I would expect him to to finish top 15 to start. A few top 10's mid to late season, with maybe a one-off great result somewhere (if it's wet at Donny??) Remember he's on Dunlops, on a new bike and in a new team (I'm sure there is other stuff to consider too) I'm not expecting anything amazing, but the fact that he's there on a Yamaha IS amazing anyway. Nicky Hayden did bugger all for 3 seasons, and he's been on a RCV with Michelins. James is the best British rider around at the moment, so whatever he does is gunna be better than what anyone else could do. Even Leon couldn't beat an old Spanish bloke in the UK on the same bike. Come on James!!! |