track limits and regulations are becoming a bit of a joke, they are or they are not, similar to the footy with VAR
Some great racing again though
We're you in Applecross today Goose, saw around 20 bikes and a bloke with a grey Tash riding a multistrada
In reply to Post #468
No 22nd,very tricky conditions on the pass with strong winds and rain and brain dead camper van drivers not stopping at the passing spaces, even had one expecting us to stop when coming down and reverse. Saw a few stuck on single track roads that were too narrow for them to continue and not possible to turn around.
No 22nd,very tricky conditions on the pass with strong winds and rain and brain dead camper van drivers not stopping at the passing spaces, even had one expecting us to stop when coming down and reverse. Saw a few stuck on single track roads that were too narrow for them to continue and not possible to turn around.
In reply to Post #469
brain dead camper van drivers not stopping at the passing spaces
Saw plenty of those, ****ing muppets on one track roads where the signs say...no camper vans, ffs
1400 miles clocked, great trip though
Night in Edinburgh then a night in Inverness
Applecross then to Gairloch
Ullapool
Durness, bleak!
Onto Thurso, John o groats and stopped in Wick
Inverness
Edinbrough, home!
Fishing wise, one Pollock and then somehow managed to break two rod rings ffs! lol
Knackered
Back to bikes
Not seen the Moto GP qualifying today
WSB, bad crash for JR, hope he is back tomorrow! Toprak, unstoppable, what a rider!
BSB and Donnington for me tomorrow
brain dead camper van drivers not stopping at the passing spaces
Saw plenty of those, ****ing muppets on one track roads where the signs say...no camper vans, ffs
1400 miles clocked, great trip though
Night in Edinburgh then a night in Inverness
Applecross then to Gairloch
Ullapool
Durness, bleak!
Onto Thurso, John o groats and stopped in Wick
Inverness
Edinbrough, home!
Fishing wise, one Pollock and then somehow managed to break two rod rings ffs! lol
Knackered
Back to bikes
Not seen the Moto GP qualifying today
WSB, bad crash for JR, hope he is back tomorrow! Toprak, unstoppable, what a rider!
BSB and Donnington for me tomorrow
In reply to Post #470
Racing been good in all classes, must say Hexham was an eye opener for me, lovely place surrounded by great roads.
Racing been good in all classes, must say Hexham was an eye opener for me, lovely place surrounded by great roads.
In reply to Post #471
Been to Hexham quite a few times. Stop in a nice hotel in that area once a year and have a weekend up the north east, some really nice places
Rat boy wins, great ride must say, is he really back, that's the question, looks like the bike was set up right, track surface was horrendous
WSB and JR, incredible, down and out twice in the first two races, cannot seem to get the front end set up, comes back and proves why he is a 6 time world champ, what a response!!!
BSB, so disappointing for Taz Mac. Great first race win yesterday, came from 13th on the grid to win, last race, the heavens opened up and he crashed out ffs, G Rea wins both wet races. Great day though for me
Been to Hexham quite a few times. Stop in a nice hotel in that area once a year and have a weekend up the north east, some really nice places
Rat boy wins, great ride must say, is he really back, that's the question, looks like the bike was set up right, track surface was horrendous
WSB and JR, incredible, down and out twice in the first two races, cannot seem to get the front end set up, comes back and proves why he is a 6 time world champ, what a response!!!
BSB, so disappointing for Taz Mac. Great first race win yesterday, came from 13th on the grid to win, last race, the heavens opened up and he crashed out ffs, G Rea wins both wet races. Great day though for me
Hi All,
Well I think the world championship standings had a lot of bearing on that race.
Second moto 3 crash that caused the second red card was horrific, couldn't believe the all walked away
Best
Jon
Well I think the world championship standings had a lot of bearing on that race.
Second moto 3 crash that caused the second red card was horrific, couldn't believe the all walked away
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #473
Didn't see that one Jon, had a look, on you tube, nasty one that, fast too!
Air bags, armour and technical advances, more and more people are walking away from them which is pleasing to see
Didn't see that one Jon, had a look, on you tube, nasty one that, fast too!
Air bags, armour and technical advances, more and more people are walking away from them which is pleasing to see
In reply to Post #474
Hi Chris,
Too many bikes on track in the lower classes with young and relatively inexperienced riders.
The sport has lost 3 teenagers already this year with a number of other horrific crashes as well.
The sports gotta do something and cutting the fields is the only way forward I can see
Best
Jon
Hi Chris,
Too many bikes on track in the lower classes with young and relatively inexperienced riders.
The sport has lost 3 teenagers already this year with a number of other horrific crashes as well.
The sports gotta do something and cutting the fields is the only way forward I can see
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #475
There are a lot of bikes Jon I agree, dangerous game though motor sport, crashes into the first corner from the start are part and parcel of the sport as everybody tries to get in front, most of the others are an exception to this
Could be something in what you mention but generally after a lap there is a decent spread of bikes, could split them into two classes but there probably would not be enough time in the day?
The Moto 3 crash is a tricky one, you could say he cut him up but he could clearly see him too?
The majority of them in GP classes are highly experienced riders who have progressed, watch the 250 talent cup etc, about 4 1/2 foot tall and 12 years old, they start early and progress quickly
The worst ones do seem to be bike to bike contacts though
Accidents, look at Marquez's career! Incredible really and I guess this dictates how successful you will be, if your body can take it and you have not destroyed it that much that you can still cannot be competitive
Watched a documentary on him a while ago, nearly ended his career when he rode in the 250 class, ran into the back of somebody and nearly blinded himself, think his eyesight has not been 100% since! A quick google whilst I'm bored
IT'S not supposed to be this way. If you crash 27 times in a MotoGP season, you're meant to end the year with more hospital visits than trophies. Instead, Marc Marquez has been crowned as 2017 world champion as much because of his crash tally as in spite of it.
2018
On October 21st, 2018, at Motegi, Marc Márquez wrapped up his fifth MotoGP title in six seasons, with three races to spare. He did so despite having suffered his 18th crash of the season so far during FP4, the front washing out as he released the brakes in Turn 7. He led the MotoGP class in crashes at Motegi, and would continue to do so through the final race in Valencia, amassing a grand total of 23 crashes at official events throughout the 2018 season.
He had gone one better in 2018 than he had the year before, finishing second to Sam Lowes in 2017, ending up with 27 crashes to Lowes' 31. In 2016, he was a lowly third in the crash rankings, ending the season with 17 falls, behind Cal Crutchlow and Jack Miller with 26 and 25 crashes respectively.
What's he on this year, must be near on 15 after the injury!
Imagine the cost for Honda, not to mention his 14 million salary! Big bucks motorsport £
Crazy
There are a lot of bikes Jon I agree, dangerous game though motor sport, crashes into the first corner from the start are part and parcel of the sport as everybody tries to get in front, most of the others are an exception to this
Could be something in what you mention but generally after a lap there is a decent spread of bikes, could split them into two classes but there probably would not be enough time in the day?
The Moto 3 crash is a tricky one, you could say he cut him up but he could clearly see him too?
The majority of them in GP classes are highly experienced riders who have progressed, watch the 250 talent cup etc, about 4 1/2 foot tall and 12 years old, they start early and progress quickly
The worst ones do seem to be bike to bike contacts though
Accidents, look at Marquez's career! Incredible really and I guess this dictates how successful you will be, if your body can take it and you have not destroyed it that much that you can still cannot be competitive
Watched a documentary on him a while ago, nearly ended his career when he rode in the 250 class, ran into the back of somebody and nearly blinded himself, think his eyesight has not been 100% since! A quick google whilst I'm bored
IT'S not supposed to be this way. If you crash 27 times in a MotoGP season, you're meant to end the year with more hospital visits than trophies. Instead, Marc Marquez has been crowned as 2017 world champion as much because of his crash tally as in spite of it.
2018
On October 21st, 2018, at Motegi, Marc Márquez wrapped up his fifth MotoGP title in six seasons, with three races to spare. He did so despite having suffered his 18th crash of the season so far during FP4, the front washing out as he released the brakes in Turn 7. He led the MotoGP class in crashes at Motegi, and would continue to do so through the final race in Valencia, amassing a grand total of 23 crashes at official events throughout the 2018 season.
He had gone one better in 2018 than he had the year before, finishing second to Sam Lowes in 2017, ending up with 27 crashes to Lowes' 31. In 2016, he was a lowly third in the crash rankings, ending the season with 17 falls, behind Cal Crutchlow and Jack Miller with 26 and 25 crashes respectively.
What's he on this year, must be near on 15 after the injury!
Imagine the cost for Honda, not to mention his 14 million salary! Big bucks motorsport £
Crazy
Hi all
Big for Dorna, one of the very few governing bodies more interested in safety of their participants than $$$$
18 year minimum in all moto classes from 2023 and ongoing discussions regarding grid numbers in the Junior classes.
Gotta give credit where it's due
Best
Jon
Big
for Dorna, one of the very few governing bodies more interested in safety of their participants than $$$$18 year minimum in all moto classes from 2023 and ongoing discussions regarding grid numbers in the Junior classes.
Gotta give credit where it's due
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #477
That's Moto GP, whilst I agree, we don't want anybody getting hurt I cannot help it's nothing but a get me out and a publicity stunt, do they just start Moto GP racing at 18!
It's a snob sport at the end of the day, rich parents funding their kids and living the dream, sad but true
That's Moto GP, whilst I agree, we don't want anybody getting hurt I cannot help it's nothing but a get me out and a publicity stunt, do they just start Moto GP racing at 18!
It's a snob sport at the end of the day, rich parents funding their kids and living the dream, sad but true
Congratulations to FQ, new world and well deserved for me
Just watched a brilliant film for any bike fans. MotoGP films, unlimited. Marquez story of his 2019 campaign. Unbelievable, fitness, thrills, spills and more
Thanks for the memories vale46.....
Hi All
Don't know what they showed in the UK , but they showed a few montages of Vale's career down here, all pretty emotional stuff.
Gonna be a bit wierd without him, glad it was a good race though.
Best
Jon
Don't know what they showed in the UK , but they showed a few montages of Vale's career down here, all pretty emotional stuff.
Gonna be a bit wierd without him, glad it was a good race though.
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #482
End of an era and a true modern day great of the sport, enjoyed the moments, all of the thrills and all of the spills along the way, a character and an entertainer
End of an era and a true modern day great of the sport, enjoyed the moments, all of the thrills and all of the spills along the way, a character and an entertainer
In reply to Post #483
Team vr in moto 2 next year. Ducati 1,2 and 3.
Team vr in moto 2 next year. Ducati 1,2 and 3.
Hi All
They've just shown highlights of the Jerez test down here, and I know "a test is a test", but Peco looked awesome .45 seconds ahead of everyone.
Bastianini looked great on his first time out on what he's calling his "big boy" bike.
Year of the Ducati??? I F'in hope so, been a while......
Best
Jon
They've just shown highlights of the Jerez test down here, and I know "a test is a test", but Peco looked awesome .45 seconds ahead of everyone.
Bastianini looked great on his first time out on what he's calling his "big boy" bike.
Year of the Ducati??? I F'in hope so, been a while......
Best
Jon
It's back, a new season
In reply to Post #486
good racing through all 3 classes..mm93 doesn't seem his old self so should(hopefully)be a good season..with different winners each race...the factory Yamaha's look **** as does the dukes...
good racing through all 3 classes..mm93 doesn't seem his old self so should(hopefully)be a good season..with different winners each race...the factory Yamaha's look **** as does the dukes...
In reply to Post #487
Was an interesting first race mate. To be fair, concerned about Yamaha, think they will struggle big time!
Looks like Ducati and Honda domination for me
Like you say though, funny old game when the factory teams are poor. Something seriously wrong there
Riding a factory Ducati must be a dream but a jinx for many for sure
Ride of the day, AEsg on the Aprillia, did well for me.
Maybe Suzuki come strong
Was an interesting first race mate. To be fair, concerned about Yamaha, think they will struggle big time!
Looks like Ducati and Honda domination for me
Like you say though, funny old game when the factory teams are poor. Something seriously wrong there
Riding a factory Ducati must be a dream but a jinx for many for sure
Ride of the day, AEsg on the Aprillia, did well for me.
Maybe Suzuki come strong
In reply to Post #488
another 2 laps I think Alex esp would off over took his brother,, certainly a better rider in my eyes..should be an intersting seasons racing..hopefully ill get abroad to see a few..
another 2 laps I think Alex esp would off over took his brother,, certainly a better rider in my eyes..should be an intersting seasons racing..hopefully ill get abroad to see a few..
In reply to Post #489
Back on mate, enjoy the trips
WSB and BSB for me, might have to push the boat out
Back on mate, enjoy the trips
WSB and BSB for me, might have to push the boat out
In reply to Post #490
unjabbed Chris, cant go far..
unjabbed Chris, cant go far..
In reply to Post #491
Unlucky then
Tgypt for me next week
Unlucky then
Tgypt for me next week
In reply to Post #492
I've got tickets for brands hatch to watch rossi in the GT world challenge Europe..will hopefully get tickets for Silverstone gp race but will go to brands for wsb and bsb if I can..also like watching the motocross at Canada heights.. just hoping the un jabbed get a bit more freedom this year into other countries..
I've got tickets for brands hatch to watch rossi in the GT world challenge Europe..will hopefully get tickets for Silverstone gp race but will go to brands for wsb and bsb if I can..also like watching the motocross at Canada heights.. just hoping the un jabbed get a bit more freedom this year into other countries..
In reply to Post #493
I think they will drop most of the restrictions soon
Donnington for me, love that track
Going to have to put an abroads MotoGP trip on the bucket list, saying that would rather go and ride the tracks myself
I think they will drop most of the restrictions soon
Donnington for me, love that track
Going to have to put an abroads MotoGP trip on the bucket list, saying that would rather go and ride the tracks myself
In reply to Post #494
I like donnington seen a few gp races there in the past..brands is only half hour away from me, depending on bridge traffic so an easy reach..the Thailand gp might suit you, add on a motor bike tour and make a fortnight of it..
I like donnington seen a few gp races there in the past..brands is only half hour away from me, depending on bridge traffic so an easy reach..the Thailand gp might suit you, add on a motor bike tour and make a fortnight of it..
In reply to Post #495
Sounds like a dream come true that mate. Saw something a while ago, long tours, off-road, over there, sound brilliant. Also looked into riding across Australia and the golden triangle, one day
My first Moto GP watch Donington. Massive Suzuki fan and Schwantz won on the Pepsi logo machine, stunning bike at the time, nuff said
Mentioned a while ago, bike shop near me has Wayne Rainey's Marlborough Yamaha in, same era, bought for a steel, amazing to see!
Sounds like a dream come true that mate. Saw something a while ago, long tours, off-road, over there, sound brilliant. Also looked into riding across Australia and the golden triangle, one day
My first Moto GP watch Donington. Massive Suzuki fan and Schwantz won on the Pepsi logo machine, stunning bike at the time, nuff said
Mentioned a while ago, bike shop near me has Wayne Rainey's Marlborough Yamaha in, same era, bought for a steel, amazing to see!
Hi All,
I'm smiling like the proverbial Cheshire cat 😸
Foggia can't string race pace together (moto 3)
Jake Dixon gets pole (30-1 for the win down here)
And the 2 Primac boys are on the front row, ducati's year?, I hope so....
What a great day of qualifying!!!!!
Might even stay up to see how they fix the f1 this weekend just for a laugh especially as Jimm'l fix it Masi just got announced as the F1 race director for the simulator racing they do.
With all the crap that's going on in the world I figure I've got to find some way to laugh and smile 😃
Best
Jon
I'm smiling like the proverbial Cheshire cat 😸
Foggia can't string race pace together (moto 3)
Jake Dixon gets pole (30-1 for the win down here)
And the 2 Primac boys are on the front row, ducati's year?, I hope so....
What a great day of qualifying!!!!!
Might even stay up to see how they fix the f1 this weekend just for a laugh especially as Jimm'l fix it Masi just got announced as the F1 race director for the simulator racing they do.
With all the crap that's going on in the world I figure I've got to find some way to laugh and smile 😃
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #497
where did John McPhee finish in qualifying? good result for Jake in Moto 2, look forward to seeing him and sam go toe to toe against each other. mm93 should of got a penalty for pulling out like that infront of dovi but then again his dornas blue eyed boy..not having it so easily nowadays is he.. as for the f1 the mrs is a big fan and booked us into the Abu Dhabi race in November, my part of the deal was to pay for the tickets, but fck me no wonder I follow Moto gp and not f1..bloody rip off..
where did John McPhee finish in qualifying? good result for Jake in Moto 2, look forward to seeing him and sam go toe to toe against each other. mm93 should of got a penalty for pulling out like that infront of dovi but then again his dornas blue eyed boy..not having it so easily nowadays is he.. as for the f1 the mrs is a big fan and booked us into the Abu Dhabi race in November, my part of the deal was to pay for the tickets, but fck me no wonder I follow Moto gp and not f1..bloody rip off..
In reply to Post #498
Not racing he fractured two vertebrae in training hoping to be back for the next round.
Not racing he fractured two vertebrae in training hoping to be back for the next round.
Hi All,
Not sure we should have been racing there at this time of year, but.
Foggia, amazing
Jake's gonna be kicking himself for a week at least
And for those that proclaim Fabio is crap in the rain?? Jog on boys......
Great weekend, loved it!!!!
Best
Jon
Not sure we should have been racing there at this time of year, but.
Foggia, amazing
Jake's gonna be kicking himself for a week at least
And for those that proclaim Fabio is crap in the rain?? Jog on boys......
Great weekend, loved it!!!!
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #500
that mm93 high side was very nasty..
that mm93 high side was very nasty..
In reply to Post #501
Been away, just watched the highlights and had a look. Bad one that. Hope he recovers soon. Flicks him straight over and his heads takes a proper impact
MM high side
Out 4 times in practice, pushing and testing the limits of that new bike all the time. Great rider
What a result for Olivero but the racer of the day for me was FQ, some racing that on the Yamaha
Miller ffs
Been away, just watched the highlights and had a look. Bad one that. Hope he recovers soon. Flicks him straight over and his heads takes a proper impact
MM high side
Out 4 times in practice, pushing and testing the limits of that new bike all the time. Great rider
What a result for Olivero but the racer of the day for me was FQ, some racing that on the Yamaha
Miller ffs
In reply to Post #502
as much as I admire Marc as a rider, if I was his dad id have to sit him down and say call it a day son .your an 8 times world champion with multi millions of pounds in the bank.
as much as I admire Marc as a rider, if I was his dad id have to sit him down and say call it a day son .your an 8 times world champion with multi millions of pounds in the bank.
In reply to Post #503
Agree
I think he thinks he can, and I think he has the talent to win another one quite easily though, crashing in practice seems to be his game, understanding the exact limits of his bike. I was reading something a while ago and I think over the seasons he has had the most crashes
Not like Rins who can crash out at anytime though
That was a fast high side that though, watched it a few times and in the previous corner you can hear the rear wheel spinning and see the back end moving, spun a bit too much that time though!
Race conditions like they were, if he had raced he would have won that one!
Probably end up like Rossi droppijg down the field. When do you tell one of the best MotoGP riders of all time it's time to hang the gloves up
As much as I think he's a dirty rat 🐀 he is the one who could win anytime for me
Agree
I think he thinks he can, and I think he has the talent to win another one quite easily though, crashing in practice seems to be his game, understanding the exact limits of his bike. I was reading something a while ago and I think over the seasons he has had the most crashes
Not like Rins who can crash out at anytime though
That was a fast high side that though, watched it a few times and in the previous corner you can hear the rear wheel spinning and see the back end moving, spun a bit too much that time though!
Race conditions like they were, if he had raced he would have won that one!
Probably end up like Rossi droppijg down the field. When do you tell one of the best MotoGP riders of all time it's time to hang the gloves up
As much as I think he's a dirty rat 🐀 he is the one who could win anytime for me
In reply to Post #504
if mm carrys on the way he is I doubt he would reach rossis age..maybe a change of team would do him good, that Honda is a pig by looks of it..but going by todays news with mm getting back his eye problems I could see retirement coming..I wish him well with whatever he chooses, and would be good having him back on the grid at some point. his a very young lad with 100 mill in the bank,i think me mother would tell me what to do if it was me..
if mm carrys on the way he is I doubt he would reach rossis age..maybe a change of team would do him good, that Honda is a pig by looks of it..but going by todays news with mm getting back his eye problems I could see retirement coming..I wish him well with whatever he chooses, and would be good having him back on the grid at some point. his a very young lad with 100 mill in the bank,i think me mother would tell me what to do if it was me..
In reply to Post #505
I think the eye problems originally stemmed from the 250 GP crash that nearly blinded him? Fair play to the man, like you say, minted so could do whatever he likes but not much gives an adrenaline rush like the twist of a powerful motorbikes throttle. Take some walking away from that, has the world at his feet
I think the eye problems originally stemmed from the 250 GP crash that nearly blinded him? Fair play to the man, like you say, minted so could do whatever he likes but not much gives an adrenaline rush like the twist of a powerful motorbikes throttle. Take some walking away from that, has the world at his feet
Hi All,
OK, so I'm not a fan, but rat boy is not racing Argentina this weekend. Finally a sensible decision. Puig has been pushing him to destruction, 5 falls last outing and he was pushing him to try fp1 and see how he feels.
I might not like / have any affinity for the guy, but I wouldn't want to see any rider retire through injury which was the way it seemed to be going
Best
Jon
OK, so I'm not a fan, but rat boy is not racing Argentina this weekend. Finally a sensible decision. Puig has been pushing him to destruction, 5 falls last outing and he was pushing him to try fp1 and see how he feels.
I might not like / have any affinity for the guy, but I wouldn't want to see any rider retire through injury which was the way it seemed to be going
Best
Jon
Nearly time for lights out
Aprillia on the front row!
Says MM has now suffered double vision for the 3rd time in his career. Hope he is back to normal soon
Edit - what a result that
Aprillia on the front row!
Says MM has now suffered double vision for the 3rd time in his career. Hope he is back to normal soon
Edit - what a result that
The Honda has been the hardest bike to get to grips with for a very long time now and MM was the only one that could ride it but they have constantly focused on making it faster on a computer and forgotten a human has to ride it believe this is why rossi never went back and Danni struggled though on it. If MM ever got back to full fitness I would love to see him ditch honda and maybe go to suzuki.
In reply to Post #509
Could be some truth in that mate.
Can't see MM ever ditching Honda though. I will put my head on the block, he would never have won as many titles with another team
Always makes me wonder though, how other riders would perform on other bikes? That new Honda looks a proper handful!
Could be some truth in that mate.
Can't see MM ever ditching Honda though. I will put my head on the block, he would never have won as many titles with another team
Always makes me wonder though, how other riders would perform on other bikes? That new Honda looks a proper handful!
In reply to Post #510
Can't see him going either, would he have won as many titles with another manufacturer we will never know but I'm fairly sure no other rider would have achieved what he has with the Honda. Bit like Stoner with his title winning ducati nobody else could ride it to the level required to be champion. The amount of times the honde has spat MM off and he has got back on is borderline insanity.
Can't see him going either, would he have won as many titles with another manufacturer we will never know but I'm fairly sure no other rider would have achieved what he has with the Honda. Bit like Stoner with his title winning ducati nobody else could ride it to the level required to be champion. The amount of times the honde has spat MM off and he has got back on is borderline insanity.
In reply to Post #511
Great rider, no doubt, style of his own copied by many, bit of a dirty rat though for me and he has had the best bike for a long time for me, a factory Honda
Agree there, shame Stoner packed in, great documentary if you have not seen it? Nobody could ride those Ducatis like him at the time for sure
Great rider, no doubt, style of his own copied by many, bit of a dirty rat though for me and he has had the best bike for a long time for me, a factory Honda
Agree there, shame Stoner packed in, great documentary if you have not seen it? Nobody could ride those Ducatis like him at the time for sure
In reply to Post #512
Yes I've seen it. Not sure the Honda has been the best bike when only one guy could ride it and plenty have tried. No doubt you have seen the unrideables and I've spoken to a few ex racers that did ride them when at the festival of speed and revival. One told me that in those days it was a different world and most drank and partied harder than would ever be allowed by sponsors today and that today's top bikes are probably harder to ride even if they are twenty odd kilos heavier but they have a hundred and twenty more horse power and the modern riders are all athletes in their own right.
Yes I've seen it. Not sure the Honda has been the best bike when only one guy could ride it and plenty have tried. No doubt you have seen the unrideables and I've spoken to a few ex racers that did ride them when at the festival of speed and revival. One told me that in those days it was a different world and most drank and partied harder than would ever be allowed by sponsors today and that today's top bikes are probably harder to ride even if they are twenty odd kilos heavier but they have a hundred and twenty more horse power and the modern riders are all athletes in their own right.
In reply to Post #513
300 bhp on a small contact patch of rubber, utter madness, would I love to have a ride on one
300 bhp on a small contact patch of rubber, utter madness, would I love to have a ride on one
In reply to Post #514
Realistically I know I couldn't ride one in full race spec including tyres as could never ride it fast enough to keep the heat in the tyres or brakes. When guys come from moto2 and World supers and struggle what chance would a road and occasional track day rider have.
Realistically I know I couldn't ride one in full race spec including tyres as could never ride it fast enough to keep the heat in the tyres or brakes. When guys come from moto2 and World supers and struggle what chance would a road and occasional track day rider have.
