Roller Stoner

Casey Stoner won the 2007 MotoGP World Championship scoring 367pts (81,55%) and 10 wins. Obviously, the season was amazing for him. Congratulations Casey. However, how was it possible? How was it possible for Roller Stoner not to crash during this season?

I remember when Stoner crashed six times (33,33%) in the MotoGP 2006 season. Of course, I know, he rode on the prodigious 800cc Desmosedici GP07. Of course, I know, he rode on the incredible Bridgestone tires. But (until now), I didn't understand why he didn't crash.

On Saturday, I read something on the news about the 2007 MotoGP bikes. It was a comment from the seven-times world champion Valentino Rossi.

"Now, to get the pole, to win, you have to believe blindly in these bikes, you have to trust them. You drive the bike into the bend at 150 km/h, twist your wrist, keep the throttle open wide and trust that the bike drive you out of the bend. If you don't trust her, you don't get the pole. It's not very natural, it's true, but it works"

Well, then that's it, that's the answer. Stoner is the same guy, he hasn't change his driving. The difference is the bike. The engine capacity of MotoGP bikes was reduced from 990cc to 800cc, and the traction control was improved. And this was perfect for Casey, it was he needed to win.

Stoner and his unnatural way to ride win championships with the current traction control, without it they crash.