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philG 7/9/2014 2:29pm
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DeDyker is too unreliable too make a long term deal with ... speed is there one day and not the next.. Shaun Simpson ought to get a shot on a better ride , but he likes doing his own thing too much... hence not staying on factory KTM back in the day.

Febvre will be good on a 350 for sure , Karro is fast between crashes , but that only gets you so far.
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Brent 7/9/2014 2:31pm
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I get the feeling DeDyker is out.

Hey he could go in with Philippaerts,

Team would now be known as KDDDP199 Yamaha?
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kiwifan 7/9/2014 10:57pm
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MBR wrote:
Really don't know, but as someone said RV can pick his teammate IF he decides to come over and he would like to have Rattray as...
Really don't know, but as someone said RV can pick his teammate IF he decides to come over and he would like to have Rattray as teammate.
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You assume RV would join a Kawasaki team if he did GP's....be interesting if Honda made a bid to get him
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Based on the fact that he's still under contract with Kawi for 2015, I think it's safe to assume that he will be on one if...
Based on the fact that he's still under contract with Kawi for 2015, I think it's safe to assume that he will be on one if he races, no matter where it is.
Contracts can be brought out you know....not saying it is going to happen, just saying it could
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MBR 7/10/2014 3:16am
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Updated it a bit easier to read format plus added Max Anstie on Bike it Yamaha.

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biker85 7/10/2014 4:18am
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MBR wrote:
Updated it a bit easier to read format plus added Max Anstie on Bike it Yamaha.
anstie and dixon ....

Will Dixon get support from Yamaha in 2015? I have my doubts with the way things are going at the moment.

Don't know if there are teams who wil take the risk to work with Anstie.
2strokerider 7/10/2014 5:11am
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MBR wrote:
Updated it a bit easier to read format plus added Max Anstie on Bike it Yamaha.
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anstie and dixon .... Will Dixon get support from Yamaha in 2015? I have my doubts with the way things are going at the moment. Don't...
anstie and dixon ....

Will Dixon get support from Yamaha in 2015? I have my doubts with the way things are going at the moment.

Don't know if there are teams who wil take the risk to work with Anstie.
questions have to be asked about the dixons mechanic/ engine builders? how many mechanical failures can one team have in a season?!!! was always one of the best teams in the paddock but this year they've had a hell of alot of problems. Looked like they would challenge for the title early on but had nothing but problems since!!! hope they have a better year next year
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Phillips467 7/10/2014 5:47am
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One thing that is quite clear here is that there are too many riders and not enough teams, which is unfortunate. Is there going to be room for riders like Jens Getteman, or even Rui Goncalves and Xavier Boog? In a way it's positive; every team is going to have a great rider, which may help them acquire some more sponsorship. But, I fear for the guys in the second tier.
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Phillips467 wrote:
One thing that is quite clear here is that there are too many riders and not enough teams, which is unfortunate. Is there going to be...
One thing that is quite clear here is that there are too many riders and not enough teams, which is unfortunate. Is there going to be room for riders like Jens Getteman, or even Rui Goncalves and Xavier Boog? In a way it's positive; every team is going to have a great rider, which may help them acquire some more sponsorship. But, I fear for the guys in the second tier.
all part of the problem with guiseppes system! Rider numbers likely to drop even more when these types of riders cant get a ride anymore- probably likely to race in national championships with smaller teams and not bother with gps anymore just like alot of riders do in the maxxis (british champs)

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Phillips467 7/10/2014 6:31am
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Phillips467 wrote:
One thing that is quite clear here is that there are too many riders and not enough teams, which is unfortunate. Is there going to be...
One thing that is quite clear here is that there are too many riders and not enough teams, which is unfortunate. Is there going to be room for riders like Jens Getteman, or even Rui Goncalves and Xavier Boog? In a way it's positive; every team is going to have a great rider, which may help them acquire some more sponsorship. But, I fear for the guys in the second tier.
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all part of the problem with guiseppes system! Rider numbers likely to drop even more when these types of riders cant get a ride anymore- probably...
all part of the problem with guiseppes system! Rider numbers likely to drop even more when these types of riders cant get a ride anymore- probably likely to race in national championships with smaller teams and not bother with gps anymore just like alot of riders do in the maxxis (british champs)

