“I have designs I like applied to my helmet, motorcycle, riding suits, gloves,and boots. I have a designer friend of mine put the designs on them for me. I think a livery on the helmet is significant in expressing a rider's personality.” ThinkingDesignMinesPersonalitySignificantSuitsDesignerBootsRidingGlovesMotorcycleRidersHelmetMotorcycle Riding Author:Valentino Rossi
“I think the secret is to understand that you still want to be part of the game. To do so, you have to forget all the victories you've managed to get in the previous years and have a great humility. You also need to realise that, if you want to go on, you have to work hard. If you dwell too much on your past successes and say "well, I have won nine world titles and more than 100 races", you'd rather stay home.” IfsThinkingWorldWantNeedsYearsWellsStillsHardHomePastGamesForgetSecretRaceToo MuchHumilityHard WorkGoes OnVictoryNineTitlesRealisingOur PastYour PastPast SuccessPrevious Years Author:Valentino Rossi
“The tragic incident of Luis Salom reminds us that our sport, our passion, is dangerous. We know it but, in a way, we don't think about it.” ThinkingKnowsWayPassionSportsDangerousTragicIncidents Author:Valentino Rossi
“Friendship is very important to me. With some friends, we've known each other since we were kids and it's a very strong relationship. They always tell me what they think even when I am wrong. It's great to share with them the best moments. I also have many friends in the team, and I like to share my passion with them.” ThinkingImportantMomentsKidsPassionStrongKnownTeamShareVery StrongMy PassionMany FriendsBest MomentsStrong Relationship Author:Valentino Rossi
“The most important thing is to have a good relationship with the bike... you have to understand what she wants. I think of a motorcycle as a woman, and I know that sounds silly, but it's true.” ThinkingKnowsWantImportantSoundImportant ThingsSillyBikeMotorcycleGood Relationship Author:Valentino Rossi
“I am able to ride the bike and think clearly about strategy and tyres. I also have positive thinking. I am very constructively critical.” ThinkingAblePositive ThinkingStrategyCriticalBikeTyres Author:Valentino Rossi
