06-20-2016, 11:17 PM
(06-20-2016, 09:55 PM)redbirds_imp Wrote:(06-20-2016, 11:19 AM)DAC_imp Wrote: Just wish Honda would update the Fireblade engine soon for use in WSBK. Been eight years, I think. When it rains, Nicky can win. In the dry, they run away from him.
Rumor is that Honda is developing a replacement for the Fireblade with a full electronics package, V4 engine and much technology learned from their Motogp bike. Problem is they need it now.
Rumor is that Honda is developing a replacement for the Fireblade with a full electronics package, V4 engine and much technology learned from their Motogp bike. Problem is they need it now. Oh yeah...for sure Honda is coming out with something all-new and completely awesome. Be nice if it were a V4. The current CBR1000RR is a very good, competent bike but technology has made it obsolete, like my GSX-R. Great track bike and handles well but with no electronics, I need that extra layer of caution when riding since the computer nanny isn't there. I let the high-tech boys have their fun.
(06-20-2016, 08:29 PM)CB4ME_imp Wrote: Movistar YamahaHeck of a lineup. Movistar has a fantastic team. Vinales, in my opinion, is the finest of the new young riders. Suzuki has the best-handling bike, Ducati the most power, Yamaha seems to be the best balance of both, and Honda can go either way, both fast and handles brilliantly.
Valentino Rossi 2017-2018
Maverick Viñales 2017-2018
Repsol Honda
Dani Pedrosa 2017-2018
Marc Márquez 2017-2018
Ecstar Suzuki
Andrea Iannone 2017-2018
Alex Rins 2017-2018
Gresini Aprilia
Sam Lowes 2017-2018
Unsigned
KTM Factory
Bradley Smith 2017-2018
Pol Espargaro 2017-2018
Factory Ducati
Jorge Lorenzo 2017-2018
Andrea Dovizioso 2017-2018
I like to see that both the V4 and I4 are well-represented.
This tech stuff is all finding its way into street superbikes (except for the pneumatic valves and seamless gearbox). Not sure whether I will be riding long enough to get another, but if I do, I suspect Honda's new machine will be at the top of the list.