Showing posts with label MotoGP 2012 News. Show all posts
Showing posts with label MotoGP 2012 News. Show all posts

Monday, November 12, 2012

MotoGP 2012 News - Lorenzo failed to finish in the last series

MotoGP World Champion 2012 Jorge Lorenzo did not just blame the rider James Ellison (Aprilia) the terrible accident that happened in the last series MotoGP Valencia, Sunday, November 11, 2012. He also suggested a warning system in MotoGP to be better.

Lorenzo crashed when the race 17 laps remaining. At that time, he wanted to pursue Dani Pedrosa in the first position. Accidents happened when Lorenzo want to overlap Ellison at the corner.

However, instead of letting it pass, Ellison precisely on track. As a result, the Spaniard had failed to control the motor until it bounces.

"I could have been more patient overtaking Ellison on the straight track, but if I did, I would lose a lot of time. I think it's time for MotoGP to do something to address this problem, so that the drivers that are overlapped know there are drivers behind him," said Lorenzo as reported by Bike Sport News.

The drivers identical to the number 99 suggested to make the blue light, which can warn other drivers if there are drivers who want to overlap. Incidentally, this system has been tested on Formula-1.

"They should give the blue light on each rider motorcycle as a warning sign," said Lorenzo. viva

Saturday, November 10, 2012

MotoGP 2012 News - Pedrosa Ahold Last Free Exercise MotoGP Valencia

Dani Pedrosa appeared dominant in the third session of free practice ahead of the MotoGP Valencia, Spain, Saturday, November 10, 2012. Repsol Honda rider recorded the fastest track time in the last training session, which lasted for 45 minutes.

Pedrosa recorded a best time trajectory of 1 minute 33.033 seconds. Since the beginning of the session, one of the host driver is successfully defended the fastest time. In fact, he did not take part in the second free practice which was colored with rain.

Position 2 in the last exercise is occupied by Yamaha Tech 3 rider, Andrea Dovizioso, who was also absent in the previous session. Dovi's teammate, Cal Crutchlow was in third position with a gap of 0.639 seconds from Pedrosa.

Meanwhile, the tandem of Pedrosa at Repsol Honda, Casey Stoner has not been shown to improve performance. The Australian rider was stuck in position 9 because of right ankle injury.

Ducati rider who recorded the fastest time in the first session, Nicky Hayden finished only at fifth position. Meanwhile, his teammate, Valentino Rossi was thrown into the position 11.viva

The results of Valencia MotoGP free practice III 2012:
1. Dani Pedrosa (Repsol Honda) 1m 33.033s
2. Andrea Dovizioso (Yamaha Tech 3) 1m 33.641s
3. Cal Crutchlow (Yamaha Tech 3) 1m 33.672s
4. Stefan Bradl (LCR Honda MotoGP) 1m 33.751s
5. Nicky Hayden (Ducati Team) 1m 34.263s
6. Jorge Lorenzo (Yamaha Factory Racing) 1m 34.296s
7. Alvaro Bautista (San Carlo Honda Gresini) 1m 34.764s
8. Randy De Puniet (Aspar Power Electronics) 1m 34.915s
9. Casey Stoner (Repsol Honda) 1m 34.991s
10. Michele Pirro (San Carlo Honda Gresini) 1m 35.371s
11. Valentino Rossi (Ducati Team) 1m 35.824s
12. Karel Abraham (Cardion AB Motoracing) 1m 35.919s
13. Roberto Rolfo (Speed Master) 1m 36.149s
14. Hector Barbera (Pramac Racing) 1m 36.192s
15. Katsuyuki Nakasuga (Yamaha Factory Racing) 1m 36.267s
16. Aleix Espargaro (Power Electronics Aspar) 1m 36.517s
17. Danilo Petrucci (Came IodaRacing) 1m 36.538s
18. Ivan Silva (Avintia Blusens) 1m 36.753s
19. Hiroshi Aoyama (Avintia Blusens) 1m 37.701s
20. Colin Edwards (NGM Forward Racing) 1m 37.969s
21. Claudio Corti (Avintia Blusens) 1m 38.663s
22. James Ellison (Paul Bird Motorsport) 1m 46.122s


Sunday, October 28, 2012

MotoGP 2012 News - Stoner Last Offering for Australian Public

Repsol Honda rider, Casey Stoner won the MotoGP Australia successfully held at the Phillip Island circuit, Sunday, October 28, 2012. Very special victory for Stoner, the article was the final race at Phillip Island after deciding to retire from MotoGP at the end of the 2012 season.

