RIZLA SUZUKI SET FOR SNETTERTON
 Rizla
Suzuki's Chris Walker and Cal Crutchlow take part in this
weekend's fifth round of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship
at Snetterton relishing the chance to ride at one of the fastest
circuits in the UK.
Snetterton in Norfolk is 1.95-miles long and boasts two long
straights that allow the Superbikes to approach 200mph. The
Revett Straight is the longer of the two straights and flows
into a tight left-right chicane, making it one of the most
dramatic overtaking points on the track as bikes brake from
200mph to 60mph.
The Rizla Suzuki GSX-R1000 race bikes used by 'Stalker' and
Crutchlow are amongst the quickest Superbikes in the world
- with 210bhp to call upon - making outright top speed one
of the bike's core strengths.
Stalker approaches Snetterton determined to make amends for
a below par performance at the previous round at Oulton Park
and to step on to the podium again. Crutchlow continues to
make quick progress in his rookie year on a Superbike and
is now firmly targeting top six finishes or better.
Rizla Suzuki Team Manager Simon Buckmaster said: "We
have already tested at Snetterton this season and know the
circuit well. If there is one area our Rizla Suzukis are strong
it is top speed; both riders will be looking to use that inherent
strength to their advantage this weekend.
"Cal and Chris enjoyed an encouraging test at Mallory
Park last week. Cal made progress on bike-feel and set-up
and Chris found an improved level of comfort with his bike.
That test was part of our ongoing commitment to do all we
can to help our riders challenge at the front of the pack
and for race wins in British Superbikes.
"We have already proved we can compete for the podium
thanks to Chris's excellent performance at Silverstone. Now
it is full speed ahead for more silverware for Rizla Suzuki."
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