No matter senoir or contemporary, no matter compatriots or team-mates, will not preclude a Marco Simoncelli to act and perform dangerous maneuvers. Unfortunately, not always successfully, in addition to endangering other riders were also more often self-defeating.

Season 2010 Black Horse Honda Simoncelli impressed late "hot. " Very late in fact. The new frizzy hair can compete at the forefront in the last two series that take place in Estoril and Valencia circuit. And that's not yet yielded the podium, so that he can not pay my vows to cut hair kribonya which seemed already over.

Yet it did not deter the manufacturer Honda to provide full factory support for him in this 2011 season. Yup, from the beginning it was actually Super Sic rider manufacturer. Italiano it menandatangangani contract with Honda Racing Corporatian (HRC), but left at the Honda Gresini team.

As a manifestation of the seriousness of the HRC to give full support, during a test session at Valencia last November 2010, the 250cc world champion in 2008 it has was asked to test the aerodynamic device specifically for him. Yes, big tall posture that it would require different treatment when compared with Dani Pedrosa are tiny.

But, Simoncelli course should provide feedback in kind to the HRC. Preferential treatment that could be withdrawn if he is still more frequent than gain points DNF. Moreover, the HRC has had three other champion, Dani Pedrosa, Andrea Dovizioso and Casey Stoner of course. If Simoncelli managed to align themselves with the third rider, or at least could surpass one of them, then there is the possibility in 2012 he no longer had to be a surrogate rider.

For the first time since the departure of Valentino Rossi, Honda considered to have a squad the best racers. Plus the motor is very competitive, is the moment of the 2011 season in which Honda could return reigned.

The last time Honda sends riders to the podium MotoGP world champion was in 2006 by Nicky Hayden. In the same season Honda also grabbed the constructors' world championship after winning eight victories from 17 series that was held.

But after that Honda no longer able to compete in the struggle for the title. Manufacturers from Japan's even had to accept down to third position, behind Yamaha and Ducati.

But this year, since pre-season testing, the Honda is much promising performance. Plus the drivers are very good squad in Casey Stoner and Dani Pedrosa, this could be the year where Honda could again be a champion. Thus disclosed mechanical mainstay Valentino Rossi, Jerry Burgess.

"Honda makes major changes, no doubt about that. They've never won it seriously since 2003. I know they won in 2006 but I know the mentality of the people in the Honda and if you do not dominated the race throughout the season then his feelings would be different, "said Burgess.

"They've been trying in recent years, but the biggest hope is to take place this year,"said Burgess at MCN.

Although only two races has elapsed, the Honda performance so far is very satisfactory. Except for the incident that forced Stoner fell in Spain, the team drivers were able to show superiority over its competitors.

"Honda worked well with each other. If one of the drivers underwent a bad day he received information from colleagues who would make him say 'why is my bad day? It must be me and not because the bike'. Casey is clearly the fastest racer," Burgess finished.

The recovery process Alvaro Bautista endured injuries that take place smoothly. Suzuki rider from Spain was ready to re-appear at the Portugal Grand Prix this weekend.

There is no name in the early Bautista MotoGP series this season. Injuries suffered by the Spanish rider kept him out in two earlier series.

Bautista is now ready to return to enliven competition pole. Suzuki rider was declared ready to perform for the Grand Prix of Portugal at Estoril this weekend.

"I've worked very hard to be precise with the time of his comeback race at Estoril and I am sure I can take part in the race later. I understand the process is indeed heavy, but I think I can get back nyetel with the motor and it will help me process the total recovery live and return to normal fitness, "Bautista straightforward as quoted by Autosport.

Bautista underwent three surgeries to restore his femur broke. Currently he has entered the final phase in the rehabilitation phase and begin the preparatory stage of physical condition.

Drivers 26 years, said that he was diving sport swimming, cycling, and also for his physical fitness to regain enough strength to melakoni race.

"The race will be hard but I would really focus in order to spur the GSV-R in Portugal, that's what my main goal at this time. Yes we'll see what kind of development and take a first step today," lugasnya.

