2009 MotoGP Champion Forecast Possible Spoilers

TKDmasterZ · 01-26-2009, 2:22 PM

So who thinks the Doctor still has it? Or will Danny proves himself again to be the biggest A$$ off the track? Can Nicky come back strong on Ducati? Will single tyre rule really make this the most competitive racing we've seen in many years? So many questions, and with so much anticipation... Who will be the 2009 Motorcycle King of the World?

ldavis · 01-26-2009, 4:30 PM

have to root for the home town hero..

.OrgOwner · 01-26-2009, 6:16 PM

Stoner
Rossi
Hayden

exit90a · 01-26-2009, 6:53 PM

If Rossi's bike is mildly functional, he will win. Stoner does not have the mental maturity to win when a strong challenger is on his back every race. I will be pulling for Hayden, as usual. I think the spec tires will make the racing closer, but there is still the chance to pick the wrong tire and have your times fall off the pace. I'm just glad to see there will be bikes on the grid to race. They will be testing in Sepang the first week of February, so we will see some hint of what's to come then. Who put Spies in the other category of the poll? He is racing in WSBK for Yamaha.

TKDmasterZ · 01-26-2009, 9:06 PM

Ha! I put Spies there and was waiting to see if anyone would notice...

dicknose · 01-26-2009, 9:09 PM

I think it will be
Rossi
Stoner
then a gap back to Pedrosa
and Lorenzo as the big unknown

When it works for Stoner he can win and do it easily. Definitely think if the bike is right he can be champion again.
Rossi - well he is clearly the best rider and most certainly the best "racer"
Hayden - not so sure. Has never shown himself as a race winner at GP level. The Ducati might suit him and let him show off his talent, but I just have trouble seeing him winning a decent number of races.

I think Lorenzo is the big wild card.
He showed glimses of brilliance in his first few rounds in MotoGP but then a couple of big falls knocked both his body and confidence around.
He could come good and challenge at the front.

jkobflys · 01-26-2009, 11:55 PM

Rossi
Pedrosa
Hayden

CBR929RE · 01-27-2009, 12:13 AM

this is the year of Me.

sam · 01-28-2009, 12:02 AM

Rossi
Pedrosa
Stoner

Rossi is, by far, the most consistent and experienced rider, and he can handle the pressure better than the others. Pedrosa has a very real chance if he doesn't over ride conditions. Stoner falls apart when he's not all by himself in front. Hayden has a tremendous amount of talent, and could win if he can be consistent on the Duc. Lorenzo is definitely a wild card.

I hope this year is all like '08 Laguna Seca--tight, close racing like in the golden era!

03swanman954 · 02-01-2009, 6:12 PM

HAYDEN
HAYDEN
HAYDEN

Ok so he cant be first, second and third,,but wait he does have two other brothers,, Ok how about this!

Hayden (Nicky)
Rossi
Stoner

jazzy · 02-03-2009, 4:36 PM

Rossi
Stoner
Pedrosa or Hayden if he can get it all together on the new bike ???

exit90a · 02-03-2009, 6:56 PM

Testing in Sepang starts in 26 hours!!!!

GazRR · 03-31-2009, 8:41 AM

Hopefully Casey will take the title back this year but Rossi has to start as favourite.

Jetpilot07 · 03-31-2009, 8:45 AM

DON'T FORGET, STILL A WAYS TO GO....anything can happen between now and the fial lap.....broken bones, road rash excetra

denzee · 03-31-2009, 8:49 AM

I think Rossi will prevail once again if he doesn't crash trying too hard chasing Stoner. Rossi loves this game.

I wish for an upset though and anyone of the Honda pilots to win, yes, even the midget.

Nicky was my fav but since he's on a Ducati now, it has changed. If a Ducati was going to win though, I'd rather it be him than Stoner.

setanta · 03-31-2009, 10:50 AM

Rossi
Stoner
Pedrosa.

Mind you Stoners machine was something else at Jerez, waoo

THe above order is based on logic but my emotions go for Lorenzo, oh boy would love to see him do well

GazRR · 03-31-2009, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by setanta

THe above order is based on logic but my emotions go for Lorenzo, oh boy would love to see him do well

FFS mate, I am a Lorenzo fan too!

It appears that we support the riders that people love to hate!

setanta · 03-31-2009, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by GazRR

FFS mate, I am a Lorenzo fan too!

It appears that we support the riders that people love to hate!

OK but we still arnt holding hands

GazRR · 03-31-2009, 11:50 AM

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OK but we still arnt holding hands

That is fine with me mate!

