MotoGP vs WSBK… A confrontation that we thought belonged to the past since the two categories were brought together under the same roof at Dorna. And yet, in Jerez, the absence of the big names from the Grand Prix during joint tests where the Superbike World Champion was present caused trouble with a timesheet putting a Kawasaki from the series ahead of the prototypes. The Pirelli tires had nothing to do with it, but we must also recognize that the world bikes are not just machines that came out of the dealership.
As for the direct comparison on the same route, what could be better than going with Aprilia? The adventure of the Noale firm began at the top of the Grands Prix with its world champion RSV4 as a base in the other paddock. Since then, we have had the RS-GP, whileEugene Laverty returned to the Italian manufacturer to find this RSV4 which he will have to lead to the WSBK title in 2017.
The Irishman is also a test rider for the RS-GP and he comes out of a Ducati period with Asparagus. So much so that when he gives his opinion on the two worlds after testing in Valencia, we say to ourselves that he is of quality. And he gave this opinion on crash.net.
Verdict? “ Power is the major difference between the two bikes, but with a Superbike you can brake pretty damn hard. From the middle of the corner until its exit, a MotoGP will be stronger but I was very surprised to catch up with them at the entrance to the curves with the RSV4 ».
« It's not just thanks to the Pirellis. You'll really have to brake like a lumberjack with these Superbikes. Furthermore, I expected to find a more imposing bike, less reactive even though the sensations are ultimately quite similar to those with MotoGP. The Superbike is easier because it is less powerful, but on a track like Valencia, you have to spit in your gloves to make the time. The power and tires are different, but it's still a real racing bike ».
