The work that we do during the winter is very important; we have a new bike and it's important to develop it during this time.

To win the Championship in the first year will be hard. We need time to become competitive and win races.

Fortunately during my career I have won more or less everything, so I need to enjoy it to have the right motivation.

The speed is something dangerous but very exciting.

I have designs I like applied to my helmet, motorcycle, riding suits, gloves,and boots. I have a designer friend of mine put the designs on them for me. I think a livery on the helmet is significant in expressing a rider's personality.

You try to do a technical feature: in front of me I had a strong rider who brakes hard and it's difficult to pass.

I am able to ride the bike and think clearly about strategy and tyres. I also have positive thinking. I am very constructively critical.