Dean Ellison

Welcome

Over the recent months I have been putting together my own team for 2009 but at this stage the funding has fallen short and it is unlikely that I will be on the grid for the first round, keep coming back for the latest news!

Headlines

Splitlath Aprilia �shocked' by Evo exclusion

Splitlath Aprilia's hopes of winning the inaugural Evo title are dealt a blow by a controversial technical ruling.

�Racer' Bridewell frustrated by Cadwell penalty

Tommy Bridewell insists he was unfairly excluded from the race one results at Cadwell Park following his contact with John Laverty.

Second chance for new title contender Seeley

Alastair Seeley becomes an unlikely contender for the 2010 British Superbike title after qualifying for the three-round shootout.

The Bike

Make:: Yamaha
Model: 2007 YZF-R1
Engine Type:: Inline 4 cylinder
Engine Capacity:: 1000cc
Bore and stroke:: 77mm x 53.6mm
Valves:: 16 - four per cylinder
Carburation:: Fuel injection
Ignition:: Motec 800
Final Drive:: Chain (DID)
BHP:: 200+
Top Speed:: 195+ mph
Lubrication:: Wet Sump (Yamalube)
Frame:: Aluminium beam
Front suspension:: K-Tech (Ohlins)
Rear suspension:: K-Tech (Ohlins)
Gearbox:: Six-speed multi-ratio
Clutch:: Wet with back torque limiter (SUTER Slipper Clutch)
Tyres:: Pirelli (Front: 3.5 ins, Rear: 6.25 ins)
Front Brakes:: Brembo, Twin four-piston, four-pad callipers Using SBS pads
Rear Brakes:: Brembo, Single two-piston, two-pad callipers using SBS pads
Brake Fluid:: Brembo
Exhaust:: Full Titanium Akrapovic
Weight:: 162kg
Wheelbase:: 1,410mm to 1,440mm
Fuel Tank:: 23 litres, aluminium, centrally mounted