"My time in MotoGP is low, and in the last three races I won the fifth, third, and now could be a champion. It's important for me to win the Grand Prix before retiring. Can be reached in my hometown, it was like a dream, "said Stoner Crash reported.

Phillip Island circuit was filled with local public who want to see their hero fighting for the last time. And Stoner fulfill the public to win the race at Phillip Island the sixth time in a row.

"This week is a very perfect for me. Fans who come to this circuit is extraordinary. I know the main reason they came here was to support me. It feels very nice to have the support of thousands of spectators in attendance at Phillip Island. As an Australian, I am glad to make them proud, "continued the 27-year racer.

With the victory, Stoner almost certainly ranks third in the 2012 World champion Jorge Lorenzo and Dani Pedrosa, which stood at 238 points. viva

MotoGP 2012 News - Pedrosa Apologize Fail to be MotoGP World Champion

Dani Pedrosa openly apologized to the Honda and fanatical supporters. Pedrosa failed to score points in the MotoGP Australia because of an incident during the race after just three laps.

Since the accident at the Phillip Island circuit, Sunday, October 28, 2012, Pedrosa had to give up the world title to his compatriot who defended Yamaha, Jorge Lorenzo.

The drivers are identical to the number 99 that now has 350 points. Far adrift with Pedrosa with the acquisition of 307 points.

Despite failing to meet the ambitions of the team, the tiny rider can proudly claim to enliven the competition for the 2012 MotoGP crown this. "Maybe I was too eager. I'ma bit wide when entering the corner. I lost my balance on the front," said Pedrosa convey the main reason fell on the third bend.

"A great honor for me to compete. I feel guilty when you see the great support from the team, family and supporters," said 27-year racer stressing been exerting their best throughout the season

Before the last race at the Australian MotoGP, Pedrosa just 23 points with Lorenzo. Pedrosa Kans first world champion is wide open.

However, failure to gain points in the MotoGP Australia making him now 43 points adrift. The points are impossible chased Pedrosa in the remaining series.viva

MotoGP 2012 News - Lorenzo hard work paid off at Phillip Island

Yamaha rider Jorge Lorenzo confirmed to have secured the world title for the second time. The Spaniard won the MotoGP crown after beating Dani Pedrosa.

Lorenzo has won a fierce rivalry with compatriot it this season. 2010 world champion title locked at the Phillip Island circuit, Sunday, October 28, 2012.

Lorenzo ended the race in Australia on the podium MotoGP 2. While misfortune befall Pedrosa fell while entering the race on lap 3.

"I am very happy with the championship this season," said Lorenzo was quoted by Autosport.

Not easy for Lorenzo won this title since prestius determination of two of the top Honda rider, Casey Stoner and Pedrosa. However, Lorenzo Honda duo overcame the pressure and shows the mentality of champions in each series.

"We only know how tough the fight with riders like Stoner and Pedrosa are supported great team, Honda," said Lorenzo quoted by Autosport.

Despite being in a disadvantageous situation, Lorenzo always show consistency. He tried not to make a mistake to occupy the forefront in every race. The hard work finally paid off Lorenzo in the series 17.

"Today is very special. I would like to thank those who have given me the confidence sehingg to win," said Lorenzo. viva

Friday, October 26, 2012

MotoGP 2012 News - Casey Stoner not overtaken at Phillip Island

Casey Stoner continued to show determination in the third free practice session of the Australian Grand Prix. Host driver became the fastest in the last session of the day Saturday, October 27, 2012.

In the first two sessions, Honda was also recorded the fastest time. Phillip Island circuit is like his own. He is now looking for their sixth win on this circuit.

His closest rival is Jorge Lorenzo. Yamaha's 1019 second slower. While the third position was Dani Pedrosa.

Pedrosa was in second place in free practice II. Competition between Pedrosa and Lorenzo will be a major spectacle in the race later.

Valentino Rossi with Ducati can only be in a position to-19. His colleague, Nicky Hayden even there at No. 12. viva

Thursday, October 25, 2012

MotoGP 2012 News - Lorenzo and Pedrosa compete to be champions this season.

MotoGP competition in the last two series heats up. The problem, now the remaining two racehorses who are competing to be the best in MotoGP this season. That Jorge Lorenzo (Yamaha) and Dani Pedrosa (Honda).