Well, Ducati on pole.
My money is on MM for the win
Cmon FQ and Yamaha, or a Suzuki would do
My money is on MM for the win
Cmon FQ and Yamaha, or a Suzuki would do
In reply to Post #516
That was a great race JR wants it back.
That was a great race JR wants it back.
In reply to Post #517
Was going to say the same mate, what a race that was, one of the best I have seen for a while
Again, that Ducati 10 - 12 bike lengths quicker on the straights
Looks set to be an excellent season for the fans this!
Was going to say the same mate, what a race that was, one of the best I have seen for a while
Again, that Ducati 10 - 12 bike lengths quicker on the straights
Looks set to be an excellent season for the fans this!
In reply to Post #518
Wow, race 2 same three at it but JR second and ratsack third again.
Wow, race 2 same three at it but JR second and ratsack third again.
In reply to Post #519
Says he will go to Moto GP next year Toprak, can't wait to see that
Just watched the GP, racer of the day for me, MM, what a ride from a start error
Jack Miller ffs
Well done Rins, good result that for Suzuki
Says he will go to Moto GP next year Toprak, can't wait to see that
Just watched the GP, racer of the day for me, MM, what a ride from a start error
Jack Miller ffs
Well done Rins, good result that for Suzuki
In reply to Post #520
Yeah good ride MM, great see suzuki top of podium.
Yeah good ride MM, great see suzuki top of podium.
main man for me this weekend was our own Jake Dixon getting a podium.
WSB incredible JR. Close racing gets a bit too close.
In reply to Post #523
Forget MotoGP. This will be the best WSB season ever, so competitive, the bikes and the riders!
JR again, superb
Toprak and AB all in with a chance, some proper pressure and racing as a result, all 3 want it
I can see every race been the same, edge of the seat stuff
Forget MotoGP. This will be the best WSB season ever, so competitive, the bikes and the riders!
JR again, superb
Toprak and AB all in with a chance, some proper pressure and racing as a result, all 3 want it
I can see every race been the same, edge of the seat stuff
carnage in yesterdays moto 2, glad the riders all walked away injury free..
In reply to Post #525
Just watched, wet and slicks, not good, I believe everybody walked away OK though
Just watched the premier class, Jack Miller, one word, rubbish. Can't see him keeping his Ducati ride next season
Good result for the top 3 though and feel for Mir
Just watched, wet and slicks, not good, I believe everybody walked away OK though
Just watched the premier class, Jack Miller, one word, rubbish. Can't see him keeping his Ducati ride next season
Good result for the top 3 though and feel for Mir
Hi All
Suzuki gone at the end of the year?
Mir and Rins talking to Honda and P Espargero and baby rat boy out?
Vinales no option to re sign taken?
Fernandez no option to re sign taken?
Baby Binder no option to re sign taken?
Zarco out?
Miller in extension talks?
Dovi retiring?
I know this is the start of silly season re contracts, but this is Armageddon
Best
Jon
Suzuki gone at the end of the year?
Mir and Rins talking to Honda and P Espargero and baby rat boy out?
Vinales no option to re sign taken?
Fernandez no option to re sign taken?
Baby Binder no option to re sign taken?
Zarco out?
Miller in extension talks?
Dovi retiring?
I know this is the start of silly season re contracts, but this is Armageddon
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #527
All teams no longer looking who can we afford it will be how cheap can we get him.
All teams no longer looking who can we afford it will be how cheap can we get him.
In reply to Post #528
Hi Goose
I thought exactly the same
But the AU media (and I know they aren't the best out there) are reporting that Honda asked Mir's manager for numbers and their response was that's not a problem
They're also reporting Vinales is deff out
Best
Jon
Hi Goose
I thought exactly the same
But the AU media (and I know they aren't the best out there) are reporting that Honda asked Mir's manager for numbers and their response was that's not a problem
They're also reporting Vinales is deff out
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #529
Can believe that as I bet he's cheaper than MM.
Can believe that as I bet he's cheaper than MM.
after this weekends result I could see mir and rins going to wsb.
In reply to Post #531
Well rumour is suzuki won't be in moto gp.
Well rumour is suzuki won't be in moto gp.
Good racing, just watched the replay
I'm taking over from Vinales next year ffs
Seriously he has gone,,well gone, ain't got the knackers for it, that Aprillia is competitive
I think MM will have a bike for life with Honda while ever he keeps racing. Mir would be a fantastic signing for them though, great racer, give him a competitive bike and who knows. Saying that, MM is struggling with it.
I expect quite a few changes next year, Jon's list and some!
I'm taking over from Vinales next year ffs
Seriously he has gone,,well gone, ain't got the knackers for it, that Aprillia is competitive
I think MM will have a bike for life with Honda while ever he keeps racing. Mir would be a fantastic signing for them though, great racer, give him a competitive bike and who knows. Saying that, MM is struggling with it.
I expect quite a few changes next year, Jon's list and some!
Hi scozza
They are now reporting down here that Miller is off to KTM with Martin or Bastianini getting the seat.
Yamaha no interest in renewing Morbidelli, but are in talks with Jake Dixon
It'll probably all change by the next race, but it really is getting a bit silly now so early in the season
Best
Jon
They are now reporting down here that Miller is off to KTM with Martin or Bastianini getting the seat.
Yamaha no interest in renewing Morbidelli, but are in talks with Jake Dixon
It'll probably all change by the next race, but it really is getting a bit silly now so early in the season
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #532
Yes I know hence why I said wsb..
Yes I know hence why I said wsb..
In reply to Post #534
Martins lost that seat I'd say..what is it now 3 dnfs?
Martins lost that seat I'd say..what is it now 3 dnfs?
In reply to Post #534
Yamaha need Toprak, would love to see the king of the late brakers in Moro GP, what a rider! AKA stoprak lol
Deffo seats up for grabs, be interesting to see who gets them and more importantly if they bring new talent in
The Ducati seats will be interesting for me, Miller might keep his seat the way how the rest are performing!
Yamaha need Toprak, would love to see the king of the late brakers in Moro GP, what a rider! AKA stoprak lol
Deffo seats up for grabs, be interesting to see who gets them and more importantly if they bring new talent in
The Ducati seats will be interesting for me, Miller might keep his seat the way how the rest are performing!
In reply to Post #537
While I too would like to see toprak in I still believe the step from wsbk to gp is massive.
While I too would like to see toprak in I still believe the step from wsbk to gp is massive.
In reply to Post #538
Anyone see Dunlop save it when the rear tyre delaminated in the North West 200.
Anyone see Dunlop save it when the rear tyre delaminated in the North West 200.
In reply to Post #538
Time will tell, lap times are not far off, carbon brakes on MotoGP bikes are far superior to WSB. Like Colin Edwards once said, if diamond encrusting would make a MotoGP bike faster they would have it
Time will tell, lap times are not far off, carbon brakes on MotoGP bikes are far superior to WSB. Like Colin Edwards once said, if diamond encrusting would make a MotoGP bike faster they would have it
In reply to Post #539
Will have a look for that
Proper dangerous game road racing
Edit - seen it, lucky he wasn't flat out in a corner!
The race organisers have been informed by Dunlop Tyres that the company has discovered a fault in a batch of their Superbike-spec slick tyres
Will have a look for that
Proper dangerous game road racing
Edit - seen it, lucky he wasn't flat out in a corner!
The race organisers have been informed by Dunlop Tyres that the company has discovered a fault in a batch of their Superbike-spec slick tyres
In reply to Post #541
WSBK edge of seat Rea playing points catch up incredible.
WSBK edge of seat Rea playing points catch up incredible.
In reply to Post #542
Just watched it
Racing at the highest level, incredible, that's why he is a 6 x world champ
Just watched it
Racing at the highest level, incredible, that's why he is a 6 x world champ
In reply to Post #543
The real stuff starts soon,, #IOM TT.
The real stuff starts soon,, #IOM TT.
In reply to Post #544
Yeah, saw a bit on breakfast TV. If it wasn't for the covid disaster I would have been going, after the fiasco I had with Manx ferry's, really pissed me off
TT = real racers, crazy, mental, o room for error, life on the line
Yeah, saw a bit on breakfast TV. If it wasn't for the covid disaster I would have been going, after the fiasco I had with Manx ferry's, really pissed me off
TT = real racers, crazy, mental, o room for error, life on the line
https://youtu.be/Cpy4cJzTqr8
Hi All,
OK, so silly season this year has gone particularly silly, but Canet losing his Honda moto gp ride because of the way he looks? Probably the most silly press of them all, hope it's bullsh@t
Honda and rat boy organising a press conference after moto 2 quali, that could be very interesting.......
Best
Jon
OK, so silly season this year has gone particularly silly, but Canet losing his Honda moto gp ride because of the way he looks? Probably the most silly press of them all, hope it's bullsh@t
Honda and rat boy organising a press conference after moto 2 quali, that could be very interesting.......
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #547
That's interesting, I bet 90% of bikers have a tat
If MM hangs up the gloves I will be extremely surprised, still has a lot to give and still competitive. He might announce he will win every race from now to the end of the season
If it's for health reason, fully understood, the man is a multi millionaire and a legend of the sport already
That's interesting, I bet 90% of bikers have a tat
If MM hangs up the gloves I will be extremely surprised, still has a lot to give and still competitive. He might announce he will win every race from now to the end of the season
If it's for health reason, fully understood, the man is a multi millionaire and a legend of the sport already
Hi All,
Must be big congrats to Peco and Acosta for a great weekend.
Will we ever see rat boy again? I don't like the guy very much, but I wouldn't want him to go out through injury.
Did anyone notice the helicopter, whoever was flying that is nuts!!! There was one camera shot from Fabio's bike where he was flying backwards down the main straight, he should have a chat with Honda about a GP ride
😁
Best
Jon
Must be big congrats to Peco and Acosta for a great weekend.
Will we ever see rat boy again? I don't like the guy very much, but I wouldn't want him to go out through injury.
Did anyone notice the helicopter, whoever was flying that is nuts!!! There was one camera shot from Fabio's bike where he was flying backwards down the main straight, he should have a chat with Honda about a GP ride
😁
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #549
Sounds like Mir is going to Honda, that could be interesting
Result for FQ that, only straight 4 up there. I find the Ducati straight line speed rather boring, takes away some of the excitement from corner over and undertakes, what it's all about for me
Great rides from the two rookies too
Sounds like Mir is going to Honda, that could be interesting
Result for FQ that, only straight 4 up there. I find the Ducati straight line speed rather boring, takes away some of the excitement from corner over and undertakes, what it's all about for me
Great rides from the two rookies too
In reply to Post #544
PROPER nutters...
if one has never been before, you got to go, its mental to watch
PROPER nutters...
if one has never been before, you got to go, its mental to watch
In reply to Post #551
Yep, nothing else like it Inc the northwest.
Moto2 felt for lowes
Yep, nothing else like it Inc the northwest.
Moto2 felt for lowes
In reply to Post #547
its getting to much like f1,all to do with image and press conferences..gone are the days when Scott Redding had a stupid haircut and colour each week..
its getting to much like f1,all to do with image and press conferences..gone are the days when Scott Redding had a stupid haircut and colour each week..
In reply to Post #553
Hicky on it 131.957mph lap.
Hicky on it 131.957mph lap.
In reply to Post #554
Mental, must have watched his on board lap when he broke the record last time about 20 plus times
Saw him in the BSB paddock last year, bit of banter, signed my program, wished him luck in the race, his chain snapped
As they say, the greatest show on earth. Let's hope they all ride safe (as they can)
131mph average, that's insane
Mental, must have watched his on board lap when he broke the record last time about 20 plus times
Saw him in the BSB paddock last year, bit of banter, signed my program, wished him luck in the race, his chain snapped
As they say, the greatest show on earth. Let's hope they all ride safe (as they can)
131mph average, that's insane
In reply to Post #555
Think he would have gone faster but session stopped due to fatality.
Think he would have gone faster but session stopped due to fatality.
Class act on a stunning machine.
Quartararo taken lead from Espargaro and Bagnaia out, long way to go yet, would like to have seen aprilia on top of the podium.
In reply to Post #558
https://fb.watch/dyMTMCDvVE/
https://fb.watch/dyMTMCDvVE/
In reply to Post #557
Saw the lap record bike at the NEC that year, machine
Watched first race last night, blew them away Hickman
Saw the lap record bike at the NEC that year, machine
Watched first race last night, blew them away Hickman
In reply to Post #560
Hicky 4 wins, Harrison on the podium after smashing the screen on the first lap, great race.
Hicky 4 wins, Harrison on the podium after smashing the screen on the first lap, great race.
Ratsack staying put.
Donnington today for WSB for me. Toprak treble, immense
And bike fans, whilst there I had a tour of the paddock. Had a chat with Johnathon Rea, Toprak and Scott Redding, pictures with them all too
And bike fans, whilst there I had a tour of the paddock. Had a chat with Johnathon Rea, Toprak and Scott Redding, pictures with them all too
In reply to Post #563
Very nice I bet that was very hot there
Very nice I bet that was very hot there
In reply to Post #564
Brilliant day mate, 32 degree, shorts and plenty of sun cream, fantastic
Brilliant day mate, 32 degree, shorts and plenty of sun cream, fantastic
In reply to Post #565
I would love to go and watch a moto gp race abroad but my mates are not interested.
I would love to go and watch a moto gp race abroad but my mates are not interested.
In reply to Post #566
Bang it on the bucket list pal, Take your missus or go alone, similar to me, my mates talk about it but won't do it 70% of the time, just crack on
I bet there's loads of options, fly over, hire a bike and ride the local roads etc etc!
Missed out myself, local dealer had something going with Ducati prior to Covid, visits to Misano, track day, full package etc, not seen it since
Bang it on the bucket list pal, Take your missus or go alone, similar to me, my mates talk about it but won't do it 70% of the time, just crack on
I bet there's loads of options, fly over, hire a bike and ride the local roads etc etc!
Missed out myself, local dealer had something going with Ducati prior to Covid, visits to Misano, track day, full package etc, not seen it since
In reply to Post #566
go to the TT mate...
go to the TT mate...
I'd concur with Joss, had my days of going to the TT now but different gravy to watching them ragging a bike around a track, weather can be very hit and miss though so if anyone does book up take everything from thermals to flip flops watch out for German bikers and locals. 
watch out for German bikers and locals.
In reply to Post #569
its un real isnt it mate.
i love the racetracks, lord knows ive sent enough time on them and watching, but the TT is out of this world experience
its un real isnt it mate.
i love the racetracks, lord knows ive sent enough time on them and watching, but the TT is out of this world experience
I've given up going to the circuits now, big events takes ages to get in and out, waiting for over priced food and drink, see a lot more of the action on telly. Enjoying the WSBK more that moto gp this year. IOM ultimate racing, scarey if you don't know what to expect and get almost within touching distance as they come past. Remember Rossi saying he couldn't believe the speed they were going on roads with flint walls and trees lining them.
In reply to Post #571
yeah the getting in and out of circuits can be a bit of a nightmere, as can booking the TT
yeah the getting in and out of circuits can be a bit of a nightmere, as can booking the TT
In reply to Post #572
Never thought I'd give up after following Foggy through his career. Never got to se you race unfortunately. Highlite of this year was five legends on their two strokes at Goodwood Festival of Speed, very emotional moment.
Never thought I'd give up after following Foggy through his career. Never got to se you race unfortunately. Highlite of this year was five legends on their two strokes at Goodwood Festival of Speed, very emotional moment.
In reply to Post #571
silverstone is the worst. I've been in and out with no probs at San Marino longest cues was for rossis shop and pizza restaurant. Catalunya is fine if you park up in montmelo town and not the circuit car parks.
silverstone is the worst. I've been in and out with no probs at San Marino longest cues was for rossis shop and pizza restaurant. Catalunya is fine if you park up in montmelo town and not the circuit car parks.
In reply to Post #566
talk your mates into the Malaysia race.1 or 2 nights in Kuala lumpa,taxi to the track and back, then a quick flight to Langkawi for a week.
talk your mates into the Malaysia race.1 or 2 nights in Kuala lumpa,taxi to the track and back, then a quick flight to Langkawi for a week.
In reply to Post #571
Echo that, WSBK has never been as competitive
MotoGP I watch but can say I'm buzzing to see the next round at the moment
Donnington had a good attendance yesterday which is very pleasing to see since there are less and less folks with big bikes. To be fair the prices around were not that extortionate either. Cracking circuit been a few times over the years, great memories too
BSB next for me
Echo that, WSBK has never been as competitive
MotoGP I watch but can say I'm buzzing to see the next round at the moment
Donnington had a good attendance yesterday which is very pleasing to see since there are less and less folks with big bikes. To be fair the prices around were not that extortionate either. Cracking circuit been a few times over the years, great memories too
BSB next for me
In reply to Post #576
My fav ever track in the Uk ive rode
My fav ever track in the Uk ive rode
In reply to Post #577
You been a racer at some point then Joss or track days?
Great circuit, every corner is pretty iconic for me
You been a racer at some point then Joss or track days?
Great circuit, every corner is pretty iconic for me
In reply to Post #578
Both mate
Both mate
In reply to Post #579
Nice one, what class were riding in, couple of my mates were racing at one time
Need to get my finger out and have a blast around Donnington, could do with a track day bike though, no wrecking my beautiful baby, Mate was telling me people from insurance companies go and watch nowadays and record all the registrations ffs
Nice one, what class were riding in, couple of my mates were racing at one time
Need to get my finger out and have a blast around Donnington, could do with a track day bike though, no wrecking my beautiful baby, Mate was telling me people from insurance companies go and watch nowadays and record all the registrations ffs
In reply to Post #577
Only did Donington, Silverstone, Thruxton but my favourite by a long way Brands Hatch.
Only did Donington, Silverstone, Thruxton but my favourite by a long way Brands Hatch.
In reply to Post #581
done most of the uk tracks
the abroad ones
Portimao
Cartagena
estoril
Parcmotor
Porto was by far my fav, followed closely by estoril for its elevations...Mad track
done most of the uk tracks
the abroad ones
Portimao
Cartagena
estoril
Parcmotor
Porto was by far my fav, followed closely by estoril for its elevations...Mad track
In reply to Post #582
Nurburgring over twenty years ago, scary fast with with all sorts on track at same time.
Nurburgring over twenty years ago, scary fast with with all sorts on track at same time.
In reply to Post #582
Nice one
My mate told me a story about Porto that made me laugh. He was on a practice session, litre bikes and thought he was fast, bloke past him on an R1 on the outside of one of the corners like he was stood and went on to leave him for dead, later talking to him in the pit lane he only had one arm
Think if I retired and had some brass there loads of circuits to ride, would love a blast around Phillip Island myself, corkscrew at Lagua Seca etc, wouldn't mind a blast around Aragon either 🏍
One thing like you say though, on TV you never get the same perspective of how a tracks goes up and down, blind summits and corners etc. until you see it for real
Nice one
My mate told me a story about Porto that made me laugh. He was on a practice session, litre bikes and thought he was fast, bloke past him on an R1 on the outside of one of the corners like he was stood and went on to leave him for dead, later talking to him in the pit lane he only had one arm
Think if I retired and had some brass there loads of circuits to ride, would love a blast around Phillip Island myself, corkscrew at Lagua Seca etc, wouldn't mind a blast around Aragon either 🏍
One thing like you say though, on TV you never get the same perspective of how a tracks goes up and down, blind summits and corners etc. until you see it for real
In reply to Post #583
Worked with a bloke who used to go there regular, he had a souped up golf, was on Top Gear with it. Mental place and crashes galore, very dangerous!
Worked with a bloke who used to go there regular, he had a souped up golf, was on Top Gear with it. Mental place and crashes galore, very dangerous!
In reply to Post #585
Not the same anymore I'm told. Used to be alsorts on track at same time from vans to tuned supercars.
Not the same anymore I'm told. Used to be alsorts on track at same time from vans to tuned supercars.
MM is back, 1 crash already and what a save in free practice 3, incredible
championship decider this weekend...im going for peco if he don't chuck it in the kitty litter. but, will miller and bastiani be helping or fighting him. even zarco could be in the mix and helping Quattro . overall hopefully will be a good and safe race.
In reply to Post #588
Ducati dominance MotoGP and WSB, straight line speed is ridiculous in comparison
I hope FQ wins it, to be fair Yamaha are due for a good race, not been competitive for a while now. Probably nailed on that FB wins it
Ducati dominance MotoGP and WSB, straight line speed is ridiculous in comparison
I hope FQ wins it, to be fair Yamaha are due for a good race, not been competitive for a while now. Probably nailed on that FB wins it
In reply to Post #589
Has this been the best wsbk season ever. ? While I loved it when foggy was racing this season has seen some incredible close racing.
Has this been the best wsbk season ever. ? While I loved it when foggy was racing this season has seen some incredible close racing.
In reply to Post #590
Agree
JR and Toprak, two of the best ever, had my picture took with them this year
Some of the best racing I have seen, every circuit it has been crazily close!
No doubt though, the Ducati needs some revs taking off it, up to and over 12 bikes lengths on the straights! Became a joke for me, close racing then on the straight leaves everybody for dead, thats the only reason AB has won it, good rider but not in the class of the other two
Went into my local dealer the other day to book my bike in for a service, nearly ended up with a Panigale V4
Agree
JR and Toprak, two of the best ever, had my picture took with them this year
Some of the best racing I have seen, every circuit it has been crazily close!
No doubt though, the Ducati needs some revs taking off it, up to and over 12 bikes lengths on the straights! Became a joke for me, close racing then on the straight leaves everybody for dead, thats the only reason AB has won it, good rider but not in the class of the other two
Went into my local dealer the other day to book my bike in for a service, nearly ended up with a Panigale V4
In reply to Post #591
Don't do the v4 pan, you will definitely lose your licence, got pulled by an unmarked while test riding a superduke GT a few months ago , luckily I spotted him pull out from his hideaway and slowed down while he followed me and eventually pulled me over and how fast were you going back there when you passed me. Obviously he didn't know so got off with a warning.
Don't do the v4 pan, you will definitely lose your licence, got pulled by an unmarked while test riding a superduke GT a few months ago , luckily I spotted him pull out from his hideaway and slowed down while he followed me and eventually pulled me over and how fast were you going back there when you passed me. Obviously he didn't know so got off with a warning.
In reply to Post #592
Mate has a super duke, nice bike to be fair
Posted before, my mate got pulled doing over the ton and he got away with it, speed awareness course
I'm not riding my bike enough, I've done 2,100 miles since I got it in 2021. As I see it now, a sports bike would be more useful for the summer. I sold my 2018 GSXR and wish I hadn't, now, the Panigale is very similar, riding position too, to be fair when I sat on it, it wasn't that bad, surprised me really. If I'm honest nothing wrong with the supersport other than it won't do more than 138 up over the mountain lol
What started me off was, i have been fancying and looking for a 1299 with full Akros, last of the V twins, just for the IOM and a few rides out, trouble is for a decent one with low miles you can pick a V4 up for similar
JR gets a win
Mate has a super duke, nice bike to be fair
Posted before, my mate got pulled doing over the ton and he got away with it, speed awareness course
I'm not riding my bike enough, I've done 2,100 miles since I got it in 2021. As I see it now, a sports bike would be more useful for the summer. I sold my 2018 GSXR and wish I hadn't, now, the Panigale is very similar, riding position too, to be fair when I sat on it, it wasn't that bad, surprised me really. If I'm honest nothing wrong with the supersport other than it won't do more than 138 up over the mountain lol
What started me off was, i have been fancying and looking for a 1299 with full Akros, last of the V twins, just for the IOM and a few rides out, trouble is for a decent one with low miles you can pick a V4 up for similar
JR gets a win
In reply to Post #593
Three nill for Ducati at the season opener.
Three nill for Ducati at the season opener.
In reply to Post #594
V4 power!
To be fair Batista won all the Phillip island races on his debut by a country mile. See what happens throughout the rest of the season, even more competitive, some more good riders and fast teams
Straight line speed of the Ducati with a flyweight is ridiculous
V4 power!
To be fair Batista won all the Phillip island races on his debut by a country mile. See what happens throughout the rest of the season, even more competitive, some more good riders and fast teams
Straight line speed of the Ducati with a flyweight is ridiculous
In reply to Post #595
Bautista again in race one.
Bautista again in race one.
In reply to Post #596
Bit of a shambles for Rea
Say one thing though, other than the Ducatis needing some revs taking off them,straight line speed is a bit of a piss take and takes the edge off it for me, it's competitive, quite a few in the mix. Locatteli looking good too
Bit of a shambles for Rea
Say one thing though, other than the Ducatis needing some revs taking off them,straight line speed is a bit of a piss take and takes the edge off it for me, it's competitive, quite a few in the mix. Locatteli looking good too
In reply to Post #597
Don't want revs lowered on the duke, they all work to the same regs so it's up to the other manufacturers to up their game. Would like to have seen JR switch manufacturer last season.
Don't want revs lowered on the duke, they all work to the same regs so it's up to the other manufacturers to up their game. Would like to have seen JR switch manufacturer last season.
In reply to Post #598
Can't see Rea going nowhere, all the data they must have is unreal, just need to sort the bike out for me
I would like to see him on a Ducati though just to see what they could really get out of it!
