It is on the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli that the “Gran Premio di San Marino e della Riviera di Rimini” will take place this weekend. This circuit is 4,200 km long, 14 m wide, includes 6 left turns and 10 right turns, and its longest straight line measures 530 m.
According to Santi Hernandez, the person in charge of the motorcycle Marc Marquez, « We know we still have problems at Misano. This is why it was very good this year to test before the Grand Prix. This way we were able to find a base for the race weekend. However, as always, this also depends heavily on the weather and conditions."
To Silvano Galbussera, chief mechanic of Valentino Rossi unfortunately package, “There are fast corners, difficult braking zones and lots of changes of direction. Also quick directional changes. This is why the rider needs a lot of feeling at the front wheel. »
According to Giulio Nava, chief mechanic at Aprilia for Sam Lowes, « Due to the numerous changes of direction and sharp turns, the driver requires a lot of agility. Also, you need a lot of grip in order to be able to stop my bike in slow corners and to be able to accelerate. The most important thing, in my opinion, is stability during braking and acceleration. By going this direction you will sacrifice something in the fast corners, but you can gain more in the other sectors. »
To Mark Rigamonti, who officiates for Andrea Iannone at Suzuki, “ In fast corners, drivers need a lot of front feeling. In these sections, however, the front is very light, so you generally need more front weight than on other circuits. »
Photos: San Marino 2016 (© Michelin)
Source: motogp.com
