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Marco Simoncelli (Honda) tested the 2012 1000 MotoGP bike at Motegi - Superbike Magazine
Marco Simoncelli (Gresini Honda) recently re-signed with the Honda Racing Corporation to ride with Fausto Gresini's team in MotoGP and, as a reward for his loyalty and ability to generate publicity, he was given a few laps to test the new 1,000cc Honda RC213V after the MotoGP race at Motegi (in which he finished fourth) where the bouffant haired crash machine managed 50 laps without launching himself or his bike into the scenery.
"Finally I managed to get a test ride on the bike I'll be riding next year – and in Gresini colours," said Simoncelli, "I want to thank Honda for giving me the chance to ride it, it was a fantastic experience. I did a total of 50 laps and it after I got a feel for the bike and some confidence, I managed to get down to the same times I was running on the 800cc bike in the race. It was good fun to ride – it wheelies in fifth and sixth gear! And, of course, after the riding I was able to give the Honda technicians my feedback."
Since HRC decided to bump Andrea Dovizioso from its roster for 2012, Simoncelli will now have additional pressure on his broad shoulders and the needle that exists between him and Dovi – who he has effectively replaced at HRC – will be a joy to watch as the season winds to a close.
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
Marco Simoncelli (Honda) tested the 2012 1000 MotoGP bike at Motegi
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