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Offline dusterdude

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Isle of man 2013
« on: June 25, 2013, 08:32:56 AM »
Ive been watching my taped isle of man races,and i wanted to get some thoughts on why honda seems to do so well there.although honda does well in moto gp,they dont seem to be that dominant in other forms of racing.am i wrong?and what are your thoughts.
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Offline simon#42

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Re: Isle of man 2013
« Reply #1 on: June 25, 2013, 10:35:19 AM »
the fireblade is now an old model , compared to the kawasaki bmw and aprilia it is lacking in all departments . at the iom however this isn't that important , the bikes dont need to have razor sharp handling and huge power outputs. an easy to ride well balanced bike is what is required and this is exactly what the honda is .on top of that honda hired the two best riders and put them in the most professional best run team in the paddock .

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Re: Isle of man 2013
« Reply #2 on: June 25, 2013, 07:23:44 PM »
That would seem to be the case,thanks for your input
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Offline Terry in Australia

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Re: Isle of man 2013
« Reply #3 on: June 26, 2013, 03:16:10 AM »
Yep, I think Honda has more money than anyone else Dusty, and as the old saying goes, "What wins on the track on Sunday, wins in the showroom on Monday". Cheers, Terry. ;D
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Re: Isle of man 2013
« Reply #4 on: June 26, 2013, 07:14:39 PM »
That could be true sheriff,it just makes you think of the possibilities
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1972 k1 750
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1 1/2 gl1100 goldwings
1998 cbr600 f3