Can't see Rea going nowhere, all the data they must have is unreal, just need to sort the bike out for me
I would like to see him on a Ducati though just to see what they could really get out of it!
In reply to Post #599
You may find he couldn't ride it competitively but would have been interesting watching what he could do without all the setup data .
You may find he couldn't ride it competitively but would have been interesting watching what he could do without all the setup data .
MotoGP anybody?
Rat boy takes one out already
To be fair I hope he does well and FQ, Yamaha have some work to do there!
KTM looking better too
Rat boy takes one out already
To be fair I hope he does well and FQ, Yamaha have some work to do there!
KTM looking better too
In reply to Post #601
Enjoyed the race but can't help thinking MM will end up seriously injured or seriously injuring someone else.
Enjoyed the race but can't help thinking MM will end up seriously injured or seriously injuring someone else.
In reply to Post #602
Deffo wants it
If it's like last year I much preferred WSB. Needs somebody to shake it up a bit, Aprillia or Yamaha in the mix for me, saying that we had quite a few years of Repsol dominance
Deffo wants it
If it's like last year I much preferred WSB. Needs somebody to shake it up a bit, Aprillia or Yamaha in the mix for me, saying that we had quite a few years of Repsol dominance
sprint race needs ditching..
In reply to Post #604
Copying WSB. Not watched one as yet?
To be fair as a fan there for the weekend it has to be more entertaining that just the free practice and qualifiers on the Saturday
Copying WSB. Not watched one as yet?
To be fair as a fan there for the weekend it has to be more entertaining that just the free practice and qualifiers on the Saturday
In reply to Post #604
KTM win
VR46 second and third
Hopefully stops FB running away with it
Feel for FQ on the factory Yamaha, poor that
KTM win
VR46 second and third
Hopefully stops FB running away with it
Feel for FQ on the factory Yamaha, poor that
FB out again, amateurish lol
What a ride from Rins
3rd for Yamaha and FQ, good ride that, need some magic Yamaha
What a ride from Rins
3rd for Yamaha and FQ, good ride that, need some magic Yamaha
In reply to Post #607
JR on the limit all weekend payed the price race 2.
JR on the limit all weekend payed the price race 2.
In reply to Post #608
No catching Bautista this year. Great rider on best bike , hopefully it doesn't end up boring
No catching Bautista this year. Great rider on best bike , hopefully it doesn't end up boring
In reply to Post #608
Not good
Ducati straight line speed is crazy, like cheating. I see they are trying to get another 500rpm for the Kawasaki, they need it!
Ducati dominance
Saying that just bought myself a 1299 Panigale on a 17 plate, last of the big twins, I had been looking out for one for a while tbh
Not good
Ducati straight line speed is crazy, like cheating. I see they are trying to get another 500rpm for the Kawasaki, they need it!
Ducati dominance
Saying that just bought myself a 1299 Panigale on a 17 plate, last of the big twins, I had been looking out for one for a while tbh
In reply to Post #610
JR clearly had more corner entry and mid corner speed but was slower out of the corner. Vtwins always generated more mechanical grip and grunt than straight fours but lost out on top end but Ducati have the best of both with the v four.
JR clearly had more corner entry and mid corner speed but was slower out of the corner. Vtwins always generated more mechanical grip and grunt than straight fours but lost out on top end but Ducati have the best of both with the v four.
In reply to Post #611
I think they have done a lot of work with the Kawi, last season it was well off the mark, still sounds like he is suffering with front end grip though.
The V4 is some engine, I noticed FQ is feeling the pinch too, he has been vocal about Yamaha needing to bring out a V4, which I would love to see. Saying that, the cross plane crank is still one of the best sounding bikes around for me. Can't see a straight 4 been truly competitive for a while, Audi / Ducati have done some work on that V4 power plant and they are now reaping the rewards, like looking back to the 916 days
Saying that Honda have run a V4 for years. Somebody in the press was blaming MM for Hondas poor performance the other week, saying he was a great rider but he was poor at developing the bike
Qualifying and the sprint race today
I think they have done a lot of work with the Kawi, last season it was well off the mark, still sounds like he is suffering with front end grip though.
The V4 is some engine, I noticed FQ is feeling the pinch too, he has been vocal about Yamaha needing to bring out a V4, which I would love to see. Saying that, the cross plane crank is still one of the best sounding bikes around for me. Can't see a straight 4 been truly competitive for a while, Audi / Ducati have done some work on that V4 power plant and they are now reaping the rewards, like looking back to the 916 days
Saying that Honda have run a V4 for years. Somebody in the press was blaming MM for Hondas poor performance the other week, saying he was a great rider but he was poor at developing the bike
Qualifying and the sprint race today
In reply to Post #612
Good race with KTM 2nd and 3rd but close to a win.
Good race with KTM 2nd and 3rd but close to a win.
In reply to Post #613
Great ride from Binder, looking strong KTM, Hopefully mixes things up a bit!
Feel for FQ, that Yamaha is not at the races as the saying goes
Great ride from Binder, looking strong KTM, Hopefully mixes things up a bit!
Feel for FQ, that Yamaha is not at the races as the saying goes
In reply to Post #614
A Bautista T Razgatlioglu race one,two and sp, JR third in race one , fear it may all be over for the season unless something dramatic happens.
A Bautista T Razgatlioglu race one,two and sp, JR third in race one , fear it may all be over for the season unless something dramatic happens.
In reply to Post #615
Been away, got back today and watched all 3. Nobody has got a chance of competing with that v4 with a flyweight on it at the moment, saying that, he is getting the best out of the package
Rea and Toprak to fight it out for second, needs some luck though. Insane on the brakes TR again
Got my tickets for the Donnington round
Been away, got back today and watched all 3. Nobody has got a chance of competing with that v4 with a flyweight on it at the moment, saying that, he is getting the best out of the package
Rea and Toprak to fight it out for second, needs some luck though. Insane on the brakes TR again
Got my tickets for the Donnington round
In reply to Post #616
How moto gp has changed with the highest placed Japanese machine only seventh. Another DNF for MM I think his glory days in the sport are over as I can't see honda developing the bike enough to be competitive with him on it and as you say I don't think he has the knowledge to help in development.
How moto gp has changed with the highest placed Japanese machine only seventh. Another DNF for MM I think his glory days in the sport are over as I can't see honda developing the bike enough to be competitive with him on it and as you say I don't think he has the knowledge to help in development.
In reply to Post #617
FB out again!
That Honda is poor, Mir crashes out again, PE did nothing last year and I thought MM was nailed on for second until that, you could see it coming, it's was sliding all over losing grip
Even the independent Ducatis are extremely competitive!
Right about the jap bikes, Suzuki were close last year, Honda has no grip and the Yam has zero power in comparison, FQ said he had one overtaking opportunity and that was turn 4 running on the outside, flat as a fart. Reckon he will be gone soon if they don't give him a competitive machine
FB out again!
That Honda is poor, Mir crashes out again, PE did nothing last year and I thought MM was nailed on for second until that, you could see it coming, it's was sliding all over losing grip
Even the independent Ducatis are extremely competitive!
Right about the jap bikes, Suzuki were close last year, Honda has no grip and the Yam has zero power in comparison, FQ said he had one overtaking opportunity and that was turn 4 running on the outside, flat as a fart. Reckon he will be gone soon if they don't give him a competitive machine
In reply to Post #618
Toprak Razgatlioglu on a BMW , mistake with ducati's dominance?
Toprak Razgatlioglu on a BMW , mistake with ducati's dominance?
In reply to Post #619
Seen it, unbelievable that if im honest, guessing they are throwing the kitchen sink at WSB
I bet Yamaha are gutted
Saying that, you don't get many chances to become a world champion and you want a decent bike to be that man
Seen it, unbelievable that if im honest, guessing they are throwing the kitchen sink at WSB
I bet Yamaha are gutted
Saying that, you don't get many chances to become a world champion and you want a decent bike to be that man
In reply to Post #620
Yeah I do wonder what they have promised in terms of the bike.
Yeah I do wonder what they have promised in terms of the bike.
In reply to Post #621
Hickie's well and truly on it.
Hickie's well and truly on it.
TT is on ITV4 for any bike fans that are interested. Weather is looking good, should be super fast
Edit - wasn't expecting that. Michael Dunlop new lap record 135.5mph
Edit - wasn't expecting that. Michael Dunlop new lap record 135.5mph
In reply to Post #623
Thank he has been training and eating healthy for some now.
Thank he has been training and eating healthy for some now.
In reply to Post #624
First superbike race Dunlop looked incredible, so relaxed , Hicky impressive with a broken quickshifrter and having to pump the brakes to slow down mental.
First superbike race Dunlop looked incredible, so relaxed , Hicky impressive with a broken quickshifrter and having to pump the brakes to slow down mental.
In reply to Post #625
Dunlop means business. Straight off the start line, head on the tank, flat out!
Some good racing with the top 3 as expected all in the mix. I wish Dean Harrison would get a win, riding well as usual
Hicky wins super stock. Saw him at Donnington a few weeks ago at BSB, must be down to the luck I wished him, saying that the last time I did that his chain came off in the first race
Dunlop means business. Straight off the start line, head on the tank, flat out!
Some good racing with the top 3 as expected all in the mix. I wish Dean Harrison would get a win, riding well as usual
Hicky wins super stock. Saw him at Donnington a few weeks ago at BSB, must be down to the luck I wished him, saying that the last time I did that his chain came off in the first race
In reply to Post #626
Yeah I'd love to see Dean win another one, josh Brookes isn't having any luck at the moment either.
Yeah I'd love to see Dean win another one, josh Brookes isn't having any luck at the moment either.
Ducati dominance
FQ needs to leave Yamaha, NOW!
Jap bikes gone
FQ needs to leave Yamaha, NOW!
Jap bikes gone
In reply to Post #628
Super sprint was good, lots of elbows out. Hicky in the senior incredible, best TT ever.
Super sprint was good, lots of elbows out. Hicky in the senior incredible, best TT ever.
In reply to Post #628
If you look back through the history honda, Yamaha ect have had their times of dominance but unlike those Ducati have a policy of sharing their data with any teams using their bikes which maybe why there are so many of them on the grid.
If you look back through the history honda, Yamaha ect have had their times of dominance but unlike those Ducati have a policy of sharing their data with any teams using their bikes which maybe why there are so many of them on the grid.
In reply to Post #629
Weather was perfect again and some quick times by all. Some race the senior TT and another lap record. How long before somebody hits an average of 140mph lol
Weather was perfect again and some quick times by all. Some race the senior TT and another lap record. How long before somebody hits an average of 140mph lol
In reply to Post #630
Read something today which I found interesting. All about the aero dynamics according to KTM, Honda and Yamaha, apparently Suzuki could not afford to compete so the last year they let the engineers play around with the bikes and add wings etc. everybody is saying if they had the right aerodynamics they would be untouchable. Yamaha talking about chucking out because they cannot afford to compete, Honda in development with the F1 teams, KTM In F1 Red bull pocket and have some funding
Hears me thinking it's V4 power, I can smell some bull**** somewhere, our bikes are not at the races or we don't have the tech to compete?
Read something today which I found interesting. All about the aero dynamics according to KTM, Honda and Yamaha, apparently Suzuki could not afford to compete so the last year they let the engineers play around with the bikes and add wings etc. everybody is saying if they had the right aerodynamics they would be untouchable. Yamaha talking about chucking out because they cannot afford to compete, Honda in development with the F1 teams, KTM In F1 Red bull pocket and have some funding
Hears me thinking it's V4 power, I can smell some bull**** somewhere, our bikes are not at the races or we don't have the tech to compete?
Not been on the forum for a while, still been watching the GP though and somethings really irritating me greatly and it ends with Marquez on both counts. 1 of them with expectations and skill beyond his equipment but he just won't compromise.
Marc, I'll never like him after the Rossi incedent but as of late hes had me shouting at the screen. So his bike won't do what he wants it to do and he's more capable than the bike. Normally, falling off would serve as a warning but no, not even the threat of losing his sight is enough for his ego. So, if you have a rider that won't tone it down, with a bike that will go down the track in his hands because..err...they don't know why and a garage that lets him do it surely someone running the race should be looking at it. The amount of time he falls, causes craches and the potential for a serious injury is simply getting ridiculous. Who's protecting the other riders, it's shocking. It's not as if it's just the 1 incedent in the race, your watching it thinking not again, and even when it calmed down before he lost the front end I said to the Mrs he won't finish anyway, he'll bin it, he can't help himself.
Think it was Marc that could have T boned someone in this race on the corner when he went in too hot, with commentators saying it's happens getting caught up in the other bikes air streams...it probably does..but in his case.
I know he's a champion, I know he's a winner by nature but he has to say in his head , I'll do 6th as my bikes not good enough (unless something external happens to the better bikes).
Anyhoo. Miller, I so wish he could get it together on that bike, you see glimpses but he's not there and Zarco, very impressed, but I'm loving B&M @ 46, aren't they doing well
As for the bikes, wierd, now the Ducatis are turning can anyone stop them, always had the extra grunt for years over rivals. The F1 connection, I get it and if KTM get that power difference sorted they could verly likely dominate, looking very good.
We've got a couple of nice little twisty tracks coming up, S&E, should be very interesting...if I can block MM out of my head or he gets injured before the sprint ...only joking.
Marc, I'll never like him after the Rossi incedent but as of late hes had me shouting at the screen. So his bike won't do what he wants it to do and he's more capable than the bike. Normally, falling off would serve as a warning but no, not even the threat of losing his sight is enough for his ego. So, if you have a rider that won't tone it down, with a bike that will go down the track in his hands because..err...they don't know why and a garage that lets him do it surely someone running the race should be looking at it. The amount of time he falls, causes craches and the potential for a serious injury is simply getting ridiculous. Who's protecting the other riders, it's shocking. It's not as if it's just the 1 incedent in the race, your watching it thinking not again, and even when it calmed down before he lost the front end I said to the Mrs he won't finish anyway, he'll bin it, he can't help himself.
Think it was Marc that could have T boned someone in this race on the corner when he went in too hot, with commentators saying it's happens
getting caught up in the other bikes air streams...it probably does..but in his case. I know he's a champion, I know he's a winner by nature but he has to say in his head , I'll do 6th as my bikes not good enough (unless something external happens to the better bikes).
Anyhoo. Miller, I so wish he could get it together on that bike, you see glimpses but he's not there and Zarco, very impressed, but I'm loving B&M @ 46, aren't they doing well
As for the bikes, wierd, now the Ducatis are turning can anyone stop them, always had the extra grunt for years over rivals. The F1 connection, I get it and if KTM get that power difference sorted they could verly likely dominate, looking very good.
We've got a couple of nice little twisty tracks coming up, S&E, should be very interesting...if I can block MM out of my head or he gets injured before the sprint
...only joking.
In reply to Post #633
MM must be the costliest rider any team has ever employed, not just the salary he commands but the repair bills must be horrendous. Thing if you were a team boss with bikes capable of winning would you gamble on him if the opportunity to take him on came your way ?
MM must be the costliest rider any team has ever employed, not just the salary he commands but the repair bills must be horrendous. Thing if you were a team boss with bikes capable of winning would you gamble on him if the opportunity to take him on came your way ?
In reply to Post #634
Personally, NO. If he had the straight line power he still wouldn't have the ability to late brake like Bagnaia, maybe he could learn and I'm being a bit harsh. I'm fairly certain he wouldn't think twice of trying though even if he knew he wasn't there yet, that's not drive, that's recklessness.
On a different note, Zarco, I wish he'd get his timing to push those tires right, could be a exciting dark horse if he does.
Personally, NO. If he had the straight line power he still wouldn't have the ability to late brake like Bagnaia, maybe he could learn and I'm being a bit harsh. I'm fairly certain he wouldn't think twice of trying though even if he knew he wasn't there yet, that's not drive, that's recklessness.
On a different note, Zarco, I wish he'd get his timing to push those tires right, could be a exciting dark horse if he does.
In reply to Post #633
Marc, I'll never like him after the Rossi incedent but as of late hes had me shouting at the screen
Super competitive but always been a dirty rat for me
Reckless is another word. I agree, he is involved in a lot of crashes. He was claiming he could only find the limit of the bike by crashing it out, fair point if he is not taking others out but he is crashing out all the time and some of the dives up the inside just show a desperate man for me
I am certain that the Honda has been developed for MM because Mir is a good rider and is getting nothing out of it. Like mentioned, must be an expensive game for Honda!
I am having my doubts now about if he will ever win a championship again myself, Honda's demise with MM and Yamaha's straight 4. I can only see KTM or Aprillia been a serious challenge to Ducati for a a while now. Makes you wonder if Japanese manufacturers have stagnated whilst Ducati and Audi have developed something very special in the V4. Bearing in mind Honda have run a V4 for a long time!
Marc, I'll never like him after the Rossi incedent but as of late hes had me shouting at the screen
Super competitive but always been a dirty rat for me
Reckless is another word. I agree, he is involved in a lot of crashes. He was claiming he could only find the limit of the bike by crashing it out, fair point if he is not taking others out but he is crashing out all the time and some of the dives up the inside just show a desperate man for me
I am certain that the Honda has been developed for MM because Mir is a good rider and is getting nothing out of it. Like mentioned, must be an expensive game for Honda!
I am having my doubts now about if he will ever win a championship again myself, Honda's demise with MM and Yamaha's straight 4. I can only see KTM or Aprillia been a serious challenge to Ducati for a a while now. Makes you wonder if Japanese manufacturers have stagnated whilst Ducati and Audi have developed something very special in the V4. Bearing in mind Honda have run a V4 for a long time!
You don't get to win six Moto GP world championships without a huge amount of talent but I think the bike was then the best out there and had been tailored to suit him as nobody else could match his success. Things moved on though and rival manufacturers caught up , Ducati always had the performance but only Casey stoner could ride it but now they have improved it's handling and made all that power more user friendly. Always been a Ducati fan and Audi have helped refine them and bring reliability they once lacked but for me they've lost a little of their character that made me love them.
Great ride by JM today
In reply to Post #638
Agreed and five crashes for MM.
Agreed and five crashes for MM.
In reply to Post #639
Yep, how can he blame the bike for rear ending someone
It was embarrassing, you could almost hear his brain whirring, stare at the bike, no that'll look silly so I'll half heartedly gesticulate at the other rider...
I do hope Bez can do the double today, he didn't seem that confident in his post race.
As for the Ducati, how they can still be the fastest on the straight by some way is just crazy though KTM seem to be catching up.
Edit, did you see Bez blast past Bag on that corner, I could have sworn he was going wide, thats a lesson in late braking I didnt think was possible, but it is the sprint, perhaps Bag didn't want to push it.
Yep, how can he blame the bike for rear ending someone
It was embarrassing, you could almost hear his brain whirring, stare at the bike, no that'll look silly so I'll half heartedly gesticulate at the other rider...
I do hope Bez can do the double today, he didn't seem that confident in his post race.
As for the Ducati, how they can still be the fastest on the straight by some way is just crazy though KTM seem to be catching up.
Edit, did you see Bez blast past Bag on that corner, I could have sworn he was going wide, thats a lesson in late braking I didnt think was possible, but it is the sprint, perhaps Bag didn't want to push it.
In reply to Post #640
Prila and KTM third and fourth, has the Japanese era come to an end ?
Prila and KTM third and fourth, has the Japanese era come to an end ?
well chuffed for Jake Dixon,what a ride..well pished of with race control though. demoting brad binder twice from 3rd place, in the sprint then again in main race. ok rules are rules but that track seriously needs some of the green paint removed in places. and race control need to re look at acostas long lap penalty in the Moto 2 race. or is it because Acosta is going to be dornas next mm..
In reply to Post #641
I think so for the moment, just hope they become a bit more competitive for next season.
Just read Quat has a long lap penalty at Silverstone for taking out Espargaro. Personally I thought there was room for him to try it, losing the front end was incedental, it didn't seem like he went to fast in but I guess its conjecture.
Might have my wires crossed here but that long lap where he went in the green, if rules are rules.....
Marc Marquez declaring himself fit with 2 broken ribs, what are Honda thinking, simply shocking, glad race directors stepped in.
Jake Dixon, I was rooting for him, is it 9 third places before finally getting his win, thats what you call quite consistent. The futures looking very bright indeed.
I think so for the moment, just hope they become a bit more competitive for next season.
Just read Quat has a long lap penalty at Silverstone for taking out Espargaro. Personally I thought there was room for him to try it, losing the front end was incedental, it didn't seem like he went to fast in but I guess its conjecture.
Might have my wires crossed here but that long lap where he went in the green, if rules are rules.....
Marc Marquez declaring himself fit with 2 broken ribs, what are Honda thinking, simply shocking, glad race directors stepped in.
Jake Dixon, I was rooting for him, is it 9 third places before finally getting his win, thats what you call quite consistent. The futures looking very bright indeed.
In reply to Post #643
Despirattion for MM and honda, after five crashes last week ,maybe there should be a rule limiting the number of times you can crash at each venue.
Despirattion for MM and honda, after five crashes last week ,maybe there should be a rule limiting the number of times you can crash at each venue.
In reply to Post #643
The rules of the long lap penalty is the rider must keep in-between the white lines. Acosta crossed them and hit the outside green paint so should of had to re take it.
The rules of the long lap penalty is the rider must keep in-between the white lines. Acosta crossed them and hit the outside green paint so should of had to re take it.
In reply to Post #644
I think mm will leave Honda for another team next season. Or listen to his grandad and retire.
I think mm will leave Honda for another team next season. Or listen to his grandad and retire.
In reply to Post #644
maybe there should be a rule limiting the number of times you can crash at each venue.
Maybe that's Hondas bank balance, got to sell a lot of bikes to fund that lot, say 100k a crash
Anybody hear Neil Hodgson comments about the Ducati, even on the slower tracks they are still quick now due to them squaring off and just using the power to drive out of them
Rat boy and Honda just seem in a total mess, don't know where they are going and as for Yamaha, gone!
maybe there should be a rule limiting the number of times you can crash at each venue.
Maybe that's Hondas bank balance, got to sell a lot of bikes to fund that lot, say 100k a crash
Anybody hear Neil Hodgson comments about the Ducati, even on the slower tracks they are still quick now due to them squaring off and just using the power to drive out of them
Rat boy and Honda just seem in a total mess, don't know where they are going and as for Yamaha, gone!
In reply to Post #647
Think a 100k is conservative bearing in mind an engine is 200 to 250k and frame and swing arm 500k brakes 70k all in euros but who knows what it actually costs honda.
Think a 100k is conservative bearing in mind an engine is 200 to 250k and frame and swing arm 500k brakes 70k all in euros but who knows what it actually costs honda.
In reply to Post #648
love it
love it
In reply to Post #648
Be interesting to see how it pans out for Honda and MM, as they say, nobody bigger than the name over the door
Be interesting to see how it pans out for Honda and MM, as they say, nobody bigger than the name over the door
In reply to Post #650
Personally I think the future isn't to bright for the Japanese manufacturers in Moto GP unless they have a big resurgence in sales to fund development and invest in bringing riders on like Rossi is doing with his race school. Would love to see April's get some serious funding long term to invest in more development.
Personally I think the future isn't to bright for the Japanese manufacturers in Moto GP unless they have a big resurgence in sales to fund development and invest in bringing riders on like Rossi is doing with his race school. Would love to see April's get some serious funding long term to invest in more development.
In reply to Post #651
I wouldn't be surprised if Honda were not back at the top in a couple of years, massive funding and they can't say it's the V4, they have been running one for years!
I would love to see Aprillia win one too, stunning bike that sounds immense. Yamaha needs something radical by the looks of it, they have the rider if they can keep him, already lost TR in WSB. Donnington this weekend for me
I wouldn't be surprised if Honda were not back at the top in a couple of years, massive funding and they can't say it's the V4, they have been running one for years!
I would love to see Aprillia win one too, stunning bike that sounds immense. Yamaha needs something radical by the looks of it, they have the rider if they can keep him, already lost TR in WSB. Donnington this weekend for me
In reply to Post #651
I cant see monies affecting Honda too much, I would imagine it pales into insignificance compared to worldwide moped sales/revenue
Has the U.k market changed a lot since the mid O's? It was nearly all Asian back then, Ducs were expensive to service...and the intervals
I'd love to see BMW and Kwakkers in the mix, naturally Suzis back too.
I'm not sure where the GP is going tbh. There clearly aren't enough manufacturers to make it a full field, the answer, concessions and satellite teams.....hmmm.
Quite frankly I don't care who finishes past say 6th unless its a tight field.
Is GP getting above its station, prohibitively too expensive?
I think GP would be more interesting if the bikes were the same base with tweaks and riders making the difference.
To that end the Mrs said it'd be interesting if there was a race where all the bikes were the same, rotated through manufacturers/satellites per race and it was the riders who made the difference.
I cant see monies affecting Honda too much, I would imagine it pales into insignificance compared to worldwide moped sales/revenue
Has the U.k market changed a lot since the mid O's? It was nearly all Asian back then, Ducs were expensive to service...and the intervals
I'd love to see BMW and Kwakkers in the mix, naturally Suzis back too.
I'm not sure where the GP is going tbh. There clearly aren't enough manufacturers to make it a full field, the answer, concessions and satellite teams.....hmmm.
Quite frankly I don't care who finishes past say 6th unless its a tight field.
Is GP getting above its station, prohibitively too expensive?
