MRW Issue 27
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NEWS DESK<br />
Discussing on his return to the ZX-10RR,<br />
Sykes said: “I jumped on the bike and of<br />
course there is familiar territory there.<br />
Obviously, got out on track, and there<br />
were still some things missing to make<br />
it comfortable. Things like the handlebar<br />
position and other things. For me, the day<br />
before the test, I went there with a bit of<br />
an expectation. If I could meet that target,<br />
then I could accept that as a good starting<br />
point. I have to say I met that target and<br />
expectations. I know there’s work to be<br />
done. It was great to spend time with<br />
Manuel and understand his goals and<br />
expectations. I have to say I’m quite happy<br />
with that initial test especially considering<br />
it was quite a busy second afternoon to the<br />
test. We needed to have a look at some<br />
key items, and we did not have the luxury<br />
of long runs. Considering I only had 34 laps<br />
on the package, I really feel that there’s a<br />
big room for improvement and that only<br />
gives me motivation moving word.”<br />
Team Manager Manuel Puccetti also<br />
discussed Sykes’ first test, saying:<br />
“Unfortunately we had to settle for a few<br />
hours where the track was dry, but they<br />
were enough to be fast right away, and<br />
not far from the lap times of the official<br />
Kawasaki riders. Team and rider worked<br />
very well together, and Tom was quick to<br />
adapt to electronics that he hadn’t used for<br />
over a year. We managed to try many new<br />
things, which we will try again at the end of<br />
January here in Jerez. Sykes’ debut on our<br />
bike was undoubtedly a positive one, which<br />
gave enthusiasm to the whole team.”