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Not quite, but close enough. This pole time is 1/2 second faster than the 250's set in 09, and unlike the test earlier, these times were done on race tires. Qatar is a flowing high speed track, it will be interesting to see if the Moto 2 bikes have truly surpassed the 250's, or if its just on the high speed tracks. Either way, the racing is better because your getting the bonzai slides that you never got with the 250's.Going to the 600;s was a good move.
Moto2 should be amazing this year. At least 10 riders have the ability to win races and challenge for the championship. It will be interesting to see who can remain in contention without making major mistakes. Bradl looks ridiculously good right now. If he starts on pole and breaks the draft, he should go flag to flag, imo.
Joined Jan 2011
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Didn,t see this one mate.
Oh yeah Marques is the real deal for sure, provided he can do a full shift on the bike before tiring & becoming too weak.
He,s only got a small frame. But! so,s pedro. I reckon he,s probably in moto2 for two seasons & then its who,s done their time?
Didn,t see this one mate.
Oh yeah Marques is the real deal for sure, provided he can do a full shift on the bike before tiring & becoming too weak.
He,s only got a small frame. But! so,s pedro. I reckon he,s probably in moto2 for two seasons & then its who,s done their time?
would honda risk losing him to another team if someone came in for him
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Do you think he,d go? Who,s got the same package? or near? Not many I fear
Bradl road a brilliant race. According to Spalding the Kalex is actually the class of the field, but they didn't have the riders last year to make it work.
Redding? What a terrible way to start the year. He's got the riding skill, but he needs to develop his mind.
Marquez came back down to earth. Tough day, I was hoping for a bit of a cinderella story. Hopefully he can get a decent start at Jerez.
Redding? What a terrible way to start the year. He's got the riding skill, but he needs to develop his mind.
Marquez came back down to earth. Tough day, I was hoping for a bit of a cinderella story. Hopefully he can get a decent start at Jerez.
Gread ride by Bradl, all weekend really. He's had GP wins before but this weekend was a real display of Quality, if he can keep that up i'd expect him in motogp sooner or later. Ianonne rescued an average off season and continues to be a threat to anyone who wants to win a race. DeAngelis was spectacular as ever, if he can find the consistency he's lost in the last few years then he could be a real player. I always find myself willing him on, i want him to do well.
Such a shame for Redding to have such a disaster, but Brad had an excellent ride. He was miles ahead of his team mate and best rookie. Hopefully that promise will be followed with more progress.
Such a shame for Redding to have such a disaster, but Brad had an excellent ride. He was miles ahead of his team mate and best rookie. Hopefully that promise will be followed with more progress.
Well said. Shame about Scott, although I'm sure this race will fire him up for Jerez. Bradders was impressive, hopefully he can get some podiums this year. I'm expecting this Moto2 season to be very interesting, with many guys from MotoGP and graduates from 125cc, I'm thinking we are going to see some great racing.
Iannone threw himself right into the title race today, great job. If he can do that a few more times and keep it together when he isn't winning he will be tough to beat. Luthi was solid as ever but that win needs to come soon, i am starting to feel a bit sorry for the guy, probably the best not to have won a race yet. Corsi had an amazing ride to come from so far back and salvage something on an FTR chassis that clearly isn't working that well this year, hopefully they can get it sorted in the month off they have now.
For me, the most impressive thing this year so far has been Bradley Smith. He has taken to the class brilliantly and approached the races in a consistent and measured manner. Hopefully his progress can continue. Bradl did a decent job and didn't make any major errors on a tough day, DeAngelis had a brilliant ride through after jumping the start with what looked to be a clutch issue or just a silly mistake. Feel pretty sorry for Marquez, i think he was on for a strong result and he never stood a chance after Cluzels mistake. Also a good solid ride from Kev Coughlan, i know he's got experience in Spain but i am hoping he can make some progress at the less familiar tracks and FTR can get things sorted too.
Disappointment of the year has to be Scott Redding, he really had fallen off the edge of the world overnight. If they need to change Chassis to get things back together then i hope they do so ASAP.
For me, the most impressive thing this year so far has been Bradley Smith. He has taken to the class brilliantly and approached the races in a consistent and measured manner. Hopefully his progress can continue. Bradl did a decent job and didn't make any major errors on a tough day, DeAngelis had a brilliant ride through after jumping the start with what looked to be a clutch issue or just a silly mistake. Feel pretty sorry for Marquez, i think he was on for a strong result and he never stood a chance after Cluzels mistake. Also a good solid ride from Kev Coughlan, i know he's got experience in Spain but i am hoping he can make some progress at the less familiar tracks and FTR can get things sorted too.
Disappointment of the year has to be Scott Redding, he really had fallen off the edge of the world overnight. If they need to change Chassis to get things back together then i hope they do so ASAP.
What's wrong with sofuoglo? He cant finish in top 10, and he goes backward in the race. I expected him to be a regular front runner.
same here...the biggest disappointment tho personally is Scott Redding, his form at the end of last season really looked promising
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So I think I've figured out why Simon and Redding are suddenly slow--the Suter is built for Marquez.
Not trying to sully Marquez, but Repsol aren't exactly known for their chivalry, and if I were Repsol's racing manager, I wouldn't be taking any chances. Throw a bit of money at Suter, and pay for the changes Marquez wants.
Not trying to sully Marquez, but Repsol aren't exactly known for their chivalry, and if I were Repsol's racing manager, I wouldn't be taking any chances. Throw a bit of money at Suter, and pay for the changes Marquez wants.
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bradl does it again!
he may very well be on his way to win this years title
iannone and marquez need to realize that theyre ruining their title efforts
marquezi-kaze....
iannone and marquez need to realize that theyre ruining their title efforts
marquezi-kaze....
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