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Lap Record: 0'47.448 (James Stewart, 01/01/2006) Last Years Winner: James Stewart
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2010 AMA-SX San Diego, CA 07/02/2010
Race 1 - 20 Laps Pos. Rider Manu. Nat. Total Time 1 David D Millsaps Honda USA 18'27.078 2 Josh Hill Yamaha USA 0'03.696 3 Ivan Tedesco Yamaha USA 0'04.983 4 Ryan Villopoto Kawasaki USA 0'26.210 5 Justin Brayton Yamaha USA 0'29.377 6 Ryan Dungey Suzuki USA 0'30.048 7 Thomas Hahn Yamaha USA 0'39.073 8 Grant Langston Yamaha RSA 0'41.504 9 Nicholas Wey Kawasaki USA 0'44.469 10 Kyle Chisholm Yamaha USA -1Laps 11 Chris Blose Honda USA -1Laps 12 Fabien Izoird Kawasaki FRA -1Laps 13 Dan Reardon Yamaha USA -1Laps 14 Michael Byrne Yamaha AUS -1Laps 15 Bobby Bonds Kawasaki USA -1Laps Â
Rider Standings 06/02/2010 Pos. Rider Manu. Nat. Points 1. Ryan Dungey Suzuki USA 105 2. Josh Hill Yamaha USA 101 3. Ryan Villopoto Kawasaki USA 95 4. David D Millsaps Honda USA 82 5. Ivan Tedesco Yamaha USA 77 6. Justin Brayton Yamaha USA 72 7. Andrew Short Honda USA 69 8. Kevin Windham Honda USA 66 9. Thomas Hahn Yamaha USA 56 10. James Stewart Yamaha USA 51 11. Nicholas Wey Kawasaki USA 50 12. Kyle Chisholm Yamaha USA 39 13. Michael Byrne Yamaha AUS 36 14. Grant Langston Yamaha RSA 32 15. Chris Blose Honda USA 26 21. Dan Reardon Yamaha USA 8 25. Jason Lawrence Yamaha USA 4 30. Josh Grant Yamaha USA 1 Â
Manufacturer Standings 06/02/2010 Pos. Manufacturer Points 1. Yamaha 111 2. Suzuki 105 3. Honda 99 4. Kawasaki 95 5. KTM 3
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Ben Spies - Position 5th Time: 2'02.266 Laps: 31 “I rode as good and as hard as I could considering how I've been feeling. I'm not wanting to make any excuses but I didn't feel really good with the jetlag. It was still a good test because I learned a lot about improving my riding and adapting my style to suit the Yamaha MotoGP bike. It is hard to break some of my old superbike habits at the moment but I made some big improvements in a couple of places on the track where I was really struggling, particularly in the braking. It started to feel more natural today and I got down to some decent times on race tyres. I was a second faster than the first day, so we made some good progress but this is a really difficult track to learn. This track is really long and really wide, but I got to a respectable pace. I've said it a load of times but it's a learning process and every lap I'm learning. My guys at Monster Yamaha Tech 3 though have been brilliant again. We're all putting in a lot of effort and I'm pleased with the steps I've made.†Colin Edwards - Position:7th Time: 2'02.479 Laps: 42 “This has been a great test and I'm really happy. The big bonus of the test has been the performance of the engine. Putting it simply it seems they have made the engine with more power and more reliable. Accelerating off the corner was a problem last season but with the new engine it is a strong point. I tried a few things with the chassis and at this stage of the year it is all about crossing off pieces that work and those that don't. We found a couple of things that improved the bike and gave me more confidence and a couple of things we need to work on. It's been a great first test and hopefully we can carry this momentum on for the rest of the pre-season and into the serious business of the racing.†Test Times: 1. Valentino Rossi (ITA) Fiat Yamaha Team 2'00.925 2. Casey Stoner (AUS) Ducati Marlboro Team 2'01.320 3. Jorge Lorenzo (SPA) Fiat Yamaha Team 2'01.680 4. Dani Pedrosa (SPA) Repsol Honda Team 2'01.822 5. Ben Spies (USA) Monster Yamaha Tech 3 2'02.266 6. Andrea Dovizioso (ITA) Repsol Honda Team 2'02.272 7. Colin Edwards (USA) Monster Yamaha Tech 3 2'02.479 8. Nicky Hayden (USA) Ducati Marlboro Team 2'02.493 9. Aleix Espargaro (SPA) Pramac Green Team 2'02.647 10. Loris Capirossi (ITA) Rizla Suzuki MotoGP 2'02.763 11. Marco Melandri (ITA) San Carlo Honda Gresini 2'02.810 12. Hector Barbera (SPA) Aspar Team 2'03.032 13. Randy de Puniet (FRA) LCR Honda MotoGP 2'03.043 14. Hiroshi Aoyama (JAP) Interwetten-Honda MotoGP 2'03.195 15. Marco Simoncelli (ITA) San Carlo Honda Gresini 2'03.245 16. Alvaro Bautista (SPA) Rizla Suzuki MotoGP 2'03.274 17. Mika Kallio (FIN) Pramac Green Team 2'03.359 Sepang: Record Lap C. Stoner (Ducati) 2007, 2'02.108 Sepang: Best Lap V. Rossi (Yamaha) 2009, 2'00.518
