Narrowing the Focus

It's all about the Aprilia now.

The Hayabusa pistons are awesome things: thick and strong, like none seen before. The Buell pistons are incredible: hunchbacked and powerful. But both motors have been put on hold. This year the only bike Big Bad Nitro Daddy will have at BUB will be the Aprilia.

Time became short and there is no benefit to rushing these projects. I had hoped to be on the Hayabusa; this will be the second year I have not been able to ride it.

But the Aprilia is the only class in which I have the potential to break an FIM World Record, and that is where we will aim.

Breathe easy, Leslie, this year your record is safe. But watch over your shoulder. I'm coming after you.