If the physical condition of Bautista was not yet ready to perform, then the tester Nobuatsu Aoki Suzuki prepares to go down at Estoril.

Specifications



Engine

• Manufacturer...BRP-Rotax
• Type...998cc, V-twin, liquid-cooled, DOHC 4
• Bore & Stroke...3.82 in. (97 mm) x 2.68 in. (68 mm)
• Injection...Multi-point EFI system with 2 in. (51 mm) throttle body
• Power...100 hp (71 kW @ 7500 RPM)
• Torque...80 lb.-ft. (104 Nm @ 5000 RPM)
• Transmissions 5-speed manual (SM5) with reverse or 5-speed semi-automatic (SE5) with reverse
• Magneto...650 Watts
• Starter...Electric
• Battery...12 volts / 21 amps/hour, sealed maintenance-free

The Double Overhead Camshafts (DOHC) are driven by a link-plate chain off a forged crankshaft and open four titanium valves per cylinder through bucket tappets, with shim-under-bucket lash adjustment. The engine is liquid-cooled with Suzuki Ram-Air Direct (SRAD) induction and a digital engine management system. The 2011 Gixxer 600 motorcycle shares the compact and powerful four-cylinder engine design of the GSX-R 750. The GSXR 600 now has a wheelbase that measures 1385 mm.

The power of the new Brembo brakes is really noticeable." The GSX-R600 motorcycle model both features completely new chassis designs, each based on a more compact, lighter twin-spar aluminum frame with a 15 mm shorter wheelbase. I'm looking forward to getting back out on the bike and trying the settings suggested by three times BSB champ John Reynolds." Superbike Magazine editor, Kenny Pryde, got back in from his second session and added: "I've had the 2010 model all year as my long-term test bike, so I was really keen to get out and try the new bike." "Already I can feel more mid-range performance and the chassis is very agile now. Motorcycle News tester, Michael Neeves was quick to share his views on the new Suzuki GSXR 600, commenting: "We've only had a couple of sessions on track but already I can feel the major differences over the old bike." "The motor feels keener with more mid range and the chassis noticeably sharper. With testers from all major European motorcycle publications in attendance, early feedback was extremely positive thanks to ground-up changes on the new Suzuki GSX-R that is aa full 9kg (19.8 lbs) lighter than its predecessor. The European motorcycle press had their first taste of the all-new 2011 Suzuki GSX-R600 this week at the Almeria race circuit in Spain - and initial responses are that the sportbike has taken a leap forward in many areas.

Phew what a day it's been here in Valencia. I arrived at the launch hotel at 3 a.m. and after only a couple of hours sleep it was off to the Ricardo Tormo circuit in Valencia for some brutal action onboard the all new, 160-horsepower Aprilia Tuono V4R APRC (Aprilia Performance Ride Control).

The Aprilia Tuono V4R is based on the Italian manafucturer's race-breed RSV4 R, but you have with the Tuono is a naked V4 powered "superbike."

This bike is brutal and despite trying to tear my arms off, giving me arm pump and a cramp in my left leg after hard braking this is undoubtedly the new top dog in this class.

The immensely powerful Aprilia V4 just pulls and pulls and this Tuono is something very special. It's definitely not for the faint hearted but with the full APRC package it can be tamed.

The problem is that I didn't want to tame it as I was having so much fun on the circuit using traction control level 1 rather than 6 which is standard set-up.

In the afternoon I tested the naked Aprilia on the roads surrounding Valencia and I've got to say that I prefer this bike on the circuit where you can use all that power.

The V4R is slightly more rev-hungry than it's V90 predecessor, but when the power kicks in it really does kick in big time.

I used more traction control on the road and this added some safety to the ride on roads that sometimes suited the Aprilia Dorsoduro a lot more than the Tuono. But while on the street, comfort isn't necessarily there. The seat is quite hard and not comfortable after a few miles.

As stated before, the Aprilia Tuono V4R APRC is not for the faint hearted; the Tuono is hardcore.

