Yah. I admit. This is the second time that I write about the FIA World Superbike (SBK). Well, what can I do? Honestly, I am not that interested (obviously)
in SBK and I prefer watching MotoGP.
Anyway, as a motorcycle fanatic, I think it is time for me to take a look on what’s happening in SBK series. Check this out.
The season finale of the 2007 World Superbike ended at Magny-Cours with the Yamaha Motor Italia taking home the Manufacturer’s Championship. Not only that, the Yamaha riders Noriyuki Haga and Troy Corser performed well during the two races. Noriyuki Haga bagged the trophy for both races while Troy Corser finished 3rd and 4th.
Overall, Yahama Motor Italia posted 16 pole positions, 177 podium finishes and 44 wins.
Anyway, just read these quotes from the Yahama Motor Italia team about the season finale race.
Noriyuki Haga:
"In race one I couldn’t see what was happening behind but my pit board was telling me so I built up as much gap as possible to try and stay out of the battles going on. My heart was definitely beating faster though! For race two I didn’t change anything on the bike and I just tried my best. ‘m disappointed with second in the championship, who wouldn’t be with a gap of just two points! But I’m happy. I’ve enjoyed fighting with all the riders in the championship this year. The last few races have been really good, from a results point of view; I’ll just have to try harder next year. It’s been good working with Troy this year, we get on well and I’m looking forward to developing the bike further with him next year. I’d like to thank the team for all their efforts and congratulations to James on winning the championship."
Troy Corser:
"I got a great start in race one; my aim had been to get in front and just go for the win but Nori was very determined to get in front of me! I wasn’t going to risk crashing and taking us both out in order to get back past him. I rode as hard as I could but my front tyre went off during the race so I was unable to hold Bayliss off and he got past. In race two I got off the line well again and I just did my best to hold everyone up! Overall I’m happy; I set out what I achieved to do today and I’m pleased to have played a part in giving Yamaha the Manufacturers Title."
Massimo Meregalli:
"Today has been a great day! We did everything that was possible to win and Troy did an excellent job for the team. I’d like to thank both Nori and Troy for their team work and efforts throughout the season. In addition I’d like to thank everyone in the team; they have played an important part in our championship fight.
Maybe I will bring you guys updates about SBK next season. Time to check for some Dodge cornering lights on the web, so chill out!