Yamaha rider mentions that high-speed Italian team on the straights could be a problem in the proof of Qatar
The Ducati riders, Iannone and Dovizioso, even not getting the best of times, they had the highest rate peaks in first free practice at the Losail circuit. They were the ones who broke the barrier of 340 km / h, as Iannone reaching 346 km / h.
Rossi, who finished second behind his teammate, Lorenzo, had a top speed of 338 km / h, being the best of the Yamahas in this regard.
"It seems that the Ducati is a problem for everyone," said Rossi worried. "Because GP16 is 8 km / h on the straights more than the Yamaha YZR-M1."
"It is a problem because if they fall behind, can overtake on the straights."
The Losail circuit has the main straight with more than a kilometer long, with the finish line located quite far from the last corner.
The concern also echoed Lorenzo.
"It will be quite difficult to keep the position on the line. We hope to be a few meters ahead enough."
At the time, Rossi remains confident about the advantages that the bike Yamaha has on the Ducati in other areas.
"Our bike is even better cornering, better with these new tires. But nobody knows anything until Sunday night," said the Italian.
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