I think GP would be more interesting if the bikes were the same base with tweaks and riders making the difference.
To that end the Mrs said it'd be interesting if there was a race where all the bikes were the same, rotated through manufacturers/satellites per race and it was the riders who made the difference.
In reply to Post #653
Asia is a massive market and honda are being pushed further down the sales leader leader every year and I think unless they can get an electric commuter model to compete with the Chinese they will slip further behind.
Asia is a massive market and honda are being pushed further down the sales leader leader every year and I think unless they can get an electric commuter model to compete with the Chinese they will slip further behind.
In reply to Post #654
I think unless they can get an electric commuter model
You had to use that word didn't you doing my best 'spit the dog' impression, aka a Carragher to us ex Mancs
Oh, you've started me off......How could anyone be proud of owning a electric vehicle, the claim of saving the planet while paying for companies to employ modern day slaves mining Nickel on 30p a hour (if they're lucky) some as young as 6...but if you were part of the slave trade from the 1800's your pure evil and any modern descendants must pay retributions...hypocrisy.
Or mining Cobalt from deep sea areas that haven't even been explored yet, where their attention was drawn by crustaceans (unknow to science) that decorated their bodies with the bright blue stuff.
The day GP goes electric will be the day I switch off, as have most reading this
I think unless they can get an electric commuter model
You had to use that word didn't you
doing my best 'spit the dog' impression, aka a Carragher to us ex Mancs Oh, you've started me off......How could anyone be proud of owning a electric vehicle, the claim of saving the planet while paying for companies to employ modern day slaves mining Nickel on 30p a hour (if they're lucky) some as young as 6...but if you were part of the slave trade from the 1800's your pure evil and any modern descendants must pay retributions...hypocrisy.
Or mining Cobalt from deep sea areas that haven't even been explored yet, where their attention was drawn by crustaceans (unknow to science) that decorated their bodies with the bright blue stuff.
The day GP goes electric will be the day I switch off, as have most reading this
In reply to Post #655
How could anyone be proud of owning a electric vehicle 100%
Hairdryers
For me a bike is, what it looks like, what it sounds like and what it goes like!
Long live petrol
How could anyone be proud of owning a electric vehicle 100%
Hairdryers
For me a bike is, what it looks like, what it sounds like and what it goes like!
Long live petrol
In reply to Post #656
Agreed but sadly the future is electric and even Ferrari have hybrid road cars now that out perform their petrol cars.
Agreed but sadly the future is electric and even Ferrari have hybrid road cars now that out perform their petrol cars.
In reply to Post #656
Agreed but sadly the future is electric and even Ferrari have hybrid road cars now that out perform their petrol cars.
Agreed but sadly the future is electric and even Ferrari have hybrid road cars now that out perform their petrol cars.
WSB on Sunday for me, some great racing and JR in the mix and after the last race TR rides straight past me at the foggy esses on the front wheel and then stops it mid air, got a great picture ✊
Just read, Tom Sykes had a massive high side at the Coppice in the last race, red flagged it, took Rinaldi out too, sadly, says 10 broken ribs and some other damage, that's him done I guess, dangerous game when it all goes wrong
Just read, Tom Sykes had a massive high side at the Coppice in the last race, red flagged it, took Rinaldi out too, sadly, says 10 broken ribs and some other damage, that's him done I guess, dangerous game when it all goes wrong
In reply to Post #659
Yeah bad one for Sykes as you say leg is bad as well by the sound of it.
Yeah bad one for Sykes as you say leg is bad as well by the sound of it.
In reply to Post #658
There are some stupidly fast electric cars out there, my god
Saw a chap has just taken the land speed record with a steam powered motorbike (I kid you not)! Built in his garage and it looks bloody good. (To me)
here
Edit, said garage in another tabloid, obv not by this link.
There are some stupidly fast electric cars out there, my god
Saw a chap has just taken the land speed record with a steam powered motorbike (I kid you not)! Built in his garage and it looks bloody good. (To me)
here
Edit, said garage in another tabloid, obv not by this link.
What's the standing 1/4 of a mile 7.6 seconds, must have warmed the tyres up to get that steam power down and that time lol
Top end 180mph, could pass that on my back wheel on the Ducati lol
You have to love people who like to tinker, crackers
Top end 180mph, could pass that on my back wheel on the Ducati lol
You have to love people who like to tinker, crackers
In reply to Post #662
Doubt it, the vapour trail would see your Ducati electrics failing aaand shedding its paint in no time.
Doubt it, the vapour trail would see your Ducati electrics failing aaand shedding its paint in no time.
In reply to Post #663
Honda commented that MM could leave before his contract ends if he wanted too, talk was he may goo to KTM but with his lack of development skills would they have the budget for all the repairs he may cost them.
Honda commented that MM could leave before his contract ends if he wanted too, talk was he may goo to KTM but with his lack of development skills would they have the budget for all the repairs he may cost them.
In reply to Post #663
In reply to Post #664
Reckon it's the dump for me sadly
Reckon it's the dump for me sadly
In reply to Post #664
Interesting....why is it I hope he doesn't get a good ride...oh yes...the Rossi incident....I'll never forgive him
Interesting....why is it I hope he doesn't get a good ride...oh yes...the Rossi incident....I'll never forgive him
In reply to Post #667
Crashing out race two win for Oggy, not sure going to BMW is a wise choice
Crashing out race two win for Oggy, not sure going to BMW is a wise choice
In reply to Post #668
The man gets better and better, has to be one of the best riders on the planet at the moment. It's a surprise he had left Yamaha as that was an open door to MotoGP if he wanted it. No complaints from me, WSB is where it's at, at the moment for me, some of the best racing I have seen in a long time, so competitive and everybody riding on the limit
Sliding it into nearly every corner lol, incredible, not to mention the brakes!
The man gets better and better, has to be one of the best riders on the planet at the moment. It's a surprise he had left Yamaha as that was an open door to MotoGP if he wanted it. No complaints from me, WSB is where it's at, at the moment for me, some of the best racing I have seen in a long time, so competitive and everybody riding on the limit
Sliding it into nearly every corner lol, incredible, not to mention the brakes!
In reply to Post #669
Yeah wsbk and the road racing for me, imatra was great to watch and a great ride by Hicky.
Yeah wsbk and the road racing for me, imatra was great to watch and a great ride by Hicky.
In reply to Post #670
Wsbk Rea win , both races and superpole were superb.
Wsbk Rea win , both races and superpole were superb.
In reply to Post #671
By far the best racing, MotoGP pretty flat at the moment for me!
Good results for Rea, needed them, too late though, reckon he might be going to Yamaha? Needs a competitive bike ASAP if he wants to challenge for another title
Toprak the great, what a rider, 2nd race, had to laugh at Batista, straight line power from behind, passes him then he does him on the brakes, every time lol, far superior rider, shame the jap bikes don't have the straight line speed!
By far the best racing, MotoGP pretty flat at the moment for me!
Good results for Rea, needed them, too late though, reckon he might be going to Yamaha? Needs a competitive bike ASAP if he wants to challenge for another title
Toprak the great, what a rider, 2nd race, had to laugh at Batista, straight line power from behind, passes him then he does him on the brakes, every time lol, far superior rider, shame the jap bikes don't have the straight line speed!
In reply to Post #672
Will be interesting to see if raz can get the BMW to handle on the brakes the way the yam does. See Tarran Mackenzie has got a ride in suzuka endurance race.
Will be interesting to see if raz can get the BMW to handle on the brakes the way the yam does. See Tarran Mackenzie has got a ride in suzuka endurance race.
In reply to Post #673
Got the win in the WSB super sport TM, rookie ride, up the Brits
Got the win in the WSB super sport TM, rookie ride, up the Brits
Hi All
Anybody else feeling a bit flat with the new commentators on the moto gp racing?
I don't know who any of them are, but for me they are boring as hell
Best
Jon
Anybody else feeling a bit flat with the new commentators on the moto gp racing?
I don't know who any of them are, but for me they are boring as hell
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #675
Agreed but think they are changing soon ? TM did good in the suzuka.
Agreed but think they are changing soon ? TM did good in the suzuka.
MotoGP pretty flat at the moment for me!
Glad it's not just me thinking that, however Silverstone peaked my interest again, fabulous, got a bit of my GP mojo back
Commentators...hmm..half the time they're contradict themselves
and the camera angles haven't been great lately, as for the race directors choice of duels to watch it's been infuriating at times!
I need a spell checker
Glad it's not just me thinking that, however Silverstone peaked my interest again, fabulous, got a bit of my GP mojo back
Commentators...hmm..half the time they're contradict themselves
and the camera angles haven't been great lately, as for the race directors choice of duels to watch it's been infuriating at times!
I need a spell checker
In reply to Post #677
Good weekend BSB thruxton.
Good weekend BSB thruxton.
In reply to Post #678
Still haven't got round to watching it, caught a 10 second clip live that's about it :-(
Still haven't got round to watching it, caught a 10 second clip live that's about it :-(
In reply to Post #678
Like the BMW series, wouldn't mind a crack at that lol
Like the BMW series, wouldn't mind a crack at that lol
In reply to Post #680
Go for it, have you a race licence ? Interesting what MM said about KTM but if he really believes it why not go to them next season when honda said they wouldn't stand in his way.
Go for it, have you a race licence ? Interesting what MM said about KTM but if he really believes it why not go to them next season when honda said they wouldn't stand in his way.
Last race back to the same order of things....boredom for me
Most exciting bit was Bezzecchi near high side, was it on the 1st corner...hmm
Missed the Sprint and based on the GP didn't watch it, how bad is that !
Most exciting bit was Bezzecchi near high side, was it on the 1st corner...hmm
Missed the Sprint and based on the GP didn't watch it, how bad is that !
In reply to Post #682
Did see the rumour MM on an MV in 2025 season via KTM.
Agree getting boring ,the Manx GP qualy is good with 230+ classic lap.
Did see the rumour MM on an MV in 2025 season via KTM.
Agree getting boring ,the Manx GP qualy is good with 230+ classic lap.
In reply to Post #682
Ducati dominance
The best rider for me is on a Yamaha towing his nuts off
Ducati dominance
The best rider for me is on a Yamaha towing his nuts off
In reply to Post #679
Finally got to watch Thruxton, that Ohalloran is something else, the rest of the field might as well give up when it came to those 3 corners Didn't get to see Cardwell but caught the Motorad there, again not too exciting.
I'll have a nosey for the MM rumours, not been keeping up to date last couple of weeks :-(
Finally got to watch Thruxton, that Ohalloran is something else, the rest of the field might as well give up when it came to those 3 corners
Didn't get to see Cardwell but caught the Motorad there, again not too exciting.I'll have a nosey for the MM rumours, not been keeping up to date last couple of weeks :-(
In reply to Post #685
Great rider JOH, meet him a couple of times, proper nice guy, great rider ☝️
The Yamaha is lacking otherwise he would win everything
Great rider JOH, meet him a couple of times, proper nice guy, great rider ☝️
The Yamaha is lacking otherwise he would win everything
Bagnaia o.k for Misano, he's a tough lad. I wasn't expecting that or the domino effect of the crash, not seen a proper high side like that for a while.
Apart from that the race was better down the pecking order, some good tussels, when we got to see them. Not sure what fun there is to be had watching a race leader 1.5 seconds ahead with the odd pan to the 2nd place.
Apart from that the race was better down the pecking order, some good tussels, when we got to see them. Not sure what fun there is to be had watching a race leader 1.5 seconds ahead with the odd pan to the 2nd place.
In reply to Post #687
MM on a Ducati next season and Johnathan ray Yamaha.
MM on a Ducati next season and Johnathan ray Yamaha.
Hi All,
I think the phrase is "you can never relive your childhood"
But I did this weekend, thank you Mr Pedrosa for taking years off my life for a couple of days
Never the #1 legend as that goes to Vali for me, but you truly are a legend in your own right
Probably one of the greatest race weekends ever
Best
Jon
I think the phrase is "you can never relive your childhood"
But I did this weekend, thank you Mr Pedrosa for taking years off my life for a couple of days
Never the #1 legend as that goes to Vali for me, but you truly are a legend in your own right
Probably one of the greatest race weekends ever
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #688
I had seen that. That's Kawasaki ****ed!
See if he can get more out of it than TR. They must have promised him something
Mr Honda on a Ducati, is it a factory ride, could be interesting that, the dirty rat strikes again
I had seen that. That's Kawasaki ****ed!
See if he can get more out of it than TR. They must have promised him something
Mr Honda on a Ducati, is it a factory ride, could be interesting that, the dirty rat strikes again
Hi Scozza
My "man in the paddock" said rat boy has signed a big money pre contract deal with Faenza which is dependant on them getting the ducati deal.
Can't see him riding a 1 year old bike personally, but I wouldn't put much past the slimey little sh#t
Best
Jon
My "man in the paddock" said rat boy has signed a big money pre contract deal with Faenza which is dependant on them getting the ducati deal.
Can't see him riding a 1 year old bike personally, but I wouldn't put much past the slimey little sh#t
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #691
That's interesting, I wouldn't though he would be in it for the money. I think he has one last title in him!
To do it on a non factory bike is some ask though!
That's interesting, I wouldn't though he would be in it for the money. I think he has one last title in him!
To do it on a non factory bike is some ask though!
In reply to Post #689
You're not wrong really enjoyed watching him and was rooting for a podium, would have been too good to be true!
What a little gem they've got in India, all that build up about it probably not being ready and then it turns out like that! Shame for Marini in the sprint, didn't look that bad but after some of the lucky escapes for riders lately being reminded they're human isn't a bad thing.
What the hell were Dorna thinking* with Jorge Martin, delaying the podium ceromony, he shouldn't have been on it, disgraceful.
10 year anniversary of Marco Simoncelli's death on the 23rd, what could have been
Where does the time go!
* not actually asking, just in disbelief they'd do that
You're not wrong really enjoyed watching him and was rooting for a podium, would have been too good to be true!
What a little gem they've got in India, all that build up about it probably not being ready and then it turns out like that! Shame for Marini in the sprint, didn't look that bad but after some of the lucky escapes for riders lately being reminded they're human isn't a bad thing.
What the hell were Dorna thinking* with Jorge Martin, delaying the podium ceromony, he shouldn't have been on it, disgraceful.
10 year anniversary of Marco Simoncelli's death on the 23rd, what could have been
Where does the time go!
* not actually asking, just in disbelief they'd do that
Watched the Japanese sprint, same old pecking order, excluding Jorge (what are they feeding him)...lol.
Mrs said I'm watching the GP....I'm thinking I might give it a miss....but then....rain
More excitement in half a race than in 2 normal dry ones.
Really sad saying that, something needs mixing up, the status quo is getting boring.
Mrs said I'm watching the GP....I'm thinking I might give it a miss....but then....rain
More excitement in half a race than in 2 normal dry ones.
Really sad saying that, something needs mixing up, the status quo is getting boring.
Hi All
Just woke up to the news that rat boy is swapping €12 million and a factory ride for €2million and a second hand ducati.
Can't wait to see how this turns out
Best
Jon
Just woke up to the news that rat boy is swapping €12 million and a factory ride for €2million and a second hand ducati.
Can't wait to see how this turns out
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #695
I wasn't expecting that, looks like he didn't get his way.
Only a 1 year deal and couldn't take his techs.
I'm quite looking forward to seeing what he can do from a racing perspective, I think there's some life in ratty
I wasn't expecting that, looks like he didn't get his way.
Only a 1 year deal and couldn't take his techs.
I'm quite looking forward to seeing what he can do from a racing perspective, I think there's some life in ratty
In reply to Post #695
To be fair the none factory Ducati are competitive. Ducati ain't going to bring rat boy in to upset their boys
Be interesting because for me he still wants it, deffo not in it for the money, more likely the passion which you have to respect that bearing in mind his medical conditions
To be fair the none factory Ducati are competitive. Ducati ain't going to bring rat boy in to upset their boys
Be interesting because for me he still wants it, deffo not in it for the money, more likely the passion which you have to respect that bearing in mind his medical conditions
Well, that was a bit more like it
Wth was that corner all about, I'd love to know if they ever find out a reason for the riders dropping there. It was almost as if there was a area with absolutely no feedback to the riders very odd. All the comments on the track being dirty, not really buying that from Donna. Surely they have a very basic responsibility to the riders and fans to ensure the track is at least as clean as it could be. Kept bleating on how it was such a narrow track due to only having grip on the racing line, yes....but on other tracks there is much more grip off it. Not sure I've seen such a dusty looking track.
Wth was that corner all about, I'd love to know if they ever find out a reason for the riders dropping there. It was almost as if there was a area with absolutely no feedback to the riders very odd. All the comments on the track being dirty, not really buying that from Donna. Surely they have a very basic responsibility to the riders and fans to ensure the track is at least as clean as it could be. Kept bleating on how it was such a narrow track due to only having grip on the racing line, yes....but on other tracks there is much more grip off it. Not sure I've seen such a dusty looking track.
Made up for Zarco and Digi, again another good race. I know what Martin was trying to do but I'm surprised he couldn't make it stick. Think Michellin need to go. I don't get the excuses about not having tyres for a certain track, it's not as if they don't tend for the contract not knowing what tracks will be used, granted some are added but on the whole.
The tyre situation is coming in to play more and more, sadly its starting to get like F1 with tyre strategies winning races and not the riders skill! Pleased for Zarco though
Cmon Jorge Martin, would I love to see him beat factory Bagnia at to post
In reply to Post #701
Cracker wasn't it
I'm beginning to become a real fan of those wider tracks, so much more opportunity to make it a interesting race.
I thought A Marquez was a complete tool, has he been taking lessons from M, god help the other riders next year with 2 idiots on the track, but I live in hope!
Cant remember if it was this race or the last where Bagnaia past both those other riders in the corner...pure class
I was convinced Martin would bin it, hats off to him!
Here's to more races like that, should be a thrilling climax.
Cracker wasn't it
I'm beginning to become a real fan of those wider tracks, so much more opportunity to make it a interesting race.
I thought A Marquez was a complete tool, has he been taking lessons from M, god help the other riders next year with 2 idiots on the track, but I live in hope!
Cant remember if it was this race or the last where Bagnaia past both those other riders in the corner...pure class
I was convinced Martin would bin it, hats off to him!
Here's to more races like that, should be a thrilling climax.
Hi All
WTF luca in talks to replace rat boy at Honda???
Valentino will be fuming!!!!
Best
Jon
WTF luca in talks to replace rat boy at Honda???
Valentino will be fuming!!!!
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #703
The commentators on BT were saying it's because he feels he's too far down the pecking order at Ducati. Not sure I'd swap the VR46 for the Honda but he must have been told or be expectant of that Honda being more competitive. TBH you never know, there have been un ridable bikes that have been tamed by individuals.
The commentators on BT were saying it's because he feels he's too far down the pecking order at Ducati. Not sure I'd swap the VR46 for the Honda but he must have been told or be expectant of that Honda being more competitive. TBH you never know, there have been un ridable bikes that have been tamed by individuals.
In reply to Post #703
Honda will not intend been in the shadows for long, massive for them now, they have had the poster boy for a long time, not now!
Honda will not intend been in the shadows for long, massive for them now, they have had the poster boy for a long time, not now!
Made up for Digi, he's had some terrible luck. I cant believe he's potentially losing a ride while others keep circulating who've never got close to a podium.
Edit, and wth with Jorge .....someone from Ducati fettle with his bike then....hmmm
Edit, and wth with Jorge
.....someone from Ducati fettle with his bike then....hmmm
In reply to Post #706
Dodgy tyre apparently!! How convenient for the factory team!! would be a shame if Digi doesn't get a ride in moto gp next year, proof has been there all season that moto gp is a big step up from moto 2!
Dodgy tyre apparently!! How convenient for the factory team!! would be a shame if Digi doesn't get a ride in moto gp next year, proof has been there all season that moto gp is a big step up from moto 2!
In reply to Post #707
Dodgy tyre apparently!! How convenient for the factory team!!
Isn't it just. He certainly seemed to be shaking his head a lot during the race and at the end he looked like he was indicating it was spinning.
What were all those wierd dashboard messages about too, mapping 8 for no reason, 0000 on the boards
Dodgy tyre apparently!! How convenient for the factory team!!
Isn't it just. He certainly seemed to be shaking his head a lot during the race and at the end he looked like he was indicating it was spinning.
What were all those wierd dashboard messages about too, mapping 8 for no reason, 0000 on the boards
The leopard team didn't deserve that moto 3. Very dirty riding,I agree rubbing is racing but 4 times asaki pushed wide.
In reply to Post #706
Was a great ride for Digi
I hope JM wins, great rider and seems a really nice fella. I wouldn't put it past some factory sabotage though, let's hope FB slide out of the main race. JM deserves the title
Was a great ride for Digi
I hope JM wins, great rider and seems a really nice fella. I wouldn't put it past some factory sabotage though, let's hope FB slide out of the main race. JM deserves the title
I hope JM wins, great rider and seems a really nice fella. I wouldn't put it past some factory sabotage though, let's hope FB slide out of the main race. JM deserves the title
Yep, we'll be routing for him, just hope I don't have to think it was won unfairly if not!
The leopard team didn't deserve that moto 3. Very dirty riding,I agree rubbing is racing but 4 times asaki pushed wide.
I've not seen that race yet.
I keep hearing about this progidy coming to GP, can't remember his name, going to have to go back and find some of his races to watch too.
Yep, we'll be routing for him, just hope I don't have to think it was won unfairly if not!
The leopard team didn't deserve that moto 3. Very dirty riding,I agree rubbing is racing but 4 times asaki pushed wide.
I've not seen that race yet.
I keep hearing about this progidy coming to GP, can't remember his name, going to have to go back and find some of his races to watch too.
In reply to Post #709
Watched it earlier, Masia and Sasaki fair enough, thought Masia had a cheek waving his hand about though. How did Adrián Fernández get away with that, where are the stewards standards. I read a article about Sasaki being punished for a similar incident a few years back, has someone got it in for him?
Good race for the observer though
Watched it earlier, Masia and Sasaki fair enough, thought Masia had a cheek waving his hand about though. How did Adrián Fernández get away with that, where are the stewards standards. I read a article about Sasaki being punished for a similar incident a few years back, has someone got it in for him?
Good race for the observer though
Monster energy and red bull . Who will marini choose..? Its all about the coin.
Bugger! Digi to VR46...I'd like that
Factory boy with no zero personality wins 
Disappointed for JM, wish he would have won, run out wide then and incident with MM ffs
Disappointed for JM, wish he would have won, run out wide then and incident with MM ffs
In reply to Post #715
I didnt get why JM rode the way he did. He was 14 points behind so in reality he needed Bag to fall off and it he did 15 point would have done for him so why he pushed so hard I'll never know. Yes there's the must win mentality but he could have seriously injured himself instead of just his pride.
I didnt get why JM rode the way he did. He was 14 points behind so in reality he needed Bag to fall off and it he did 15 point would have done for him so why he pushed so hard I'll never know. Yes there's the must win mentality but he could have seriously injured himself instead of just his pride.
In reply to Post #716
Everything to go for I guess, had to be first. Great rider, sure he will be a world champ one day
Everything to go for I guess, had to be first. Great rider, sure he will be a world champ one day
In reply to Post #714
He has signed.
He has signed.
In reply to Post #718
Yay, so very pleased for him
Yay, so very pleased for him
In reply to Post #719
Yes me to, live moto gp testing on tnt tomorow so that's my morning and afternoon sorted..looking forward also to see how rins does on the yamaha.
Yes me to, live moto gp testing on tnt tomorow so that's my morning and afternoon sorted..looking forward also to see how rins does on the yamaha.
I am a big NASCAR fan and if Trackhouse can do what they have done in a shot space of time it will be interesting to see what they can do in MOTO.GP
In reply to Post #721
Looks like they've jumped into RNFs slot at short notice and were planning on 2025. A name change on paper at the moment, but on a quick read about them in Nascar I dont think your wrong long term, can only be a good thing. Looking forward to see how they get on, Olivera's no slouch!
(Press release blurb:- Trackhouse will essentially take over the old RNF squad and its staff, while Miguel Oliveira and Raul Fernandez – who are contracted to Aprilia – will remain as riders.)
Looks like they've jumped into RNFs slot at short notice and were planning on 2025. A name change on paper at the moment, but on a quick read about them in Nascar I dont think your wrong long term, can only be a good thing. Looking forward to see how they get on, Olivera's no slouch!
(Press release blurb:- Trackhouse will essentially take over the old RNF squad and its staff, while Miguel Oliveira and Raul Fernandez – who are contracted to Aprilia – will remain as riders.)
What a great start to the season got to say I've got a new fave in Paco, what a star
got to say I've got a new fave in Paco, what a star
In reply to Post #723
Great start indeed and love or loathe him but MM seems to be getting to grips with the duke.
Great start indeed and love or loathe him but MM seems to be getting to grips with the duke.
In reply to Post #724
Cant say I'm not worried about a second coming of rat boy. Was it Paco last week that said he was riding beyond the limits of his steed. Ratty reminded me of (was it Stoner) in the way he's starting to slide that bike around, very impressive. I doubt very much if he won't be in red very soon :-(
Personally I'm still finding WSB more entertaining at the mo in general.
