Stefan Bradl is undoubtedly the most sought-after test rider in the MotoGP paddock. Because he officiates at Honda, a manufacturer for the moment orphaned by its leader Marc Marquez, still convalescing. He is therefore freelancing and will be on the go again this weekend in Aragon. A significant amount of driving time which now allows him to get to grips with the new RC213V very well. And she has a flaw that he exposes. A pitfall which would even handicap, according to him, the great Marc Marquez himself…
Stefan bradl engaged in a transparent analysis of his mount RC213V. And it is interesting because it highlights the ordeal of the pilots Honda Right now. In question, the new tire Michelin rear, and in this sense, it completely matches the expertise of a Andrea Dovizioso who constantly repeats that this gum is the source of all his ills. But unlike Ducati, in Honda, everyone is affected, because it is the motorcycle that suffers.
The German explains thus: “ we cannot use 100% of the potential of new tires. We basically cannot exploit the potential of a new rear tire », assures the former Moto2 World Champion. “ We know that in qualifying or at the start of the race, when the potential of the new tire is 100%, we cannot use 100% of this potential. We start at about 85 percent and then it goes down. Opponents start at 100 or 95% and then have the same drop. This is why we are missing precious tenths of a second ».
“Marc Marquez would also have his problems”
However, Stefan bradl also notes that the pilots coming from Moto2 fit this new rear tire better Michelin . In this sense, it is entirely in line with the observation made by Gigi Dall'Igna from home Ducati : " basically, the young riders who come from Moto2 are all very motivated. I notice they have a short learning curve and they learn the MotoGP business very quickly. Electronic support systems certainly help. But also the young pilots quickly become friends with the new class ».
It's not only a question of learning with the new tires, but certainly also the opportunity to enjoy simpler and easier prototypes for young drivers. “ Yamaha and Suzuki offer good bikes to rookies, even at KTM beginners are now doing very well ».
But there is one slight exception… “ The Honda is not an easy bike for newcomers, now you can see it with Alex too. Once you get the hang of it, you can be competitive with Honda. But the Honda is not the most competitive bike at the moment " concluded Stefan bradl on speedweek to Günther Wiesinger. “ I think Marc would have his problems too now ».
It will be recalled thatAlex Marquez finished second from last Grand Prix of France. But to get there, the track had to be wet and it had to be covered with rain tires...