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Colin Edwards Colin Edwards - Position: 3rd Time: 2.01.932 Laps: 48 laps “After I blew off a few cobwebs this morning I've got to say the bike worked really great and I've got to say a big thanks to Yamaha. They have impressed me because we knew it was a big challenge to achieve a high level of performance while also getting more durability out of the engine for the new rules. And they have done that and I'm really happy, so I'm already excited about the new season. The engine seems much better off the bottom. Last year I'd open the throttle and nothing really happened, but this year there's a response when you push. I never even touched the bike today, I just got on it and rode it and it felt really natural and I could do what I wanted with the bike. It accelerated how I wanted, I could hold a line how I wanted and I was riding round talking to myself inside my helmet saying ‘how much fun is this?' When the bike does what you ask, it's pretty easy. It was a great way to start what hopefully is going to be another successful year with Herve Poncharal and the Monster Yamaha Tech 3 Team.†Ben Spies Ben Spies - Position: 12th Time: 2.03.142 Laps: 55 laps “I tried as hard as I could for the first day but I've got a little bit of jetlag and I wasn't at 100 per cent. Despite that though the new bike is really good. I got behind a couple of people and the engine performance was really good and that is a real positive. I'm still working on my mid-corner speed and trusting the Bridgestone tyres and today was still a good day even if I'd like to have been a bit further up the timesheets. My times aren't far off on a track that these guys know like the back of their hand, so I know there is plenty more to come from me. My guy's asked me what I need to work on for tomorrow and right now it's just me. There's a good half-a-second just in myself. I've got a lot to learn and it takes time. I've already been getting a lot of help and advice from Colin about the track and that is great for me and for the Monster Yamaha Tech 3 Team that we are working together like that.†Test Times 1. Valentino Rossi (ITA) Fiat Yamaha Team 2'01.411 2. Casey Stoner (AUS) Ducati Marlboro Team 2'01.902 3. Colin Edwards (USA) Monster Yamaha Tech 3 2'01.932 4. Loris Capirossi (ITA) Rizla Suzuki MotoGP 2'02.102 5. Jorge Lorenzo (SPA) Fiat Yamaha Team 2'02.165 6. Andrea Dovizioso (ITA) Repsol Honda Team 2'02.630 7. Nicky Hayden (USA) Ducati Marlboro Team 2'02.792 8. Dani Pedrosa (SPA) Repsol Honda Team 2'02.866 9. Mika Kallio (FIN) Pramac Green Team 2'02.987 10. Hector Barbera (SPA) Aspar Team 2'03.030 11. Aleix Espargaro (SPA) Pramac Green Team 2'03.133 12. Ben Spies (USA) Monster Yamaha Tech 3 2'03.142 13. Randy de Puniet (FRA) LCR Honda MotoGP 2'03.456 14. Alvaro Bautista (SPA) Rizla Suzuki MotoGP 2'03.558 15. Marco Simoncelli (ITA) San Carlo Honda Gresini 2'03.609 16. Marco Melandri (ITA) San Carlo Honda Gresini 2'03.609 17. Hiroshi Aoyama (JAP) Interwetten-Honda MotoGP 2'03.651 Sepang: Record Lap C. Stoner (Ducati) 2007, 2'02.108 Sepang: Best Lap V. Rossi (Yamaha) 2009, 2'00.518
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The Fiat Yamaha Team is pleased to announce that it will unveil its final 2010 livery on the morning of the first MotoGP test day in Sepang, Malaysia. Valentino Rossi and Jorge Lorenzo will ride at the test in this new livery. On Thursday 4 February at 9am (CET), studio photography of the 2010 YZR-M1s and of riders Valentino Rossi and Jorge Lorenzo will go live on www.yamaha-racing.com. There will also be video interviews on the site with both riders as well as with Lin Jarvis, Davide Brivio and Wilco Zeelenberg.
