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Up close and personal with the 2014 Honda RCV1000R as ridden by Nicky Hayden at Circuit of the Americas.

I really like these close ups for the opportunities they give to examine the details of MotoGP. Even though the engine shown here didn’t live up to its promise over the 2014 season, it’s still an interesting source of study.

From the blue slip indicator paint, to the wire locking the nut in place, to the wear on the gear cogs and chain, there’s a lot to look at in a close up image like this. Enjoy!

Photograph: ©2014 by Scott Jones / PHOTO.GP – All Rights Reserved

Camera Info: Nikon D4 with Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8

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Honda RCV1000R