Woz01 3,589 Posted April 27, 2014 I think Harris wants to stick to league racing he is not cutting it in the GP and never will I agree with that although he was World number 6 in 2010. Riders can all of a sudden find the right set up and be international class, look at Smolinski for example. Harris does have the talent but his set up hasnt been right for a few years now. Also reading the speedway star I found it interesting that he was in the EL top 20 averages, boosted by bonus points though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Crazy robin 2,966 Posted April 27, 2014 I agree with that although he was World number 6 in 2010. Riders can all of a sudden find the right set up and be international class, look at Smolinski for example. Harris does have the talent but his set up hasnt been right for a few years now. Also reading the speedway star I found it interesting that he was in the EL top 20 averages, boosted by bonus points though. Don't think Martin was as quick last night without his magic ignition button on his handlebars though. What is all that about?. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Steve0 5,517 Posted April 27, 2014 Don't think Martin was as quick last night without his magic ignition button on his handlebars though. What is all that about?. I don't think it was used in NZ - I thought I heard them say he tried to use it for the first time in Poland. Also, he did well enough to make the semis - who'd have thought?! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kitten2502 262 Posted April 27, 2014 I don't think it was used in NZ - I thought I heard them say he tried to use it for the first time in Poland. Also, he did well enough to make the semis - who'd have thought?! From what I've read he was advised to disable/remove it in NZ which he did - to avoid any complaints/protests. His performances have NOT surprised me in the slightest (although I wasn't expecting the final win in NZ). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mark 1,497 Posted April 27, 2014 He's now level with Bunyan after 2 GP's. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ProudtobeaBrummie 646 Posted April 27, 2014 Get off the blokes back you people who slag him off just come out every time he scores poorly .... Loved watching the bloke in the league last year yes wasn't brilliant but always rides hard and makes for a good spectacle. Is he good enough for gp ? Probably not but he's there so support him there's even people running woffy down now saying he's blown it and he's rubbish I find it staggering the criticism the british riders get.... And on the back of that people wonder why the wonder kid lambert doesn't want to ride for gb this thread explains maybe why he doesn't want to.... 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HadrianDog 291 Posted April 27, 2014 I agree with that although he was World number 6 in 2010. Riders can all of a sudden find the right set up and be international class, look at Smolinski for example. Harris does have the talent but his set up hasnt been right for a few years now. Also reading the speedway star I found it interesting that he was in the EL top 20 averages, boosted by bonus points though. Though that is poss. an indication of the currant state of the Elite League in this country. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest GiveusaB Posted April 28, 2014 Chris is struggling and it's no surprise! But I cant wait for Cardiff and I'm glad I've got '3' riders to cheers for (wild card included) ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skidder1 7,653 Posted April 28, 2014 I love watching Bomber when he's on form in the EL, but he's had a succession of knowledgeable people 'helping' in his GP pitcrew - Norrie Allan, Rosco, Phil Morris and probably others - but something is clearly not working!! Don't know what the answer is?! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Agrotron 955 Posted April 28, 2014 I also dunno the answer but I hope he finds it soon it breaks my heart to see him failing to put in decent scores we all know what Chris is capable of, I for one support him in the GP's who would he is a brit of course. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vince 9,459 Posted April 28, 2014 The power generated by the engine is only one component of the bike setup. A rider who can get his whole bike set up well and make starts can win races on a standard engine from the manufacturer. On a standard motor at GP level??? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SPEEDY69 1,274 Posted April 28, 2014 On a standard motor at GP level??? I think so yes and there are a whole host of reasons why. I remember once having a professional rider asking me what clutch springs and plates I used because my bike was so much faster off the start than theirs - had to tell them the springs were 5 years old and the plates standard Jawa that had been in all season. You should have seen the look on their face! There is a lot of keeping up with the Joneses which doesn't necessarily mean you are any quicker on the track - the rider themselves make a huge difference. Again, examples in the past of top riders using someone else's bike and still winning, despite that bike being pretty much 'out of the box' and getting a lower BHP figure on the dyno. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fundinfan 41 Posted April 28, 2014 Personally i cannot see the inclusion of Phil Morris into the Bomber camp has had any positive benefit whatsoever. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pugwash 3,208 Posted April 28, 2014 He needs to change his GP number to -273. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fromafar 10,397 Posted April 28, 2014 Get off the blokes back you people who slag him off just come out every time he scores poorly .... Loved watching the bloke in the league last year yes wasn't brilliant but always rides hard and makes for a good spectacle. Is he good enough for gp ? Probably not but he's there so support him there's even people running woffy down now saying he's blown it and he's rubbish I find it staggering the criticism the british riders get.... And on the back of that people wonder why the wonder kid lambert doesn't want to ride for gb this thread explains maybe why he doesn't want to.... At the end of the day your only as good as your last race like it or not.If comments on a forum some based on what fans are watching upsets a rider he is in the wrong sport IMO.He should show the fans what he is earning, then we know who has the last laugh. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
