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Former MotoGP rider Ben Spies expects Toprak Razgatlioglu must “acclimate his riding style” to make a successful switch from WorldSBK.
Former MotoGP rider Ben Spies believes Toprak Razgatlioglu needs to adjust his riding style to excel in MotoGP after his success in WorldSBK. Spies, who won the 2009 WorldSBK championship, had a decent MotoGP career but retired in 2013 after a victory and several podiums. He supports Razgatlioglu’s move to MotoGP, acknowledging the talent and potential in the Turkish rider. Spies emphasized the need for Razgatlioglu to adapt his riding technique for MotoGP bikes, particularly in areas like braking and cornering. Despite recognizing Razgatlioglu’s talent, Spies raised concerns about the time needed for the transition and the differences between production and MotoGP bikes.
