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Dovizioso completes first day on 2008 Honda
22 January 2008 / Results / PhotosWith the test ban coming to an end, today's first MotoGP test of 2008 got underway in the sweltering heat and humidity of Sepang in Malaysia. JiR Team Scot began their programme of development on the new Honda RCV212V MotoGP machine with their rider Andrea Dovizioso.
On Tuesday the 21-year-old Italian spent the day getting acclimatised to the new machine, which he will ride during the 2008 season. Thanks to stable weather conditions, Dovizioso was able to make a total of 59 laps today - 36 in the morning session and 23 in the afternoon. Testing continues on Wednesday and Thursday in Sepang.
Andrea Dovizioso commented on his day of testing: "We worked a lot today on the setting of the engine brake/slipper clutch, to get a better braking 'feel' with the new bike. We've made some progress, but I think over the next few days the technicians and myself will look more at this problem to find the right solution for me, and my riding style.
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"Everything else is very good. We all worked well together today and Michelin gave us some well-known compounds and tyres, which is important to cut down the variables when you're testing a new machine. I think the principle difference between the 2007 and 2008 bike is how it enters into the corners and the final part of the braking zone, which as I've mentioned I want to improve as soon as possible. The overall feeling though is very positive and I think Honda has done a great job with this bike. The handlebar position is a little low for me at the moment and it is on the highest setting, so I know I must adapt myself to this for sure."
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