Until series 16, Lorenzo still leads with 330 achievement points. While Dani Pedrosa followed in second place with a score of 307 points thanks to wins in the last three races. Thus results in two races remaining into determination.

Ducati's six-times world champion, Valentino Rossi assess both worth winning MotoGP season. It was not separated from the action of the two this season.

"They deserve to be champions. Due rider Jorge is very fast since the beginning of the season and was able to win all of the opportunities that exist," Rossi said as reported by Crash, Thursday, October 25, 2012.

"Dani Pedrosa also deserve to win it. Due to the fantastic job he completed in two sessions this season by winning a lot of races," Rossi continued.

But who favored MotoGP champion Rossi will be this season? The Italian has revealed more favor Lorenzo is predicted to be a champion.

"I think the more likely champion Jorge achieved. Because he has the advantage in terms of the number of points. But there are still two races left and Dani was very fast. So I think the race will be very interesting to the last series in Valencia," he said. viva

Monday, October 15, 2012

MotoGP 2012 News - Pedrosa disappointed, his rival only Lorenzo

Repsol Honda rider, Dani Pedrosa, was disappointed there was no other drivers were able to compete with it than Jorge Lorenzo. Though Pedrosa need help to tackle the rate of the Yamaha rider.

Successful Pedrosa MotoGP victory in Japan, Sunday, October 14, 2012, ahead of Lorenzo in second. The result leaves behind Pedrosa is 28 points above his compatriot, leaving three series.

Success Pedrosa in Motegi was his fourth win in five final series. However, the 27-year driver always fails approached Lorenzo at the top. In every victory Pedrosa, Lorenzo always finish in second place.

These conditions make Pedrosa disappointed. Because the drivers who had to defend Honda since 2001, it needs someone who can tackle the pace of Lorenzo.

"We successfully completed the race as planned, but it is unfortunate that none of the other drivers can compensate me and Lorenzo. Whenever I win, Lorenzo always in second place. But, I was glad to win," Pedrosa said as reported by the Daily Mail.

Lorenzo is a slight upper hand to claim his second MotoGP world title this season. 2010 MotoGP world champion would still be champions this season despite only finishing in the top two in the last three races. viva

Saturday, October 13, 2012

MotoGP 2012 News - Lorenzo Fastest in Qualifying Motegi Circuit

Jorge Lorenzo won the pole position for the Japanese Grand Prix after a tight battle with closest rival, Dani Pedrosa, the qualifying session Saturday, October 13, 2012, at the Motegi Circuit.

After engaging competition during practice sessions yesterday and this morning, Lorenzo finally established itself as a favorite in this weekend's Japanese Grand Prix. Despite continued taped Pedrosa, MotoGP standings leader appeared calm to reach the pole.

Lorenzo managed to record time of 1 minute 44,969 seconds to put himself in the forefront in the race tomorrow grid, while Pedrosa just 0246 seconds adrift of the Yamaha rider.

Cal Crutchlow managed to shift the dominance of Ben Spies in the top three. Monster Yamaha Tech 3 rider managed to go faster 0079 seconds from Spies. Alvaro Bautista Andrea Dovizioso and stalking behind the grid fills five and six.

Casey Stoner still could not find the rhythm again to be the best after the seventh fastest. Honda rider is able to perform faster than Stefan Bradl and Ducati duo Valentino Rossi and Nicky Hayden, who filled the top 10.

In the race on Sunday, October 14, 2012, two new faces will be on the start grid. Yamaha test rider, Katsuyuki Nakasuga, given the wild-entry to fight in the cage, while Roberto Rolfo will replace Mattia Pasini in Speed Master CRT club. viva

Thursday, October 4, 2012

MotoGP 2012 News - Heal, Stoner Be sure to Perform at Japan MotoGP

Casey Stoner moved recovering from a right ankle injury suffered. The Repsol Honda rider was so eager to return to the track in the MotoGP Japanese Grand Prix on October 14, 2012.

"Good news because I could return the race at Motegi and will join the team next week. I can not wait to get back on track, "wrote Stoner Repsol's official website.

Stoner suffered an injury due to an accident during the United States Grand Prix qualifying session on 18 August. However, the Australian rider was able to finish the race Indianapolis at number 4.

Due to an injury to get worse, Stoner had to undergo surgery in his hometown. MotoGP world champion 2007 and 2011 was forced to miss the last three series in the Republic, San Marino and Aragon.

