MotoGP 2012

[Crasherfromwayback]

will do what I can Pete...

I always do the same for the punters when attending a GP! Least you can do for those missing out.

[Cleve]

I always do the same for the punters when attending a GP! Least you can do for those missing out.

to warm you up here is one I quickly found from last year...

[Crasherfromwayback]

to warm you up here is one I quickly found from last year..

Fuggin Beaudy!

[eelracing]

Mmmm... page 40 of the same mag... "...because Casey it's completely different, because Casey can feel really well which is the best slip ratio to have the maximum of acceleration..... so we usually set the traction control quite high and keep him free to manage by the throttle..."

Doesn't sound like 'bullshit',

Eh?yes it does as both Gabbarini and Nakamoto in that same article are saying Casey does not use TC and is judging the "slip ratio" by throttle alone...like any good ex dirt tracker.So in effect both are saying electronics are not required by the truly talented...just like KR and Rainey are saying.



and as far as 'it's not reality'... well actually, anyone can buy a traction controlled bike for peanuts now, it is indeed reality.

Taken in context Rainey is talking about the MotoGP "show",something Dorna have been banging on about for ages,and failing miserably at I might add.
Fuck knows what your on about.

[roogazza]

Booked my tickets and heading down from here in Hokkaido to the Motegi GP in a few weeks time. Looking forward to it!

Good onya, got Japan on my bucket list. Tour of the Yamaha factory and the GP.

[DidJit]

It's quiet around here in between races...

[DidJit]

Here’s a bit of news... That should probably take care of one of those ‘TBC’s on the provisional 2013 calendar.

[Drew]

Here’s a bit of news... That should probably take care of one of those ‘TBC’s on the provisional 2013 calendar.

That doesn't mention motorbikes at all.

[Mental Trousers]

It means it's cleared for international motorsport events, including MotoGP, WSBK etc.

Good news.

Might actually have to watch the F1 for once and see what the circuit's like.

[Matt Bleck]

http://www.crash.net/motogp/news/184..._ecu_deal.html

[Mental Trousers]

Never been keen on control ECU's. But at least they're using a fully operational ECU and it's provided free for anyone that wants it. That'll be a significant cost saving and a good step forward for the CRT's.

Still don't like it though.

[tail_end_charlie]

http://www.crash.net/motogp/news/184..._ecu_deal.html

From there: "Honda's argument is that they use MotoGP as a platform for developing their electronics systems for use on road bikes...."

And yet, Honda and Suzuki are the only manufactures who don't have an advanced TC system on their bikes, all the other manufactures do. Now yes, I know, there is a lot more to a bikes ECU system than just TC, but it seems like they would have been one of the first to put it on their superbike, since they are learing so much from developing thier own ECU for MotoGP.

[pritch]

http://moto-racing.speedtv.com/artic...rfect-storm/P1

Stirling Moss used to stress that knowledge of the rules was vital. It would seem many of the riders and their teams have some homework to do?

[DidJit]

That's a pretty indepth analysis!

There's mention of some motorbikes here.

[eelracing]

From there: "Honda's argument is that they use MotoGP as a platform for developing their electronics systems for use on road bikes...."

And yet, Honda and Suzuki are the only manufactures who don't have an advanced TC system on their bikes, all the other manufactures do. Now yes, I know, there is a lot more to a bikes ECU system than just TC, but it seems like they would have been one of the first to put it on their superbike, since they are learing so much from developing thier own ECU for MotoGP.

Good questions all,but try getting a straight answer...maybe if those philistine hacks some on here like to post links to had the balls.But they're not likely to bite the hand that feeds them anytime soon.

It suits Honda to create an electronic technology based race series.With their massive infrastructure and funds they will always be the top-dog so to speak,the other manufacturers can't hope to compete on equal footing.Honda prides itself on leading the way technologically and to this day behind closed doors still believes this is the only way to win GP championships.

It would'nt be such a bad thing except that racing motorcycles is the most human of all autoracing because on two wheels the rider is the most important part of the equation.
Sure, having a competitve GP bike is a given but Rossi left Honda to prove this point,and in a kick himself in the teeth move to Ducati,and Stoners move to Honda,it proved it again.

As for TC on roadbikes...it's a crock/gimmick/call it what you will,strictly to sell more expensive bikes.
Honda ain't the worlds No1 biggest seller of roadbikes because they're expensive.