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Big bang vs. cross plane is like fashion. Any particular company can eek out an advantage with a good design and of course a great rider or two. I really don't think it makes as much difference as the discussion it generates. Kevin Cameron has written some good insight on these things in recent issues of Cycle World. Fact is that Yamaha Moto GP bike is at a good place development wise and has been easier to ride for more riders. I think the WSBK bike is good but has some way to go as evidenced by Spies being successful but also having his difficulties and his team mate being more mid-pack. Combination of electronics, chasis and the motor. Happens to be cross-plane but... is it the main reason that its winnning? I say no!
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