Minggu, 12 Juni 2011

Champion, praised Edwards's doctor






Silverstone - One week after the accident that made ​​his bones broken, Colin Edwards can actually third on the podium at the British MotoGP. Such a huge success for her dedicated doctors.

"I do not know what to say. I choose a good doctor, and he did a good job," Edwards said after the third podium at the race track wet British MotoGP.

Casey Stoner's victory remains the largest news British MotoGP title, but the racer with the most surprising performance is Edwards. Starting the race from eighth position, the drivers from the United States was then able to go up lectern

The success was remarkable because the new Edwards had an accident in free practice sessions Friday at the MotoGP last week that made ​​Catalonia suffered fractures collarbone. He had surgery on Saturday and race on Sunday, despite failing to finish.

"Collarbone I no longer be a major problem - I separate my muscles from the rib, that's what really hurts."

"It's unbearable. (But) after 10 or 11 laps I thought 'Well, can checkered flag was flying because we knew we were going to finish ...' Difficult to keep everything on two wheels, "continued Edwards.

In addition to doctoral, technician Yamaha Tech 3 can also be a special appreciation of Edwards. Motor mount was experiencing great changes in set-up after undergoing heating in the morning.

"We did not even try to set-up that we use during the race. We went out this morning with the set up is completely different and apparently it does not work so we start the race with a different set ups and it worked," Edwards finished.

Champion, Stoner to Top of Standings




Silverstone - Casey Stoner enhance its dominance in the British MotoGP. He successfully cope with a wet Silverstone circuit, slippery, and take a number of casualties. Became the top prize on these achievements.

Stoner wins British MotoGP race held on Sunday (12/06/2011) evening hrs. Repsol Honda's mainstay is far enough ahead of Andrea Dovizioso and Colin Edwards, each of which occupies the second and third positions.

The rain which flushed Silverstone Circuit to make the track becomes very slippery. The drivers must be extra careful not to fall.

Nevertheless, there remain a number of drivers who become victims. Two Yamaha rider, Jorge Lorenzo and Ben Spies, slip in adjacent time. Marco Simoncelli was to bite the fingers because it involved a victim slippery Silverstone.

With this victory, Stoner successfully took over the leadership from the hands of Lorenzo's championship. The Australian rider was collecting 116 points from six series. He is 18 points ahead of Lorenzo.

Dovizioso and Valentino Rossi in third and fourth positions. They each collected 83 and 68 points.

The road race

Lorenzo immediately shot at the beginning of the race. He was followed Dovizioso and Stoner. Simoncelli slipped to fourth position.

Substitution position of leader of the race happened a few moments later. Yamaha racer Dovizioso overtake it and darted forward.

On the fourth lap, overtaking Stoner's turn Dovizioso. Behind him followed Lorenzo, Simoncelli, Spies, Edwards, and Hayden.

Until the seventh lap, Stoner still led at the front. He recorded 2.9 seconds lead over Dovizioso. Lorenzo himself seemed to struggle to shift the position of Dovi.

One lap later, the track is slippery from the rain started to take casualties. Spies finished first driver who slipped, followed by Hector Barbera and Lorenzo. Yamaha duo could not continue the race, while Barbera was still able to return to the track.

Where is Valentino Rossi? The Doctor is in seventh position, lagging far enough away from the race leader.

Simoncelli Dovizioso evicted from the second position. But, it did not last long because a few moments later the driver was also a victim frizzy slippery Silverstone circuit. He slipped and could not continue the race.

With the release of Simoncelli, Edwards nudged into third position. He was followed by Hayden, Bautista, Rossi, and Abraham.

Until the race seven laps remaining, Stoner still in front. He was winning more than nine seconds over Dovizioso.

There was no significant change in the position until the race finished. It seems they chose to be careful and finish the race rather than slipping.

Stoner eventually finish the race at the beginning. Triumph comes with success Dovizioso Honda finished second.

Edwards noted remarkable results at Silverstone. He could be on the podium despite last week suffered a new fracture in Catalunya.

Sabtu, 11 Juni 2011

Honda Recalls VT750 Motorcycles





Honda has recalled 3,020 VT750 motorcycles (Shadow, Phantom), model year 2010 and 2011, due to electrical system issues.

Honda says the VT750 motorcycles produced from June 25, 2009, to March 28, 2011, have defective bank angle sensors that could create an erroneous reading and cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Honda will replace the affected bank angle sensors. The recall is estimated to begin on June 20, 2011. Owners may contact Honda Motorcycle Customer Service at 1-866-784-1870 (Honda Safety Recall No. R80.)

Kamis, 09 Juni 2011

New Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 Trend Supermoto




Dorsoduro 1200 is a variant of the top after Dorsoduro 750. Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 guarantee a new benchmark in the class maxi motard. In fact, says Aprilia Dorsoduro as radical motorcycle, agile and sporty.

Aprilia injected 1200 cc engine, the V-twin with 4 valves per cylinder, DOHC, electronic fuel injection, liquid cooled, with 6-speed transmission. Workers who spit out 130 hp and 115 Nm of torque.

To stop the speed, Aprilia prepare disc brakes in front and rear Brembo alert. Traction control do not forget to include on a motorcycle with ABS brakes this.

