I have so much respect for my opponents; many of them watched the races as little children and were supporting me!
VALENTINO ROSSIYou look at Moto3, the races are very exciting. Moto2 is fantastic, and then MotoGP is boring.
More Valentino Rossi Quotes
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I never race for records. The motivation to try to beat the record is not enough to continue. You have to enjoy it.
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Fortunately during my career I have won more or less everything, so I need to enjoy it to have the right motivation.
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The work that we do during the winter is very important; we have a new bike and it’s important to develop it during this time.
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Once the races begin it’s more difficult and there is never that much time for testing.
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The most important thing is to have a good relationship with the bike you have to understand what she wants. I think of a motorcycle as a woman, and I know that sounds silly, but it’s true.
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I’m lucky because I don’t feel too much pressure – it’s only in the last hour before the race, and even then it’s good, positive pressure.
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But I could also start F1 or rallying. I love rallying much more.
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Also, when I started racing he knew a lot of people and it was more easy for me to find the first bike, so I have a good chance for sure.
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The speed is something dangerous but very exciting.
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I have designs I like applied to my helmet, motorcycle, riding suits, gloves,and boots. I have a designer friend of mine put the designs on them for me. I think a livery on the helmet is significant in expressing a rider’s personality.
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Barcelona is a special track. I have always loved the layout of the circuit, but also the atmosphere and the fans are special. It has always been good fun.
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If I test the car for a year I can be quite competitive the next season.
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I’m very happy because I won a lot. I’ve won races and lived in a world that just gave me joy, so I remember it very positively.
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You try to do a technical feature: in front of me I had a strong rider who brakes hard and it’s difficult to pass.
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The great fights with your strongest rivals are always the biggest motivation. When you win easily it’s not the same taste.
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