Is JGR on the phone to Chad Reed right now?

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aeffertz 12/2/2019 9:35am
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Davalos is on a Team Tedder KTM for 2020 SX.
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Dougy1 12/2/2019 10:02am
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Boomslang wrote:
From a marketing / publicity point of view Reed's farewell is a no - brainer for JGR. Reed is wildly popular and with generate big attention...
From a marketing / publicity point of view Reed's farewell is a no - brainer for JGR. Reed is wildly popular and with generate big attention for JGR.

I would go with Reed. Each city gets the fairwell from Reed and JGR can piggy back by inviting potential outside sponsors.
Is really wheeling out a guy who’s retiring and most likely be running out of the top 10 at least a few times, if he manages to do the whole season going to really attract sponsors..
I honestly believe their unfortunately a poison chalice through no fault of their own ..just terrible luck.
Only way forward out of their funky rut is at the end of next season switch brands for that team .
JGR team gas gas or Sherco Both be ktm’s by then probably.
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Boomslang 12/2/2019 10:17am
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Boomslang wrote:
From a marketing / publicity point of view Reed's farewell is a no - brainer for JGR. Reed is wildly popular and with generate big attention...
From a marketing / publicity point of view Reed's farewell is a no - brainer for JGR. Reed is wildly popular and with generate big attention for JGR.

I would go with Reed. Each city gets the fairwell from Reed and JGR can piggy back by inviting potential outside sponsors.
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Is really wheeling out a guy who’s retiring and most likely be running out of the top 10 at least a few times, if he manages...
Is really wheeling out a guy who’s retiring and most likely be running out of the top 10 at least a few times, if he manages to do the whole season going to really attract sponsors..
I honestly believe their unfortunately a poison chalice through no fault of their own ..just terrible luck.
Only way forward out of their funky rut is at the end of next season switch brands for that team .
JGR team gas gas or Sherco Both be ktm’s by then probably.
It's not just any ol guy. It's Chad Reed...the last of the big three era.

Fan queuing will be a testament to how popular he is and some creative marketing thrown in will be huge.

If I ran JGR I'll have Reed in the office first thing in the morning.
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Francis377 12/2/2019 10:25am
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Reed still being a huge draw for sponsors is up for debate. What's not up for debate is that if things aren't going well, he will start talking shit on your bike and team (maybe rightfully so) and I'm sure that's something any one who may consider hiring him will have to think about. JGR really deserves a break, I dont think Reed would be that good for them.
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Francis377 wrote:
Reed still being a huge draw for sponsors is up for debate. What's not up for debate is that if things aren't going well, he will...
Reed still being a huge draw for sponsors is up for debate. What's not up for debate is that if things aren't going well, he will start talking shit on your bike and team (maybe rightfully so) and I'm sure that's something any one who may consider hiring him will have to think about. JGR really deserves a break, I dont think Reed would be that good for them.
I tend to agree...and I don’t think JGR could afford what Reed would ask for to break ties with his current sponsors and go back to a bike that arguably doesn’t work as well as the JGR Suzuki.
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Motofinne 12/2/2019 10:30am
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aeffertz wrote:
Davalos is on a Team Tedder KTM for 2020 SX.
And i would stick with that program if i'm Davalos and JGR calls him. Tedder has had KTM factory services engines and suspension, the equipment will be good on team Tedder.
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Ray_MXS 12/2/2019 1:14pm
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I would say that the fact that Chad still hasn't spoken out about how bad the Suzuki was, it was probably a darn good bike. Even so, I doubt we'll see him on a yellow bike.
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As much as i like Reed and have loved/hated watching him race over the years, its time. Time for him to enjoy the legacy he has created and walk out while he still can, under his own power. Line up at A-1 to get the record, have a kick ass send out video to play in opening ceremonies, race the night, and then listen to the roar of the crowd as they send you off...…and close the curtains.


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haydos25 12/2/2019 2:28pm
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As much as i like Reed and have loved/hated watching him race over the years, its time. Time for him to enjoy the legacy he has...
As much as i like Reed and have loved/hated watching him race over the years, its time. Time for him to enjoy the legacy he has created and walk out while he still can, under his own power. Line up at A-1 to get the record, have a kick ass send out video to play in opening ceremonies, race the night, and then listen to the roar of the crowd as they send you off...…and close the curtains.


I'm sure he'll take your opinion on board when he makes the decision.

I hope you'll be just as open to critique from people you've never met when it comes time to decide how and when you finish up your lifes work, whatever that may be.
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Motox627! 12/2/2019 2:39pm
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As much as i like Reed and have loved/hated watching him race over the years, its time. Time for him to enjoy the legacy he has...
As much as i like Reed and have loved/hated watching him race over the years, its time. Time for him to enjoy the legacy he has created and walk out while he still can, under his own power. Line up at A-1 to get the record, have a kick ass send out video to play in opening ceremonies, race the night, and then listen to the roar of the crowd as they send you off...…and close the curtains.