2012 Honda Gold Wing Specifications

• Model: GL1800
• Engine Type: 1832cc liquid-cooled horizontally opposed six-cylinder
• Bore and Stroke: 74mm x 71mm
• Compression ratio: 9.8:1
• Valve Train: SOHC; two valves per cylinder
• Induction: PGM-FI
• Ignition: Computer-controlled digital with 3-D mapping
• Transmission: Five-speed including Overdrive, plus electric Reverse
• Final Drive: Shaft
• Suspension
• Front: 45mm cartridge fork with anti-dive system; 4.8 inches travel
• Rear: Pro Arm single-side swingarm with Pro-Link single shock with computer-controlled spring preload adjustment with two memory presets; 4.1 inches travel
• Brakes
• Front: Dual full-floating 296mm discs with CBS three-piston calipers; optional ABS
• Rear: Single ventilated 316mm disc with CBS three-piston caliper; optional ABS
• Tires
• Front: 130/70R-18
• Rear: 180/60R-16
• Wheelbase: 66.5 inches
• Rake (Caster angle): 29.15°
• Trail: 109mm (4.3 inches)
• Seat Height: 29.1 inches
• Fuel Capacity: 6.7 gallons
• Colors: Pearl White, Candy Red, Ultra Blue Metallic, Black
• Curb Weight: 904 - 933 pounds, depending on option packages selected (includes all standard equipment, required fluids and full tank of fuel-ready to ride)
• Price: $23,199 to $28,499
• Availability: May 2011
  RIDING STYLE
  Helmet: Vemar Jiano
  Jacket: Pokerun 3-in-1 Mesh
  Gloves: Tour Master Cold-Tex
  Pants: Rev'It Cayenne Pro
  Boots: Tour Master Solution Waterproof

Ducati is set to unveil the new Monster 1100 EVO motorcycle, an early 2012 model, at the New York International Motorcycle Show (IMS) on Jan. 21-23, 2011.

This EVO naked bike is the new flagship model of the air-cooled Monster family, the best selling of the Ducati model family ever, although sales of the Monster have certainly slowed in the last few years. This may be partly due to the fact that the Streetfighter is now the naked bike platform for the Ducati liquid-cooled Testastretta engines.

The '12 Monster 1100 EVO is powered by the Desmodue Evoluzione engine, which is the first two-valve Ducati to hit the 100 hp. Compared with the previous 1100 cc twin-cylinder air-cooled L-Desmodromic, this new engine has high revs while a more linear torque curve designed to ensure a smoother power delivery.

The inlet ports and the combustion chamber shape have been redesigned, while the new camshafts have an extreme profile to provide an increased valve lift. The pistons are new too and feature an high compression profile. To ensure high standards of reliability the head cooling system has been revised with improved lubrication to enhance the cooling performance.

The Monster 1100EVO also marks the arrival of the new "Ducati Safety Pack", a simple and effective combination of adjustable Ducati Traction Control (DTC) and ABS brakes designed to aid rider safety.

This new 2012 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO also features a new APTC wet clutch which ensures quiet operation and long life. In addition, the progressive self-servo mechanism reduces the lever effort at the handlebar and makes the Monster even more practical in traffic.

The Monster APTC wet clutch works with a race-like ‘slipper' system which reduces the destabilizing effect of the rear-end under aggressive down-shifting, and compared with other wet clutch used so far by Ducati, features an additional cush-drive damper mechanism which smoothes the repeated transition from drive to over-run during stop-start traffic.

This innovative new 2012 Ducati EVO package is the first of its kind to be offered in the interest of rider safety as opposed to outright performance figures. At an MSRP of $11,995, the new EVO looks to up the game for the Monster family.

Made here in the USA, Zero Gravity is ready to release its new line of 2010-2011 Honda VFR1200F windscreens available in three distinctive styles.

The stock replacement SR Series (20-455 shown in light smoke) approximates the size, shape and function of the OEM windscreen.

The Double Bubble screen (16-455 shown in dark smoke), feature a stepped profile design with an overall height somewhere between the SR Series and Sport Touring.

