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MotoGP Rules and Regulations for 2012

The Grand Prix Commission, composed of Messrs. Carmelo Ezpeleta (Dorna, Chairman), Ignacio Verneda (FIM Executive Director, Sport), Herve Poncharal (IRTA) and Takanao Tsubouchi (MSMA) in the presence of Javier Alonso (Dorna), Mike Trimby (IRTA) and Paul Butler (Secretary of the meeting), in a meeting held on 14 December in Madrid, decided the following:

Sporting Regulations

A revised wording of the testing regulation was approved. This incorporated the various decisions made earlier in 2011 concerning this matter.

Additionally it was decided that contracted riders in the MotoGP class may also test machines using the allocation of 240 tyres available to each manufacturer's team. Previously such testing was restricted to test riders only. In the interest of fair competition it was also agreed that other MotoGP class riders could exclusively test their team machines with a limit of 120 tyres per rider.

It was agreed that riders who did not qualify for the race based on their time in the qualifying practice can qualify if they achieve a time at least equal to 107% of the fastest rider in the warm up. This is an addition to the previous regulation which only considered free practice sessions.

Under the regulation concerning MotoGP class riders starting the race from pit lane due to an engine durability sanction, it was agreed that in future they will start ten seconds after the green light is shown at the pit lane exit.

Riders in all classes may now use a starter engine on the grid. For all classes tyre warmers may now remain in place until the display of the one minute board. Generators must still be removed at the three minute board.

Technical Regulations

With effect from 2012, for all classes, it will be compulsory to display a red rear light in rain conditions.

The minimum weight limits for 1000cc machines in the MotoGP class will be increased from the current 153 kilos.
- Effective from 2012: 157 kilos
- Effective from 2013: 160 kilos

The permitted wheel sizes for the Moto3 class were confirmed as:
Front 2.50" x 17" only
Rear 3.50" x 17" only

Several detail changes to regulations, submitted by the Technical Director were all approved.

A list of MotoGP class entries for 2012 was considered by the Commission. The list contained nine entries plus one reserve entry using CRT machinery of various types. Participation of all CRT entries was approved by the Commission on the understanding that the granting of CRT Status was subject to review by the Grand Prix Commission at any time.

Reference: http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2011/GP+Commission+approve+new+rules+changes

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2012 KTM 1190 RC8R Specifications - Preview

KTM's superbike continued progressing to new levels, the Austrian machine gaining worldwide status after taking the 2011 German Superbike Championship.

And for 2012, KTM further revised its signature 175-horsepower superbike, the RC8 R receiving some updates to the engine, transmission, suspension and electronics. The bike is also still offered in the RC8 R Race Spec, a full-on race machine.

Starting with the 1195cc 75-degree V-Twin, KTM added 100 grams of weight to the forged crankshaft for more inertia, allowing for better mass distribution and smoother running. KTM further enhanced the engine's inertia by 25 percent through beefing up the flywheel a kilogram.

KTM also revised the camshaft timing on the two overhead camshafts, updating them to the same aggressive profile (former 8.5 to 6.5 degrees) offered in KTM's updated Club Race specs (the Club Race kit basically allows a rider to turn the KTM RC8 R into a race machine).

The four-valve RC8R continues to feature the twin-plug ignition that "fires the two differently sized spark plugs in each cylinder head independently of each other in such a way that more efficient combustion and a smoother, optimally controlled combustion sequence are achieved at all times. The result: even more controllable power, lower fuel consumption and less emissions."

Feeding the 2012 KTM RC8 R is a Keihin fuel-injection system that features twin throttle valves and a 52mm throttle body that has a ISC (idle speed control) cam to allow smoother airflow in the initial range of movement. KTM also enhanced the 2012's V2 with revised fuel maps based on Club Race specs.

The RC8R's six-speed transmission was also updated. KTM first added a sensor that allows the ECU to help control engine braking depending on the current gear, killing the need for a slipper clutch. KTM also redesigned the RC8 R's shift drum to reduce weight and provide better shifting, and also added stiffer aluminum gear shifter linkage for more precise shifts and easier adjustability.

Further sticking to its "Ready to Race" adage, the RC8 R features revised suspension settings and updates to the fork and shock. The front WP 43mm fork now has air chambers, up 110mm from 80mm, and the WP rear monoshock has a reduced rear-spring rate from 542 to 485 lbs. per square inch. KTM says this "provides an improved setting for track usage and improves daily riding comfort."

The rear linkage eccentric has also been revamped with a larger range of adjustment - 12mm.

Stopping the RC8 R are Brembo Monoblock four-piston, radially-mounted calipers squeezing two 320mm discs up front, and a two-piston fixed caliper squeezing a single 220mm disc out back. The KTM superbike rolls on a 17-inch rims, with a 3.5-inch wide front, and a 6-inch wide rear; the bike arrives stock with 120/70 ZR 17 (front) and 190/55 ZR 17 (rear) rubber.

As for other new highlights, KTM says the RC8 R features a gear indicator in both Street and Race mode - shown in two places: as a line under the RPM and as a numeric display. The superbike also has instant and average fuel economy updated every 3 seconds.

KTM is offering the 2012 RC8 R in either a white or black color scheme, with LED lights surrounding the headlights.

Price is yet to be confirmed.

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Max Biaggi interview at EICMA - 2012 Season

The presence of the SBK Paddock Show at EICMA was a great opportunity for the public to get up close with many of the top WSB riders. One of the biggest draws was clearly the 2010 world champion, Max Biaggi. The ‘Roman Emperor' arrived on Saturday afternoon for the ritual photograph and autograph sessions, after which WorldSBK.com interviewed him backstage about the past year and the prospects for the 2012 season.

You're here at EICMA once again, this time at the World Superbike stand. What do you think of the show?

"EICMA is the biggest and best bike show in Europe. Every year there are always a lot of new bikes and it's just great to be here. I'm sure this negative period for the bike market will come to an end and things will start to improve again in the motorcycle industry."

The 2011 season wasn't particularly easy. You were injured at the Nürburgring, then you came back at Portimão with two strong races despite only starting in 17th slot. Are you glad you can get back on the bike again at the end of the month at the Algarve circuit?

"I finished third overall, with a bit of bad luck and after missing three rounds. For sure I wanted to do better but luck wasn't in my zodiac sign this year. But I'm back in shape, that's the important thing, I don't need to recover any more because I'm already at 100%. Now I can start to work on myself and see where I can improve, and hope that the bike will make further progress so I can get a good start next year in Australia. I aim to get the number 1 plate back again but we'll have to see what the other riders think about that. We'll only have an idea of the 2012 season once the first race gets underway."

Let's move on to Eugene Laverty. Another rider from over the Channel, as in the last two seasons but someone who scored some good results in his first season. Do you think that competition within the same team can help in giving you further motivation?

"My team is already tried and tested and Biaggi and his staff are all ready to go. Laverty will have a team all for himself who will as a result work for him alone. The only positive thing I can see is that it will be a good stimulus for me should I find myself in difficulty, in that case it'll motivate me even more to try and stay ahead."

 

Resources:

http://www.worldsbk.com/en/news/5-news/9481-biaggi-backstage-at-eicma.html

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