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Lap Record: 1'09.187 (Ricky Carmichael , 01/01/2006) Last Years Winner: James Stewart 2010 AMA-SX San Francisco, CA 31/01/2010 Race 1 - 20 Laps Pos. Rider Manu. Nat. Total Time 1 Ryan Villopoto Kawasaki USA 18'12.229 2 Josh Hill Yamaha USA 0'03.885 3 David D Millsaps Honda USA 0'06.328 4 Ryan Dungey Suzuki USA 0'08.563 5 Andrew Short Honda USA 0'22.443 6 Justin Brayton Yamaha USA 0'24.594 7 Ivan Tedesco Yamaha USA 0'25.899 8 Nicholas Wey Kawasaki USA 0'33.298 9 Thomas Hahn Yamaha USA 0'35.101 10 Michael Byrne Yamaha AUS 0'44.732 11 Kevin Windham Honda USA 0'55.550 12 Kyle Chisholm Yamaha USA -1Laps 13 Jason Thomas Suzuki USA -1Laps 14 Cyrille Coulon Kawasaki FRA -1Laps 15 Fabien Izoird Kawasaki FRA -1Laps Â
Rider Standings 30/01/2010 Pos. Rider Manu. Nat. Points 1. Ryan Dungey Suzuki USA 90 2. Josh Hill Yamaha USA 79 3. Ryan Villopoto Kawasaki USA 77 4. Andrew Short Honda USA 68 5. Kevin Windham Honda USA 61 6. David D Millsaps Honda USA 57 7. Ivan Tedesco Yamaha USA 57 8. Justin Brayton Yamaha USA 56 9. James Stewart Yamaha USA 51 10. Thomas Hahn Yamaha USA 42 11. Nicholas Wey Kawasaki USA 38 12. Michael Byrne Yamaha AUS 29 13. Kyle Chisholm Yamaha USA 28 14. Jason Thomas Suzuki USA 22 15. Grant Langston Yamaha RSA 19 23. Jason Lawrence Yamaha USA 4 28. Josh Grant Yamaha USA 1 Â
Manufacturer Standings 30/01/2010 Pos. Manufacturer Points 1. Suzuki 90 2. Yamaha 89 3. Kawasaki 77 4. Honda 74 5. KTM 3
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Motorcycle insurance is compulsory on all public roads because without it the biker will be liable for bodily injury and property damage. Although it’s possible to get cheap motorbike insurance by simply getting Third Party Motorcycle coverage, there are many more options to choose from for better coverage. Types Of Motorcycle Insurance Comprehensive motorcycle insurance, this costs more but offers the most coverage. In the event of an accident, it not only covers both the motorcyclist and their motorcycle but it also covers other people injured by the collision and any damage to their property. Third Party Fire and Theft Motorcycle Insurance is for both fire and theft coverage. In the event of an accident, it also covers you for personal injury, as well as other people who may be injured and their property. However, it does not cover your motorcycle. Third Party Motorcycle Insurance offers basic coverage, excluding fire and theft. Motorbike Insurance Quotes It’s always a great idea to get insurance before you ride your motorbike. Although a motorcycle dealer may offer you a quote, usually these policies are not as good as those you can get from finding an insurance agency on your own because dealerships rarely work with the best insurance companies. In shopping for the best motorcycle insurance, begin by asking your current car and home insurance agent if they also offer motorcycle insurance. Besides asking your current insurer, you can look for motorcycle insurance online, a motorcycle magazine, or the phone book. Incidentally, if you have a Yamaha, do an online search for “Yamaha motorbike insurance†for some great price quotes. Top 5 Questions to Ask an Insurance Provider When seeking an insurance provider, what are some pertinent questions to ask? Here is a quick list of the top five questions you may want to ask your provider to get the best coverage at the lowest premiums. 1. What is the difference between the various types of insurance policies? Your goal is to get a very clear understanding on what is covered and what is not covered under each type of insurance. If you have an older bike, possibly a vintage model, check into the benefits of classic motorcycle insurance. 2. If I get comprehensive insurance, is it enough, or can I get something that is more thorough, covering all possibilities? 3. How do I make claims? 4. What happens to my premiums if I have an accident and need to make a claim? 5. Can I get a package deal by combining my motorcycle insurance with my other insurances and how much will my discount be?