Cant say I'm not worried about a second coming of rat boy. Was it Paco last week that said he was riding beyond the limits of his steed. Ratty reminded me of (was it Stoner) in the way he's starting to slide that bike around, very impressive. I doubt very much if he won't be in red very soon :-(
Personally I'm still finding WSB more entertaining at the mo in general.
In reply to Post #725
Just read about F1 buying Moto GP..hmm, take over apparently complete this year from Dorna though they retain some aspects of it.
click here
Just read about F1 buying Moto GP..hmm, take over apparently complete this year from Dorna though they retain some aspects of it.
click here
Pleased for Martin but that was some race from MM
In reply to Post #727
If ratty gets the red ride next year I can't see anyone keeping up with him!
If ratty gets the red ride next year I can't see anyone keeping up with him!
In reply to Post #728
Agree 👍
Agree 👍
Pacos having an amazing start to his rookie season, he's my new fave, shame he had the off on this one but he'll learn.
How he didn't collect Digi and Esp on the way down is beyond me
For those who haven't seen it
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How he didn't collect Digi and Esp on the way down is beyond me
For those who haven't seen it
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In reply to Post #730
Saw it, a fine margin
Acosta like a breathe of fresh air, like Martin myself, you have to respect MM, incredible, Aprillia riders hit and miss and FQ on the Yamaha, surprised he has stayed, the money must outweigh the chance of a championship or they have promised him something special, a V4 rumour!
As for factory Baginia, might be just me, I call him flippin boring, character, zero
Anybody remeber Honda! What has gone off here, bike seems unrideable, how can you go from so right to so wrong with all that backing
Brad Binder and KTM, love it, I think I will be taking Jack Millers place next year, or Acosta lol
Saw it, a fine margin
Acosta like a breathe of fresh air, like Martin myself, you have to respect MM, incredible, Aprillia riders hit and miss and FQ on the Yamaha, surprised he has stayed, the money must outweigh the chance of a championship or they have promised him something special, a V4 rumour!
As for factory Baginia, might be just me, I call him flippin boring, character, zero
Anybody remeber Honda! What has gone off here, bike seems unrideable, how can you go from so right to so wrong with all that backing
Brad Binder and KTM, love it, I think I will be taking Jack Millers place next year, or Acosta lol
In reply to Post #731
As for factory Baginia, might be just me, I call him flippin boring, character, zero
It'll be interesting to see if Bastianini can do it this year, Bagnaia gauranteed nothing if he does, MM likely to be pushing one of them out.
I can't see any way back for Honda/Yam for the forseeable, would they leave :-0
I'd like to see BMW come in and move them further down the pecking order
As for factory Baginia, might be just me, I call him flippin boring, character, zero
It'll be interesting to see if Bastianini can do it this year, Bagnaia gauranteed nothing if he does, MM likely to be pushing one of them out.
I can't see any way back for Honda/Yam for the forseeable, would they leave :-0
I'd like to see BMW come in and move them further down the pecking order
In reply to Post #732
Sad times for the Jap brands, they lead the way for years, now it's Ducati, KTM and as you say BMW that seem to be leading the way, in Europe anyway
WSB and BSB, bit of a mixed bunch and still seem competitive track dependant, nothing can touch those V4s for torque and straight line power. Saying that, Honda has been running one for years, bike seems un-rideable so I'm guessing it's more chassis and geometry's that's their problem but with the resource they have you think they would have fixed it a while ago!
Sad times for the Jap brands, they lead the way for years, now it's Ducati, KTM and as you say BMW that seem to be leading the way, in Europe anyway
WSB and BSB, bit of a mixed bunch and still seem competitive track dependant, nothing can touch those V4s for torque and straight line power. Saying that, Honda has been running one for years, bike seems un-rideable so I'm guessing it's more chassis and geometry's that's their problem but with the resource they have you think they would have fixed it a while ago!
In reply to Post #733
Pretty amazing how BMW have got it together this year in WSB, looking like really strong contenders, can't just be Toprak making the difference, then again why not, and a combination of both
You're not wrong re Hondas resources, it is very odd, like they've taken their eye of the ball
Not sure if it was on here but I read Honda are having a hard time with EV's, might even consider pulling the plug on MGP, that would be a real shame
Pretty amazing how BMW have got it together this year in WSB, looking like really strong contenders, can't just be Toprak making the difference, then again why not, and a combination of both
You're not wrong re Hondas resources, it is very odd, like they've taken their eye of the ball
Not sure if it was on here but I read Honda are having a hard time with EV's, might even consider pulling the plug on MGP, that would be a real shame
In reply to Post #734
Deffo Toprak, best in the world for me
Why he is still in WSB is beyond me
Bridewell doing well in BSB on the Honda, must be paying him a packet, champ last year with Ducati, now with Honda!
Great sprint race today if you have not seen it, pleased with the results for me
Deffo Toprak, best in the world for me
Why he is still in WSB is beyond me
Bridewell doing well in BSB on the Honda, must be paying him a packet, champ last year with Ducati, now with Honda!
Great sprint race today if you have not seen it, pleased with the results for me
In reply to Post #735
Yep, great Sprint 🙂 Why oh why did the front runners push so hard for no reason, plain stupidity! Another great result for Paco
Yep, great Sprint 🙂 Why oh why did the front runners push so hard for no reason, plain stupidity! Another great result for Paco
In reply to Post #735
DP, twitchy finger
DP, twitchy finger
Shame for Paco about right for the rest. What was Bastianini 🤔
about right for the rest. What was Bastianini 🤔
In reply to Post #738
MM star of the day again for me, what a ride!
The greatest show on earth is back. The TT. ITV4 9pm, no room for error
Going in August
MM star of the day again for me, what a ride!
The greatest show on earth is back. The TT. ITV4 9pm, no room for error
Going in August
In reply to Post #739
The greatest show on earth is back. The TT. ITV4 9pm, no room for error
Thanks for the heads up I don't wathc much terrestiral telly any more so always miss it!
Going in August
Lucky bugger
The greatest show on earth is back. The TT. ITV4 9pm, no room for error
Thanks for the heads up
I don't wathc much terrestiral telly any more so always miss it!Going in August
Lucky bugger
Not so much a great GP but about right results wise, great to see Bastianini taking MM on the last corner and another solid finish for Paco
That blue smoke on MM lowering device, what was all that about, I was waiting for a blow out.
and another solid finish for Paco That blue smoke on MM lowering device, what was all that about, I was waiting for a blow out.
If I was Jorge Martin I would do everything I could to win the championship even if he has to be dirty. He should of had the chance in the factory team
In reply to Post #742
I like JM, I hope the Aprillia move works out for him, bike seems competitive
Read that MM got the factory ride over JM due to his popularity not just his skills, really
I'm sure he will ruffle FB next season, deffo worth a watch, surprised me that tbh
I like JM, I hope the Aprillia move works out for him, bike seems competitive
Read that MM got the factory ride over JM due to his popularity not just his skills, really
I'm sure he will ruffle FB next season, deffo worth a watch, surprised me that tbh
In reply to Post #743
mm aint that popular. I've seen him out many times in platja d"aro and even many Spanish call him a tosser...
mm aint that popular. I've seen him out many times in platja d"aro and even many Spanish call him a tosser...
In reply to Post #744
An unpopular tosser, he's got it all then over JM
An unpopular tosser, he's got it all then over JM
In reply to Post #744
To be fair, what I have seen this season, I do believe he has another championship or two in him, which if he does would be incredible. FB ain't going to rub fairings with him, ain't got the minerals, he is ruthless on a bike, crazy
To be fair, what I have seen this season, I do believe he has another championship or two in him, which if he does would be incredible. FB ain't going to rub fairings with him, ain't got the minerals, he is ruthless on a bike, crazy
In reply to Post #746
To be fair, what I have seen this season, I do believe he has another championship or two in him, which if he does would be incredible.
Got to agree and when he gets the factory ride I think his ruthlessness will be the difference between him and whoever else, no matter what the other person tries. I can't see Tardozzi putting up with them knocking each other off!
To be fair, what I have seen this season, I do believe he has another championship or two in him, which if he does would be incredible.
Got to agree and when he gets the factory ride I think his ruthlessness will be the difference between him and whoever else, no matter what the other person tries. I can't see Tardozzi putting up with them knocking each other off!
In reply to Post #747
I watched some footage, VR commented on MM, he is a monster, basically incredible, ells you all you need to know
I watched some footage, VR commented on MM, he is a monster, basically incredible, ells you all you need to know
In reply to Post #739
And what a show it was, Dunlop incredible as always, JM still enjoying himself.
And what a show it was, Dunlop incredible as always, JM still enjoying himself.
In reply to Post #749
Magnificent as usual pal. Proper lunes which is nice to see
As you say, Dunlop was incredible ✊
Magnificent as usual pal. Proper lunes which is nice to see
As you say, Dunlop was incredible ✊
Martin to Aprillia and MM to Ducati, I can see why but imo more legs in Martin.
EDIT, Sprint was a bit 1 dimensional, best bit, ratty falling off. Paco a bit average on this 1 but he can't be expected to be good at every circuit so soon.
EDIT, Sprint was a bit 1 dimensional, best bit, ratty falling off. Paco a bit average on this 1 but he can't be expected to be good at every circuit so soon.
You know what, I'm going out on a limb here but I reckon Ducati have made a mistake. Yes it's a clever commercial decision but looking at Vinales yesterday I think Martin is capable of using that bike (or next years) to beat the Ducatis strangle hold on the top slots.
In reply to Post #752
Martin is one of the best, he can battle too like MM. something that FB and MV haven't got the true minerals for. It will be interesting to see what he can get out of the Aprillia.
Martin is one of the best, he can battle too like MM. something that FB and MV haven't got the true minerals for. It will be interesting to see what he can get out of the Aprillia.
In reply to Post #753
Did you see MV's 'off' in Q2 Saxon, bucking broncho style
Did you see MV's 'off' in Q2 Saxon, bucking broncho style
In reply to Post #754
MM highside at the waterfall in qualifying was quite impressive also
MM highside at the waterfall in qualifying was quite impressive also
In reply to Post #754
I will say one thing, he has some proper minerals and is not afraid of an off, unlike FB and this will be the difference, super, super competitive
I laughed at this interview after the main race, what was he, 14th on the grid again and ended up second! FM nearly had him off and he basically said after that moment, that was it, rage lol, a lunatic but calculated of the highest level!!!
Martin ffs, how much bad luck, giving it away like last year
MM
https://youtu.be/pKELWSFL_u0?si=mhEJn8d-jfnVqXLN
Nobody close to the dirty rat
https://youtu.be/y955YN5yufw?si=o3E0kM8BAhXUZ1ol
I will say one thing, he has some proper minerals and is not afraid of an off, unlike FB and this will be the difference, super, super competitive
I laughed at this interview after the main race, what was he, 14th on the grid again and ended up second! FM nearly had him off and he basically said after that moment, that was it, rage lol, a lunatic but calculated of the highest level!!!
Martin ffs, how much bad luck, giving it away like last year
MM
https://youtu.be/pKELWSFL_u0?si=mhEJn8d-jfnVqXLN
Nobody close to the dirty rat
https://youtu.be/y955YN5yufw?si=o3E0kM8BAhXUZ1ol
Hi All
Does anyone know if liberty had any input into the 2027 rule changes or was it solely dorna, moto gp and the motorbike racing association?
Just looked at some of them and it comes across as very nascarish
Best
Jon
Does anyone know if liberty had any input into the 2027 rule changes or was it solely dorna, moto gp and the motorbike racing association?
Just looked at some of them and it comes across as very nascarish
Best
Jon
Hi All
Oh and giving Simon Crafar the rece directors job gets a big thumbs up from me.
Hopefully mot 3, moto 2 and rat boy will be properly punished for pi$$ing about looking for a tow, I know he hates it
Best
Jon
Oh and giving Simon Crafar the rece directors job gets a big thumbs up from me.
Hopefully mot 3, moto 2 and rat boy will be properly punished for pi$$ing about looking for a tow, I know he hates it
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #757
I've heard ref to them but not seen them yet.
Shame both Trackhouse went down in yesterdays main race, I never did see what happened.
Did anyone watch the pre race with Acosta throwing that bike around, pretty much put it into practice after the coming together too! The how much life do you get out of tyre Q 🤣
I've heard ref to them but not seen them yet.
Shame both Trackhouse went down in yesterdays main race, I never did see what happened.
Did anyone watch the pre race with Acosta throwing that bike around, pretty much put it into practice after the coming together too! The how much life do you get out of tyre Q 🤣
Great Superbike race, Toprak is going to take some beating, 11 consecutive race wins to equal the record
In reply to Post #760
Completely different level that lad. Best rider in the world right now for me. Can't see him been in WSB much longer, enjoy it while you can, incredible rider that can do unbelievable things on a motorcycle
Completely different level that lad. Best rider in the world right now for me. Can't see him been in WSB much longer, enjoy it while you can, incredible rider that can do unbelievable things on a motorcycle
MM, one word, incredible
Anybody who has not seen the AM and FB crash, have a look
Thankfully both OK
Anybody who has not seen the AM and FB crash, have a look
Thankfully both OK
In reply to Post #762
Only just watched last week's race, that crash how lucky were they both.
That bike on top of PB, surprised when they said it only weighs 23 stone, for some reason I was expecting it to be a lot heavier, even so!
I didn't really enjoy those races, in fact I turned the sprint off half way though.
PB starting grid woes, it can't carry on. Very dangerous spinning up, sliding into the path of upcoming bikes that are doing at least 40mph more than you. I'd be having words as a race director, if they don't sort it they should be made to start on the last row where they don't endanger others.
Finally, dirty tracks...wth already saying the next track will be worse. Only 2 Q's, why hasn't it been sorted and if not why hasn't it been removed from the calendar?
Only just watched last week's race, that crash
how lucky were they both.That bike on top of PB, surprised when they said it only weighs 23 stone, for some reason I was expecting it to be a lot heavier, even so!
I didn't really enjoy those races, in fact I turned the sprint off half way though.
PB starting grid woes, it can't carry on. Very dangerous spinning up, sliding into the path of upcoming bikes that are doing at least 40mph more than you. I'd be having words as a race director, if they don't sort it they should be made to start on the last row where they don't endanger others.
Finally, dirty tracks...wth
already saying the next track will be worse. Only 2 Q's, why hasn't it been sorted and if not why hasn't it been removed from the calendar?
In reply to Post #763
MM masterclass today, from 9th on the grind on a 2023 bike. Untouchable
MM masterclass today, from 9th on the grind on a 2023 bike. Untouchable
In reply to Post #764
Yes, hate to say it but I agree! Martin, some times it pays, some times it doesn't, the main thing is he didn't feel safe and acted, could just have easily carried on and taken somebody else out.
Yes, hate to say it but I agree! Martin, some times it pays, some times it doesn't, the main thing is he didn't feel safe and acted, could just have easily carried on and taken somebody else out.
In reply to Post #765
That was just a crazy decision that costs him, wtf was that about
That was just a crazy decision that costs him, wtf was that about
In reply to Post #766
I saw him wobble a couple of times, stick his foot out iirc, but it was in the end a bad decision.
The commentators were saying the odd bit of rain had been forecast but nothing to cause a rider to change tyres/bikes. Very odd and a few paid the price, maybe they took a wetter line on the track, who knows, it certainly cost them!
I saw him wobble a couple of times, stick his foot out iirc, but it was in the end a bad decision.
The commentators were saying the odd bit of rain had been forecast but nothing to cause a rider to change tyres/bikes. Very odd and a few paid the price, maybe they took a wetter line on the track, who knows, it certainly cost them!
In reply to Post #767
Certainly cost him, I want him to finish ahead of boring fekin Baggnia
Certainly cost him, I want him to finish ahead of boring fekin Baggnia
In reply to Post #768
Fab u lous , that was a proper race in the end 🤩 Ducati have lost a great rider, Martin had nothing to complain about, shame Paco didn't finish:-(
In reply to Post #770
Good result that for JM. Deserves the title for me, was so close last year. Dodgey move that by Bastianini, could have took him out.
Baggnia, just not convinced, OK if he is out in front, as soon as it becomes competitive he either crashes out or bottles it
Good result that for JM. Deserves the title for me, was so close last year. Dodgey move that by Bastianini, could have took him out.
Baggnia, just not convinced, OK if he is out in front, as soon as it becomes competitive he either crashes out or bottles it
In reply to Post #771
I did wonder if Bastianini was going to take Martin out deliberately, glad he didn't !
I did wonder if Bastianini was going to take Martin out deliberately, glad he didn't !
Only just watched Indonesian GP, great ride from Martin and Paco, shale Bastianini threw it but you can't blame him for trying. MM title hopes up in flames maybe....
I'll get me coat
I'll get me coat
In reply to Post #773
Running a 2023 bike, lacks straight line power, putting my money on him being world champ again next season
You just missed the Japanese round
Running a 2023 bike, lacks straight line power, putting my money on him being world champ again next season
You just missed the Japanese round
In reply to Post #774
No I watched the japanese races (GP/Sprint) on time this time, well maybe slightly on catch up, but right day anyway which is a improvement
Felt for Paco in both races but he's some talent. That accident in the main race how wierd seeing the bikes tangle together!
EDIT, I seem to be doing a lost of posting on the hop at the mo, facts may well not be err...facts..take with a pinch of salt
No I watched the japanese races (GP/Sprint) on time this time, well maybe slightly on catch up, but right day anyway which is a improvement Felt for Paco in both races but he's some talent. That accident in the main race
how wierd seeing the bikes tangle together!EDIT, I seem to be doing a lost of posting on the hop at the mo, facts may well not be err...facts..take with a pinch of salt
Just watched the Australian sprit race, horrendous crash, near on 200mph, thankfully both walked away!
I can't imagine coming off at that speed, you think 100mph is quick to jump out of a car
I can't imagine coming off at that speed, you think 100mph is quick to jump out of a car
MM what a ride on a 2023 bike, still the best in the world, incredible
Broke Martin and boring Bagnnia
Broke Martin and boring Bagnnia
In reply to Post #777
That was unbelievable what happens to him at the start of the race
That was unbelievable what happens to him at the start of the race
In reply to Post #778
And he still won. On the replay you could see him looking for it at the start. Still, you wouldn't expect that to happen. I think the only similar thing I have seen was Jack Miller, who's bike once overheated and blew up down to a tear off blocking the radiator
And he still won. On the replay you could see him looking for it at the start. Still, you wouldn't expect that to happen. I think the only similar thing I have seen was Jack Miller, who's bike once overheated and blew up down to a tear off blocking the radiator
New MotoGP champion, Jorge Martin, well deserved
In reply to Post #780
Indeed, did what he needed to do, very very well done to him
Poor Costa in the sprint but what a finish overall for a rookie.
Indeed, did what he needed to do, very very well done to him
Poor Costa in the sprint but what a finish overall for a rookie.
In reply to Post #781
The contact with MM made me laugh, ripped the fairing clean off his bike
Should have won it last year for me JM
The contact with MM made me laugh, ripped the fairing clean off his bike
Should have won it last year for me JM
In reply to Post #782
The contact with MM made me laugh, ripped the fairing clean off his bike
I know, it didn't even look that much but the fairing couldn't handle it
I wasn't so keen on Martins changing room antics at the end, was expecting so much more...bet he was having a brew
The contact with MM made me laugh, ripped the fairing clean off his bike
I know, it didn't even look that much but the fairing couldn't handle it
I wasn't so keen on Martins changing room antics at the end, was expecting so much more...bet he was having a brew
In reply to Post #783
MM looks to have got the Ducati working for him.
MM looks to have got the Ducati working for him.
In reply to Post #784
Nooooooo
Have you seen him in practice?
Nooooooo
Have you seen him in practice?
In reply to Post #784
Fancy him for the title, incredible rider
The dirty rat
Prefer him to boring Bangina, what a cock
Fancy him for the title, incredible rider
The dirty rat
Prefer him to boring Bangina, what a cock
Just watched the Thailand practice...fgs...looks like the Duc likes him
Odd going with the 24 engine over the 25....gives the opposition a chance I hope!
Odd going with the 24 engine over the 25....gives the opposition a chance I hope!
In reply to Post #787
No chance, greatest rider on the planet right now for me, closely followed by Mr Toprak. Different class, like them or loathe them, I was a Rossi fan, proper character, now MM, watch him ride a motorcycle, incredible, others are not close
No chance, greatest rider on the planet right now for me, closely followed by Mr Toprak. Different class, like them or loathe them, I was a Rossi fan, proper character, now MM, watch him ride a motorcycle, incredible, others are not close
In reply to Post #788
Nope mate, not having it. You are of course correct but after the Rossi incident and costing him the title I have nothing but dislike for him.
As a sportsman you can be fair, you can also be aggressively fair, and then there are the t**** who just have that nasty streak that says if I can't you won't. He's shown it time and time again, he's put riders in danger when he didn't have the bike to do what he wanted it to do.
The sign of a great rider..no..the sign of a great ego yes. I'd like to like him but I can't.
Nope mate, not having it. You are of course correct but after the Rossi incident and costing him the title I have nothing but dislike for him.
As a sportsman you can be fair, you can also be aggressively fair, and then there are the t**** who just have that nasty streak that says if I can't you won't. He's shown it time and time again, he's put riders in danger when he didn't have the bike to do what he wanted it to do.
The sign of a great rider..no..the sign of a great ego yes. I'd like to like him but I can't.
In reply to Post #789
Similar thoughts to me, reckless, no doubt, but calculated and ruthless, race track wars
Similar thoughts to me, reckless, no doubt, but calculated and ruthless, race track wars
In reply to Post #790
Rossi was a wind up merchant on and off track and he's still at it now.
Rossi was a wind up merchant on and off track and he's still at it now.
In reply to Post #791
Blasphemy
Being a wind up merchant, nowt wrong with that.
Blasphemy
Being a wind up merchant, nowt wrong with that.
Here we go again
Can't wait
Moto GP youtube, Burriram vids...top 10 worth a watch. Nice vids of the practice offs too!
WSB I see Topraks having issues with the BMW cornering/stopping again...why!
Moto GP youtube, Burriram vids...top 10 worth a watch. Nice vids of the practice offs too!
WSB I see Topraks having issues with the BMW cornering/stopping again...why!
In reply to Post #794
Martin out with bad injuries sadly, hope he comes back soon
Meanwhile, on pole
WSB could be like MotoGP again, Ducati dominance
Toprak, best rider in there, ringing the neck of that BM, incredible
Rea out too!
Martin out with bad injuries sadly, hope he comes back soon
Meanwhile, on pole
WSB could be like MotoGP again, Ducati dominance
Toprak, best rider in there, ringing the neck of that BM, incredible
Rea out too!
In reply to Post #795
Boring sprint race, I'd of turned off half way through but the Mrs...
Yep, Martin, likely to miss 2 or 3 at the least, listening to the commentators I hope he doesn't come back too early, not worth the risk re scaphoid!
Boring sprint race, I'd of turned off half way through but the Mrs...
Yep, Martin, likely to miss 2 or 3 at the least, listening to the commentators I hope he doesn't come back too early, not worth the risk re scaphoid!
In reply to Post #796
Straight away, boring Bagnia ruffed up by AM for third, bottled it in the corner, no knackers
He is going to have to fight now, this season we will see how much minerals he has got as opposed to just the fastest bike
Straight away, boring Bagnia ruffed up by AM for third, bottled it in the corner, no knackers
He is going to have to fight now, this season we will see how much minerals he has got as opposed to just the fastest bike
How's that for a main event!
Reckon he had tyre pressure problems, .3 seconds faster per lap then sat back for most of the race then opened a second gap in one lap
Reckon he had tyre pressure problems, .3 seconds faster per lap then sat back for most of the race then opened a second gap in one lap
In reply to Post #798
How's that for a main event!
More like a none event for us mate. I lost interest by lap 6, Mrs turned it off at lap 10.
How's that for a main event!
More like a none event for us mate. I lost interest by lap 6, Mrs turned it off at lap 10.
In reply to Post #799
MM masterclass!
Yamaha looks a bit more competitive. Will KTM Continue following the bankruptcy. Glad I sold my Duke when I did
MM masterclass!
Yamaha looks a bit more competitive. Will KTM Continue following the bankruptcy. Glad I sold my Duke when I did
In reply to Post #800
Unfortunately I agree re MM & AM too.
Was a real shame hearing about KTM, they've done so well last few years.
Unfortunately I agree re MM & AM too.
Was a real shame hearing about KTM, they've done so well last few years.
Finally got round to watching WSB Phillip Island, enjoyed it much more than the Moto GP Thailand...but....Ducati....wth is going on
How can 1 manufacture dominate so utterly across the classes? I respect them completely and to my mind concessions are inherently wrong, but it could become very boring.
Why aren't the other manufacturers pulling their fingers out or is it a case of electric being the future so why invest in petrol.
How can 1 manufacture dominate so utterly across the classes? I respect them completely and to my mind concessions are inherently wrong, but it could become very boring.
Why aren't the other manufacturers pulling their fingers out or is it a case of electric being the future so why invest in petrol.
In reply to Post #802
V4 power, and the backing of Audi. They have a very special package there!
What Mr Toprak is doing is beyond incredible, probably the second best rider in the world right now, not sure why he is not in MotoGP
Ducati dominance, straight line power is ridiculous, needs some revs taking off them
V4 power, and the backing of Audi. They have a very special package there!