Yep, a real shame. If each factory team starts to run three guys it would help, but some great riders are still going to miss out, and some careers will be cut short.
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Phillips467 wrote:
One thing that is quite clear here is that there are too many riders and not enough teams, which is unfortunate. Is there going to be...
One thing that is quite clear here is that there are too many riders and not enough teams, which is unfortunate. Is there going to be room for riders like Jens Getteman, or even Rui Goncalves and Xavier Boog? In a way it's positive; every team is going to have a great rider, which may help them acquire some more sponsorship. But, I fear for the guys in the second tier.
2strokerider wrote:
all part of the problem with guiseppes system! Rider numbers likely to drop even more when these types of riders cant get a ride anymore- probably...
all part of the problem with guiseppes system! Rider numbers likely to drop even more when these types of riders cant get a ride anymore- probably likely to race in national championships with smaller teams and not bother with gps anymore just like alot of riders do in the maxxis (british champs)

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Yep, a real shame. If each factory team starts to run three guys it would help, but some great riders are still going to miss out...
Yep, a real shame. If each factory team starts to run three guys it would help, but some great riders are still going to miss out, and some careers will be cut short.
I don't follow the GP extremely close (watch a few races, check on points, that type of thing) so I'm not very knowledgeable about the GP teams. With that being said, I've always been curious as to how the travel expenses, budget, etc. stack up for a GP team? Any of you guys that follow the series closely have any idea?
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nicksonfirst 7/10/2014 7:00am
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Last we heard Covington wants to stay in Europe right? Anything going on with him?
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MBR 7/10/2014 11:54am
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I wouldn't be surprised if Covington would get let go after this year. His performance hasn't been too good (17th in points, only missed one race).
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Phillips467 7/10/2014 12:44pm
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MBR wrote:
I wouldn't be surprised if Covington would get let go after this year. His performance hasn't been too good (17th in points, only missed one race).
I think Covington will be there another year, as long as he wants to be. When I spoke to him at the British GP, he was aware that this was a learning year, and history indicates he will be much better next year.
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JonnyDH84 7/10/2014 3:44pm
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MBR wrote:
I wouldn't be surprised if Covington would get let go after this year. His performance hasn't been too good (17th in points, only missed one race).
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I think Covington will be there another year, as long as he wants to be. When I spoke to him at the British GP, he was...
I think Covington will be there another year, as long as he wants to be. When I spoke to him at the British GP, he was aware that this was a learning year, and history indicates he will be much better next year.
this they would be stupid to get rid of him it was always supposed to be a learning year lot of pressure on the kid next season though.
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kiwifan 7/10/2014 4:18pm
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So looks like Honda going hard after Herlings for 2016 then, given thats when his contract is up with KTM. Makes sense too, going to be interesting to see how fast that dude goes on a 450.
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Brent 7/10/2014 6:07pm
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MBR wrote:
I wouldn't be surprised if Covington would get let go after this year. His performance hasn't been too good (17th in points, only missed one race).
Not as long as Mr. Covington hands over those big Monster Energy cheques (notice the euro spelling)...
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Old Mate 7/10/2014 7:01pm
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Wouldnt mind seeing me young bloke on Kawa 450 ride over there, last AMA 450 moto that he rode one he came 2nd and has ridden one to 1st in 3 of the last 4 aussie nats motos over the guy who beat Todd Waters last year to win the Aus title. Just saying, lol that id like to see it.

