What's wrong with the GP11?

[desmoquattro]

Aluminum.

Thank goodness...I think they started making the plastic tanks super thick to deal with the tank expansion problem...sacrificing capacity for longevity. I'm sick of that light coming on at 70 miles

[EvilSteve]

That's my top reason for not wanting a Ducati, the tank size and range. Some people may get tired and want a break at 100 miles, I get pissed off when the light comes on, it really limits my riding. Love just about everything else about my M1100EVO.

Do we have and idea of the actual capacity of other superbike tanks? Most of them are in the 4.5gal range right?

[desmoquattro]

That's my top reason for not wanting a Ducati, the tank size and range. Some people may get tired and want a break at 100 miles, I get pissed off when the light comes on, it really limits my riding. Love just about everything else about my M1100EVO.

Do we have and idea of the actual capacity of other superbike tanks? Most of them are in the 4.5gal range right?

I think they're right around that. I wouldn't mind the 100 mile capacity...provides a perfect break from superbike ergos. If only I could get that far...

[EvilSteve]

lol. <fouryorkshiremen>100 miles? Luxury!</fouryorkshiremen>

I almost wish the EVO was uncomfortable so I didn't want to ride it that far. Only positive is that my wife has an M796 so we have approximately the same range (even the extra 10 or so she gets is annoying though!).

[fastwin]

Interesting look back on what Rossi/Burgess can do if given the right resources and opportunity.

http://www.superbikeplanet.com/2011/Nov/111122m1evolution.htm

[zooom]

Interesting look back on what Rossi/Burgess can do if given the right resources and opportunity.

http://www.superbikeplanet.com/2011/Nov/111122m1evolution.htm

I JUST finished reading that....good piece and I can't wait to see what happens in terms of how much testing goes on before Qatar

[zarn02]

Interesting look back on what Rossi/Burgess can do if given the right resources and opportunity.

http://www.superbikeplanet.com/2011/Nov/111122m1evolution.htm

Good article.

And here's hoping.

[duccarlos]

At least now they will have the whole offseason to try to work things out, instead of the limited testing.

[Drunken Monkey]

At least now they will have the whole offseason to try to work things out, instead of the limited testing.

Yeah.

I have to say I flipped the bozo flag on Stoner when he commented that he didn't like the idea of additional testing. Of course he doesn't like it, since the Hondas are so dominant at the moment.

[zarn02]

I have to say I flipped the bozo flag on Stoner when he commented that he didn't like the idea of additional testing. Of course he doesn't like it, since the Hondas are so dominant at the moment.

"Hmm... if other people are allowed to practice, they might get better. No, I don't like it one bit."

[Jester]

Yeah.

I have to say I flipped the bozo flag on Stoner when he commented that he didn't like the idea of additional testing. Of course he doesn't like it, since the Hondas are so dominant at the moment.

More likely because he'll get roped into doing something for his manufacturer other than racing.  Casey Stoner is like Cole Trickle from Days of Thunder.  "they told me to get in the car and drive, and I could drive."  That's pretty much all he's about. 

[thought]

if rossi/burgess manage to resurrect ducati, i see it as sealing the deal on him being the goat.  taking a bike that everyone thought was crap into a championship winner and then doing it again would be incredible.

[fastwin]

That would be awesome but I'm sticking closer to reality. Keeping my standards high and my expectations low. I think a win here or there and some semi consistent podiums is damn near as good as a championship given how sorted the Hondas and Yamahas are. I don't see the switch to big block motors helping Ducati solve their other problems. But I do like the idea of more testing... and yes, I'm sure Stoner doesn't!

Just hoping 2012 is more interesting than this year. Less carnage would be nice. Also hope the CRT bikes add some flavor and not just act as cannon fodder/grid filler. Time will tell.

[Triple J]

I have to say I flipped the bozo flag on Stoner when he commented that he didn't like the idea of additional testing. Of course he doesn't like it, since the Hondas are so dominant at the moment.

It could be that he just doesn't think it is necessary. Stoner is reportedly very efficient at getting the bike where he likes it, be it a Ducati or a Honda (probably especially the Honda though).

If that's the case, why would he want more testing? Racers will take any advantage...can't blame them.

[EvilSteve]

Racers will take any advantage...can't blame them.

Apparently we can.

I'm in favor of more testing.

Stoner was very off form after the super hot race and then Misano (IIRC), he's probably concerned that the schedule they already have is enough in some cases without adding a bunch of testing on top of it.

I wonder if people would be having the same reaction if Stoner was still at Ducati and dealing with the bike and Rossi was on the M1.