MotoGP 2011
Posted by: Nigel 66 on 03 February 2011
Not too long until the new MotoGP season starts now, and WSB is only weeks away as well.
Stoner seems to be making a good start on the Honda as expected, and will definitely be a contender. It'll be interesting to see how Pedrosa deals with his new team 'mate'. Ben Spies must be in with a real chance this season, and I've got my fingers crossed that Edwards gets a race win - might be his last chance.
Rossi seems to be starting the testing sessions with a bit of mind play again - is he or isn't he fully fit yet? Probably not, but only 13th in Sepang? Hmm, will have to wait and see.
This period always puts me in a good mood as it means that the weather will be better soon, the days longer and lighter which means that my Blade will be coming out soon!
Posted on: 05 February 2011 by Martin Zero
looking forward to it as well, sold my bike last year so looking to get another for the good weather
Posted on: 06 February 2011 by Nigel 66
Hi Martin
What did you have, and what are thinking about getting?
I bought a CBR 1000rr8 recently, and absolutely love it. Might not be the greatest "commuter" I've ever had, but it still does it - although my trip down the A19 isn't too kind on the tyres.
Scratching on it is amazing though ! By far the best bike I've ever had.
Anyway, hope you enjoy the new season.
Best wishes, Nigel
Posted on: 06 February 2011 by Stephen Tate
Yup, i'm looking forward to an exciting season too. I recently picked up a mint Zepher 550 only 10,000 on the clock. Trouble with the carbs straight away as to be expected. Got it for nostalgia reasons and quick zips to the sea front and back during the summer to get the fish & chips.
Posted on: 06 February 2011 by Nigel 66
Nice.
A friend of mine still has a Kawasaki KR1-S that he's had from new. It's in fantastic condition, and you just have to love the smell of that hazy blue smoke when you're following him on a ride.
I miss that nostalgic smell when I go to the GPs.
Posted on: 06 February 2011 by Martin Zero
Hi Nigel
Had 2007 blade then BMW F800 and the latter was amazing fun so mid weight mid size grin machine is in order. The cutting edge sports stuff today is so insane even I don't need it !
Happy biking guys
Martin
Posted on: 08 February 2011 by musfed
Looking forward to the new season with Rossi on the Ducati and riding my BMW R1200s again. Weather is getting better but I've mend a broken headlight first, the bulb got stuck in de mirror.
Posted on: 03 April 2011 by Stephen Tate
Blimey, what an eventful race that was!
I bet the spares department will be busy for days...
Lorenzo did well to hold it together, he's such a smooth rider and deserved the win.
Certainly more exciting than last year 
Posted on: 03 April 2011 by Steven Shaw
I cant believe it. People on this forum discussing Motogp.
Feel a bit sorry for Casey, but generally a good day out for the Brits.
Roll on Silverstone...
Posted on: 04 April 2011 by Redmires
Naim people on motorbikes, whatever next ....
Great race yesterday. The last time we saw such an exciting F1 race was about ..... er...er... about 20 years ago :0)
Redmires - Triumph Sprint ST
Posted on: 04 April 2011 by BigH47
Originally Posted by Redmires:
Great race yesterday. The last time we saw such an exciting F1 race was about ..... er...er... about 20 years ago :0)
After last years Moto GP , you are accusing F1 of not being exciting?
Oh did you miss the 1st MGP of 2011 as well, yawn?
Posted on: 30 April 2011 by Stephen Tate
Sunday - 01.05.2011 - BBC 2 - 12:30 - round 3 - Estoril
Lorenzo on pole then....yawn.... Hoping that Danny the dart changes things within the first bend ...
Hope it's an exciting one!
Posted on: 30 April 2011 by Steven Shaw
I don't think Lorenzo is going to run away with this one. The Hondas should eat him alive down the straight (heres hoping so anyway).
If Simmoncelli can stay rubberside down, I think he has a great chance of a maiden Motogp victory.
Dani Pedrosa is bound to make the first corner first, so could be in with a shout if his arm has been fixed.
If its raining though, then Lorenzo will win.
Posted on: 15 May 2011 by Stephen Tate
All Honda front row!
Today at 12:30 on Beeb 2
Posted on: 15 May 2011 by winkyincanada
Posted on: 15 May 2011 by Steven Shaw
I can't believe Simoncelli got a drive through for that, and two weeks ago Rossi punted Stoner right off the road and got off scot free.
Anyway, great result for Stoner. Feel sorry for Pedrosa, he's had way more injuries than he deserves.
Posted on: 17 May 2011 by Rockster
Originally Posted by Steven Shaw:
I can't believe Simoncelli got a drive through for that, and two weeks ago Rossi punted Stoner right off the road and got off scot free.
Anyway, great result for Stoner. Feel sorry for Pedrosa, he's had way more injuries than he deserves.
I think the collision is a difficult one to call as the camera angles make it difficult to see just how far Simoncelli was in front of Pedrosa. Don't forget a long lens shortens the perspective. A helicopter shot of the incident would be very interesting. It looks to me that if Dani had kept his line he may have just got away with it as Marco did eventually go wide. All that said however I do think Marco is treading a very fine line.
Loved the fight between Rossi and Dovi at the end, real edge of the seat stuff - brilliant!! Stoner was pure class
Cheers
Paul
Posted on: 17 May 2011 by Stephen Tate
Is Randy De Puniet ever going to finish a race?
Yup i enjoyed the scrap with Rossi too. He is getting better on that Duke, now if they can just squeeze a few more horse power out of it he may have a run in with the Repsol boys...
At least the championship is wide open and not a one horse race like the last few seasons.
Well done Stoner.
Enjoying the season so far.
P.S. I still miss Suzi Perry though...
regards, steve
Posted on: 13 August 2011 by Gale 401
125's on BBC2 the red button now.
Rossi's young brother on bike 13.
Stu
Posted on: 13 August 2011 by Gale 401
Sorry that was meant to have been he is in 13th place.
Posted on: 13 August 2011 by Steven Shaw
He may be Rossi's younger brother but I'm not sure it's Valentino Rossi's younger brother. Louis Rossi who is running in the 125s is French.
Posted on: 28 August 2011 by Stephen Tate
A bad start from Ben but what a race from him so far. Be fantastic to see Spies on the podium, man of the race IMO so far!
Come on Ben!!
Posted on: 17 September 2011 by Nigel 66
It's been aninterseting season so far, although I think next years 1000cc's and larger grid are really needed to increase the competition. Starting to really like Lorenzo now, especially as Stoner,despite the obvious talent, is such a sour puss.
It's a shame to see Rossi languishing so far down the order,so I hope Ducati can up their game soon.
Also hope thatCrutchlow gets his confidence back, as I'd hate to see him go the same way as some of the other Brit riders.
Also, such a shame to see Toseland retire. A lovely chap, and a great rider who I think could've done so much more in MotoGP if he had been given the chance.
