Jaime Alguesuari Julien Allemand Dick Allen Rudy Allison Pedro Alvarez
Monday, July 2, 2012
InDetail: Williams FW34
Williams have enjoyed a resurgence this year, with new management, a revised car which now sports a Renault engine and competitive drivers. The FW34 won a race on merit in Spain, with Barcelona being a track well known to be … Continue reading 
Source: http://scarbsf1.wordpress.com/2012/06/29/indetail-williams-fw34/
Karel Abraham Brian Adams Duilio Agostini Felice Agostini Giacomo Agostini
Positive first day for the Pramac Team in Holland
Hector Barbera, Pramac Racing Team
In unusually dry conditions, the Green Energy Team's sole rider started off the day in 7th place in the morning free practice and hoped to improve further in the afternoon. However this was not to be as he was only able to better his morning time by 0.020 seconds, slipping back through the order after a small crash.
The Spaniard is confident that he can move up the timesheets tomorrow, using the setup of the bike with which he crashed during the free practice, due to a mistake while he was changing gear.
Tomorrow’s final practice and qualifying sessions are expected to be run in dry conditions and this should be a great weather forecast for the Green Team.
Hèctor Barberà – Pramac Racing Team Rider –
“It was a satisfying day for us. In the morning session I had a good setup on my Ducati Desmosedici and I was able to stop the clock in 1’35.296, finishing in 7th place. Unfortunately during the second free practice, I made a mistake at the entrance of a corner while I was changing gear and I crashed out. This made us change our initial plans because we lost some time fixing the second bike. Despite this small hitch I’m confident with my crew’s work and I know that we could have a more brilliant qualifying day, tomorrow.”
Francesco Guidotti – Pramac Racing Team Manager –
“Despite the small crash at the beginning of the afternoon’s session, we are gratified with today’s result. The bright spot of this warm Thursday in Holland was that the top ten riders were all within less then four tenths of a second, so tomorrow we will have a hard-fought one-hour qualifying session and we hope to wrap up in the front rows.”
Source: Pramac Racing Team
Source: http://www.motorsport.com/motogp/news/positive-first-day-for-the-pramac-team-in-holland/
Jean Pierre Bayle Len Bayliss Troy Bayliss Bruce Beale Douglas Beasley
Sunday, July 1, 2012
Pramac Racing heads to TT Assen
Hector Barbera, Pramac Racing Team
The White and Green Team arrived at Assen to setup for the TT Assen Grand Prix, which, as tradition dictates, is always held on the last Saturday in June and it is the first GP in a row of three races.
Héctor Barberá heads to Holland in high spirits. The Pramac Team’s sole rider has fond memories of the circuit, having scored the first podium of his career there and, after a disappointing race at Silverstone, he is ready to kick off his new challenge.
The Assen circuit, sometimes referred to as the ‘cathedral’ by race fans due to its status and historical significance in racing, is the only circuit to have been part of the Grand Prix World Championship calendar since its inception. The circuit has undergone many changes over that time. Initially runs on public roads it has evolved into one of the most physically demanding and technical tracks in Grand Prix with high-speed chicanes and varied camber changes.
Hèctor Barberà – Pramac Racing Team Rider –
“The good thing about having races so close together is that you don't lose your rhythm and if things don't go your way in one race you quickly have the opportunity to make things right. That is the case for us because Sunday at Silverstone was a bit of a disaster. Now we can keep working hard and I am sure that at Assen, one of my favourite circuits, I can be fast with my Ducati. I had my first podium here and I always like it. Assen has some fast corners like Silverstone and I can adapt well. We had a good feeling at Silverstone during the practices, so hopefully we can recreate that this weekend.”
Francesco Guidotti – Pramac Racing Team Manager -
“The TT Assen Grand Prix will be a difficult campaign, a treacherous track due to the tricky and unpredictable weather conditions. We are indeed ready to fight head-strongly with the other riders in order to achieve a brilliant result.”
Source: Pramac Racing Team
Source: http://www.motorsport.com/motogp/news/pramac-racing-heads-to-tt-assen/
Haruchika Aoki Nobuatsu Aoki Takuma Aoki Hiroshi Aoyama Shuhei Aoyama
Fixi Crescent Suzuki Ready for Aragon WSB
FIXI Crescent Suzuki is heading to the Motorland Aragon circuit for the eighth round of the eni FIM Superbike World Championship.
FIXI Crescent Suzuki is heading to the Motorland Aragon circuit for the eighth round of the eni FIM Superbike World Championship with renewed vigour following positive tests at the Spanish circuit last week.
Photo Gallery: Fixi Crescent Suzuki Ready for Aragon WSB - Sport Rider Magazine
Ernesto Brambilla Wolfgang Brand Alessanro Brannetti Reiner Bratenstein Hans Braumandl
The Fastest Triumph at Pikes Peak - Still not Ducati fast
It was a valiant effort, however even with professional flat track star Joe Kopp at helm the Latus Motors Racing prepped Speed Triple it was no match for the class dominating Ducatis. This is one fun looking bike none the less. Next year the Pikes Peak course will be fully paved and it will be a whole new game with more superbikes stepping up to the plate. Perhaps bringing more mainstream bikes to the event will spark more interest in the historic event. I think I might have to add this one to the bucket list.
Source: http://motorcycleracingtrackdays.com/the-fastest-triumph-at-pikes-peak-still-not-d
Masao Azuma Chris Baert Graham Bailey Steve Baker Peter Balaz
1970s F1 cars at the 2012 Goodwood Festival of Speed | 2012 Goodwood Festival of Speed
1970s F1 cars at the 2012 Goodwood Festival of Speed is an original article from F1 Fanatic. If this article has been published anywhere other than F1 Fanatic it is an infringement of copyright.