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Andy McKinstry 7/11/2014 8:28am
7/11/2014 8:28am
Yamaha going to have a team mate for jeremy next year, could be bobryshev...
Honda have spoke to guillod and zaragotha to be gajer's team mate..
Jonass in talks with Factory ktm..
It seems tonkov will stay with husky, they also want guillod i think.
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MBR 7/11/2014 12:11pm
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I think Guillod is too old for Honda, since in recent interview Mr Gariboldi said that they want someone young (even younger than Gajser) for team. So Zaragotha can be quite good guess.
Andy McKinstry 7/13/2014 5:46am
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I think Guillod is too old for Honda, since in recent interview Mr Gariboldi said that they want someone young (even younger than Gajser) for team...
I think Guillod is too old for Honda, since in recent interview Mr Gariboldi said that they want someone young (even younger than Gajser) for team. So Zaragotha can be quite good guess.
Yeah probably, then guillod could go to husky.
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philG 7/13/2014 6:33am
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8 riders having to go out of MX2 makes Covington worth taking money off.. the proper good guys will have the pick of the rides , but after those 4 or 5 , finding someone with talent and money is a bonus.
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tek14 7/13/2014 9:04am
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Max Nagl to Husqvarna. They might have 3 riders and one of them Tom Waters.

Kawasaki waiting info about Villopotos doctors and Paulin will take Nagl Honda.

Yamaha will have second rider Shaun Simpson(not confirmed yet)

Tixier will go to CLS Kawasaki and Paul Jonas will take his seat.

This was talk in pits at GP of Finland.

Seems only place for Searle is now STR KTM.

There were also Bengtsson from Sweden KTM 350f who did run fastest qualifing time and was in top 6 both races untill faded little at the end. This was his second race so i would take him to my team anytime.
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Max Nagl to Husqvarna. They might have 3 riders and one of them Tom Waters. Kawasaki waiting info about Villopotos doctors and Paulin will take Nagl...
Max Nagl to Husqvarna. They might have 3 riders and one of them Tom Waters.

Kawasaki waiting info about Villopotos doctors and Paulin will take Nagl Honda.

Yamaha will have second rider Shaun Simpson(not confirmed yet)

Tixier will go to CLS Kawasaki and Paul Jonas will take his seat.

This was talk in pits at GP of Finland.

Seems only place for Searle is now STR KTM.

There were also Bengtsson from Sweden KTM 350f who did run fastest qualifing time and was in top 6 both races untill faded little at the end. This was his second race so i would take him to my team anytime.
Thanks.

But I don't see Searle going for 2015 with a "second choice" team yet.
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Crush 7/13/2014 5:52pm
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philG wrote:
DeDyker is too unreliable too make a long term deal with ... speed is there one day and not the next.. Shaun Simpson ought to get...
DeDyker is too unreliable too make a long term deal with ... speed is there one day and not the next.. Shaun Simpson ought to get a shot on a better ride , but he likes doing his own thing too much... hence not staying on factory KTM back in the day.

Febvre will be good on a 350 for sure , Karro is fast between crashes , but that only gets you so far.
Shocker. Brit thinks Simpson should get a ride.

haha....

I'm surprised Frossard is supposedly quiet. He's been alright this year hasn't he?
mattktmhall 7/13/2014 11:30pm
7/13/2014 11:30pm
Why shouldn't Simpson get a ride he's a constant top 10 rider great out of the gate and gives 110% every race he deserves a good ride
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JonnyDH84 7/13/2014 11:52pm
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mattktmhall wrote:
Why shouldn't Simpson get a ride he's a constant top 10 rider great out of the gate and gives 110% every race he deserves a good...
Why shouldn't Simpson get a ride he's a constant top 10 rider great out of the gate and gives 110% every race he deserves a good ride
while I agree simpson should have a ride him getting a better ride than searle I dont see happening in a million years.
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JonnyDH84 7/13/2014 11:55pm
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not much of the speculation in this thread seems to have solid foundations I dont think anyone really knows who is going where at this point.
mattktmhall 7/13/2014 11:57pm
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I don't see him doing either but he should I think he is the best rider we have in the UK searles starts are shocking
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mccread 7/14/2014 1:58am
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Searle will probably go to Kawi if RV doesn't or get the second factory Honda ride? I can't see him on a second tier team just yet, but next year is a big year for him. He has to start performing and getting podiums.

Where is Bobby going next year? I'm surprised he or Frossard won't get the second factory Yamaha slot.

The talent in MXGP next year is scary.

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