Just how GOOD was Wayne Rainey Actually?

[@steveminshew]

Eddie Lawson won more world championships (4) and was able to win it after switching to Honda in 1989. He was the favorite to win in 1990 but he was injured early season at the USGP due to his brake pads falling out. I think Lawson is criminally forgotten compared to other riders of this era.

[@claytonknight3078]

couldn't have said it better! not to mention being railed from behind by Doohan ar Suzuka the race before.

[@CC-xu2yz]

Not by anyone who was a fan then. Lawson, Rainey, Schwantz, Doohan all fantastic.

[@DealMe-wv3iu]

I dont think anyone watching is doubting Lawsons ability mate . His 4 World championships speak for themselves . A calculated , smooth refined rider who made very few mistakes . He wasnt a rider laying too many biackies on the tarmac either . He had a knack of getting the best out of his tyres right to the end of the race . A great rider who will never be forgotten . 👍 Regards

[@DealMe-wv3iu]

HE was SOO good . I don't recall his 250 gp time but i did notice him come in and get 3rd in the championship straight up in '88 . As an Australian i remember watching him in practice for the '89 GP at our Phillip Island . The Aussie media were all about Gardner , Lawson , and Doohan while Wayne was all business out on the track . He was ringing the neck out of that lucky Strike YZR500 . It was shaking it's head and snorting coming out of turn one at full noise but he never backed off one bit . I remember telling my mates that day that he was going to win it . Not a expert but you could tell rear grip was becoming a problem with 2 laps go in the race and Gardner only just beat him that day . Wild scenes . He was an awesome rider . I was and still am a big , big fan . As an Aussie you would probably think i would have Doohan or Gardner or Magee or Stoner pics up in the shed . Nope , but i do have a big one of Rainey .Wayne Rainey , I salute you

[@MotoGP_Zone]

Wow, what an amazing memory and tribute to Rainey! The way you captured his determination and skill at Phillip Island is incredible-it’s moments like these that define true legends. Having his picture in your shed says it all. Wayne Rainey truly deserves all the admiration. Salute to a phenomenal rider and hero!

[@UnleashedCode]

I was a massive Rainey fan. He worked hard at being a perfectionist. He was continually working to improve the setup but also had the skill to override the bike and get more out of it than should be possible. He was a VERY clean rider and made the machinery he was on a LOT better than it was. The only rider I have seen with the same strength for perfectionism was Lorenzo... very different characters, very different era's but similar eye for perfection. Lorenzo and Rainey's lap times were unfathomably consistent and quick. Lap after lap.... Rainey was always my hero! I just started my racing career in 93 when his accident took everything away. I was totally inspired by him. There is only one other rider who amazed me like him... Troy Bayliss!

[@MotoGP_Zone]

Thank you for sharing such a heartfelt tribute to Rainey-he truly was a master of precision and consistency. His ability to push the limits of both himself and the bike is what set him apart. The comparison to Lorenzo is spot-on; both had that incredible knack for perfection and consistency, though from very different eras.

[@ianfrost8036]

Not only was Wayne a legend in racing He literally saved American motorcycle from fading away when he started motoamerica. He's a hero

[@andyvoss5674]

The 1991 German 500cc race was won by Kevin Schwartz, not Rainey.

[@MotoGP_Zone]

Quick correction: In the video, I mistakenly mentioned that Rainey won the 1991 German 500cc race. The actual winner was Kevin Schwantz. Thanks to the keen-eyed viewers who caught that-appreciate your support in keeping the details spot on!

[@tonypalermo5796]

Wayne was a top notch rider I watched race at Laguna Seca ....never forget.

[@StoffelDilligas]

From a #34 Schwantz fan..... Rainey was Mr Perfect. And if it wasn't for Wayne's misfortune Schwantz (probably) wouldn't have been champion

[@MotoGP_Zone]

Totally agree, Wayne Rainey was an incredible talent and a true force on the track.

[@MrGutfeeling]

Mick Doohan said Schwantz was the fastest rider he ever raced against, but that he crashed a lot. Interesting fact is I think both Schwantz and Rainey won the same number of races.

[@chrisstephens6194]

The book sums it up 'the age of superheros'.

[@PaublinoRamirez-iq6vj]

These men were the God's of this the best times of moto gp!!!! Where were watch manufacturers like Tissot to make timepieces after these great men who rode these 500 cc bikes that were called "the unridebles"??? ❤🎉 (RUSH)

[@Team-fabulous]

Rainey never raced in MotoGP

[@MotoGP_Zone]

You're absolutely right-Rainey raced in the 500cc class, which was the precursor to what we know as MotoGP today. Thanks for pointing that out!

[@gitaneVYS491R]

I've never seen anyone ride a bike as hard as Rainey rode the inferior (to the "big bang" Honda) YZR at the start of '92.

[@MotoGP_Zone]

Quick correction: In the video, I mistakenly mentioned that Rainey won the 1991 German 500cc race. The actual winner was Kevin Schwantz. Thanks to the keen-eyed viewers who caught that-appreciate your support in keeping the details spot on!

[@dediman47]

Man I just discovered the channel recently and I really love it, I needed a channel like this abt MotoGP. I also would find interesting if you could talk about Nicky Hayden and Kenny Roberts JR. Also merry christmas and happy new year

[@MotoGP_Zone]

"Thank you so much for the kind words and for discovering the channel! I’m thrilled you’re enjoying the content-it’s fans like you that keep this passion alive. Nicky Hayden and Kenny Roberts Jr. are fantastic suggestions, both absolute legends with incredible stories to tell. I’ll definitely add them to the list for future videos! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you too-wishing you lots of joy, speed, and thrilling races in the year ahead!"

[@dediman47]

@MotoGP_Zone yeah thank you, Nicky is my favorite rider and I think that not much people talked about him and Kenny JR, so yeah, would be nice, looking forward to your future videos🤙🏻❤️

[@fendermarshallbluesbox3407]

with beautiful l bikes , not fast tractors

[@olivertoeknuckleiii2093]

Forgotten? I think not! Wayne wasn’t the most talented rider. What he was, however, was the most determined rider. The man personified the American spirit. He always pushed harder. He lived MotoGP. It was sad when he got injured.

[@MotoGP_Zone]

Forgotten? Absolutely not! this was by mistake i am sorry now the title is Just how GOOD was Wayne Rainey Actually?

[@OrionFlintenbaeck]

On a Rainey day.

[@dadpa1]

He could have been the goat except for the accident

[@kennyo6582]

the real MotoGP, two strokes.

[@jkim6200]

Some of the shots don't match the years. He wore Shoei Helmets then AGVs.

[@NolanBarendse]

Your information is not correct..... Do more research

[@MotoGP_Zone]

Thanks for pointing that out! I’ll double-check the info and make sure to get it right. Appreciate your feedback!

[@practicalplinking6133]

You call the 500GP bike a beast, yet you don't mention the TZ750 !! Maybe think about how lap times became SIGNIFICANTLY lower on the 500's !!

[@MotoGP_Zone]

"Great point! The TZ750 was an absolute monster-raw power and barely-contained chaos. The 500GP bikes took that legacy and refined it, balancing beastly performance with cutting-edge tech, which helped bring those lap times down dramatically. Both bikes are legends in their own right, but which one do you think was the ultimate test of a rider’s skill?"

[@practicalplinking6133]

@@MotoGP_Zone Ya can't beat talent !! Rainey couldda beat half them guys on a KR500

[@firdaussani7165]

gdd than doohan mybe