Dorsoduro 1200 offers 3 choices driving; Sport (when you want an extreme drive and require explosive power), Touring (when you yearn to walk softly), and Rain (to give balance to provide peak power 100 hp when running on wet road surfaces or low grip

Zero Electric Motorbikes




When 13 leading European moto-journalist evaluated electric motorcycles during Clean Week 2020, one machine was chosen for the "e-Bike of the Year" award.

The choice? The Zero S e-bike from Zero Motorcycles. Called "the ecological heart of European mobility," the Zero S became the first electric motorcycle to win in the new category.

Scot Harden (Vice President of Global Marketing, Zero Motorcycles) says: "The team at Zero has worked incredibly hard to develop electric motorcycles that consumers can own today that set the bar in performance, quality and overall riding experience. We are extremely proud to have been recognized as the winner by the Clean Week 2020 journalists.

"This award highlights the innovation and enjoyment that Zero Motorcycles is bringing to owners around the world."

The second annual Clean Week 2020, which is an annual gathering that demonstrates advancements in electrical and hybrid techonology, was held at Circuit Zolder, where a variety of vehicles could be test driven and evaluated by journalists and consumers.

At last year's event, the awards focused on automobiles. Recognizing growing public interest in two-wheeled electric vehicles, organizers added electric motorcycle categories to this year's 2011 event.

No age shear zones Rossi Motivation





Valentino Rossi's performance decreases as age increases. But the relationship between the race and increasing age as The Doctor would argue very motivated today.

This statement expressed by Rossi's father, Graziano Rossi in an interview with the U.S.. Although now is the age of 32 years of Rossi still has the hunger of the same title as in previous years.

"Currently Valentino motivated more than ever he felt before. Been a long time he did not win and he has a hunger to be champions again," Graziano said when asked about the competitiveness of Rossi and his age is already above 30 years.

Performance Rossi who declined sharply in this season have made many doubt his ability to compete with the younger riders such as Casey Stoner, Dani Pedrosa or Jorge Lorenzo.

Throughout this season, Rossi has never been a champion, his best achievement was the third podium in MotoGP France. As a result he became scattered in the competitive world champion with while sitting in fifth position after collecting 58 points, 40 adrift of Jorge Lorenzo at the top position.

Another suggestion that emerged related to these conditions is the performance of Ducati motorcycles are not maximized. It also was coupled with the condition Rossi who had fully recovered after undergoing surgery at the end of last season.

"Until two races no doubt if it's because his shoulders, it raises a serious problem. Now that his shoulder has improved and it is time to fight with Ducati chassis," he continued.

Finally, Graziano Rossi also believe that loyal fans will not miss the related result that he can sag.

"Fans Valentino is now working with him. Even if the duo were, Rossi and Ducati, not a winner, Valentino had a confidence, loyalty and public loyalty is always desirable."

"Even if without a win all season, loyalty is not going to change. The result will not change allegiance at Valentino," the completion.

MotoGP: Ducati & Rossi to Silverstone




At Catalunya MotoGP, Valentino Rossi struggled with setup aboard the Ducati GP11, but still fought hard for a fifth-place finish.

And now VR46 will travel to Silverstone for Round 6 of the 2011 MotoGP Championship, a round Rossi missed last season due to breaking his leg at Mugello.

But the track should be fresh in Rossi's mind, though; Vale was there last month for the inauguration ceremony of the new Silverstone Wing, a structure that includes offices, a pit lane and modern garages. During his time there, Rossi lapped the Silverstone circuit aboard a street-issue Ducati 1198.

But this was his first experience on the circuit that replaced Donington for the British Round of MotoGP last season.

Valentino Rossi has two major goals when he arrives in the UK: learn the fast circuit and obtain proper setup.

Valentino Rossi (Ducati Team MotoGP) says: "Silverstone is a great track that's difficult and quite fast. I'll start on Friday with a small handicap because unfortunately, I didn't get to race there last year. I haven't ridden a MotoGP bike there, although I did about twenty laps on an 1198 street bike.

"I'll have to learn the track as quickly and as well as possible, as it's very technical, with several blind spots where taking the right line is very important. Of course we'll also have to work on adjusting the bike. Anyway, we're understanding better and better how to approach the setup of the Ducati GP11, and Ducati continues working on development. There's still work to be done, but it's clear which areas we have to address and we're all focused and determined to improve."

After five of 18 rounds, Rossi is fifth in the 2011 MotoGP Championship with 58 points, 40 behind the leader, Jorge Lorenzo (Yamaha Factory Racing).

Valentino Rossi Fast Facts:

  • Bike: Ducati Marlboro Team Desmosedici GP11
  • Race number: 46
  • Age: 32 (born 16 February 1979 in Pesaro, Italy)
  • Residence: Tavullia (Pesaro, Italy)
  • Number of GPs: 246 (186 x MotoGP/500cc, 30 x 250cc, 30 x 125cc)
  • First GP: Malaysian GP, 1996 (125cc)
  • Number of wins: 105 (79 x MotoGP/500cc, 14 x 250cc, 12x 125cc)
  • First GP win: Czech Republic GP, 1996 (125cc)
  • Poles: 59 (49 x MotoGP/500cc, 5 x 250cc, 5 x 125cc)
  • First Pole: Czech Republic GP, 1996 (125cc)
  • World Titles: 9 (6 x MotoGP, 1 x 500cc, 1 x 250cc, 1 x 125cc)