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Michelin has just completed a spot ads at the last MotoGP Grand Prix of the 2008 season at Valencia (Spain).

Michelin wishes to thank the teams and drivers that have trusted in the 36 years spent in World Championship Speed. 42 drivers before the last race this weekend, have won one or more times with Michelin tires. This has enabled the brand to win 360 victories in class queen. The spot was broadcast on the Eurosport channel, between 24 and 27 October 2008.

A commemorative t-shirt (and collector!) Was even published! If someone has in its possession, and wished me know I'm taker gift!

For Michelin withdrew and next year it will no longer be in MotoGP. A decision forced by new rules of the competition queen who chose "monogomme" solution unappreciated by the home Clermontoise. "Michelin has decided not to oppose those responsible for the MotoGP. The spirit of competition - reads the press release - "has always been essential to Michelin. Sports facilities at the highest level are necessary because competition between tire manufacturers is a stimulus for research to improve the performance of tires for vehicles Series. Now, this is no longer possible.

You will find in the following list of 42 drivers have won at least once with Michelin queen category

Sources: www.motoblog.it, www.teamtech3.fr & www.michelin.com

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The Bibendum Michelin (better known in the rest of the world as the Michelin Man) is one of the best-known icon in the world. It has even been elected in 2000, best logo of the century by an international jury.

There are indeed many representations of Bibendum, more or less "in the charter." I'm looking réguilèrment such Bibs, and here is my latest discovery: the Bib motorcycle!

via caferacersociety

The first quality of a biker: be persuasive

The obstacles before they can safely ride his numerous. For my part, it took me, before turning the key to my new frame:

1. Convince my banker that this purchase is a good investment.
2. Convince my mother that if I change my bike is only for my safety.
3. Convince my girlfriend that red color is not a vulgar for a motorcycle, and that it will go very well with its nail varnish.
4. Convince my insurer that my future will not be subject to theft than the old.
5. Convince my dealer that he would make a very good business in offering me a resumption

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