"Valentino Rossi - Fiat Yamaha" (2008)
The 2008 MotoGP season saw Valentino Rossi returning to dominance on the
Fiat Yamaha YZR-M1, where he pulled off his signature celebration
wheelies after yet another triumphant race. Rossi, riding the refined
YZR-M1, which boasted an inline-four engine with impeccable handling and
balance, was in perfect harmony with his machine. This Yamaha was famed
for its high corner speed and smooth power delivery, allowing Rossi to
exploit every inch of a track like a master painter working on a
Steve Dunn masterpiece (I thought that would make you laugh!)
The 2008 YZR-M1 had undergone significant refinements in its chassis and
electronics, and its seamless gearbox allowed Rossi to maintain his flow
through corners, one of his greatest strengths. Rossi's battle with
Casey Stoner that season became legendary, particularly after their epic
duel at Laguna Seca, where Rossi pushed the limits of the M1 and his own
skill to claim victory. His deep understanding of the bike's
strengths of agility in the tight corners and precision in braking zones gave
him the edge he needed to reclaim the championship.
Rossi's signature wheelie celebration, an image etched in fans'
memories, symbolized his joy of motorcycle racing and unmatched control. His
combination of racecraft, technical skill, and showmanship aboard the
Fiat Yamaha made 2008 one of Rossi's most memorable seasons.
Frameable Print.
Numbered Limited Edition of 50.
Certificate of Authenticity.
Paper size: 20 x 16 inches.
Individually signed by the artist Steve Dunn.
Price £39.95.
Shipping £7 worldwide.
Sent rolled in a stout tube.