What Mr Toprak is doing is beyond incredible, probably the second best rider in the world right now, not sure why he is not in MotoGP
Ducati dominance, straight line power is ridiculous, needs some revs taking off them
In reply to Post #803
The commentators in WSB have been mentioning Toprak & GP, I think it's inevitable.
Thought the Argentinian Sprint was another borefest, said to the wife the circuits are boring, can't wait for Assen. Hats off to Alex M, putting in a he'll of a performance, I can't see MM having the same partner next year.
The commentators in WSB have been mentioning Toprak & GP, I think it's inevitable.
Thought the Argentinian Sprint was another borefest, said to the wife the circuits are boring, can't wait for Assen. Hats off to Alex M, putting in a he'll of a performance, I can't see MM having the same partner next year.
Well, superb performance from MM and AM!
Different class, that man can ride a motorcycle like no other, he looks so smooth on that Ducati now too
Bagnaia, no knackers, cant battle and can't mix it, he is going to have to now
Incredible from Zarco and Honda, competitive again!
Different class, that man can ride a motorcycle like no other, he looks so smooth on that Ducati now too
Bagnaia, no knackers, cant battle and can't mix it, he is going to have to now
Incredible from Zarco and Honda, competitive again!
In reply to Post #805
Yep, that Honda seemed to turn very well, should be interesting on the twistier tracks, lovely livery too. Shame for Quat getting caught up, seems more competitive on the Yam overall.
Yep, that Honda seemed to turn very well, should be interesting on the twistier tracks, lovely livery too. Shame for Quat getting caught up, seems more competitive on the Yam overall.
MM first crash of the season for him today on s wet track.
In reply to Post #807
Yep, saw it on YouTube last night, nicely thrown clear
Yep, saw it on YouTube last night, nicely thrown clear
In reply to Post #807
Just another day in the office, high side
Super fast again ✊
Just another day in the office, high side
Super fast again ✊
In reply to Post #809
Going to ask Karlos to change your user name to 'Marquez Greatest Fanboy'
Going to ask Karlos to change your user name to 'Marquez Greatest Fanboy'
In reply to Post #810
Can't deny it mate, greatest rider on the planet at the moment, pleasure to watch. Americas qualifying, 0.5 seconds faster than the rest of the field in the first sector alone! that's like a country mile
Edit. - Sprint race, first lap, beat that, incredible
Can't deny it mate, greatest rider on the planet at the moment, pleasure to watch. Americas qualifying, 0.5 seconds faster than the rest of the field in the first sector alone! that's like a country mile
Edit. - Sprint race, first lap, beat that, incredible
In reply to Post #811
I get that, but a pleasure to watch
The best rider on the best bike...a pleasure...more like a foregone conclusion. Lets watch him lap a second faster than everyone else...but if that's your thing fair play, just not for me.
I'm getting more enjoyment from watching Alex M giving it large to the factory bikes.
How sad is it that even the commentators say it's all to play for as anyone can make a dive in the 1st corner....in other words if MM gets ahead forget it...hmm
Edit, I forgot Martins missing so something to look forward too
That bike wasn't half moving around under MM
I get that, but a pleasure to watch
The best rider on the best bike...a pleasure...more like a foregone conclusion. Lets watch him lap a second faster than everyone else...but if that's your thing fair play, just not for me.
I'm getting more enjoyment from watching Alex M giving it large to the factory bikes.
How sad is it that even the commentators say it's all to play for as anyone can make a dive in the 1st corner....in other words if MM gets ahead forget it...hmm
Edit, I forgot Martins missing so something to look forward too
That bike wasn't half moving around under MM
In reply to Post #812
Never get bored watching a skilled craftsman honing his skills Martin isn't going to get on the podium unless theres a big pile up in front of him. Personally I can't wait to see MM smash the records and Rossi giving him a huge hug .
Never get bored watching a skilled craftsman honing his skills Martin isn't going to get on the podium unless theres a big pile up in front of him. Personally I can't wait to see MM smash the records and Rossi giving him a huge hug .
In reply to Post #813
Similar to me, bikes moving around because he is making it, down his skills, incredible
When he puts that helmet on there is a super calculated lunatic behind that visor who can make a motorcycle talk. He has been there and seen it all, rides the bike to absolute limit everytime and will take every opportunity to win ✊
Unlike boring Bangina who has been sat on the fastest bike for a while, if he is out in front and can have a free ride without any competition he can win, when it comes to fighting for positions, forget it
He has to now though, no option lol
Did you see the near on high side Glenn, split second, off the throttle, controlled it back in front, would had ditched 95% of riders that, incredible
Similar to me, bikes moving around because he is making it, down his skills, incredible
When he puts that helmet on there is a super calculated lunatic behind that visor who can make a motorcycle talk. He has been there and seen it all, rides the bike to absolute limit everytime and will take every opportunity to win ✊
Unlike boring Bangina who has been sat on the fastest bike for a while, if he is out in front and can have a free ride without any competition he can win, when it comes to fighting for positions, forget it
He has to now though, no option lol
Did you see the near on high side Glenn, split second, off the throttle, controlled it back in front, would had ditched 95% of riders that, incredible
In reply to Post #812
Like him or loathe him. He can make a motorcycle talk like no other mate
What did Rossi call him, a devil on a motorbike, no prisoners. The man is super, super, super competitive
Like him or loathe him. He can make a motorcycle talk like no other mate
What did Rossi call him, a devil on a motorbike, no prisoners. The man is super, super, super competitive
In reply to Post #815
Yeah almost like he didn't notice just instinctively carried on.
Yeah almost like he didn't notice just instinctively carried on.
Woo hoo, this should be good, weather's thrown a spanner
WTH
In reply to Post #818
That's the only way that boring fecker is going to win
Error from MM, bet he is fuming, what was he 2.2 seconds clear ffs!
As the saying goes, the only person who beats MM is Marquez!
That's the only way that boring fecker is going to win
Error from MM, bet he is fuming, what was he 2.2 seconds clear ffs!
As the saying goes, the only person who beats MM is Marquez!
In reply to Post #816
Instinct
Instinct
In reply to Post #819
He said in one of his interviews he was experimenting with the front.
He said in one of his interviews he was experimenting with the front.
In reply to Post #821
Limit of the bike, all the time, incredible!
Watch WSB race 2, second best rider in the world, amazing.
Limit of the bike, all the time, incredible!
Watch WSB race 2, second best rider in the world, amazing.
You're not wrong re the WSB race and I'm talking 1, hoping to watch 2 tomoz. Top & Bul....just wow!
I'm not sure what MM was thinking, as the commentator said, there was no reason for him to use the kerb and given the conditions it was madness, he'd of been about 5 or 6 seconds clear if he'd finished I reckon. Aldeguer was having a great race until he binned it.
Rumours Pacos unhappy at KTM :-(
I'm not sure what MM was thinking, as the commentator said, there was no reason for him to use the kerb and given the conditions it was madness, he'd of been about 5 or 6 seconds clear if he'd finished I reckon. Aldeguer was having a great race until he binned it.
Rumours Pacos unhappy at KTM :-(
In reply to Post #823
Toprak the great
Reckon he might be going to MotoGP...to Honda!!!
That should throw something in the mix now they have gone back to Ohlins and all of a sudden the bike is competitive again
Toprak the great
Reckon he might be going to MotoGP...to Honda!!!
That should throw something in the mix now they have gone back to Ohlins and all of a sudden the bike is competitive again
In reply to Post #824
I got that wrong meant race 2 I watched, but I'm betting you guessed that Shame Iannone got the penalty he'd of been right up there in the mix.
Toprak to Honda hey. I'd like to see him partner MM
I got that wrong meant race 2 I watched, but I'm betting you guessed that
Shame Iannone got the penalty he'd of been right up there in the mix.Toprak to Honda hey. I'd like to see him partner MM
In reply to Post #825
I hope it happens, MM Ducati vs. Toprak Honda
I hope it happens, MM Ducati vs. Toprak Honda
In reply to Post #826
A nice thought if Honda can get their act together, otherwise it'll be like watching Bruno at Man U, held back by those surrounding him (go to Real mate, life's too short ).
A nice thought if Honda can get their act together, otherwise it'll be like watching Bruno at Man U, held back by those surrounding him (go to Real mate, life's too short
).
In reply to Post #827
Bennett's OMG Racing ,didn't see that coming.
Bennett's OMG Racing ,didn't see that coming.
In reply to Post #828
Didn't know that, I like Kyle Ryde, super talent. Sure he wont be short for a ride
Didn't know that, I like Kyle Ryde, super talent. Sure he wont be short for a ride
In reply to Post #830
Off pace today though.
Off pace today though.
In reply to Post #831
I'm not sure he's even capable of it, fairly sure he said his target is just to get through the weekend. The sprints a tough race maybe even that'll be to much for him, is he back too soon, guess we'll find out. Great to see him back out again
I'm not sure he's even capable of it, fairly sure he said his target is just to get through the weekend. The sprints a tough race maybe even that'll be to much for him, is he back too soon, guess we'll find out. Great to see him back out again
In reply to Post #832
Not fit mate, think he was about 1.4 seconds off the front which is a country mile, SG said he looks stiff on the bike, credit to him though, back on it, hope he gets right and is competitive again, good bike the Aprillia
Not fit mate, think he was about 1.4 seconds off the front which is a country mile, SG said he looks stiff on the bike, credit to him though, back on it, hope he gets right and is competitive again, good bike the Aprillia
In reply to Post #833
Well Martin held for a while but clearly suffering still, I hope he's back to his best soon, last thing he needs is another off.
WSB, great duel between Locatelli & Toprak but by God does Bulega look good. Shame Ianone dropped it!
Well Martin held for a while but clearly suffering still, I hope he's back to his best soon, last thing he needs is another off.
WSB, great duel between Locatelli & Toprak but by God does Bulega look good. Shame Ianone dropped it!
In reply to Post #834
Another record by MM.
Another record by MM.
Ride of the day MV
And, a masterclass, with a damaged bike
That was Batman vs. Superman
And, a masterclass, with a damaged bike
That was Batman vs. Superman
In reply to Post #836
Yep, very impressive from MV. I hope J Martins o.k, that off on that serated kerb, nasty.
WSB, double electrical issues, odd, Bulega was going to run away with it again, potential fuel restrictions being enforced if Ducati still have the power edge in a few races time.
Hats of to Locatelli. Commentators mentioned a Toprak move to Honda end of year but maybe not to GP until following year, we'll see.
Yep, very impressive from MV. I hope J Martins o.k, that off on that serated kerb, nasty.
WSB, double electrical issues, odd, Bulega was going to run away with it again, potential fuel restrictions being enforced if Ducati still have the power edge in a few races time.
Hats of to Locatelli. Commentators mentioned a Toprak move to Honda end of year but maybe not to GP until following year, we'll see.
In reply to Post #836
Tyre pressure rule decision stinks.
Tyre pressure rule decision stinks.
In reply to Post #838
Have to agree but if it gives an advantage and its across the board, and they have a warning light
MM masterclass, post race interview, took it steady purposely to preserve the front for the last few laps, i did wonder why they were keeping up with him, and he kept his cool when he was passed
Have to agree but if it gives an advantage and its across the board, and they have a warning light
MM masterclass, post race interview, took it steady purposely to preserve the front for the last few laps, i did wonder why they were keeping up with him, and he kept his cool when he was passed
In reply to Post #839
Poor day at the office for MM.
Poor day at the office for MM.
In reply to Post #840
That's the only way he is going to lose the title, threw the points away there
Well done AM and FQ, well pleased for both of them, result
That's the only way he is going to lose the title, threw the points away there
Well done AM and FQ, well pleased for both of them, result
In reply to Post #841
Bad crash in supersport rip both riders who lost their lives
Bad crash in supersport rip both riders who lost their lives
New Lap record for MM in qualifying France. Other riders like Vin & Zarco were looking good but right on the limit until binning it, MM going to take some stopping!
In reply to Post #843
Nice to see Hutchinson get on the podium at North West 200 after all he has been through. Controversial win for Dunlop.
Nice to see Hutchinson get on the podium at North West 200 after all he has been through. Controversial win for Dunlop.
In reply to Post #844
Not had chance to watch it yet, or that debacle at Oulten Park, just down the road, poor fellas
Edit, Zarco
Not had chance to watch it yet, or that debacle at Oulten Park, just down the road, poor fellas
Edit, Zarco
In reply to Post #845
French GP over 300,000 fans at Le Mans!
Well done Zarco, what a race
French GP over 300,000 fans at Le Mans!
Well done Zarco, what a race
In reply to Post #844
Not seen it, TT soon, I'm over there at the end of June
And yes, the BSB crash was truly an horrendous outcome, tragic.
Not seen it, TT soon, I'm over there at the end of June
And yes, the BSB crash was truly an horrendous outcome, tragic.
Almost forgot, 1st podium for Aldeguer too, well done that man
The weather should make it interesting this weekend
In reply to Post #849
Great ride by AM in the sprint
Rain today, should be an interesting race!
Great ride by AM in the sprint
Rain today, should be an interesting race!
In reply to Post #850
AM was untouchable! I'm sure I saw something about a all time lap record, can't find it now.
I like Zarcos aggression again, great ride from Digi and Bez had a good ride too.
Miller to super bikes, that'd be a shame :-(
Edit, the wind should make things interesting.
AM was untouchable! I'm sure I saw something about a all time lap record, can't find it now.
I like Zarcos aggression again, great ride from Digi and Bez had a good ride too.
Miller to super bikes, that'd be a shame :-(
Edit, the wind should make things interesting.
What a race
That's more like it, so sad for Fabio. The coverage at the end.....shocking....fight between MM & Morbi.. no...we'll keep panning to Bez who's 4 seconds ahead
That's more like it, so sad for Fabio. The coverage at the end.....shocking....fight between MM & Morbi.. no...we'll keep panning to Bez who's 4 seconds ahead
In reply to Post #852
Great race, unlucky for FQ sadly, deserved the win
Zarco! lol
No Ducati dominance today but good points for MM, who not only started the elbow down and made more saves than anybody I have seen, unreal, now hanging onto the bike when it slides from under him to prevent tdamage lol, crazy
And how good is leather, how far did AM slide ffs lol
Great race, unlucky for FQ sadly, deserved the win
Zarco! lol
No Ducati dominance today but good points for MM, who not only started the elbow down and made more saves than anybody I have seen, unreal, now hanging onto the bike when it slides from under him to prevent tdamage lol, crazy
And how good is leather, how far did AM slide ffs lol
In reply to Post #853
Yeah, there were some fabulous 'saves' throughout, I quite like the idea of a cooler race to throw the cat amongst the pigeons.
Those leathers, nuts. At 1st I thought MM was pinned under the bike but the more I look at it he just refused to let go
I still dont get that restart..hmm
TT starts today
Yeah, there were some fabulous 'saves' throughout, I quite like the idea of a cooler race to throw the cat amongst the pigeons.
Those leathers, nuts. At 1st I thought MM was pinned under the bike but the more I look at it he just refused to let go
I still dont get that restart..hmm
TT starts today
In reply to Post #854
I think it was Silverstone too, fast track. Ducatis just destroyed the tyres?
Restart was for the red flag, oil on the track after a crash
20 of my mates are off to the IOM on Thursday for the TT and 4 nights on the piss, no bikes, gave it a miss, be absolutely mental, beserka
I'm off then end of June, can't wait, be able to ride the old mountain, a lot quieter. During the TT it is absolutely mental and the mountain will be shut due to crashes, more than it's open!
They reckon Dunlop has a factory bike now so that should be interesting to see against Hickman!
I think it was Silverstone too, fast track. Ducatis just destroyed the tyres?
Restart was for the red flag, oil on the track after a crash
20 of my mates are off to the IOM on Thursday for the TT and 4 nights on the piss, no bikes, gave it a miss, be absolutely mental, beserka
I'm off then end of June, can't wait, be able to ride the old mountain, a lot quieter. During the TT it is absolutely mental and the mountain will be shut due to crashes, more than it's open!
They reckon Dunlop has a factory bike now so that should be interesting to see against Hickman!
In reply to Post #855
I get the red flag and restart of full race as less than 3 laps completed but only active riders, ie, those who hadn't crashed out and not got back on ie, AM shouldn't have been allowed to restart, even the commentators couldn't explain it quoting the rules. They went as far as to explain why that rule had been introduced
Factory Dunlop bike ...you shud b there
I get the red flag and restart of full race as less than 3 laps completed but only active riders, ie, those who hadn't crashed out and not got back on ie, AM shouldn't have been allowed to restart, even the commentators couldn't explain it quoting the rules. They went as far as to explain why that rule had been introduced
Factory Dunlop bike
...you shud b there
TT day 1 practice victim of weather, good to see the newbies still get out though
In reply to Post #857
Dangerous and not good, roads will be slippy, not good for fast speeds. I hope the roads dry out nicely for the main races
Dangerous and not good, roads will be slippy, not good for fast speeds. I hope the roads dry out nicely for the main races
Toprak joins Pramac Yamaha for 2026 GP
In reply to Post #859
Hicky out of IOM after crash .
Hicky out of IOM after crash .
In reply to Post #860
I had a look at what I think is the crash, he hit 1 crash bag, his bike another.
Very lucky to crash where there's decent protection, looks like he's avoided anything serious injury wise, thank god.
I had a look at what I think is the crash, he hit 1 crash bag, his bike another.
Very lucky to crash where there's decent protection, looks like he's avoided anything serious injury wise, thank god.
In reply to Post #861
Looking to be one the worst tt in years if the weather forecast is correct after last week's practice was also very limited.
Looking to be one the worst tt in years if the weather forecast is correct after last week's practice was also very limited.
In reply to Post #862
Load of my mates just got back on Monday, poor show with the rain ☔️
Different yesterday, great weather and a well deserved win for Davy Todd in the superbike, he was due
They say Dunlop is riding the equivalent of Topraks bike, I think technology has near on come as far as it can, for road racing, they say a stock BMW S1000RR takes some beating, which is pretty incredible really
And Hickman is a lucky man, if you are giving a second chance around there at race pace you have had some luck!
Load of my mates just got back on Monday, poor show with the rain ☔️
Different yesterday, great weather and a well deserved win for Davy Todd in the superbike, he was due
They say Dunlop is riding the equivalent of Topraks bike, I think technology has near on come as far as it can, for road racing, they say a stock BMW S1000RR takes some beating, which is pretty incredible really
And Hickman is a lucky man, if you are giving a second chance around there at race pace you have had some luck!
Wow, well done to Dunlop, he clawed 6 seconds back like it was nothing!
Still think I prefer the scream of the other bikes to the dulcet tones of the Duc
Still think I prefer the scream of the other bikes to the dulcet tones of the Duc
In reply to Post #864
Had loads of bikes, once you ride a Ducati twin, not much compares, immense
I don't doubt the power but I find a screaming 4 quite boring nowadays, far too high revving unless your racing of course.
Had loads of bikes, once you ride a Ducati twin, not much compares, immense
I don't doubt the power but I find a screaming 4 quite boring nowadays, far too high revving unless your racing of course.
In reply to Post #865
I wanted a Duc back in 2005 but the short servicing intervals and costs put me off They opened a shop near where I used to live/drive past, the amount of time I spent gawking
I wanted a Duc back in 2005 but the short servicing intervals and costs put me off
They opened a shop near where I used to live/drive past, the amount of time I spent gawking
In reply to Post #865
I've been a biker for fifty years and still remember my first Ducati. Traded in a two year old blade for a new 916 which I rode home through the twisty roads as I didn't want to sit at a constant speed while running it in. When I arrived home and put it in the garage I wondered if I had done the right thing as I was in pain, neck,wrists,hips and back all ached and could barely move. Thing was I collected it on a Friday and had it booked in for it's running in service five days later as we were going to Assen for the wsbk on the Friday. Two years later I wanted to trade it in on the r version and no Ducati dealer wanted it saying no one would buy it with over thirty thousand miles on it. Sold it privately and bought RSV factory and never went back to Ducati untill the multistrada came out.
I've been a biker for fifty years and still remember my first Ducati. Traded in a two year old blade for a new 916 which I rode home through the twisty roads as I didn't want to sit at a constant speed while running it in. When I arrived home and put it in the garage I wondered if I had done the right thing as I was in pain, neck,wrists,hips and back all ached and could barely move. Thing was I collected it on a Friday and had it booked in for it's running in service five days later as we were going to Assen for the wsbk on the Friday. Two years later I wanted to trade it in on the r version and no Ducati dealer wanted it saying no one would buy it with over thirty thousand miles on it. Sold it privately and bought RSV factory and never went back to Ducati untill the multistrada came out.
In reply to Post #867
Was that the V4 Aprillia, one of the best sounding engines ever! ✊
Last Ducati I owned was a panigale 1299, what a bike, sold it because I couldn't control myself lol
I bought a GSX S1000GT with a view to doing some touring, didn't like it, brakes were crap, suspension unsettable, only good news it had the K5 equivalent engine but it was a screaming straight 4!
Now proud owner of a Superduke Evo, super twin beast
Roll on the end of this month, IOM
Was that the V4 Aprillia, one of the best sounding engines ever! ✊
Last Ducati I owned was a panigale 1299, what a bike, sold it because I couldn't control myself lol
I bought a GSX S1000GT with a view to doing some touring, didn't like it, brakes were crap, suspension unsettable, only good news it had the K5 equivalent engine but it was a screaming straight 4!
Now proud owner of a Superduke Evo, super twin beast
Roll on the end of this month, IOM
In reply to Post #868
Another sprint race masterclass.
Another sprint race masterclass.
In reply to Post #869
100% pleasure to watch, completely different level
I can see a Marquez 1,2 at Ducati next year!
100% pleasure to watch, completely different level
I can see a Marquez 1,2 at Ducati next year!
In reply to Post #870
Be good to see brothers as team mates. Can't bagnia keeping his place with Ducati.
Be good to see brothers as team mates. Can't bagnia keeping his place with Ducati.
Another faultless ride from MM and another GP win. Going to be very hard to stop him!
Just watched the sprint, incredible bit of motorcycle riding by the Marquez brothers, ripped boring Bangnia, no knackers, to bits, ruthless!
And that's with a ride height start problem for MM
And pmsl, after all the Italian fans were booing him during the post race interview, I know the Italian fans were loving it lol
And, it's Dave day today, I went on the last one, weather didn't look to clever today ☔️
And that's with a ride height start problem for MM
And pmsl, after all the Italian fans were booing him during the post race interview, I know the Italian fans were loving it lol
And, it's Dave day today, I went on the last one, weather didn't look to clever today ☔️
In reply to Post #873
Yeah another master class and a great reaction to the Italian fans booing him..
Yeah another master class and a great reaction to the Italian fans booing him..
In reply to Post #874
Good race ,pml when F. Di Giannantoniokept bagnia off the podium.
Good race ,pml when F. Di Giannantoniokept bagnia off the podium.
The sprint was great for argy bargy for the 1st few laps, the main race was a cracker.
MM & AM unstoppable
Edit, sad to hear Trackhouse are struggling for sponsorship, the bike looked barren!
MM & AM unstoppable
Edit, sad to hear Trackhouse are struggling for sponsorship, the bike looked barren!
In reply to Post #875
Was a good race and I was the same, pmsl. FB no personality and does not have the knackers, tried today then got roughed up again
When you race MM he is happy to go fine lines and contact all of the race if he needs to, so much experience, another level, the devil on a bike
FB is fine when he is ahead and clear
I can't wait for Toprak to get in this mix
Was a good race and I was the same, pmsl. FB no personality and does not have the knackers, tried today then got roughed up again
When you race MM he is happy to go fine lines and contact all of the race if he needs to, so much experience, another level, the devil on a bike
FB is fine when he is ahead and clear
I can't wait for Toprak to get in this mix
In reply to Post #877
Be interesting to see if toprak can cut it in Moto GP think it's a totally different world from wsbk.
Be interesting to see if toprak can cut it in Moto GP think it's a totally different world from wsbk.
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In reply to Post #879
He made me laugh, basically, surprised at FB, MM was saving his tyre
Some brilliant racing though
He made me laugh, basically, surprised at FB, MM was saving his tyre
Some brilliant racing though
In reply to Post #880
Yeah I think that's the do inference he is far better at tyre management than bagnia hence him losing the feel he keeps on blaming the lack of.
Yeah I think that's the do inference he is far better at tyre management than bagnia hence him losing the feel he keeps on blaming the lack of.
Watched WSB Misano last night, though not race 1as on Discovery its actually the Assen race!
Very tight at the top now. Bulega must have been fuming at the Superpole wipe out and Toprak in the 2nd race, Toprak a bit like MM, way way out front. Some great jostling about in the 2nd race in the pack
Very tight at the top now. Bulega must have been fuming at the Superpole wipe out and Toprak in the 2nd race, Toprak a bit like MM, way way out front. Some great jostling about in the 2nd race in the pack
Another 1,2 for the brothers Grim. Great tussle with Favio Q & MM for that 1st corner but FQ kept leaving the door wide open with obv results. 9 Sprint wins for MM now!
Nice to see a mixed podium for a change, another masterclass from MM. Nasty fall for AM, wishing him a speedy recovery...still not sure what happened there, they're claiming front brake caught up but if you look at the slow mo there's 2 puffs of blue smoke from F&R tyres.
Talk of lawyers being involved in the J Martin contracts, said it's going to get nasty and expensive!
