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The most important thing is to have a good relationship with the bike... you have to understand what she wants. I think of a motorcycle as a woman, and I know that sounds silly, but it's true.
Valentino Rossi
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Valentino Rossi
Age: 45
Born: 1979
Born: February 16
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I never race for records. The motivation to try to beat the record is not enough to continue. You have to enjoy it.
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In 2002 the Yamaha was at more or less the same level as the Honda, better in some ways, worse in others. But in the winter of last year between 2002 and 2003, Honda made a big step forward and it seemed as if Yamaha couldn't quite match that improvement.
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My approach to the races hasn't changed in my 20-year career. If I have the chance to attack and to pass, I do it, trying to get the best possible result.
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Maybe if Graziano make another work or another sport I wouldn't have had this passion to be a rider.
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In 2009, I didn't like that Yamaha signed such a young and competitive teammate [Jorge Lorenzo]. But now everything is different. We are more mature. Everyone knows his role and position. Things are clear.
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I don't like being famous - it is like a prison. And driving for Ferrari would make it far worse.
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