Yamaha recently relaunched its efforts during a crucial two-day test session in Valencia, with Fabio Quartararo and Alex Rins on the handlebars. After a rainy test in Mugello, the team was hoping for an improvement in weather conditions. However, the sky once again played a nasty trick on Iwata's men, leaving them in the pouring rain.
The attempts to Yamaha to obtain valuable data during this private test were largely compromised by bad weather. alex rins shared images on social media depicting their unsuccessful efforts to test the M1 in Valencia. This is the second time that bad weather has ruined a private test for Yamaha, the first being at Mugello. These setbacks mean that Yamaha was unable to take full advantage of the additional testing days allowed by the new concession rules.
The new aerodynamic parts recently introduced by Yamaha could not be tested significantly on Monday due to rain. “ Only a few laps before the rain arrives ", confirmed. Despite this setback, Yamaha has another day of testing planned in Valencia this Tuesday.
fabio quartararo, frustrated by the limited testing time on dry ground at Mugello, however, remains optimistic. “ We had a lot of pieces to test, but we couldn't do it. The weather didn't help us “, he declared, referring to his 14th place after only fifteen laps in Italy. Despite the humid conditions, Quarterly managed to gather valuable data, focusing on traction control and reducing slip exiting corners.
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- Alex Rins (@ Rins42) June 10, 2024
Alex Rins: “ it is crucial for Yamaha to return to the track and test the new parts in optimal conditions »
« It was a shame not to be able to ride in the dry, but we made the most of the wet conditions. I did a lot of laps to understand the traction control and reduce slippage coming out of corners. Despite the rain, it was a positive test “, he noted.
For its part, alex rins, who finished 7th in the Mugello test, also highlighted the importance of these tests in Valencia. “ It is crucial for us to get back on the track and test the new parts in optimal conditions ", did he declare. Both drivers are looking forward to using this test to improve their performance and prepare for upcoming races.
With a three-week break in the calendar MotoGP due to the postponement of the Grand Prix Kazakhstan, Yamaha benefits from a valuable window to focus on development. This testing session is vital for Quarterly et Kidneys as they look to fine-tune their bikes and strengthen their competitiveness for the remainder of the season.