Photo: Florin Tibu
For most of the motorcycle enthusiasts and MotoGP fans, getting within centimeters of a real race bike is one of the things that will never happen. Thankfully, photos can substitute, even if only partially, a trip to the other side of the planet, where these bikes might be exhibited at times.
Attending a MotoGP race could also do, but in the absence of a paddock pass, things are more about the bikes' roar and seeing them at blistering speeds.
Still, we have to thank the manufacturers who run MotoGP teams for the extra effort of bringing premier class prototypes to bike shows. Seeing these multi-million Euro contraptions from a few inches away is, in a way, a bit controversial.
Their acceleration surpasses everything else, just like their brakes are stronger and performing better than what any other motorcycle can brag about. In the suspensions department, things are similar, as the MotoGP bikes are equipped with the utmost spearheading technology and developments.
All in all, there is hardly a sport bike that can outshine a MotoGP one, save for another MotoGP beast, of course. Still, when it comes to details and beauty, these bikes are rough around the edges, truth be told.
They may look all shiny and perfect in the press photos, but when you get close, you see that things are different. Their seats are nothing but a layer of foam, they don't have fancy grips, and their cockpits are anything but nice and tidy, as one could maybe expect.
These bikes are littered with sensors and sensor lines run from various areas towards the center. No matter how much the mechanics try to group them, they'll still mess with the idyllic image.
After all, these bikes are meant to be fast, exceedingly maneuverable and precise, and beauty is only judged in terms of what's left after all the functionality is exploited to the maximum. Still, I love these machines more each time I get so close to them. More MotoGP photos next year, scout's honor!
Still, we have to thank the manufacturers who run MotoGP teams for the extra effort of bringing premier class prototypes to bike shows. Seeing these multi-million Euro contraptions from a few inches away is, in a way, a bit controversial.
MotoGP bikes are controversial: their performance is great, but the looks are not exactly top-notch
They are, unquestionably, the most advanced motorcycles in the world, from a technology standpoint. It just doesn't get better than this when it comes to sport motorcycles.Their acceleration surpasses everything else, just like their brakes are stronger and performing better than what any other motorcycle can brag about. In the suspensions department, things are similar, as the MotoGP bikes are equipped with the utmost spearheading technology and developments.
All in all, there is hardly a sport bike that can outshine a MotoGP one, save for another MotoGP beast, of course. Still, when it comes to details and beauty, these bikes are rough around the edges, truth be told.
They may look all shiny and perfect in the press photos, but when you get close, you see that things are different. Their seats are nothing but a layer of foam, they don't have fancy grips, and their cockpits are anything but nice and tidy, as one could maybe expect.
These bikes are littered with sensors and sensor lines run from various areas towards the center. No matter how much the mechanics try to group them, they'll still mess with the idyllic image.
After all, these bikes are meant to be fast, exceedingly maneuverable and precise, and beauty is only judged in terms of what's left after all the functionality is exploited to the maximum. Still, I love these machines more each time I get so close to them. More MotoGP photos next year, scout's honor!
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