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When your motorcycle breaks down, especially if you are in a remote location, you are not alone if you have excellent motorcycle breakdown cover. First, and perhaps most important, is roadside rescue. Waiting out in the elements after a breakdown, especially in unfamiliar territory, is very unpleasant, to say the least. Most policies for motorcycle breakdown guarantee only a 40 minute wait for a rescue, and most bikes can be fixed roadside. Most classic motorcycle breakdown coverage plans will send a mechanic to you, if you are only a mile or less from home, and fix your bike on the spot. If that cannot be managed, then your bike will be taken to the nearest garage. Motorcycle breakdown cover on a bike that cannot be fixed roadside will ensure that you are not stranded, and that you, your bike, and passengers are taken to a local garage service to repair your bike. The best motorcycle breakdown cover will take you and your party on to your destination or back home, or else put you all up in a hotel. The best motorcycle breakdown cover will insure other drivers on your bike, not just you. This gives you peace of mind when someone else rides your bike. If you yourself drive many different bikes, perhaps it is a good idea to cover yourself as well. If you become injured in a motorcycle accident, some breakdown covers for motorcycles in the UK will even pay to have a driver return your bike to your home. If you are stranded, motorbike breakdown cover can also contribute a fair amount to pay for vehicle hire until your bike is repaired. Key cover can even replace your house keys in the event that they are lost or stolen.
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Whether you are trying to purchase your first bike, add to your current collection, or purchase a bike for the best graduation present for your son or daughter, actually getting the bike involves choosing the right motorbike finance options for you and your budget. Bikes can be a bit pricey, so getting motorbike loans that will help you purchase the bike without breaking the bank and causing you to end up filing bankruptcy is very important. You want a guaranteed motorbike finance that you will understand and that will not cause you several penalties. The first thing you want to do is evaluate your credit rating and figure out what exactly you are scoring these days. You should be fairly aware of your credit score, but with so many influencing factors, your score is always subject to change without your notice. Having an excellent credit score will assist in landing 0% finance deals on motorbikes that will save you hundreds while giving you smaller monthly payment. If you have not so good credit and you still want to buy a motorbike on finance, there are various bad credit loans out there for you, but try improving your credit a bit first. Make sure that when searching for finance deals on motorbikes, you are not afraid to ask a lot of questions. There are no stupid questions other than the ones not asked so ask what you want to know. Chances are if you don’t ask, the lenders will not tell you so ask as many questions needed to give you the best understanding of what you are in for. Several questions would include: • How will this loan affect my credit score and rating? • Will the interest change during my loan term? • Will there be a pay in full request before the end of the term? • What will be the monthly payment? Asking these questions should not be a nuisance on the lender and if they begin to act frustrated, you may want to find another lender, after all they are just giving you the information you need to know about getting the finance for a motorbike. Loans for motorbikes are dependent on, yes, motorbikes. This means you need to make sure you are shopping for the right bike. Getting a brand new bike will obviously call for a higher loan, but this can be done through your credit union or bank very easily if you have good standing. There are many online lenders that specialize in used motorbike finance and will assist in getting the right used motorbike loans. When shopping for loans, remember not to murder your credit score with too many inquiries.
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