A collection of distinctive F1 racers of the 1970s are on display at the Goodwood Festival of Speed.
1970s F1 cars at the 2012 Goodwood Festival of Speed is an original article from F1 Fanatic. If this article has been published anywhere other than F1 Fanatic it is an infringement of copyright.
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Sergio Boroncini Gino Borsoi Luca Boscoscuro Gimmi Bosio Juup Bosman
2012 Aragon World Supersport QP2 Results
It took a while for the Supersport riders to get started, with a huge spread across the top ten until close to the end of the session, but once they did, six riders were under the 2:03 mark.
Source: http://www.motomatters.com/results/2012/06/30/2012_aragon_world_supersport_qp2_results.html
Ernesto Brambilla Wolfgang Brand Alessanro Brannetti Reiner Bratenstein Hans Braumandl
Alpinestars Spring 2012 Collection - Track Standouts
The Alpinestars Spring 2012 Collection is on its way and there are definitely a few standouts for the track. Starting with the updated Alpinestars Race Replica Suit. The new Alpinestars suit can be fitted with the Tech Air Airbag system and features updated stretch panels in shoulders and a revised perforation scheme for unsurpassed cooling. The new design is very clean and on trend for the resurgence of high visibility colors seen in the Moto GP Paddock. This is about as close as you can get to the suits worn by Stoner, Pedrosa, and Spies.
For those that prefer a two piece set up, the Alpinestars GP Tech Air Leather Jacket is going to be a killer top half to a track suit. Massive amounts of perforation highlight this technical jacket as well as nicely integrated reflective stripes and external TPU shoulder and extended elbow protection that comes straight from the Race Replica Suit. There is also a removable windbreaker vest liner for when the temperature drops. This is the new top of the line jacket from Alpinestars for those who will except nothing less.
The SMX Plus Boots changed the game for sport riding boots in its price range last year and the addition of the Gore-Tex membrane will only further the popularity of this standout. It will be nice to hit a rainy track day or damp weekend ride knowing that your feet will be protected as well as dry and comfortable. The standout features of these boots are the Multi Link Control system, which protects the ankle from hypertorsion, hyperflexion and hyperextension while adding impact protection and a contoured EVA footbed that lends arch support and control feel in the forefoot but is also completely removable if you so choose.
I cant wait to see this kit in person.
Santini
Source: http://motorcycleracingtrackdays.com/alpinestars-spring-2012-collection-track-stan
Vincent Braillard Ernesto Brambilla Wolfgang Brand Alessanro Brannetti Reiner Bratenstein
Courageous Crutchlow makes fast start in Assen
Only 11 days after breaking and dislocating his left ankle in a practice crash for his home round at Silverstone, the British rider demonstrated his bravery and skill once again by finishing just 0.006s behind fastest rider Ben Spies. Crutchlow, who rode to a heroic sixth place from the back of the grid at Silverstone, was ninth quickest this morning but was able to knock 1.2s off his best pace this afternoon to finish with an impressive lap time of 1.34.872. The 26-year-old finished the leading non-factory rider and today's positive start was an instant reward for Crutchlow's determined efforts to be in the best physical conditions possible for the Assen race on Saturday. He has been undergoing round-the-clock treatment on his left ankle since Silverstone and although not close to 100% fitness, he has targeted a top six finish in Saturday's 26-lap race.
Andrea Dovizioso has battled for the podium in each of the last three races and is confident he will be in contention for the top three again on Saturday after a positive start to his preparations for the seventh round of the 2012 MotoGP World Championship.
The Italian rider was eighth fastest but in a closely contested second session that saw the top 11 split by just 0.471s, Dovizioso's be st pace of 1.35.257 was only 0.391s off Spies at the top of the leaderboard.
Dovizioso will focus on improving front-end stability on his YZR-M1 machine ahead of tomorrow's final practice and qualifying.
Cal Crutchlow
Position 2nd - Time: 1'34.872 - Laps 40
“I am happy to be second quickest considering my physical condition is certainly still not the best after the crash at Silverstone. This morning was a bit of a shock to be honest because although I have been able to do a bit of cycling at home on the Isle of Man as part of the recovery, it definitely wasn't easy. There was quite a bit of pain with the ankle this morning and it took me longer than normal to get into a rhythm. But overall I am really pleased to be second because I am still quite sore. I am sure it is going to get better the more time I spend on the bike but I had arm pump this morning too because I was compensating for the ankle. But this afternoon it wasn't an issue at all. I tried the hard and soft rear tyres and felt good on both so we have done a good job as always. The target for this weekend was to try and be inside the top six throughout and I've done that today. My ideal time was actually fastest so that is a really big positive and gives me a good boost to take into tomorrow.”
Andrea Dovizioso, Yamaha Tech 3
Andrea Dovizioso
Position 8th - Time: 1'35.257 - Laps 41
“The characteristics of this track means the lap times look very close but if you look at the tyres some were using, then it is easier to understand who is really fast for race pace. Obviously I would have liked to be higher up than eighth but I am not unhappy with my race pace. I am quite fast but I can improve the setting of the bike, particularly the front-end. I don't have the stability like normal and that means I don't have a comfortable feeling entering the corner and I can't be as aggressive as I'd like. But I am only 0.3s away from the fastest pace, so it is not such a big gap to close to the front and I am confident I will be higher up the order tomorrow.”
Source: Monster Yamaha Tech 3 Team
Source: http://www.motorsport.com/motogp/news/courageous-crutchlow-makes-fast-start-in-assen/
Reiner Bratenstein Hans Braumandl Dieter Braun Georg Braun Walter Brehme