Capirossi: New tyres will cut crashes

Wed, 08 Feb 19:16:00 2012

MotoGP safety advisor Loris Capirossi believes Bridgestone's 2012 tyres have addressed the issues that concerned riders in 2011.

Ducati MotoGP rider Loris Capirossi waits to take part in the final pre-season test during the free practice session at the Losail international circuit in Doha - 0

Several frontrunners complained that a lack of feeling from last year's Bridgestone control tyres was a contributory factor in a number of crashes, particularly on cold rubber.

But after working with Bridgestone at the opening 2012 MotoGP test at Sepang last week, Capirossi believes the latest tyres are an improvement.

"In my discussions with the riders, the general feeling is that the 2012 specification tyres are very good and they're happy with the improved feeling they offer, which is important for the rider's confidence," said Capirossi.

"Also, the experimental front tyre that was tested in Sepang gave the riders an understanding of Bridgestone's direction with development."

Capirossi became a safety advisor at the end of last season, when he retired from riding at the age of 38 following a 22-year world championship career.

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  1. Its a fantastic opportunity for Loris I believe as he­ is one of the most experienced men in Moto GP and no­ better way to stay so close to the action than making­ sure safety issues are addressed appropriately. Im sure­ that he will do exceedingly well and im sure he will­ help the sport immensely 8) GO Loris...YOUR THE MAN!!!!

    From DANIEL B, on Fri 24 Feb 5:55
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    Oh come on if you go fast on a motor cycle or a car­ while racing, If you make a split second mistake it­ won,t matter what tyres you have on, what are these­ guys looking for the Scalextric of tyres?, why do­ people always makes excuses for Imperfections,­ perfection does not exist get on with it and show us­ your skills and bravery not your excuses, sorry.

    From Gary Lawrence, on Mon 13 Feb 0:47

  3. Iv'e always admired Loris, He's a top man!

    From David, on Mon 13 Feb 0:18

  4. Nice to see Loris being used so well ,he has great­ experience which will add to the safety of all the­ riders and teams.

    From jpatrickson01, on Thu 9 Feb 23:44

  5. Long overdue and great news if the new tyres give the­ riders more chance of catching a slide rather than­ simply losing it from one millisecond to the next.

    From probablygraham, on Thu 9 Feb 20:09

  6. nice to see someone with the necessary knowledge­ solving issues rather than the usual voices of no­ experience

    From glyn689, on Thu 9 Feb 3:40
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