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I'm sure he'll take your opinion on board when he makes the decision. I hope you'll be just as open to critique from people you've never...
I'm sure he'll take your opinion on board when he makes the decision.

I hope you'll be just as open to critique from people you've never met when it comes time to decide how and when you finish up your lifes work, whatever that may be.
And chime the Chad Reed f-boys when any one says anything about their beloved Mr. Reed...…… Whistling

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haydos25 12/2/2019 2:48pm
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And chime the Chad Reed f-boys when any one says anything about their beloved Mr. Reed...…… Whistling

Far from it. But its just funny how people seem to feel they always know best when it comes to the personal affairs of others. Whether its when they retire or how they spend their money.

Its nobody's business how he ends his career, why are people getting so bent out of shape about it.
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Motox627! 12/2/2019 2:52pm
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And chime the Chad Reed f-boys when any one says anything about their beloved Mr. Reed...…… Whistling

haydos25 wrote:
Far from it. But its just funny how people seem to feel they always know best when it comes to the personal affairs of others. Whether...
Far from it. But its just funny how people seem to feel they always know best when it comes to the personal affairs of others. Whether its when they retire or how they spend their money.

Its nobody's business how he ends his career, why are people getting so bent out of shape about it.
Read my post. I was saying i would much rather see him WALK away while he still can. Nobody is getting bent out of shape about anything...… Calm your tits.
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Given the sniff of speed he had at times at Aus X, I would suggest his motivation for the whole series has increased, especially with "the announcement" out of the way and that massive weight off of his shoulders.

He may not be at his best at A1 given his prep and rib injury, but if the resources are there for a full series, why wouldn't he go out and send it each week with no pressure? He will undoubtedly get better as the series goes on, and with nothing to lose, and such a deep love for the racing itself, its a no brainer in my opinion.

In relation to this topic, factory equipment would be helpful, however a dedicated small team like he has may be more beneficial, again with no pressure to perform?
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It's interesting what people see. He had some pretty damn good qualifying pace at these few off-season races, a sniff behind people like Hill, Anderson and Brayton (slow-coaches) even with a busted rib and for not having ridden whilst driving a lambo...

He's been in the gym all off-season. Privateer or not seems to like the bike and tyres. I think he's sitting fine. Is he gonna win? No. Will he top 10. Easy. Top 5. Probably. Get a random podium. Who would be surprised really?
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SoCalMX70 12/2/2019 5:22pm
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He looks good on the privateer Honda... Dare I say scary good for how little he's ridden and a bit thick he got recently. Also, according to Matthes there was some issue with leasing the JGR track for practice, so he's done with those guys regardless.
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VicDaMoan03 12/3/2019 4:56am
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BS12 wrote:
Given the sniff of speed he had at times at Aus X, I would suggest his motivation for the whole series has increased, especially with "the...
Given the sniff of speed he had at times at Aus X, I would suggest his motivation for the whole series has increased, especially with "the announcement" out of the way and that massive weight off of his shoulders.

He may not be at his best at A1 given his prep and rib injury, but if the resources are there for a full series, why wouldn't he go out and send it each week with no pressure? He will undoubtedly get better as the series goes on, and with nothing to lose, and such a deep love for the racing itself, its a no brainer in my opinion.

In relation to this topic, factory equipment would be helpful, however a dedicated small team like he has may be more beneficial, again with no pressure to perform?
What was his announcement in Australia? Keep seeing it referenced but no explanation of what he said.
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tcannon521 12/3/2019 7:20am
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Just took a look at there quarterly numbers..... yeah It looks pretty bad. If they are leaning on there auto business, they are in a bit...
Just took a look at there quarterly numbers..... yeah It looks pretty bad. If they are leaning on there auto business, they are in a bit of trouble.
Sheesh....

They made $514 million (US dollars) for the quarter and still project a yearly profit of $2 billion (US Dollars) for the fiscal year. They also have about 7 billion (US Dollars) of cash on hand.

If that puts them in trouble in your mind, I would hate to see what you think about US automakers or 99% of all the businesses in the world.

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bigk218 12/3/2019 9:04am
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Looks like it’s a done deal.


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Nikk487 12/3/2019 10:19am
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Tyler Bowers would be a great option. He's on a full privateer effort right now and is a great test rider to help develop the bike. The only thing I'm not sure about is his level of support / involvement with Kawi testing at this point.
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toomanykaws 12/3/2019 10:25am
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Maybe when JGR is done. One of the moto journalist will do a great story on the lifespan of JGR. All the riders they have had. How the operation worked. Am sure many would be interested in the story. Matthes would be a great choice or Weege to put it together.

For now maybe pull a 250 rider up for a fill in. 450 class is complicated enough with teams and riders.
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O&GDriller 12/3/2019 10:40am
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aeffertz wrote:
Davalos is on a Team Tedder KTM for 2020 SX.
Damn, isn't he like 77 years old!?!?
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