MotoGP – Marquez wins at the end of the 2015 MotoGP tests in Valencia –

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Marquez wins at the end of the 2015 MotoGP tests in Valencia

MotoGP - Marquez wins at the end of the 2015 MotoGP tests in Valencia -

It was finally Marc Marquez who took the best time of the three days of pre-season MotoGP 2015 testing in Valencia (Spain) by completing a lap of 1’30.973 on his 2014 motorcycle, or 2 thousandths less that Jorge Lorenzo’s time on Monday (1’30.975)…

In the end, it was Marc Marquez who took the best time of the three days of pre-season MotoGP 2015 testing in Valencia (Spain) by completing a lap of 1’30.973 on his 2014 bike, or 2 thousandths less that Jorge Lorenzo’s time on Monday (1’30.975)…

Recall that the reigning world champion did not ride the first day, taking advantage of an exceptional rest to celebrate his new 2014 coronation, and that the second day of testing Tuesday was disrupted by the rain (read again).

"The new prototype has potential"

"A single day does not give us enough time to adjust the new prototype, but I think it has potential and this test was important for Honda because of the information we have recorded," Marquez sums up, stressing that "the new prototype has more potential in some areas, but I was more comfortable with the 2014 one (which is to be expected) and had my best time with ".

His teammate Dani Pedrosa, second yesterday in 1’31.119 and fourth in the combined three-day standings, believes that "the test has been generally positive and the work that all our colleagues at HRC will do this winter will be very important. I am sure that we will see an important development when we resume the track at Sepang next year "(in February, Editor’s note).

Jorge Lorenzo, third yesterday in 1’31.164 and second overall, mainly focused on the chassis and the modifications to the exhaust system of the YZR-M1 2015, just like Valentino Rossi (5th yesterday and 6th overall).

"The new parts do not represent a very significant improvement but rather a further step in the right direction", explains the Mallorcan. "So I’m happy with this test. It’s been a long and difficult season but it’s still not over for me. I’m going to Indonesia in a few days for promotional activities, then I’ll have the opportunity to spend a few days in Bali with friends. In December I will participate in a car race and then I will finally go to the sun for Christmas! I will also train hard to come back stronger in 2015 and be ready for the season to come ".

Note also the good performance of the Yamaha Tech3 team riders with Pol Espargaro third over the three days (1’31.288) and Bradley Smith fifth (1’31.365).

"What I’m most happy with is that we have found a good adjustment for the electronics when the tires are worn out, a point that has caused us a lot of problems this year", rejoices Espargaro who concentrated on electronics and front settings. "Now I think I really deserve a rest and I want to spend some time with my family and friends before I leave for Sepang in February".

His brother Aleix, engaged in the Suzuki MotoGP team alongside Maverick Viñales, says he is "quite optimistic" about this new adventure. “The first day was all about understanding the bike and finding the right position, but today we were able to get to the limits of the machine. I find the chassis very good, the bike is well handled and turns really easily. We have also made great progress in electronics, traction control and engine braking. I’m pretty confident and it was good to be able to set lap times not so far from the top drivers. Now I look forward to testing new developments again ”.

Same optimism for Davide Brivio, Suzuki team manager, delighted to note that his two riders "adored" the bike: "of course we still have areas to improve, such as engine performance and electronics, and we need to continue our trials in Jerez at the end of the month. Hopefully we can conclude 2014 with another positive test, and start 2015 with a bike fully ready for the start of the season ".

As for the newcomers, rookie Jack Miller, defector from Moto3, turned in 1’33.746 (25th overall) and said he was "very happy with the progress made" after three days of very impressive tests. Everything was new. , weight, power, but it was a fantastic experience. I made progress with every session and can’t wait to be in Malaysia at the end of the month! "

"Strengthen my pecs"

"My physical condition was good during the test, but I think I need to strengthen my pectorals to be able to better manage this new bike", continues the young Australian from the CWM LCR Honda team: "the main thing will come from practice, because you can only really develop the muscles in this part of the body by riding a MotoGP! ”

Only a few riders will ride again this year during private testing in Jerez and then in Sepang before the start of the winter break (December 1), then the entire MotoGP field will resume official testing in Sepang in February 2015. To be continued naturally on MNC: stay connected !

Combined results of the 3 days of testing in Valencia

  1. 93 M.MARQUEZ SPA Repsol Honda Team (best time of the three days: 1’30.973)
  2. 99 J.LORENZO SPA Movistar Yamaha (best time of the three days: 1’30.975)
  3. 44 P.ESPARGARO SPA Monster Yamaha Tech 3 (best time of the three days: 1’31.118)
  4. 26 D.PEDROSA SPA Repsol Honda Team (best time of the three days: 1’31.119)
  5. 38 B.SMITH GBR Monster Yamaha Tech 3 (best time of the three days: 1’31.204)
  6. 46 V. ROSSI ITA Movistar Yamaha (best time of the three days: 1’31.250)
  7. 29 A.IANNONE ITA Ducati Team (best time of the three days: 1’31.465)
  8. 4 A.DOVIZIOSO ITA Ducati Team (best time of the three days: 1’31.644)
  9. 9 D. PETRUCCI ITA Pramac Racing (best time of the three days: 1’31.665)
  10. 35 C. CRUTCHLOW GBR CWM LCR Honda (best time of the three days: 1’31.774)
  11. 68 Y. HERNANDEZ COL Energy T.I. Pramac Racing (best time of the three days: 1’31.914)
  12. 41 A.ESPARGARO SPA Team Suzuki MotoGP (best time of the three days: 1’31.973)
  13. 8 H.BARBERA SPA Avintia Racing (best time of the three days: 1’32.007)
  14. 51 M.PIRRO ITA Ducati Test Team (best time of the three days: 1’32.054)
  15. 69 N. HAYDEN USA Drive M7 Aspar (best time of the three days: 1’32.173)
  16. 6 S. BRADL GER NGM Forward Racing (best time of the three days: 1’32.209)
  17. 45 S. REDDING GBR Team Estrella Galicia Marc VDS (best time of the three days: 1’32.621)
  18. 19 A.BAUTISTA SPA Factory Aprilia Gresini (best time of the three days: 1’32.810)
  19. 63 M.DI MEGLIO FRA Avintia Racing (best time of the three days: 1’32.922)
  20. 15 A.DE ANGELIS RSM Octo IodaRacing Team (best time of the three days: 1’33.132)
  21. 25 M.VIÑALES SPA Team Suzuki MotoGP (best time of the three days: 1’33.216)
  22. 17 K.ABRAHAM CZE Cardion AB Motoracing (best time of the three days: 1’33.446)
  23. 76 L.BAZ FRA NGM Forward Racing (best time of the three days: 1’33.486)
  24. 50 E.LAVERTY IRL Drive M7 Aspar (best time of the three days: 1’33.509)
  25. 43 J.MILLER AUS CWM LCR Honda (best time of the three days: 1’33.746)
  26. 33 M.MELANDRI ITA Factory Aprilia Gresini (best time of the three days: 1’34.336)
  27. 66 A.HOFMANN GER Aprilia Test Team (best time of the three days: 1’35.646)

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