Lucky, Stoner injury recovery process go faster because always follow the advice of the medical team. Naturally, if the drivers were even 27 years on Oct. 16 was an enthusiastic fans of Sakura is none other than the Honda headquarters.

"Thank you for all your support through the messages in this blog. I look forward to returning to the Motegi race in front of fans and Honda as well as all the home fans, "said the driver who decided to retire at the end of this season.

Stoner was ranked third while the drivers' standings with a score of 186 points. Still dominated the top Yamaha rider, Jorge Lorenzo (290 points) and ranks second inhabited Stoner's teammate, Dani Pedrosa (257 points). viva

Sunday, June 3, 2012

MotoGP 2012 News - Lorenzo Champion, Stoner Failed Podium

Two Spain riders battle created in Catalonia Circuit. But Jorge Lorenzo who finally managed to finish ahead of Dani Pedrosa in the MotoGP race day Sunday, May 3, 2012.

MotoGP world champion in 2010 it managed to secure the number one position with a time of 43 minutes 07 681 seconds adrift followed by Pedrosa 5 seconds more. Secured the final podium position to fail the defending champion, Casey Stoner, who had to settle in behind Andrea Dovizioso.

Stoner on pole appear failing to maintain its position since the start and are stranded in the middle order. The best fourth position which finally achieved the Australian, failure to seize the first podium of the season for Stoner.

Carl Crutchlow was ranked fifth, followed by Alvaro Bautista, while Valentino Rossi failed to repeat the previous performance after only finish in seventh. Even so, 'The Doctor' seem quite happy to pass the finish line.

Stefan Bradl of the LCR Honda, followed by teammate Rossi, Nicky Hayden and Ben Spies to fill the position of the top ten.

In the early start, both Lorenzo and Pedrosa immediately took over the leading position of the hands of Stoner. Since then the two drivers exchanged salip hosts won one ranking.

Upon entering the last lap seven, exciting battle re-presented. Lorenzo with Pedrosa continues to aggressively pursue, chase each other inevitably. But on the sixth lap Lorenzo finally managed to take over the leading position in the past and since then Yamaha rider was not overtaken.

Stoner also invited diving tough race with Dovizioso and Crustchlow. Both Tech 3 Yamaha rider was aggressive with the motor attached Stoner so difficult to drive at full speed and took podium position.

This is Yamaha's third victory in five races this season. Results were also increasingly menatapkan Lorenzo position at the top of the MotoGP standings with 115 points, followed by Stoner with minus 20 points. Pedrosa is ranked third (85 points), followed by Dovizioso (60), Crutchlow (56) and Rossi (51). viva

Sunday, April 8, 2012

MotoGP 2012 News - Lorenzo Defeat Two Hondas in First Series

Jorge Lorenzo opened the 2012 MotoGP series premiered on the Losail International Circuit, Qatar, Monday, April 9, 2012, with brilliant results. After seizing pole-position, Yamaha Racing Team Rider came out the winner with a time of 42 minutes 44, 214 sec.

Two occupied the podium Dani Pedrosa who appear aggressive in the races that took place that evening. Pedrosa closed the Qatar GP with a time of 42 minutes, 44, 852 sec. Closed to within 2, 908 second behind Casey Stoner right to stand on the podium third.

Started the race, Jorge Lorenzo duet directly raided Honda, Pedrosa and Stoner. Start from position 7, directly threatening Pedrosa in second place followed by team-mate Casey Stoner as it passes through the first corner.

It did not take long for Lorenzo overtook Stoner. On the fifth lap, Stoner managed to overtake Lorenzo ditrek straight. Behind Lorenzo, Pedrosa is still looking for an opportunity to take second place from the Yamaha rider.

Meanwhile, Valentino Rossi, who scattered in the outer order of the top five was widened when exiting the corner. Luckily, he did not fall. No less fierce competition in the middle of the board. A number of team riders CRT (Claiming Rule Team) salip exchanged in mid-race.

Back to the forefront, Lorenzo who never gave up chasing Stoner managed to take over first place. Climax, the 2010 world champion overtook Kurri Kurri The Boy in the track straight on lap-19.

Coming to the end of the race, Stoner increasingly sagging position. His teammate Pedrosa, who continued to show determination successfully pass Stoner on lap 21 when exiting the first corner. The tiny riders sit in second place. This position does not change until the finish flag was unfurled. viva