Tomac to Yamaha?

Kennyfreemoney 5/4/2021 9:08pm
5/4/2021 9:08pm
TXDirt wrote:
Seems early to sign when he has a whole outdoor series to do still on the KX. I mean if Yamaha just throws money at you...
Seems early to sign when he has a whole outdoor series to do still on the KX.

I mean if Yamaha just throws money at you then sure. But it’s definitely the last bike/team anyone wants to ride for.
Sully wrote:
RC went undefeated on the CRF after signing with Suzuki.
And Roczen won the title on the Suzuki after signing with Honda
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lostboy819 5/4/2021 9:11pm
5/4/2021 9:11pm
Monte122 wrote:
but why ?? somebody please explain
ButteryWaffles wrote:
No secret that Kawi likes to dump their top riders regardless of championships.
As does Honda. Wink
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jorgechavez 5/4/2021 9:20pm
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soggy wrote:
You jumped to so many conclusions in this it’s mind boggling. these guys shouldn’t make as much money as they possibly can? Gtfo
jorgechavez wrote:
I didn't post that nor did I insinuate that in the slightest.. and you're accusing me of jumping to conclusions.
soggy wrote:
Your first conclusion is they offered him more money. How do you know that? maybe Kawi didn’t make him another offer, or it was only for...
Your first conclusion is they offered him more money. How do you know that? maybe Kawi didn’t make him another offer, or it was only for one year and he wanted 2. You then assume he doesn’t have as much desire to win because he might be switching teams for more money. Yea I’m pretty sure you jumped to conclusions
I'll admit I definitely jumped to conclusions with his intentions, but in my defense I don't think anyone looks at the Yamaha as a lateral move equipment wise over any other bike except the Suzuki. I have no issue with him getting paid as much as he can, it's an extremely dangerous sport and they have a small window to make a living at it, do what you have to do.

Selfishly though, as someone who is a big fan of Eli's and have enjoyed watching him compete at the highest level, I can't help but be somewhat disappointed as I do not believe this will be a positive move results wise.

Who knows, I'll happily be proven wrong.
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tomlopez 5/4/2021 9:23pm
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Whatever he does, I hope it improves his situation. Tomac fan or not, I think we can all agree that his "beast mode" rides over the past 3-4 years have been some of the best dirt bike riding we've seen in recent memory, and it would be fun to see it again. And not just once or twice a season like this year.
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KurtJ99 5/4/2021 9:49pm
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I’d like to see him back on a Honda. He had some unreal rides in MX before injuring his shoulders.
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toomanykaws 5/4/2021 9:56pm
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RV didn’t sound so happy at Kaw in 14’. Maybe not the environment that gels with all riders at that level in the long run.
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Boomslang 5/4/2021 10:02pm
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This silly season is about to get real silly. Should Tomac move then the game of musical chairs will get into full swing.
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ctbale 5/4/2021 10:10pm
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Holeshots?

Gas Gas would make more sense, bambam and the beast.....
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TheGetFresh 5/4/2021 10:12pm
5/4/2021 10:12pm
jorgechavez wrote:
I'll admit I definitely jumped to conclusions with his intentions, but in my defense I don't think anyone looks at the Yamaha as a lateral move...
I'll admit I definitely jumped to conclusions with his intentions, but in my defense I don't think anyone looks at the Yamaha as a lateral move equipment wise over any other bike except the Suzuki. I have no issue with him getting paid as much as he can, it's an extremely dangerous sport and they have a small window to make a living at it, do what you have to do.

Selfishly though, as someone who is a big fan of Eli's and have enjoyed watching him compete at the highest level, I can't help but be somewhat disappointed as I do not believe this will be a positive move results wise.

Who knows, I'll happily be proven wrong.
To be clear, you’re stating the star Yamaha is on par with a Suzuki?
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KennyT 5/4/2021 10:14pm
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Lineman25 wrote:
If he goes two years he might win one race on the thing.
3 of the top 8 in the SX point standings were on Yamahas. Since those 3 riders are not top 5 talent are the blue bikes not on par with the other makes?
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nytsmaC 5/4/2021 10:15pm
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If Tomac wants out at Kawi it would be a great time for Suzuki to release a next gen RMZ and write him a fat cheque.
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kylemenz1 5/4/2021 10:26pm
5/4/2021 10:26pm
Isn’t Star moving to Florida to the GOAT Farm? Tomac seems pretty happy up in the mountains. I’m sure any team would work around wherever he wants to live, but testing seems a bit harder.
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jorgechavez 5/4/2021 10:35pm
5/4/2021 10:35pm
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To be clear, you’re stating the star Yamaha is on par with a Suzuki?
No that's not what I said. I said that I believe the general consensus is that the Yamaha is not an upgrade over any bike besides the Suzuki. I am not saying that is fact, I'm sure it's a very capable bike even at the pro level but that is the impression I get.
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levimx22 5/4/2021 10:40pm
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deluxeman wrote:
Does anyone really know if this story is factual? You all know Matthes is the CNN of moto?
but what if youre wrong? Whistling steve is a reputable source imo. id trust his word over most.
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outerlimits 5/4/2021 10:43pm
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kylemenz1 wrote:
Isn’t Star moving to Florida to the GOAT Farm? Tomac seems pretty happy up in the mountains. I’m sure any team would work around wherever he...
Isn’t Star moving to Florida to the GOAT Farm? Tomac seems pretty happy up in the mountains. I’m sure any team would work around wherever he wants to live, but testing seems a bit harder.
They must allow a little leeway there as JMart practiced most of the off season in California, but not with the rest of the Yamaha guys.
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TeamGreen 5/4/2021 10:48pm
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kylemenz1 wrote:
Isn’t Star moving to Florida to the GOAT Farm? Tomac seems pretty happy up in the mountains. I’m sure any team would work around wherever he...
Isn’t Star moving to Florida to the GOAT Farm? Tomac seems pretty happy up in the mountains. I’m sure any team would work around wherever he wants to live, but testing seems a bit harder.
outerlimits wrote:
They must allow a little leeway there as JMart practiced most of the off season in California, but not with the rest of the Yamaha guys.
JMart has been in CA or CO...?

