Ducati making progress?

[tigertim20]

See what Doohan himself thinks. Not like he's a Moto GP dummy eh?!?!

-- Five-time World Champion Mick Doohan says Stoner has mental edge

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Im not even gonna read all that, because alot has changed since doohan was at the helm of a bike, in terms of mechanics technology data collection etc etc etc. and isnt doohan an aussie? of course he will support his fellow countryman.
I wont deny that stoner has the goods at the momment, his current results speak for themselves, but doohan, well, fuck him, he's yesterdays fish and chips wrapper and tomorrow's kitty litter tray liner.

He's gay.......which also describes his riding these day's

Yes, but if being gay gave you the skills he has, I bet youd be 5 inches into your first cock already

[gixerracer]

This thread should be changed to Ducati are making NO progress

[gixerracer]

That's not saying anything new. Everyone takes fewer risks as they get older. Even Casey Stoner will be far less inclined to ride on the razors edge at 30+ than he does now. Besides, Rossi has said for ages now that he's not prepared to take the risks Casey did to ride that bike.

One thing that Rossi doesn't have to hold him back is children. The Stoners are going to be parents soon and anyone will tell you that has a profound affect on how you approach things.

That is the oldest load of horse shit I have ever herd. If it was true teams would not hire riders with kids because they will be slower than those without.

[Crasherfromwayback]

That is the oldest load of horse shit I have ever herd. If it was true teams would not hire riders with kids because they will be slower than those without.

I personally can't see Stoner slowing down now he's gonna be a dad. In fact...I can see it getting pretty sad for the rest next year...

[Mental Trousers]

That is the oldest load of horse shit I have ever herd. If it was true teams would not hire riders with kids because they will be slower than those without.

Didn't say it would. Kids are one of the things that contribute to people backing off a little when they're older, not the only one. People who do stuff solely for their kids don't race bikes at all.

Guys who get married don't want to see their wife crying in the hospital after they've had a big crash. Some don't want to rely on someone else to wipe their arse while they were laid up in hospital cos they couldn't do it themselves. Some don't want their parents to out live them. There's lots of other things that add up and make people (not just motorbike racers) back off just a fraction but none of them means a team won't take them on.

There wouldn't be any motorsport if teams started deciding not to hire someone based on them having kids or being married etc.

[SimJen]

See what Doohan himself thinks. Not like he's a Moto GP dummy eh?!?!

-- Five-time World Champion Mick Doohan says Stoner has mental edge

Doohan used to go on about Rossi's opposition when Rossi was with Honda and being "mentored" by him.
Doohan is still massively affiliated with Honda, he and other washed up champions always come out and say something against the oppositions riders! I'd take what he says with a pinch of salt to be honest! Especially as he's still on Honda's payroll!
Ducati have a long way to go, it looks like they've pretty much given up this year, but next year might be a different story.....I suppose we'll just have to wait and see.

[Crasherfromwayback]

Doohan used to go on about Rossi's opposition when Rossi was with Honda and being "mentored" by him.
Doohan is still massively affiliated with Honda, he and other washed up champions always come out and say something against the oppositions riders! I'd take what he says with a pinch of salt to be honest! Especially as he's still on Honda's payroll!
Ducati have a long way to go, it looks like they've pretty much given up this year, but next year might be a different story.....I suppose we'll just have to wait and see.

Doohan hasn't been on Honda's payroll for years mate. Also..."A pinch of salt"??? I've never in my life seen Mick Doohan say anything other than what he really thinks!!!

Seems you Rossi lovers are really having trouble with Stoners ability eh???

[SimJen]

Doohan hasn't been on Honda's payroll for years mate. Also..."A pinch of salt"??? I've never in my life seen Mick Doohan say anything other than what he really thinks!!!

Seems you Rossi lovers are really having trouble with Stoners ability eh???

Well he spends a lot of time in Honda's pits and does a fair bit of corporate schmoozing! I'd say there is a vested interest there with Doohan. Like I said he's said similar things in the past about other non honda riders!
I have no problem with Stoners ability, he seems to be doing very well and changing to the Honda was obviously a good move!
I have utmost respect for almost all of them, but never really liked Stoner or Pedo for some reason? They don't really seem to have any personality to speak of, in my opinion!
I'm a Ducati fan first and foremost and would love to see them get it right irrelevant of who's riding!
They did it in WSBK against stiff opposition!

[Crasherfromwayback]

I'm a Ducati fan first and foremost and would love to see them get it right irrelevant of who's riding!
They did it in WSBK against stiff opposition!

So did you cheer for Stoner when he was WINNING on the Ducati Rossi can't ride?

And good for Checa...but I think it also shows what a sad state WSB has got it's self in.

[slowpoke]

Didn't say it would. Kids are one of the things that contribute to people backing off a little when they're older, not the only one. People who do stuff solely for their kids don't race bikes at all.

Guys who get married don't want to see their wife crying in the hospital after they've had a big crash. Some don't want to rely on someone else to wipe their arse while they were laid up in hospital cos they couldn't do it themselves. Some don't want their parents to out live them. There's lots of other things that add up and make people (not just motorbike racers) back off just a fraction but none of them means a team won't take them on.

There wouldn't be any motorsport if teams started deciding not to hire someone based on them having kids or being married etc.

Someone forgot to tell Andrew Stroud, Max Biaggi, Troy Bayliss and co......

[Crasherfromwayback]

Someone forgot to tell Andrew Stroud, Max Biaggi, Troy Bayliss and co......

Matt Mladin.

[Mental Trousers]

Someone forgot to tell Andrew Stroud, Max Biaggi, Troy Bayliss and co......

Each time Stroudy wins a championship he gets nailed by Karen!! Talk about inspiration to go faster.

[Crasherfromwayback]

Each time Stroudy wins a championship he gets nailed by Karen!! Talk about inspiration to go faster.

He certainly seems to get better with age!

[reggie1198]

I can't believe there are people in this forum say Ducati should abandon the C/F route in favour of the "tried and tested, just like everyone else is doing" route.

Two words for ya people

JOHN BRITTON.

[Crasherfromwayback]

I can't believe there are people in this forum say Ducati should abandon the C/F route in favour of the "tried and tested, just like everyone else is doing" route.

Two words for ya people

JOHN BRITTON.

Do you know how badly John Brittens bike handled in the grand scheme of things mate? It wasted other bikes of the time with HP, not handling prowess.