CBR600RRider01 · 03-31-2009, 1:25 PM

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Originally Posted by exit90a

If Rossi's bike is mildly functional, he will win. Stoner does not have the mental maturity to win when a strong challenger is on his back every race. I will be pulling for Hayden,

I would love to see Hayden win on the Duc

setanta · 03-31-2009, 1:32 PM

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I would love to see Hayden win on the Duc

Wasnt showing much form at Jerez but I suppose thats very early days

CBR600RRider01 · 03-31-2009, 1:36 PM

Tru just give him some time

denzee · 03-31-2009, 1:41 PM

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Tru just give him some time

That's what they said for Melandri. I hope Nicky has better Luc with the Duc.

jazzy · 03-31-2009, 1:51 PM

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That's what they said for Melandri. I hope Nicky has better Luc with the Duc.

I honestly cant see Hayden doing much this year, new bike,team. A lot to set up and get right in your first season with a new bike. Big change but I dont think, Hayden has got what it takes for MotoGp

Def going to be a two horse race between Stoner and Rossi. If Stoner doesn't PUSH to hard and keep falling off as last year, then I dont think Rossi will catch him.
Be nice to see Lorenzo do something very special

dicknose · 03-31-2009, 9:29 PM

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Originally Posted by denzee

I think Rossi will prevail once again if he doesn't crash trying too hard chasing Stoner. Rossi loves this game.

And I dont think too many would disagree that he is the best racer.
Not sure if he is the best rider, but man he is hard to beat when he is on the track near someone else - he has the ability to get to the line first.

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Nicky was my fav but since he's on a Ducati now, it has changed. If a Ducati was going to win though, I'd rather it be him than Stoner.

I know Im a Stoner fan, but I dont see Hayden beating him.
Not only has Stoner more time on the bike, there does seem to be some magic/chemistry about the Ducati and Stoner.

dicknose · 03-31-2009, 9:33 PM

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Originally Posted by jazzy

I honestly cant see Hayden doing much this year, new bike,team. A lot to set up and get right in your first season with a new bike.

How did Stoner do in his first season on a new bike?

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Big change but I dont think, Hayden has got what it takes for MotoGp

Ive said this a dozen times before - Hayden might have a world championship, but he hasnt shown he has the ability to win races. He has won just 1 race outside of the US in some huge number of starts.
Yes he is very good, but in this company he is not a winner.
Maybe he will click with the Ducati and get a chance to prove me wrong.

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Be nice to see Lorenzo do something very special

I think he could be the dark horse.
He has talent, started really well but then had those crashes and lost confidence.
I think this year he will be back in the top few most rounds and definitely could be a champ in years to come.

TKDmasterZ · 04-01-2009, 2:23 AM

Looks like Pedrosa is having trouble with the knee surgery. He might be out of contention.

setanta · 04-01-2009, 8:05 AM

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Looks like Pedrosa is having trouble with the knee surgery. He might be out of contention.

He did leave it a bit late to get it sorted

jazzy · 04-01-2009, 1:00 PM

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Originally Posted by dicknose

How did Stoner do in his first season on a new bike?

Ive said this a dozen times before - Hayden might have a world championship, but he hasnt shown he has the ability to win races. He has won just 1 race outside of the US in some huge number of starts.
Yes he is very good, but in this company he is not a winner.
Maybe he will click with the Ducati and get a chance to prove me wrong

This is my point about Hayden...I dont think he's got what it takes to get to the type of level that Stoner and the top of the fireld are riding at.

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I think he could be the dark horse.
He has talent, started really well but then had those crashes and lost confidence.
I think this year he will be back in the top few most rounds and definitely could be a champ in years to come.

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Originally Posted by TKDmasterZ

Looks like Pedrosa is having trouble with the knee surgery. He might be out of contention.

Left it waaaaaaaaaay to late, that's going to grumble for the rest of the season. Unless its all hype

Trying to throw everyone else off guard...we shall see....

Damn I wish the 1st race was THIS weekend

exit90a · 05-05-2009, 8:50 PM

Racing has been great so far, IMO. Looks like the spec tire may have merit after all. Rossi is where I would expect him to be. Pedrosa has done more than I thought he would, Stoner less so. Poor Lorenzo, I would like for it to go his way. Look at Melandri back form the dead. Hayden has taken his place. Looks to be an exciting year!!!

2009 MotoGP Champion Forecast **Possible Spoilers**

2009 MotoGP Champion Forecast Possible Spoilers