Asking for a friend.
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outerlimits 5/4/2021 10:52pm
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kylemenz1 wrote:
Isn’t Star moving to Florida to the GOAT Farm? Tomac seems pretty happy up in the mountains. I’m sure any team would work around wherever he...
Isn’t Star moving to Florida to the GOAT Farm? Tomac seems pretty happy up in the mountains. I’m sure any team would work around wherever he wants to live, but testing seems a bit harder.
outerlimits wrote:
They must allow a little leeway there as JMart practiced most of the off season in California, but not with the rest of the Yamaha guys.
TeamGreen wrote:
JMart has been in CA or CO...?

Asking for a friend.
Maybe both, but he seemed to do quite a bit of training in CA as well. There were a number of videos floating around with him and Carson Mumford.
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Radical 5/4/2021 11:15pm
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If Forkner is moving up next year for outdoors, then it's a good move for Kawi.
He's already said that he's racing 250 for SX 2022.
Forkner + Cianciarulo is a good team.

A change of scenery is probably good for Tomac too.
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mxracer666 5/4/2021 11:46pm
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Radical wrote:
If Forkner is moving up next year for outdoors, then it's a good move for Kawi. He's already said that he's racing 250 for SX 2022...
If Forkner is moving up next year for outdoors, then it's a good move for Kawi.
He's already said that he's racing 250 for SX 2022.
Forkner + Cianciarulo is a good team.

A change of scenery is probably good for Tomac too.
No. Way. Is. Forkner. ready. for. a. 450. No disrespect, but he can't keep a 250 on 2 wheels.
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kiwifan 5/4/2021 11:47pm
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Wow, massive if true, I hope he does well.
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WCRider 5/4/2021 11:48pm
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Good news if it is true. He needs some changes as El Hombre.
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Radical 5/4/2021 11:50pm
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Radical wrote:
If Forkner is moving up next year for outdoors, then it's a good move for Kawi. He's already said that he's racing 250 for SX 2022...
If Forkner is moving up next year for outdoors, then it's a good move for Kawi.
He's already said that he's racing 250 for SX 2022.
Forkner + Cianciarulo is a good team.

A change of scenery is probably good for Tomac too.
mxracer666 wrote:
No. Way. Is. Forkner. ready. for. a. 450. No disrespect, but he can't keep a 250 on 2 wheels.
I agree, but that's what he says is the plan.
Evidently, he was supposed to move up for SX in 2022, but is staying down this coming year.
We'll see what happens.
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Front242 5/5/2021 12:06am
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wow i'm flashed right now Shocked
but excited too....yeah a new blue tomahawk is flighing around the track's
TheGetFresh 5/5/2021 12:12am
5/5/2021 12:12am
TheGetFresh wrote:
To be clear, you’re stating the star Yamaha is on par with a Suzuki?
jorgechavez wrote:
No that's not what I said. I said that I believe the general consensus is that the Yamaha is not an upgrade over any bike besides...
No that's not what I said. I said that I believe the general consensus is that the Yamaha is not an upgrade over any bike besides the Suzuki. I am not saying that is fact, I'm sure it's a very capable bike even at the pro level but that is the impression I get.
“I don't think anyone looks at the Yamaha as a lateral move equipment wise over any other bike except the Suzuki“

You said it was a lateral move to the Suzuki.
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Who goes to Kawasaki? Mookie, Andersson?
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Question 5/5/2021 12:39am
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Radical wrote:
If Forkner is moving up next year for outdoors, then it's a good move for Kawi. He's already said that he's racing 250 for SX 2022...
If Forkner is moving up next year for outdoors, then it's a good move for Kawi.
He's already said that he's racing 250 for SX 2022.
Forkner + Cianciarulo is a good team.

A change of scenery is probably good for Tomac too.

If so, that may open a SX ride only then. Who could it be ? Mookie !
inthebadboycorner 5/5/2021 12:45am
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jridout12 wrote:
Anderson to Kawi possibly then? Forkners definitely not ready to move up yet
I agree, I don't think Forkner is ready for 450,s yet.
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If this happens, I think it’s a great indicator of just how serious Star is at being an elite team and succeeding where the factory Yamaha team failed.
As for Tomac, it may be a good rejuvenation at this stage of his career.
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deluxeman wrote:
Does anyone really know if this story is factual? You all know Matthes is the CNN of moto?
Langhammx wrote:
You can Bet on it
Are you still betting AP stays at Yamaha like you said in another thread?
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