Yooperbikemike's 2012 MotoGP Thread - Page 14

Skowinski · 11-15-2011, 08:18 AM

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Originally Posted by cogitate

What is the big deal about Suzuki not being on the grid? It's not like they were competiive. How many GPs in the modern era were won by them? One?

So, there is one less bike between the aliens and the CRTs. I guess I am cynical.

Maybe not so competitive lately, but they do have a history that is something to remember. I know it's been a few years, but...

yooperbikemike · 11-15-2011, 08:22 AM

San Carlo Honda Gresini confirms CRT entry for 2012

yooperbikemike · 11-15-2011, 08:26 AM

Word is that The Hoff (Alex Hoffman, official Aprilia test rider) will test an Aprilia RSV4 Superbike fitted with carbon brakes and 'stones tomorrow...

yooperbikemike · 11-15-2011, 08:31 AM

Randy dePuniet, Ducati test rider?

spezjag · 11-15-2011, 09:16 AM

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Originally Posted by yooperbikemike

Read this. It's about Superbikes, but it gives a pretty accurate glimpse into Suzuki Racing.

Great article! He really explains Suzuki's corporate reality.

I know this is the MotoGP thread, but what a loss Batta's retirement is to the WBK paddock - he is incredibly honorable and loyal to Suzuki and to racing in general.

ErikY. · 11-15-2011, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by yooperbikemike

Read this. It's about Superbikes, but it gives a pretty accurate glimpse into Suzuki Racing.

Geezus that's depressing.

Pantah · 11-15-2011, 01:13 PM

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Originally Posted by ErikY.

Geezus that's depressing.

Wow. So how does Samsung Crescent contest World Superbike with 2 bikes? Who pays the bills?

What kind of company is Crescent anyways?

yooperbikemike · 11-15-2011, 02:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Pantah

What kind of company is Crescent anyways?

http://www.crescent-motorcycles.com/news/history.asp

Pantah · 11-15-2011, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by yooperbikemike

http://www.crescent-motorcycles.com/news/history.asp

Fascinating. Thanks!

Nepotism...history...results...I got to think on that one awhile. Strange times in motorcycle racing for sure.

Pantah · 11-15-2011, 03:43 PM

http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/...?article=46663

Tijuana_Taxi · 11-15-2011, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Pantah

http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/...?article=46663

Sounds to me like they are just trying to put some pressure on Bernie Ecclestone to get the F1 deal done, MotoGP isn't until 2013 if I remember correctly, F1 is supposed to be there in 2012.

DogBoy · 11-15-2011, 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Pantah

http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/...?article=46663

Related? State of Texas may be holding back on $25 million advance payment.

http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2011-1...ller-says.html

shrineclown · 11-15-2011, 04:34 PM

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Originally Posted by DogBoy

Related? State of Texas may be holding back on $25 million advance payment.

http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2011-1...ller-says.html

Nope, one party has the contract with F1. One party is building the track. The party building the track wants binding rights with the party that has the contract. Just need to blow smoke up each others butt for a bit and construction will continue. TX is not paying any of that fund they have until a race is happening.

Turder · 11-16-2011, 02:53 AM

FTR to build chassis for Gresini CRT: http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/sp...esini-project/

spezjag · 11-16-2011, 04:37 AM

Don't you wish someone would take a chance and try the Vyrus chassis in MotoGP CRT? Here is a shot of their proposed Moto2 effort:

11-15-2011, 08:22 AM	#197
yooperbikemike high, wide and handsome Joined: Apr 2003 Location: The blue groove Oddometer: 11,741	San Carlo Honda Gresini confirms CRT entry for 2012 __________________ "...people in the stands want to see good, close racing. The thing is to put on a show, and that’s what’s going to draw people in..." -- Scotty Parker

11-15-2011, 08:26 AM	#198
yooperbikemike high, wide and handsome Joined: Apr 2003 Location: The blue groove Oddometer: 11,741	Word is that The Hoff (Alex Hoffman, official Aprilia test rider) will test an Aprilia RSV4 Superbike fitted with carbon brakes and 'stones tomorrow... __________________ "...people in the stands want to see good, close racing. The thing is to put on a show, and that’s what’s going to draw people in..." -- Scotty Parker

11-15-2011, 08:31 AM	#199
yooperbikemike high, wide and handsome Joined: Apr 2003 Location: The blue groove Oddometer: 11,741	Randy dePuniet, Ducati test rider? __________________ "...people in the stands want to see good, close racing. The thing is to put on a show, and that’s what’s going to draw people in..." -- Scotty Parker

11-15-2011, 03:43 PM	#205
Pantah Red Sox Nation Joined: Oct 2004 Location: India Wharf Oddometer: 8,891	Austin MotoGP in Doubt? http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/...?article=46663 __________________ Straight ahead and faster -Bo Weaver 1970 "There I was..." -Griffin Niner Three Hotel

11-16-2011, 02:53 AM	#209
Turder Throttle engineer Joined: May 2010 Location: Finland Oddometer: 372	FTR to build chassis for Gresini CRT: http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/sp...esini-project/ __________________ Okay, I will be arrest.

11-16-2011, 04:37 AM	#210
spezjag ^OP Beastly Adventurer Joined: Dec 2004 Location: Northern Virginia, USA Oddometer: 5,595	Don't you wish someone would take a chance and try the Vyrus chassis in MotoGP CRT? Here is a shot of their proposed Moto2 effort: __________________ Gary Only a motorcyclist knows why a cheetah hangs its head out the window. - Peterman http://www.vw.co.za/luckypage/

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