Talk of lawyers being involved in the J Martin contracts, said it's going to get nasty and expensive!
In reply to Post #884
Lost respect for Martin, MM still manages to win even though apparently he was in a lot of pain from the two crashes.
Lost respect for Martin, MM still manages to win even though apparently he was in a lot of pain from the two crashes.
In reply to Post #885
Similar to me, I like him as a rider. He has a great opportunity, he needs to stand up and prove himself. I guess he does not have full confidence in the bike since his accident
MM masterclass again, 2 x 100mph crashes in practice, finding the limit!!! stiches in his chin, battered and bruised and the bike not set up right but still holds on for the win, incredible
Similar to me, I like him as a rider. He has a great opportunity, he needs to stand up and prove himself. I guess he does not have full confidence in the bike since his accident
MM masterclass again, 2 x 100mph crashes in practice, finding the limit!!! stiches in his chin, battered and bruised and the bike not set up right but still holds on for the win, incredible
Martins back testing
In reply to Post #887
And the sprint winner is MM.
And the sprint winner is MM.
In reply to Post #888
Hmm.....wet race...Zarco will give him a good run
Hmm.....wet race...Zarco will give him a good run
Hats off to MM, just wow.
Not sure what happened to Zarco, nasty fall for Morbi :-(
Not sure what happened to Zarco, nasty fall for Morbi :-(
Another double for MM...unstopable!
WSB, Toprak now taken over in the points from Bulega (by 4 points), great race 1 and SP, race 2 they were falling like flies, was it 10 finished
WSB, Toprak now taken over in the points from Bulega (by 4 points), great race 1 and SP, race 2 they were falling like flies, was it 10 finished
In reply to Post #891
MM is a living legend, enjoy what you are seeing, probably the greatest motorcycle racer ever and in an era that will not really move on with tires been the limiting factor
MM is a living legend, enjoy what you are seeing, probably the greatest motorcycle racer ever and in an era that will not really move on with tires been the limiting factor
In reply to Post #892
Yep, beaten Agostinis record now, Rossi next, can't see him not doing it!
Interesting re additional weights on the bikes in WSB, can't rem who it is but started at 5kg, still didn't stop him, now 7.5kg and can't compete.
Yep, beaten Agostinis record now, Rossi next, can't see him not doing it!
Interesting re additional weights on the bikes in WSB, can't rem who it is but started at 5kg, still didn't stop him, now 7.5kg and can't compete.
In reply to Post #893
Personally I'm not a fan of weight penalties. Ok a lower weight rider has an advantage in power to weight ratio but riders move around on the bike placing weight where they want it while a fixed weight penalty obviously cannot be moved.
Personally I'm not a fan of weight penalties. Ok a lower weight rider has an advantage in power to weight ratio but riders move around on the bike placing weight where they want it while a fixed weight penalty obviously cannot be moved.
In reply to Post #894
Best thing they did for me, Batista was like a fly on that V4, at one point 12 bike lengths on the straights, like cheating and the riders knew it. Credit to Ducati of course for building such a monster!
As a fan you know who the best riders are, Toprak, look at VdM on the same machine! NB is getting a lot more out of the Ducati than AB but again, the Ducati is far the superior bike. Toprak is riding the nuts of that BMW all the time and he is the king on the brakes and probably one of the main reasons he can compete with Ducati. Cant wait while he joins MotoGP, i can see some elbow to elbow action with MM
I guess the test will be how he transitions to carbon brakes and the equivalent diamond encrusted bike!
Best thing they did for me, Batista was like a fly on that V4, at one point 12 bike lengths on the straights, like cheating and the riders knew it. Credit to Ducati of course for building such a monster!
As a fan you know who the best riders are, Toprak, look at VdM on the same machine! NB is getting a lot more out of the Ducati than AB but again, the Ducati is far the superior bike. Toprak is riding the nuts of that BMW all the time and he is the king on the brakes and probably one of the main reasons he can compete with Ducati. Cant wait while he joins MotoGP, i can see some elbow to elbow action with MM
I guess the test will be how he transitions to carbon brakes and the equivalent diamond encrusted bike!
In reply to Post #895
Got to agree...to a point. I think the bikes should be, within reason, equal, leaving only the riders ability as the difference...but...to me that means the best riders will be right on the edge all the time v other riders who aren't, and I'm not sure that's right or even how to get round it.
Those great riders will the be at more risk.
Not really sure what's happened to VdM or Ianonne
Got to agree...to a point. I think the bikes should be, within reason, equal, leaving only the riders ability as the difference...but...to me that means the best riders will be right on the edge all the time v other riders who aren't, and I'm not sure that's right or even how to get round it.
Those great riders will the be at more risk.
Not really sure what's happened to VdM or Ianonne
In reply to Post #896
I love Ducati's and have a few, premium motorbikes that put a beaming smile on your face, the Ferrari of the bike world.
I was never a big fan of Fogerty though for that reason, I think he had a distinct advantage at the time on the Ducati!
The leveler would be all the same manufacturers like they have in some classes but for the premier class, I guess people want to see the bikes they own do well and you could question would it bring the same excitement as someone cruising on a Ducati with ridiculous straight line speed and a bloke riding the absolute nuts off a BMW
I love Ducati's and have a few, premium motorbikes that put a beaming smile on your face, the Ferrari of the bike world.
I was never a big fan of Fogerty though for that reason, I think he had a distinct advantage at the time on the Ducati!
The leveler would be all the same manufacturers like they have in some classes but for the premier class, I guess people want to see the bikes they own do well and you could question would it bring the same excitement as someone cruising on a Ducati with ridiculous straight line speed and a bloke riding the absolute nuts off a BMW
In reply to Post #896
The bikes have to conform to the minimum weight limit, there isn't a great deal of difference in the weight of riders currently in Moto GP, The lightest current MotoGP rider is Marco Bezzecchi, weighing 61 kg, while the heaviest is Luca Marini, weighing 69 kg. If you look at the bike and rider weight and compare their power to weight ratio's the power makes the biggest difference.
The bikes have to conform to the minimum weight limit, there isn't a great deal of difference in the weight of riders currently in Moto GP, The lightest current MotoGP rider is Marco Bezzecchi, weighing 61 kg, while the heaviest is Luca Marini, weighing 69 kg. If you look at the bike and rider weight and compare their power to weight ratio's the power makes the biggest difference.
Another masterclass from MM, arguably the new GOAT
Looks super smooth on the Ducati
Looks super smooth on the Ducati
In reply to Post #899
Makes me wonder at times if MM is holding back. That farce with tyre pressures and the ease with which he regained the lead again...hmm
Makes me wonder at times if MM is holding back. That farce with tyre pressures and the ease with which he regained the lead again...hmm
In reply to Post #900
Like him or lathe him you have to admire him, finished article, got the lot
Slower start finding the edges of the tyres, race pace, sliding it in and squaring it off, super aggressive, pleasure to watch, levels above the others and there is some top talent there!
Like him or lathe him you have to admire him, finished article, got the lot
Slower start finding the edges of the tyres, race pace, sliding it in and squaring it off, super aggressive, pleasure to watch, levels above the others and there is some top talent there!
In reply to Post #901
Agreed, he is the greatest rider I've ever watched . After fighting a brutal I'll handling honda for years the Ducati must be a dream. Equally as impressive is his ability to relax as Nd plan his strategy to perfection while riding at speed.
Agreed, he is the greatest rider I've ever watched . After fighting a brutal I'll handling honda for years the Ducati must be a dream. Equally as impressive is his ability to relax as Nd plan his strategy to perfection while riding at speed.
In reply to Post #901
Like him or lathe him you have to admire him, finished article, got the lot
Not quite, once he sorts the right handers out he will be though, for the mo he's good enough ...come on Toprak
Like him or lathe him you have to admire him, finished article, got the lot
Not quite, once he sorts the right handers out he will be though, for the mo he's good enough
...come on Toprak
In reply to Post #903
Think people are expecting too much from toprak to early. He's used to riding whatever is essentially a modified production bike, all be it heavily modded but it's worlds away from a factory prototype. It's a big learning curve and a gradual process and if pushed too hard could end up being painfull at best and career ending at worst.
Think people are expecting too much from toprak to early. He's used to riding whatever is essentially a modified production bike, all be it heavily modded but it's worlds away from a factory prototype. It's a big learning curve and a gradual process and if pushed too hard could end up being painfull at best and career ending at worst.
In reply to Post #904
Just another rookie from another class...having said that Aldeguer didn't do to bad in the last race, so you never know
Hope Martins o.k.
Just another rookie from another class...having said that Aldeguer didn't do to bad in the last race, so you never know
Hope Martins o.k.
In reply to Post #905
Nine year age of difference, at his age he is near the end of his career and on a bike getting a new engine format.
Nine year age of difference, at his age he is near the end of his career and on a bike getting a new engine format.
In reply to Post #906
How very dare you, leave Toprak alone, ageist, and trying to condemn us to MM monotony
Another metronomic performance from MM, good on the 46 boys.
I was going to say I liked the track but seems hard to pass which maybe not the best.
How very dare you, leave Toprak alone, ageist, and trying to condemn us to MM monotony
Another metronomic performance from MM, good on the 46 boys.
I was going to say I liked the track but seems hard to pass which maybe not the best.
Another great result from MM, shame for Aldeguer, good from Acosta, better race than the sprint. They need to do something with those open chicanes, how lucky was Bastianini
The commentators mentioned a big crash in the WSB..off to watch that
The commentators mentioned a big crash in the WSB..off to watch that
In reply to Post #908
Actually don't think the aprilia is far behind the Ducati, will be interesting to see what Yamaha can do with a V4.
Actually don't think the aprilia is far behind the Ducati, will be interesting to see what Yamaha can do with a V4.
In reply to Post #904
100% but I can't wait to see him in the mix
100% but I can't wait to see him in the mix
In reply to Post #909
It's a good bike, Martin might be in the mix
Great racing and loving it, shows that FB is such a boring fecker and if he gets in front he can win, if he can't he can't compete, levels below
It's a good bike, Martin might be in the mix
Great racing and loving it, shows that FB is such a boring fecker and if he gets in front he can win, if he can't he can't compete, levels below
Yep, Martin bounced back well from the last off.
Wasn't WSB below but BSB, 1ST race Cadwell Park they were dropping like flies
Wasn't WSB below but BSB, 1ST race Cadwell Park they were dropping like flies
In reply to Post #912
Another sprint win for the goat.
Another sprint win for the goat.
In reply to Post #913
1st few laps were quite good, shame AM binned it.
1st few laps were quite good, shame AM binned it.
That race exemplifies why I don't enjoy some GP races, boring, let's watch a load of riders follow each other. Just wish Zarco would've stayed on.
Please WSB help...off to watch
Did I hear Yam start testing V4 tomorrow FQ's been o.k lately...hmm
Please WSB help...off to watch
Did I hear Yam start testing V4 tomorrow
FQ's been o.k lately...hmm
In reply to Post #915
Yes I heard that, watched Jamie whitham discussing it and he thinks toprak will only be there for a year to get GP experience before he switches to BMW in 27.
Yes I heard that, watched Jamie whitham discussing it and he thinks toprak will only be there for a year to get GP experience before he switches to BMW in 27.
In reply to Post #916
Wow, just searched that, didn't know BMW might be joining..Toprak on BMW in GP...what's not to like about that
Just need Kawasaki to join in now, would love to seen a green machine in the mix.
Wow, just searched that, didn't know BMW might be joining..Toprak on BMW in GP...what's not to like about that
Just need Kawasaki to join in now, would love to seen a green machine in the mix.
In reply to Post #917
Would love to see Suzuki make a comeback.
Would love to see Suzuki make a comeback.
In reply to Post #918
Me too.
The commentators were doing my head in during the sprint, was like a MM fan club.....then he slid out End of that winning run thank God, great race from Bez.
Me too.
The commentators were doing my head in during the sprint, was like a MM fan club.....then he slid out
End of that winning run thank God, great race from Bez.
In reply to Post #919
See the Rossi fans cheering when he slid out of the sprint but crying when he won the race.
See the Rossi fans cheering when he slid out of the sprint but crying when he won the race.
In reply to Post #920
Yep Another master class from MM, got to give it to him
Bez doing very well now and that Aprilia looks a match for the Ducati top end.
Yep
Another master class from MM, got to give it to him Bez doing very well now and that Aprilia looks a match for the Ducati top end.
In reply to Post #921
Said before it's not far behind the Ducati, wonder if pecco would find it better suited to his style.
Said before it's not far behind the Ducati, wonder if pecco would find it better suited to his style.
In reply to Post #922
MM has broke him and showed the world where he really is, when he won he was on a far superior bike, you can see that when you compare team mates.
Aprillia have upped their game, Yamaha now have the V4 so it will be interesting to see where they end up, KTM are up there and so close and Honda seem to be coming back into the mix!
And if BMW join MotoGP that will only be to try and rival Audi / Ducati
MM has broke him and showed the world where he really is, when he won he was on a far superior bike, you can see that when you compare team mates.
Aprillia have upped their game, Yamaha now have the V4 so it will be interesting to see where they end up, KTM are up there and so close and Honda seem to be coming back into the mix!
And if BMW join MotoGP that will only be to try and rival Audi / Ducati
Superb from FB and a great result for Paco 😎
What was J Martin thinking of, could easily of been fatal
What was J Martin thinking of, could easily of been fatal
Well done MM, 7 times world champion, what a comeback
Pleasure to watch, the complete motorcycle rider, incredible
Pleasure to watch, the complete motorcycle rider, incredible
In reply to Post #925
Yep, a boring race apart from FBs bike.
Role on 2026
Yep, a boring race apart from FBs bike.
Role on 2026
In reply to Post #925
All done as Nd dusted but would love to see mm win the rest of the races just to hammer it home.
All done as Nd dusted but would love to see mm win the rest of the races just to hammer it home.
In reply to Post #927
I don't think MM has it in him not to be the best he can be, I just hope he doesn't do anything silly to risk the start of next season or worse.
Really hope Martin doesn't need another op.
I don't think MM has it in him not to be the best he can be, I just hope he doesn't do anything silly to risk the start of next season or worse.
Really hope Martin doesn't need another op.
In reply to Post #928
Crashed so has to do Q1
Crashed so has to do Q1
In reply to Post #929
A slide off for 1 crash and a wobble that threw him off for a second heavier crash....so MM. Bet he's peeved at Bezs pace..lol
I see Martin broke his collarbone, Dorna say he won't make the next 2 races at least.
A slide off for 1 crash and a wobble that threw him off for a second heavier crash....so MM. Bet he's peeved at Bezs pace..lol
I see Martin broke his collarbone, Dorna say he won't make the next 2 races at least.
What a ride from Bez in the sprint
In reply to Post #927
Motorcycle god, incredible really, completely different level
Motorcycle god, incredible really, completely different level
In reply to Post #931
What a wipe out today, bad, bad, bad move, WTF
MM put his shoulder back in once he got out of the gravel!
What a wipe out today, bad, bad, bad move, WTF
MM put his shoulder back in once he got out of the gravel!
In reply to Post #933
Great race from Aldeguer
Marquez evidence of a fractured shoulder. I knew he'd probably do something silly, didn't expect Bez to be at fault, not like Bez either, he'll be mortified I'd imagine.
Bez ordered to Dr's too.
FB, that bike tried to high side him in the previous corner the slid out on the next..wth.
Great race from Aldeguer
Marquez evidence of a fractured shoulder. I knew he'd probably do something silly, didn't expect Bez to be at fault, not like Bez either, he'll be mortified I'd imagine.
Bez ordered to Dr's too.
FB, that bike tried to high side him in the previous corner the slid out on the next..wth.
In reply to Post #934
Great race from Aldeguer
100%, potential future world champion, great rider and racer
Great race from Aldeguer
100%, potential future world champion, great rider and racer
In reply to Post #934
Career ending for MM ? Much as I would love to see him win another championship I think we now have two more aliens joining the party and I believe both KTM and aprilia have machines capable of winning.
Career ending for MM ? Much as I would love to see him win another championship I think we now have two more aliens joining the party and I believe both KTM and aprilia have machines capable of winning.
In reply to Post #936
Hmm, not sure, MM seems invincible
Not seen it mentioned on here but if you guys haven't watched the WSB Aragon races, certainly race 1 & Superpole, race 2 not bad either at the beginning, go and watch them.
Bulega & Toprak, some of the very best racing I've ever seen. Even the commentators said they haven't seen anything like it since maybe Edwards & Bayliss 2002.
Just wow! Makes me sad Toprak is leaving, WSB so much more entertaining than GP as of late.
Hmm, not sure, MM seems invincible
Not seen it mentioned on here but if you guys haven't watched the WSB Aragon races, certainly race 1 & Superpole, race 2 not bad either at the beginning, go and watch them.
Bulega & Toprak, some of the very best racing I've ever seen. Even the commentators said they haven't seen anything like it since maybe Edwards & Bayliss 2002.
Just wow! Makes me sad Toprak is leaving, WSB so much more entertaining than GP as of late.
In reply to Post #937
Toprak different level, that BM is not competitive with the Ducati but he makes it, unreal
Hope MM makes a return
Toprak different level, that BM is not competitive with the Ducati but he makes it, unreal
Hope MM makes a return
In reply to Post #938
Something else those races weren't they
Something else those races weren't they
In reply to Post #939
Australian Sprint was certainly different great ride from Bez again, I was hoping for Fernandes & Trackhouse though.
Australian Sprint was certainly different
great ride from Bez again, I was hoping for Fernandes & Trackhouse though.
So happy for Trackhouse & Fernandez what a brilliant result for them, taking it to the big boys
Hi All,
Just seen rat boy is out till the 2026 season now, not really surprising, but I guess the surgeons can only cut a guy up so much.
Best
Jon
Just seen rat boy is out till the 2026 season now, not really surprising, but I guess the surgeons can only cut a guy up so much.
Best
Jon
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In reply to Post #942
I think it's a wise move Jon, not worth any risk for next season. Just seen this, new to youtube a good watch. Not sure if it plays for you guys like it did me, but I had to put subtitles on as it wasn't automatic for the none English speaking segments.
Sepang Clash 10 years on
LINKY POO™ https://youtu.be/PsxRwzV9WrQ?si=5p8hf-_c1FMk7cma
I think it's a wise move Jon, not worth any risk for next season. Just seen this, new to youtube
a good watch. Not sure if it plays for you guys like it did me, but I had to put subtitles on as it wasn't automatic for the none English speaking segments.Sepang Clash 10 years on
LINKY POO™ https://youtu.be/PsxRwzV9WrQ?si=5p8hf-_c1FMk7cma
Where did Bagnaia find that from
Another good race from Aldeguer.
Another good race from Aldeguer.
Hi All
Just watched moto 3 race. That crash on the warm up lap was scary monsters.
Both riders helicoptered to hospital, hope they are both OK.
Best
Jon
Just watched moto 3 race. That crash on the warm up lap was scary monsters.
Both riders helicoptered to hospital, hope they are both OK.
Best
Jon
In reply to Post #946
Yep, very nasty, and on the sighting lap too One relatively o.k, the other will require multiple surgeries.
The GP was good for the 1st 4 laps, great ride from Alex in the end...and Mir stayed on his bike..a bigger achievement than the podium
EDIT, Reuda with fractured hand & bruising but Dettwiler suffered “multiple cardiac arrests”, fractured his leg, damaged his spleen and lungs, and “lost a lot of blood”.
Yep, very nasty, and on the sighting lap too
One relatively o.k, the other will require multiple surgeries.The GP was good for the 1st 4 laps, great ride from Alex in the end...and Mir stayed on his bike..a bigger achievement than the podium
EDIT, Reuda with fractured hand & bruising but Dettwiler suffered “multiple cardiac arrests”, fractured his leg, damaged his spleen and lungs, and “lost a lot of blood”.
Good ride from Alex M in the sprint.
Fab to see Bulega on MMs Ducati, sad he had a off, espesh doing something he said he'd found out in practice that's different on GP bikes, ie, instant front brake grab, guess it was just habit.
Fab to see Bulega on MMs Ducati, sad he had a off, espesh doing something he said he'd found out in practice that's different on GP bikes, ie, instant front brake grab, guess it was just habit.
In reply to Post #949
Great bike that inspired one of the best road motorcycles ever made, the R1
V4 power is untouchable, and Honda have run that for many years, prior to Ducati which is not replicated in their fireblade road offering!
The whole motorcycle world is ****ed up for me. Give me a litre bike anyday, than a middle weight twin which all manufacturers seem to be pushing, good fun but not the same experience by a long way!
Most GP inspired litre bikes are now pushing 20k for a base model, and are been phased out sadly
As for Moto GP, MM is a racing god, like him or loathe him, completely different level, closely followed by his brother!
Roll on next season, it could be interesting because that Aprillia looks good, Yamaha and Honda may be stronger too
Great bike that inspired one of the best road motorcycles ever made, the R1
V4 power is untouchable, and Honda have run that for many years, prior to Ducati which is not replicated in their fireblade road offering!
The whole motorcycle world is ****ed up for me. Give me a litre bike anyday, than a middle weight twin which all manufacturers seem to be pushing, good fun but not the same experience by a long way!
Most GP inspired litre bikes are now pushing 20k for a base model, and are been phased out sadly
As for Moto GP, MM is a racing god, like him or loathe him, completely different level, closely followed by his brother!
Roll on next season, it could be interesting because that Aprillia looks good, Yamaha and Honda may be stronger too
Some interesting stuff on net today about Toprak, great lap time at Sepang in cold conditions with cold tyres, and Yamaha restricted him to only 2 sets. Story is he tried to cadge some more from the Honda garage 🤣
In reply to Post #951
Will be interesting to see who will be Yamahas leading rider. FQ is in the top 3 riders on the grid for me, Toprak could be up there too. Problem is, that Yamaha might still be off the pace. Costing FQ a proper shot at the title but he has stuck with them so far!
MM is back, hope he wins the title, nobody on that grid has the skill set he has
I know Rossi had seen Topraks data and said it was unbelievable!
The Ducati package is the one to beat
Will be interesting to see who will be Yamahas leading rider. FQ is in the top 3 riders on the grid for me, Toprak could be up there too. Problem is, that Yamaha might still be off the pace. Costing FQ a proper shot at the title but he has stuck with them so far!
MM is back, hope he wins the title, nobody on that grid has the skill set he has
I know Rossi had seen Topraks data and said it was unbelievable!
The Ducati package is the one to beat
Wow, that breaks gone quick, can't wait for the weekend
In reply to Post #953
How much that MM takes M Bez out
How much that MM takes M Bez out
In reply to Post #954
We watched the latest MGP vid tonight from Thailand, they reckon the Aprillia is equal to the 26 Ducati, it broke the lap record, down to the riders then...love it
We watched the latest MGP vid tonight from Thailand, they reckon the Aprillia is equal to the 26 Ducati, it broke the lap record, down to the riders then...love it
Are TNT messing up about again, not showing past events until a day later?
Just tried to watch the Sprint, nowhere to be seen
Just tried to watch the Sprint, nowhere to be seen
In reply to Post #956
I watched it this morning
Psyched MB out of that one!
And run PA wide
Great result for KTM that, Aprillia may be up there too
I watched it this morning
Psyched MB out of that one!
And run PA wide
Great result for KTM that, Aprillia may be up there too
In reply to Post #957
Thanks 4 that mate still not seen it.
Be dammed if I'm restricting myself to watching it live!
Thanks 4 that mate
still not seen it.Be dammed if I'm restricting myself to watching it live!
Those Aprillia are going to take some stopping
Great tussle between MM, PA and F until MM ruined it
Toprak doing o.k but that Yamaha's going to need something to give him a fighting chance.
Great tussle between MM, PA and F until MM ruined it
Toprak doing o.k but that Yamaha's going to need something to give him a fighting chance.
In reply to Post #959
Toprak is a great rider, first season though. Jap bikes have gone mate, MGP and as a whole, lacking behind European bikes with technology and all round performance
Great win for Aprilia that, good result for RF too!
MM blow out!
Toprak is a great rider, first season though. Jap bikes have gone mate, MGP and as a whole, lacking behind European bikes with technology and all round performance
Great win for Aprilia that, good result for RF too!
MM blow out!
In reply to Post #960
MM's tyre rim was a right mess, that kerb must be pretty savage...I'm thinking leathers wouldn't stand a chance if it does that to a rim
Mr Acosta doing the doo too...old hand or still rookie
MM's tyre rim was a right mess, that kerb must be pretty savage...I'm thinking leathers wouldn't stand a chance if it does that to a rim
Mr Acosta doing the doo too...old hand or still rookie
Finally got to see the Sprint...what a race....and the battle between MM & Acosta....wow
No idea wht the main race was so bad!
Acosta to Ducati team mate to MM apparently....good God. They'll take some stopping.
Great weekend for Trackhouse too but still no main sponsor...odd!
No idea wht the main race was so bad!
Acosta to Ducati team mate to MM apparently....good God. They'll take some stopping.
Great weekend for Trackhouse too but still no main sponsor...odd!
In reply to Post #962
RF and Trackhouse, that was some ride!
The Aprilla looks super competitive.
Factory Ducati, AM and PA deserve that ride but they wont out boring Bangnia, Italian
RF and Trackhouse, that was some ride!
The Aprilla looks super competitive.
