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… — Valentino Rossi Copy Share Image
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… — Valentino Rossi Copy Share Image
You 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. The sport, your rivals, the tyres, your motorcycle, everything changes so instead you need to work more… — Valentino Rossi Copy Share
Barcelona is a special track. I have always loved the layout of the circuit, but also the atmosphere and the fans are special. It… — Valentino Rossi Copy Share Image
I would have probably stolen cars - it would have given me the same adrenaline rush as racing. — Valentino Rossi Copy Share Image
The work that we do during the winter is very important; we have a new bike and it's important to develop it during this… — Valentino Rossi Copy Share Image
Also, when I started racing he knew a lot of people and it was more easy for me to find the first bike, so… — Valentino Rossi Copy Share Image
I am still here because I like to prove myself. I still like to ride the bike on track and enjoy the races. I… — Valentino Rossi Copy Share Image
As for the level of spectacle of the two disciplines, I leave it to the people who watch the races to comment. — Valentino Rossi Copy Share Image
I have so much respect for my opponents; many of them watched the races as little children and were supporting me! — Valentino Rossi Copy Share Image
Maybe if Graziano make another work or another sport I wouldn't have had this passion to be a rider — Valentino Rossi Copy Share Image
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… — Valentino Rossi Copy Share Image
