Successful FTR Moto2 Testing Programme Completed For Ray Ahead Of British Grand Prix

Last week saw the final test of three for Lydd’s Bradley Ray at Silverstone, ahead of his debut Grand Prix appearance at the end of August.

Ray had tested the FTR Moto2 at Donington Park and the Snetterton 300 circuit, working on the setup of the bike, meaning the final test would be fine tuning the suspension and setup of the British based chassis.

He worked hard all day with his mechanics and posted some very good lap times in traffic, due to the heavy numbers in attendance on the track day, courtesy of No Limits Tracktime.

Brad improved each session in time and with the feeling of the machine, meaning the he is ready for next weekend, where he will make his grand prix debut.

At the end of the day a delighted Ray said: “We’ve had a very positive test at Silverstone ready for the GP in two weeks. Every session we were getting faster and I felt more comfortable on the bike, and we also made a few changes to the suspension on both the front and the rear, which were very positive.

“For the GP we will have data logging so we can see where we are at with the suspension, which will be very helpful. I’m hoping to do the lunch hour at a track day there next week, so we can get some vital track time on my own so I can push harder to get a proper feel for the bike.

“Once again, a massive thanks to Steve Bones, Mark Keen, Roger and all my family for making this possible. Also a big thanks needs to go to No Limits for allowing us the track time, you guys really have been helpful.”

Words: Michael Burton
Photos: Bonnie Lane