MSS Kawasaki's Simon Andrews reckons that the data being fed-back to his British Superbike team from Paul Bird's official Kawasaki WSB squad could be vital to his season.
Andrews, who is still training hard in the French Alps, is also gearing up for the team's first testing session, which looks likely to be in Spain next month.
"They guys are working hard to get the bikes ready in time for testing in March. Mt crew chief Chris reckons the data they have been fed-back from Birdy’s World Superbike boys has been invaluable," said the 24-year-old.
"The ZX-10Rs are virtually there in terms of parts but we are still deciding on which suspension units to run. It’s going to be either Ohlins or K-Tech but we’re not sure yet."
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