Maybe the bike is more dangerous, but the passion for the car for me is second to the bike.

I would have probably stolen cars - it would have given me the same adrenaline rush as racing.

I feel 100% a Yamaha rider in my heart. I had a long career and raced with several factory bikes, but the highlight of my career is undoubtedly with Yamaha.

Once the races begin it's more difficult and there is never that much time for testing.

I have always challenged myself and it's also important to learn from the rivals. Every rider has his own style, and you have to count on some elements that cannot be changed. On the contrary, the bike or the tires can change and it's important to adapt yourself. It's up to the rider to understand what he can change and how much he can adapt.

It is dangerous and unbelievably fast and entirely different from the kind of track I am used to racing on

But I could also start F1 or rallying. I love rallying much more.