Bobby Hewitt sounds like...

That's a good interview. He makes a lot of good points.

He definitely realizes that burning bridges in business get's you stranded with no where to go. It does sound like there's some bitterness about Suzuki blowing their wad on Stewart rather than supporting his team but good on him not to come right out and say it.

He definitely understands the importance of treating the Japanese who have a high context culture with the utmost respect even when things don't seem to go his way. That'll pay off in the long run. I really like how he puts an emphasis on both race team culture and solid business performance as drivers of his teams success. Those two things are important in a business's long term longevity. Great Interview!

I completely didn't think of them. You're probably right or a little of both.

That was pretty epic!

I actually want Davi to win the championship for the good of the team!

Damn good interview. Damn good.

Great Interview!! It's good to see that sometimes the "little guy" or "underdog" does win! I hope Millsaps wins the championship and the other rider's do well also, but even if he doesn't this team is a great program and one to look up to. Good things happen to good people!

I thought it was a very interesting article too. Running it as a business seems like a no brainer, but as he stated, when you're wanting to win, sometimes the budget goes out the window and then you're left with nothing. Seems to have a great business model and hopefully we can get more teams working that way.

I'd also be interested to know what Davi's Championship bonus is...I'm sure it's covered by insurance, but if it isn't, that could play into next year as not many people (including me) thought he would be a serious championship contender. With that said, easier to get more money and support with a championship winning rider on board.

The Gentleman has Class.

It's as simple as that.

Excellent read!! I want BIG results for those guys and Mr. Hewitt now after reading the ethics behind the team.

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Very well written, open, and honest. I commend Mr. Hweitt for the business model he follows. My guess is he'll have the factories beating down his door to get on board for next year (if they aren't already). Best part is... he's proving you can win without factory support.

Maybe MCR could take a page out of his book...

Refreshing to hear from someone who has a clue.

It was a short article and I don't know much more about Mr. Hewitt...but with that said.. one word came to mind:

Integrity.

Fan of this guy after "supercross,behind the dream" .

Well...if they hadn't "blown their wad" they probably wouldn't have been able to sign Stewart in the first place. If you want a championship rider, you have to be prepared to spend championship level money. If Suzuki didn't have any money left...they dropped the ball. They should have had a bigger "wad". Of course, it's not the first time they've done that.

Hewitt sounds like a guy who genuinely gives a hoot about the sport, and his riders. In the business this sport has become...that's a rarity.