Suzuki's 1000 cc Starting a Project, The future of Suzuki at the MotoGP arena is still a question mark. However, Japanese manufacturers are doing a move that was quite surprising. Instead, they've started testing the "fundamentals" of the 1,000 cc engine prototype for the new MotoGP class in 2012.
Although the tracks that will be used in the tests in Japan was not yet known, believed to be using the Suzuki GSV-R replacement parts 800 cc.
So far, Suzuki has not confirmed whether they will join the 2012 MotoGP will use 4-stroke engine with a capacity of 1,000 cc. In fact, some doubt, this team will leave MotoGP arena because, for the 2011 season, they use only one motor.
Yes, Suzuki next season has ensured that only the rider Alvaro Bautista. The decision was characterized as taking their first steps to withdraw from the most prestigious motor racing event in the world because the world economic crisis affected.
However, MotoGP boss, Shinichi Sahara, told MCN that he hoped Suzuki will take part in the 2012 season with two riders.
"No one is sure. However, from my position and from the technical angle, we have started thinking about the project 1,000 cc and it went well. The design for the first prototype was finished and we've started testing 'fundamental' to the prototype 1000 cc. "
"From a mechanical standpoint, I will try to come back with two motors, so I was hoping to use two motors in 2012," said Sahara.
source: compas.com
