TOM SYKES tested the 2011 Kawasaki ZX-10R at Magny-Cours today.
This is the first European shakedown of the new 2011 Kawasaki. Sykes has been heavily involved in testing the machine back in Japan. During WSB testing yesterday, Sykes opted not to go out due to poor weather conditions.
Sykes is essentially the third rider in a 3-man Kawasaki WSB team, funded by Paul Bird. Katsuaki Fujiwara (pictured right) was also out testing the new 2011 WSB-spec ZX10R while talented Supersport racer Gino Rea rode the 2010 ZX-10R.
Haga, Fabrizio and Laverty were also out in force today in the sunny yet crisp conditions.