Performance will be geared for sports riding, canyon carving and "tucked in" aerodynamics. The Sport Touring Series screen (23-455 shown in dark smoke), which is 3.75" taller than stock, provides additional wind protection for the street or touring applications.

It uses the factory hardware and its intricate mounting design is like factory. Both are available in Light Smoke and Dark Smoke.

Zero Gravity screens are made with cutting edge technology and feature a precise fit, hand polished visible edges and distortion free optical clarity.

Available in a variety of colors, Zero Gravity's new Honda VFR1200F windscreens start at $99.95 and are protected with a limited factory warranty.

Sicily and the road to Mt. Etna, the famed active volcano, was the location for the launch of the 2011 Ducati Monster 1100.

Ducati and Mercedes AMG have a strategic partnership to such a degree that they are now even launching their vehicles in the same location.

I'm only doing some testing on the 2012 Ducati Monster 1100, of course, so here's some first impressions.

Compared to the last generation Monster 1100, which was the original evolution, the 2012 (early release) sports five more horsepower, making it a rounded 100 horsepower.

It's also the first time we see full traction control on an air-cooled Ducati motorcycle. The new traction control has been adapted to the simpler nature of a Monster and you get four levels rather than eight.

I tested with the setting on level 2 in the morning when it was a bit damp after some rain that fell during the night and at level 1 and off during the rest of the day.

The Ducati Safety Pack that consists of mentioned traction control and ABS brakes will be unique to this Monster as Ducati feel there's no need for traction control on either the 696 nor the 796.

This and the new exhaust system now distinguishes the Ducati Monster 1100 much more from its smaller siblings than before. There are other updates as well which I'll deal with in the full review.

On the way up and down from the Etna base camp I had some serious fun on the new Monster 1100 EVO and full throttle corner exits on great lean was the norm.

There's not a hell of a lot that can go wrong on the Ducati Monster 1100 EVO in terms of rider error apart from overcooking corner entries really. So the safety pack works despite one Italian journalist binning it on the way up due to one of the aforementioned rider errors. The riding position is slightly less extreme but still sporty.

The Ducati Monster 1100 EVO is a sportbike and much more so than the 696 and 796. The ABS brakes really are good and they only have to stop 169 kilo's. All in all a very worthy evolution of the 1100 model.

Jerez - Valentino Rossi claims that he was not about to overtake Casey Stoner, in the incident which later led to both falling from the motor.

Rossi started the race at Jerez on Sunday (04/03/2011), from position 12. With good speed, the Ducati rider had successfully passed a number of other drivers although stuck behind Stoner who was in second position.

At a bend to the right, Rossi was later seen picking up speed until menyejajari Stoner, who is on the left. Rossi then fell off and go take along the Honda rider.

Who see the situation clearly thought that Rossi fell after failing to pass Stoner, who then become victims. Though Rossi himself said he did not want to go through these rivals.

"When I got behind Stoner, I'm not going through it at the moment of braking," explained Rossi in Autosport.

"But I braked a bit late than himself, and I arrived too fast and did not have enough space to go on the outside so I tried to get into the inside to minimize the problem for both of us, but unfortunately I lost motor control of the front and I join him fall, "continued the Italian racer.

As a result of the incident, Stoner must be out of the race, while Rossi could again drove and scored. Feeling guilty, was immediately after the race Rossi apologized to Stoner.

"That's all my fault and I have to apologize to Casey. I know she is very angry because he did not make any mistakes," said Rossi.

The process of apology itself - which can not be separated from the media spotlight - was quite odd. Rossi did not mention his helmet off while Stoner, Rossi after asking the shoulder, say, a desire Rossi had exceeded his abilities.

Responding to comments that a bit cynical, the primary class world champion seven times that did not give a damn because they know Stoner would still be emotional.

"I do not know, maybe he did not know who I am! But never mind, fair enough really, he is definitely angry and I would feel so well."

"I made a mistake and very important for me to apologize. I'm not interested in what he says," Rossi straightforward.