MotoGP | Misano test: Michele Pirro, “There were three positive days of testing”

MotoGP World Championship 2021 – Ducati ended the three days of testing at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli with positive feelings. Tester Michele Pirro completed 178 laps and obtained good chronometric results, marking his best time in 1:33.000 during the last day, today.

In the pits, the technicians of the two-wheeled "Red" also tested the safety protocol that will be adopted during the MotoGP events scheduled for this year, as desired by Dorna. In addition to protective devices such as masks, the Italian team has also introduced a communication system between the technicians and the driver via microphones and earphones, in order to allow normal conversations in the garage, while maintaining adequate safety distances.

Michele Pirro Statements Misano MotoGP Test 2020

“There were three positive days of testing, which allowed us to regain confidence with the bike after the long break of recent months. Despite the great heat, the track, recently resurfaced, was in excellent condition and allowed me to immediately feel at ease. We obtained good timing results, which make us confident for the two races scheduled for September. Furthermore, we have worked on various electronic components, as well as on some aspects that remained pending after the Sepang shakedown test and we are sure that thanks to these three days, the Ducati riders will be able to arrive at the first round in Jerez ready to be at the highest levels straight away. of competitiveness.”