Valentino Playing Down Title Chances

Rossi's is playing down his chances of winning the 2012 title in this article from Autosport.com, shame to see one of if not the greatest motorcyle racer of all time struggling.
Rossi title article

Bridgestone Tyres

New for 2012 Bridgestone S20's, Looking at options for the VFR  i think these are a bit more sporty than I will ever need but i do like the idea of increased grip with longer mileage.

 New S20's

Moto GP 2012

That's me booked my tickets for the Moto GP at Silverstone, let's hope that it's a drier affair this year but just in case I've booked roving grandstand tickets, can't wait roll 17th June.

Saftey Officer Capirossi

Sticking with the Moto GP theme, new safety officer Capirossi is going to ensure all rider's get the best quality Bridgestones available, something which hasn't always happened in the past, Rider/team favouritism who would have thought it! Full story here http://www.silverstone.co.uk/news/latest-news/MotoGP-news/Capirossi-targets-tyre-changes-in-safety-role/

Dovizioso

Moto Gp rider Andrea Dovizioso has broken his collarbone in a motocross accident just three weeks before testing for the new season, I would hazzard aguess that although publicy his team boss is playing it down I bet he is steaming inside!!! Is that plaster cast big enough?

Bert Monroe

Yesterday was the Anniversary of the death of Bert Monroe who inspired the film "Worlds Fastest Indian" staring Anthony Hopkins. Munroe was a land speed record holder on his home built "Munroe Special". See link for more info http://motorcyclemuseum.org/halloffame/detail.aspx?RacerID=381

Happy New Year

Happy new year folks, hope this is going to be a great one for biking with long hot summer days and lots of sticky Tarmac!