Frustrated by outdated equipment, not to mention being upstaged by Ben, it appears Colin has asked Yamaha Japan for some up to date gear.
http://www.gpone.com/index.php/en/news/braking-news/1304-edwards-chiede-aiuto-alla-yamaha.html
Apart from Toni's 'optimistic' pass, Rossi would have gone backwards anyway wouldn't he?
Can't blame Rossi for being peeved at the man who contributed to a lost title, but his tyre would have died anyway.