While Valentino Rossi was practice testing the Ferrari F2008 at Circuit de Catalunya, his Team Manager at Fiat Yamaha Davide Brivio, has commented on the preparation for for the MotoGP testing at Sepang beginning early February.

"There are many things that everyone wants to discover, because these new engine regulations might change the competition a bit," Brivio began. "In 2009 Yamaha had a very good bike, the best package I think, and our competitors will try to recover so they'll be pushing lot on the technical side with their bikes."

"From a sporting point of view, there are four strong riders who are all trying to win, and there are some interesting rookies. There is plenty to be found out during the tests, and of course in the races."

The new season version of the M1 will be announced in Malaysia on 4th February, Brivio adds: "There aren't any big changes because the bike was working very well in 2009. Obviously we made some small evolutions."

"The big job is with regards to the engine; we have to look for better reliability because of the regulations about the use of six engines throughout the season. So it will be very important to maintain the reliability of the engine without losing performance. Looking at the chassis, we already tested it in Valencia at the end of last season, and it was working well, so now we just need some fine tuning. The first test will also be important for the riders to refresh and get used to the bikes."

In conclusion, Brivio states his focus to the hype surrounding Rossi's test on four wheels, plus a few extra words about the World Champion's future.

"Valentino's future in the sport depends on him. In 2010 he will race with Yamaha in MotoGP, and that's what everybody's expecting. We as Yamaha are waiting for his decision on his future, and of course we will try to keep him in MotoGP for as long as possible, and with Yamaha. Let's hope he doesn't enjoy it too much with the car!"