In 2002 the Yamaha was at more or less the same level as the Honda, better in some ways, worse in others. But in the winter of last year between 2002 and 2003, Honda made a big step forward and it seemed as if Yamaha couldn’t quite match that improvement.
VALENTINO ROSSIThe 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.
More Valentino Rossi Quotes
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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 done with F1 unfortunately. I’m too old, the train has passed.
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Giving yourself threads doesn’t mean you don’t believe in yourself in my opinion.
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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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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’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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We have the 2004 M1 here for reference, which is useful. It worked well here last year; we won the race and always did fast lap times so it will be interesting to compare it to the new bike and it will help us to understand which parts have improved.
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I don’t like being famous – it is like a prison. And driving for Ferrari would make it far worse.
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I would have probably stolen cars – it would have given me the same adrenaline rush as racing.
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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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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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I’m really happy, and beating Marc [Marquez] at the very last chicane gives me an extra boost.
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I was lucky. My father raced bikes. He gave me the passion very early. I had my first bike when I was three or four years old.
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I have won on Honda and Yamaha so maybe it is interesting to win with a third team, Ducati, who are Italian.
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