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Since we are digging deep and going way back in time for a fill in rider, my vote is for Rick Melon. If he could take that Frankenstein to victory surely he can make the Kawasaki work #winnerstakeall #pradoissoft
Talk is cheap. Do we know Honda has a 450 option in the offer?
Honda most likely dumps Hunter after next year. The team can't afford both Lawrence salaries for much longer unless they totally dump the 250 program.
Agreed. Also, Hunter deserves to be a number 1 rider on a team.
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Fuck it, if they want a younger kid to develop into a 450 guy and none of the existing PC guys want to move up, just send Temmerman out there. He'd fare better than Masterpool in SX like some people keep suggesting.
Nope. Both guys extended their contracts.
Weege mentioned it this summer. It just hasn't been announced.
He really does. But he won't get that opportunity soon. Unless Triumph makes him an offer. Ducati is locked and I haven't heard anything from Triumph's 450 riders.
"the team can't afford....."
Honda can afford Any level of payment required to retain a Motocross rider / riders.
It's utter peanuts compared to their other outlays.
But, Honda have shown, over many, many years, that they will believe, eventually, that 'they' don't need a rider / riders, it's all down to their machines prowess..........
Understand - the money they spend on MX and SX etc, is Not about selling , what is, in the grand scheme of things for their sales of 'product', a paltry number of competition level Dirt Bikes, it's about promoting the Brand, Honda, and All of their myriad range of products.
Call up Blake Bagget
Do separate deals for SX and MX. get someone like JH46 or Shane for SX, someone versatile and consistent. Then do something with Guillod, Coldenhoff, etc for MX. that way you can get the outdoor testing started early to help Chase.
Honda won't "dump" Hunter. But...I believe, no matter the love he has for his brother and father, he's seen that he can win races but knows he will always be in Jett's shadow if they're on the same team. I agree with kage that Hunter is good enough to be the #1 rider on any OEM factory team in the paddock. It wouldn't surprise me if he jumped from HRC Honda in 2027 all on his own.
Fully agree with this train of thought. It actually seems to be a more common situation nowadays. I also agree with what someone said earlier about Marchbanks not entertaining a one year deal. He definitely deserves a 2 year home but I don't think Kawi is ready for that. Guillod is going to be a SOLID pick up for somebody. He won't embarrass himself in SX but come outdoors that dude rips.
What about Justin Hill for SX and Coldenhoff or Guillod for outdoors? No offence to Glenn or Valentin but I can’t see either of them staying healthy for a full SX season unfortunately.
Edit: looks like someone suggested this just a few posts up. Guess I should read the whole thread before posting lol.
It was well known that his preference would've been to stay in the US. The Kawi seat wasn't open at decision time. If it was, I think they easily go with Tom. Who would've been a better fit for the seat? Besides maybe Jo who isn't taking it
Too bad Hunter isn't moving on now. Chase and Hunter on Kawi would be a dynamic duo. My guess is Kawi will look for a short-term rider and make a push for either Hunter or Joe when available.
I like Coldenhoff for the ride outdoors, but he doesn't seem to fit the criteria... Not young, not upcoming, etc.
Where's Ferrandis going ?
I wouldn't be as sure as you are that his preference was to stay in USA...
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TLD Ducati.
Jo's earned a 450 ride based on his skills, not because of his race.
Could Barcia be a candidate ? he said that he did not had anything signed yet. i would do a 1 year deal with him and then take kitchen next year.
He's going to TLD Ducati.
Could package him up with Mookie and get a two for one deal. BOGO. Lawrence's vs Stewart's, the ultimate showdown. Feld would love it. I think there is some merit to it.
Luke Clout SX Only deal
that's not official yet
And if they do, is it just one year? Because what does just one year on a 450 do for Jo? I had someone tell me in another discussion, Lars said they will make room for him you idiot. Ok, lets see if Jo gets a deal with a coupke years on a 450
Exactly. Jo needs to be looking for a secure seat with a lengthy tenure, stability and commitment.
And it looks as if The Hunters are red for life & Honda are very satisfied with that.
If I was Jo, I’d be wary of putting all my eggs in the red basket after 2026.
Within 2-3 years I wouldn't be surprised to see Jett, Hunter, and Jo on their "own" team program with Honda supplying works bikes- but they do their own team sponsor deals. Kind of like what Chad Reed did but with multiple riders and factory bikes.
Seems like Hunter and Jett want to stay together, and they love Jo, Honda may or may not be open to 3 450 riders salaries but if they do their own deals as a team package could be a more lucrative scenario for all involved. Or not, I don't know shit.
And if so, let Guillod race Daytona!
Ducati with Barcia?
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