Factory Ducati, AM and PA deserve that ride but they wont out boring Bangnia, Italian
Bloody pot holes...get on with it, not even on the racing line fgs
Edit Great result for Aprillia espesh Martin in the main race.
What's the story with that track, main race reduced by 8 laps, not good
Edit Great result for Aprillia espesh Martin in the main race.
What's the story with that track, main race reduced by 8 laps, not good
In reply to Post #964
Good start for Aprillia that, lovely bike
Good start for Aprillia that, lovely bike
Yay Martin what a sprint, D head MM surely he'll get a penalty, feel so sorry for Digi
Then Martin bins it
You couldn't write it
what a sprint, D head MM surely he'll get a penalty, feel so sorry for Digi Then Martin bins it
You couldn't write it
In reply to Post #966
MM, think rage took over
Some race that from Martin ✊
And you don't see many pros lose the front end in a 100mph+ wheelie lol. Luckily he was not hurt
MM, think rage took over
Some race that from Martin ✊
And you don't see many pros lose the front end in a 100mph+ wheelie lol. Luckily he was not hurt
Good god, that Moto 2 crash
Hope they're all o.k.
Hope they're all o.k.
In reply to Post #968
Bad one that, that 1st corner has got to be one of the worst on all the circuits, near on hair pin that creates a bottle neck!
Aprillia power dominates again!
Good ride by MM and Toprak, the leading Yamaha!
Bad one that, that 1st corner has got to be one of the worst on all the circuits, near on hair pin that creates a bottle neck!
Aprillia power dominates again!
Good ride by MM and Toprak, the leading Yamaha!
Only just watched the GP, Aprillia looking very strong and well done Martin.
Felt so sorry for Trackhouse, Ai Ogura, he was riding the socks of it and Bastianini giving it to Marquez too
Felt so sorry for Trackhouse, Ai Ogura, he was riding the socks of it and Bastianini giving it to Marquez too
In reply to Post #970
Should be a good season for the fans, Aprilia is the bike at the moment and JM seems to be coming strong too!
Ducati set up does not seem right and they seem to have stood still compared to Aprilia and even Honda!
MM not 100% fit so see what happens, still fancy him for the title, god on two wheels
Should be a good season for the fans, Aprilia is the bike at the moment and JM seems to be coming strong too!
Ducati set up does not seem right and they seem to have stood still compared to Aprilia and even Honda!
MM not 100% fit so see what happens, still fancy him for the title, god on two wheels
That was some sprint race, did MM break any rules? Will he be punished, going for a nosey. Bad weekend for Aprillia but Honda with Zarco did o.k at 1st
Edit, MM didn't do anything wrong apparently, entered pit lane through the speed trap, got to that point safely by crossing the grass as he did!
EDIT 2, Silly boy MM...that bike looked destroyed!
Edit, MM didn't do anything wrong apparently, entered pit lane through the speed trap, got to that point safely by crossing the grass as he did!
EDIT 2, Silly boy MM...that bike looked destroyed!
Bit of a boring sprint, well done Martin
MM a huge high side, bike destroyed, just as well it didn't hit him, some great footage of the bike tumbling!
MM a huge high side, bike destroyed, just as well it didn't hit him, some great footage of the bike tumbling!
What a ride from Martin
MM out for a while injured, loose screw in shoulder and broken foot
Martin to Yamha next year along with Ai Ogura apparently, trackhouse team boss to Honda, think that's a shame!
MM out for a while injured, loose screw in shoulder and broken foot
Martin to Yamha next year along with Ai Ogura apparently, trackhouse team boss to Honda, think that's a shame!
In reply to Post #974
JM, Superb
I bet he will be staying at Aprillia now, that bike is FAST. Some moves at the start of the sprint from JM
MM high side, not good that. See how long he is out for. JM might be a good bet for the title
JM, Superb
I bet he will be staying at Aprillia now, that bike is FAST. Some moves at the start of the sprint from JM
MM high side, not good that. See how long he is out for. JM might be a good bet for the title
Good ride from AM yesterday, Acosta doing his title hope no harm coming 2nd either.
J Martin crashing again, was it 4 crashes total, very odd, really didn't suit the Aprillia.
Felt sorry for Mir, rescues a off then taken out by someone else seconds after.
J Martin crashing again, was it 4 crashes total, very odd, really didn't suit the Aprillia.
Felt sorry for Mir, rescues a off then taken out by someone else seconds after.
What the hell have I just watched
3 big crashes, 3 resarts, 2 riders in hospital, that Alex M crash...he was lucky.
Great win for Digi....Mir in 2nd and Acosta knocked off on near the last corner....no one would believe you.
Poor Matin
Best race in a long while
3 big crashes, 3 resarts, 2 riders in hospital, that Alex M crash...he was lucky.
Great win for Digi....Mir in 2nd and Acosta knocked off on near the last corner....no one would believe you.
Poor Matin
Best race in a long while
In reply to Post #977
Crazy wasn't it
AM Very lucky, rare one that. PA bike just lost power? I reckon they were flying in that area too!
Bad move by Mir that too
Crazy wasn't it
AM Very lucky, rare one that. PA bike just lost power? I reckon they were flying in that area too!
Bad move by Mir that too
In reply to Post #978
Yeah, on the replay PA was just starting to lift his left hand when Marquez rear ended him.
Not sure if you saw it but there was a camera angle they cut off just as AMs bike dug in, behind the photographers leaning over the barriers.
Can't wait to see that footage emerge online, there will be bits of bike flying everywhere, be a really cool shot slowed down.
Yeah, on the replay PA was just starting to lift his left hand when Marquez rear ended him.
Not sure if you saw it but there was a camera angle they cut off just as AMs bike dug in, behind the photographers leaning over the barriers.
Can't wait to see that footage emerge online, there will be bits of bike flying everywhere, be a really cool shot slowed down.
Alex Marquez has a fractured vertebrae and broken metatarsal apparently, hope he doesn't rush back.
Great win for Trackhouse/Fernandez in the sprint, thought Marquez did well too considering, belting start from him!
In reply to Post #981
Considering he had surgery recently can’t believe he was back so soon, crazy
Aprillia is deffo the bike of the moment, super quick ✊
Great ride from MB and JM
Considering he had surgery recently can’t believe he was back so soon, crazy
Aprillia is deffo the bike of the moment, super quick ✊
Great ride from MB and JM
Mr Dunlop absolutely amazing at the TT
Edit, amazing from MM....still injured.....only did 50% of qualifying...pole and the win
Edit, amazing from MM....still injured.....only did 50% of qualifying...pole and the win
In reply to Post #983
And again today, incredible, we are watching history in the making, the greatest motorcycle racer ever. Think it was about 2 to go, how he didn’t loose it I don’t know, unreal skills
Valentino who
And again today, incredible, we are watching history in the making, the greatest motorcycle racer ever. Think it was about 2 to go, how he didn’t loose it I don’t know, unreal skills
Valentino who
In reply to Post #984
Hello Chris, whether people are in the VR camp or MM camp regarding the goat I think they all tend to forget what Valentino did for Moto GP. When I went to Catalunya in 2006 and again to Valencia in 2008, bearing in mind both Spanish circuits, I would say the overwhelming support was still for Valentino, and the concessions were probably a minimum of 60% VR with the rest divided amongst all the other riders, he was a marketing genius but not only that it was his shenanigans at the end of, albeit a winning race that made the sport ever more popular, like unfurling the long banner for his 100th win or signing a new ‘contract’ at a desk, they were what people loved to see, Lorenzo had a go with his guitar antics at (I think) Catalunya I’m not sure, but he was never really that kind of character, also VR probably should have won in 2006, he had more wins than NH ( who no one would begrudge a world championship, RIP Nicky😢 ) but Hayden was just consistent scoring a lot of podium places. I do think a lot of people tend to forget they owe a lot (especially in terms of earnings) to VR, I guess it will go on being debated but it’s like comparing Ali against Tyson or Pele against Maradonna, VR was well past his best by the time MM was at his best and to be honest, to be riding one of those bikes for over twenty years (especially through the 500 era) is pretty hard core, he obviously loved doing it, why wouldn’t you? Well ask Casey Stoner!
Hello Chris, whether people are in the VR camp or MM camp regarding the goat I think they all tend to forget what Valentino did for Moto GP. When I went to Catalunya in 2006 and again to Valencia in 2008, bearing in mind both Spanish circuits, I would say the overwhelming support was still for Valentino, and the concessions were probably a minimum of 60% VR with the rest divided amongst all the other riders, he was a marketing genius but not only that it was his shenanigans at the end of, albeit a winning race that made the sport ever more popular, like unfurling the long banner for his 100th win or signing a new ‘contract’ at a desk, they were what people loved to see, Lorenzo had a go with his guitar antics at (I think) Catalunya I’m not sure, but he was never really that kind of character, also VR probably should have won in 2006, he had more wins than NH ( who no one would begrudge a world championship, RIP Nicky😢 ) but Hayden was just consistent scoring a lot of podium places. I do think a lot of people tend to forget they owe a lot (especially in terms of earnings) to VR, I guess it will go on being debated but it’s like comparing Ali against Tyson or Pele against Maradonna, VR was well past his best by the time MM was at his best and to be honest, to be riding one of those bikes for over twenty years (especially through the 500 era) is pretty hard core, he obviously loved doing it, why wouldn’t you? Well ask Casey Stoner!
In reply to Post #985
Great post Henry. I was a Rossi fan and hated MM at the time, used to think he was ruthless and dangerous but he is so calculated. Nobody will ever win the fans over like Rossi, he was a character and entertainer and you could argue, or I would who was the best between them because I don’t think many come that close!
MM is certainly showing his experience now, there ain’t many who can do what he can on a motorcycle, or have the bottle like he does, and after all the operations and crashes. As Rossi said, he is the devil on a motorcycle lol
This is why I don’t think you can compare the older guys, they were good at what they did in their era but Ago wasn’t riding a near 300bhp monster at 240mph and sliding it into corners at 160mph, not saying he couldn’t but you have to have some proper minerals
Incredible sport and a different level of lunatic to ride those things
Not to mention Dunlop and co. 200mph over the mountain, insane
Great post Henry. I was a Rossi fan and hated MM at the time, used to think he was ruthless and dangerous but he is so calculated. Nobody will ever win the fans over like Rossi, he was a character and entertainer and you could argue, or I would who was the best between them because I don’t think many come that close!
MM is certainly showing his experience now, there ain’t many who can do what he can on a motorcycle, or have the bottle like he does, and after all the operations and crashes. As Rossi said, he is the devil on a motorcycle lol
This is why I don’t think you can compare the older guys, they were good at what they did in their era but Ago wasn’t riding a near 300bhp monster at 240mph and sliding it into corners at 160mph, not saying he couldn’t but you have to have some proper minerals
Incredible sport and a different level of lunatic to ride those things
Not to mention Dunlop and co. 200mph over the mountain, insane
In reply to Post #986
I have to say you’re dead right there, these machines are mental, and the riders even more mental, like you say 300bhp on a bike that light is crazy and it takes a special sort of rider to handle them ( although like I say the 500’s were pretty mad as well ) we’ll never know what the likes of Ago or even BS would have been like on these bikes as they’ve evolved so much, but I do think that once a motorbike racer always a motorbike racer and then it comes down to the finer skills which MM has more than anyone else, I mean it was probably him that got the lean angle to where it is now, elbow down, shoulder down even! How is that possible?!!! I think with the reduction in engine size and rider aids then it might be more of a level playing field but who knows, the manufacturers will always find a way to go faster and if they’ve got a Marquez or even a Martin on the bike then we’re all in for a treat, I have to be honest I didn’t watch it at all last year as it became a predictable bore fest but this year it’s become a lot more watchable, watching PA sort of reminds me of when Stoner was on the Honda and crashed a lot, then he went to Ducati and everything changed, maybe it’ll happen for Acosta as well, I can’t see MM going on for too much longer though, one more big crash and I think he needs to think seriously about his health, he can’t keep bouncing back (literally) he’s lucky he lives in Spain or he would have to do a Barry Sheene and move to a warmer country what with all his injuries, I reckon he’ll need more ops and lots of physio, even when he retires, either that or he’s not human!
I have to say you’re dead right there, these machines are mental, and the riders even more mental, like you say 300bhp on a bike that light is crazy and it takes a special sort of rider to handle them ( although like I say the 500’s were pretty mad as well ) we’ll never know what the likes of Ago or even BS would have been like on these bikes as they’ve evolved so much, but I do think that once a motorbike racer always a motorbike racer and then it comes down to the finer skills which MM has more than anyone else, I mean it was probably him that got the lean angle to where it is now, elbow down, shoulder down even! How is that possible?!!! I think with the reduction in engine size and rider aids then it might be more of a level playing field but who knows, the manufacturers will always find a way to go faster and if they’ve got a Marquez or even a Martin on the bike then we’re all in for a treat, I have to be honest I didn’t watch it at all last year as it became a predictable bore fest but this year it’s become a lot more watchable, watching PA sort of reminds me of when Stoner was on the Honda and crashed a lot, then he went to Ducati and everything changed, maybe it’ll happen for Acosta as well, I can’t see MM going on for too much longer though, one more big crash and I think he needs to think seriously about his health, he can’t keep bouncing back (literally) he’s lucky he lives in Spain or he would have to do a Barry Sheene and move to a warmer country what with all his injuries, I reckon he’ll need more ops and lots of physio, even when he retires, either that or he’s not human!
In reply to Post #986
Oh and with regard to the Isle of Man, I can’t even watch that stuff, it’s too frightening and when I see a crash I feel sick, that’s why the likes of VR and the elite would never take it on, not at full speed anyway. Any road racing takes a special kind of loon, take Hicky for example, they don’t need to do it but I suppose it’s like someone who needs their next fix. I used to ride bikes and probably quite often took risks I shouldn’t have but that was every now and then and not at the speeds these guys do (although 175mph on my Blackbird in France a few years ago was fun, not that I’d fancy it going wrong😜) and they’re doing it every week, no matter how safe it gets, it’s NEVER safe!
Oh and with regard to the Isle of Man, I can’t even watch that stuff, it’s too frightening and when I see a crash I feel sick, that’s why the likes of VR and the elite would never take it on, not at full speed anyway. Any road racing takes a special kind of loon, take Hicky for example, they don’t need to do it but I suppose it’s like someone who needs their next fix. I used to ride bikes and probably quite often took risks I shouldn’t have but that was every now and then and not at the speeds these guys do (although 175mph on my Blackbird in France a few years ago was fun, not that I’d fancy it going wrong😜) and they’re doing it every week, no matter how safe it gets, it’s NEVER safe!
In reply to Post #987
They reckon Acosta will be going to Ducati, that should be interesting. I am sure he will be a world champ one day
They reckon Acosta will be going to Ducati, that should be interesting. I am sure he will be a world champ one day
In reply to Post #988
Brilliant
I've road the mountain quite a few times at crazy speeds, the best white knuckle ride in the world bar none
Difference is, i wasn't riding to the the absolute limit like those boys, crazy, stupidly fast
Brilliant
I've road the mountain quite a few times at crazy speeds, the best white knuckle ride in the world bar none
Difference is, i wasn't riding to the the absolute limit like those boys, crazy, stupidly fast
Bez.....just 👌 ...qualifying on youtube...in lots of pain!
Loving Ogura & what trackhouse are doing..😎
Looked at the single day price to visit...just ridiculous 🤬
Edit,
Great result for Aprila, go Ogura...even his boss fancied Raul over him, you show em lad 😎
Stands empty, not surprised at those prices, they'd have made more money by lowering the price encouraging more folks to go!
Loving Ogura & what trackhouse are doing..😎
Looked at the single day price to visit...just ridiculous 🤬
Edit,
Great result for Aprila, go Ogura...even his boss fancied Raul over him, you show em lad 😎
Stands empty, not surprised at those prices, they'd have made more money by lowering the price encouraging more folks to go!
In reply to Post #991
Interesting weekend. Racer of the week RF, what a win, closely followed by JM.
Aprilia dominates and Silverstone kills tyres!
Interesting weekend. Racer of the week RF, what a win, closely followed by JM.
Aprilia dominates and Silverstone kills tyres!
In reply to Post #992
Track house manager couldn't have got it more wrong if he tried 😂...RF for the sprint AO for the GP. Something very odd about the GP race for Ogura before binning it, which is in itself odd.
Poor Crutchlow 😢 Not sure Bez should even of been riding with that shoulder, I was praying he didn't have a off!
Track house manager couldn't have got it more wrong if he tried 😂...RF for the sprint AO for the GP. Something very odd about the GP race for Ogura before binning it, which is in itself odd.
Poor Crutchlow 😢 Not sure Bez should even of been riding with that shoulder, I was praying he didn't have a off!
In reply to Post #993
I was watching the front of Oguras bike, it was all over the place, unstable, had to happen. Major set up problem there, guess he had no adjustment, which surprised me?
It was a good ride from Bez considering the injury though, crazy, but they are straight back on them!
I was watching the front of Oguras bike, it was all over the place, unstable, had to happen. Major set up problem there, guess he had no adjustment, which surprised me?
It was a good ride from Bez considering the injury though, crazy, but they are straight back on them!
In reply to Post #991
Hi Vossy, i have to say i agree with you regarding the prices, i dont know why they dont reduce the prices at Silverstone to get more in, god knows how a family of four pay for their tickets at those prices. The last time i went to Silverstone was in 2008 and apart from Barcelona and Valencia before that was when it was the 500’s at Donnington and i dont remember it being prohibitively expensive back then, did you see Iwan Thomas walking around the campsite for TNT sports? £6.50 for an ice cream!!!
I used to work for a photo agency that photographed F1 back in the early noughties, I got some gratis tickets for the Silverstone race in 2002, if I had paid they would have been £95 for general admission and an extra £25 for the infield, that’s withno guaranteed seating and twenty four years ago!!!
I stick to Bemsee racing these days as my cousin races and I get free tickets🤣 with the odd BSB meeting thrown in, more my price range🤣
Me and a mate are thinking about Brno next year but they haven’t finalised dates yet, has anyone on here ever been?
Hi Vossy, i have to say i agree with you regarding the prices, i dont know why they dont reduce the prices at Silverstone to get more in, god knows how a family of four pay for their tickets at those prices. The last time i went to Silverstone was in 2008 and apart from Barcelona and Valencia before that was when it was the 500’s at Donnington and i dont remember it being prohibitively expensive back then, did you see Iwan Thomas walking around the campsite for TNT sports? £6.50 for an ice cream!!!
I used to work for a photo agency that photographed F1 back in the early noughties, I got some gratis tickets for the Silverstone race in 2002, if I had paid they would have been £95 for general admission and an extra £25 for the infield, that’s withno guaranteed seating and twenty four years ago!!!
I stick to Bemsee racing these days as my cousin races and I get free tickets🤣 with the odd BSB meeting thrown in, more my price range🤣
Me and a mate are thinking about Brno next year but they haven’t finalised dates yet, has anyone on here ever been?
In reply to Post #995
The flip side, Henry, I don’t think motorbikes are as popular in the UK now as they once were. The majority or people riding sports bikes and motorbikes in the Uk are 50 plus I bet lol
And then there’s the adventure bike generation, ditched the sports bike for more comfort and an adventure!
Europe on the other hand, different story, maybe it’s the weather or mass use of scooters and a natural progression, who knows. Le Mans, GP, 80,000 people there!
I was gonna go this year for the weekend but couldn’t make it. Wanted to see MM live, ive messed around and missed the last 3 now, must go next year.
The flip side, Henry, I don’t think motorbikes are as popular in the UK now as they once were. The majority or people riding sports bikes and motorbikes in the Uk are 50 plus I bet lol
And then there’s the adventure bike generation, ditched the sports bike for more comfort and an adventure!
Europe on the other hand, different story, maybe it’s the weather or mass use of scooters and a natural progression, who knows. Le Mans, GP, 80,000 people there!
I was gonna go this year for the weekend but couldn’t make it. Wanted to see MM live, ive messed around and missed the last 3 now, must go next year.
In reply to Post #996
Hi Chris, you’re more than right there mate, it’s no coincidence that the demise of the super fast sports bikes has come about at the same time as cctv camera technology, It doesn’t seem to stop the criminals mind you🤦🏻♂️, and like you say over 50 year olds now opt for sensible bikes like tourers, I doubt young people could afford the insurance these days and would end up losing their licences anyway. I was saying to a friend of mine that I very rarely see a sports bike on the road these days whereas once upon a time that was all you saw, not to mention the drop in car drivers driving standards, especially where I live it’s like playing Russian roulette going out on a bike these days!
And then there’s another issue which is unless you’re lucky enough to be able to store your bike in a garage you’ve got the angle grinder mob to deal with, £20,000 pride and joy in a container on its way to Africa or the Middle East coming to a town near you soon!😫
I’m glad I enjoyed my bikes when I did!!!
Stay safe mate👍
Hi Chris, you’re more than right there mate, it’s no coincidence that the demise of the super fast sports bikes has come about at the same time as cctv camera technology, It doesn’t seem to stop the criminals mind you🤦🏻♂️, and like you say over 50 year olds now opt for sensible bikes like tourers, I doubt young people could afford the insurance these days and would end up losing their licences anyway. I was saying to a friend of mine that I very rarely see a sports bike on the road these days whereas once upon a time that was all you saw, not to mention the drop in car drivers driving standards, especially where I live it’s like playing Russian roulette going out on a bike these days!
And then there’s another issue which is unless you’re lucky enough to be able to store your bike in a garage you’ve got the angle grinder mob to deal with, £20,000 pride and joy in a container on its way to Africa or the Middle East coming to a town near you soon!😫
I’m glad I enjoyed my bikes when I did!!!
Stay safe mate👍
In reply to Post #997
To be fair, there are still quite a few, living up north there are some good areas, out to the east coast and the Yorkshire dales, plenty of back roads and they are what most folks ride. Some good cafes too so there’s always a mix of bikes, the majority are riding adventure bikes but there’s still a few sports bikes around, trouble is they don’t hold the money, the dealers cant shift them, they tell me, so they will give you a crap price. A BMW GS though, every one’s after the!
Sold my Panigale recentley, worst mistake I ever made, should have just keep it. Bought a Super Duke Evo which is nearly as bonkers lol. Still can’t bring myself to ride an adventure bike but I went to the ADV bike rally this year with some mates. I was looking at 1300 gs, you never know lol
Good to hear from you pal, you take care
😀
To be fair, there are still quite a few, living up north there are some good areas, out to the east coast and the Yorkshire dales, plenty of back roads and they are what most folks ride. Some good cafes too so there’s always a mix of bikes, the majority are riding adventure bikes but there’s still a few sports bikes around, trouble is they don’t hold the money, the dealers cant shift them, they tell me, so they will give you a crap price. A BMW GS though, every one’s after the!
Sold my Panigale recentley, worst mistake I ever made, should have just keep it. Bought a Super Duke Evo which is nearly as bonkers lol. Still can’t bring myself to ride an adventure bike but I went to the ADV bike rally this year with some mates. I was looking at 1300 gs, you never know lol
Good to hear from you pal, you take care
😀
In reply to Post #998
Hi Chris,sadly I had to accept my bike riding days are over, mainly down to my age and the length of time since I last owned a bike, I was looking at a Kawasaki Z900rs just for having some fun on through the summer, quick blasts to the coast etc… not made for distance, I was looking at around twelve grand for a new bike and when I started shopping around for insurance to get an idea I promptly gave up, almost a quarter of the price of the bike!!!🤣 I think they were sending me a message, getting old sucks😕
You take care mate👍
Hi Chris,sadly I had to accept my bike riding days are over, mainly down to my age and the length of time since I last owned a bike, I was looking at a Kawasaki Z900rs just for having some fun on through the summer, quick blasts to the coast etc… not made for distance, I was looking at around twelve grand for a new bike and when I started shopping around for insurance to get an idea I promptly gave up, almost a quarter of the price of the bike!!!🤣 I think they were sending me a message, getting old sucks😕
You take care mate👍
In reply to Post #995
Apologies mate, I missed the last 4 replies on the thread, probably because of the break in races...nothing to report 😂...doh....£6.50 for a ice cream...I'm old...kids probably think it's normal!
Makes me wonder re the future, electric bikes won't cut it for me as a viewer. I stopped watching F1 when they started introducing all the safety features, changing tires etc. There's meant to be a element of danger/disgusting emissions and big engines.
Anyway, MM in control at Aragon, Costa did well to keep up with him in the main race, if he'd of been on the Ducati !!! Real shame Ogura was injured.
Thought Toprak has been showing signs lately, getting more from the Yam than Quat.
Apologies mate, I missed the last 4 replies on the thread, probably because of the break in races...nothing to report 😂...doh....£6.50 for a ice cream...I'm old...kids probably think it's normal!
Makes me wonder re the future, electric bikes won't cut it for me as a viewer. I stopped watching F1 when they started introducing all the safety features, changing tires etc. There's meant to be a element of danger/disgusting emissions and big engines.
Anyway, MM in control at Aragon, Costa did well to keep up with him in the main race, if he'd of been on the Ducati !!! Real shame Ogura was injured.
Thought Toprak has been showing signs lately, getting more from the Yam than Quat.
In reply to Post #1000
MM, racing god lol 😎
Yamaha, gone! 👎
Jap bikes, gone! 👎
MM, racing god lol 😎
Yamaha, gone! 👎
Jap bikes, gone! 👎
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