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Originally Posted by SVeeedy Gonzales

I'd expect Hayden to win at Laguna Seca every time - isn't it the only GP that's run on a left handed track?

Nope. Istanbul, Valencia, Sachsenring and Philip Island.

As for traction control - Haga doesnt like riders aids, so I presume he doesnt run it either? Doesnt seem to slow him down

I know Valentino can break many a race by zipping away from the field. But he does have a long record and seems to favour stalking until the last few laps.

I seem to recall him making Max crash repeatedly with this tactic, in 2001 i think

I think Laguna Seca will be a lot closer this time, but Hayden will still be a good bet.

Originally Posted by JMG

I seem to recall him making Max crash repeatedly with this tactic, in 2001 i think

Max and Sete Gibernau. Rossi would sit on their backs for ages until they crashed out of his way. A bit like Alain Prost in the old days of F1 racing. Putting pressure on the front guy until he makes a mistake is a well known technique that can yield great results.

The thing about Laguna is that it falls way below the safety standards that one would normally see at a Dorna event. The usual regs are somewhat flaunted in an attempt to woo the U.S. audience.

However when you get someone like Valentino passing comment about the poor standard,then you have to take notice. I think that is why I do not expect anything other than an American to win there again this year.

Haven't read the story of Edwards sticking it to Hayden.

Edwards should note that you only have to be in first place over the line, not during the race.

I think Colin's comments if true,were down to sheer frustration and dissapointment and nothing more.

Originally Posted by Flamin_Squirrel

As for traction control - Haga doesnt like riders aids, so I presume he doesnt run it either? Doesnt seem to slow him down

Peter, do you know the answer to this one?

From what I remember from the Eurosport coverage, Yamaha have experimented but not installed it on "all" bikes yet. Which is basically where Honda are too. Kawasaki have a "limited" version, I don't think Suzuki have anything yet, but Ducati have a very good* system which is leading the field.




* Very good is a matter of opinion, if you hate it, it would be bloody awful

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Jordan..I believe that Haga does not use traction control,that is not to say that Yamaha do not have it available. He feels it takes something away from how he likes to ride apparently.

I suppose for many riders with the skill these boys have, the sliding of the back end does become a predicatable and controllable aspect which would make them a little reluctatant to sort of learn all over again?

What you reckon the chances of a Spanish clean sweep at Donington? It is going to happen at a track somehwere soon?

Bautista 125,Lorenzo 250 and Dani in Moto GP? Dani does not like Donny but was fast out the traps in the first session.