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27-03-2006, 01:31 PM
Team KR's KR211V finished in eighth yesterday in its first MotoGP race. Kenny Roberts Jr gradually worked his way up the order on the honda-engined bike, overtaking ex-teammate John Hopkins just as the race was coming to an end.
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Kenny Roberts Jr
"You know how it is you always want more. I knew a top ten was possible. I saw Valentino go down I knew it would be a strong race pace I tried to stay consistent with grip but every time I pushed the front started sliding. We will improve ride ability we know what we have to do to the bike to get better. We brought a lot of stuff here to try and improve but didn't really get the chance. I just want to thank my Dad's team, Honda, Michelin and everybody who has helped us get where we are so far. I wouldn't be where I am today without those guys...Read the full article. (http://www.motoreview.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=211&Itemid=29)
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Kenny Roberts Jr
"You know how it is you always want more. I knew a top ten was possible. I saw Valentino go down I knew it would be a strong race pace I tried to stay consistent with grip but every time I pushed the front started sliding. We will improve ride ability we know what we have to do to the bike to get better. We brought a lot of stuff here to try and improve but didn't really get the chance. I just want to thank my Dad's team, Honda, Michelin and everybody who has helped us get where we are so far. I wouldn't be where I am today without those guys...Read the full article. (http://www.motoreview.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=211&Itemid=29)