Lorenzo’s Bike – Casey Stoner participated in the World Ducati Week last weekend at Misano. The Australian champion showed up and run with the new 1299 Panigale S Anniversario. However, he also spoke about Moto GP and his future.
The press wanted to know if Ducati asked him to develop a motorcycle for the new star of the Red team, Jorge Lorenzo. Stoner replied that it is better to have balance motorcycle and not a bike born only for one pilot. “If the bike feels good. It is well balanced. It’s easier for every style of riding.” said Stoner about Lorenzo’s bike. The Desmosedici GP hasn’t far from being on par with the best bike in Moto GP. The Lorenzo’s arrival is very important to bridge the gap.
Lorenzo’s Bike could be very interesting
Although he did not show anything about the new ideas of Ducati for Jorge Lorenzo. Stoner says that he knows what the Lorenzo’s bike will must have. “There are some similarities in the driving style of Rossi and Lorenzo. However, the two pilots are fast in different ways.” added Stoner. Now, with aerodynamic winglets prohibited by 2017, it is very interesting to see how the bike will develop by Casey Stoner.
Stoner also said that the Desmosedici GP is not showing its full potential. So, the Ducati Team will test the bike’s improvement. “There is a lot to improve.” said Casey. The Desmosedici has good brakes, stability and a good engine. However, the average speed during the race must be improved. Casey Stoner confirmed that he will not have a wild card to go on the track in Moto GP this year. The Ducati rider wants to focus only on the development of the bike. He doesn’t want to return to the track along with a possible. Although the Ducati people acclaim him loudly.
Source: Autoevolution
