Brad Binder says edge grip improvements will go a long way to beating Ducati.
The factory KTM rider never managed to pass Martin, although he did come close to doing so at turn one when beginning lap two.Speaking after his impressive podium result, Binder said: “It was great. Awesome to be on the podium. I had an amazing start and got past a few guys early on.
“These were really the first few laps at night in the dry since the test. It took me a couple of laps to find my feet but I’m happy to see where we have improved and the steps we have made.Although Binder stayed within a second of Martin throughout the race, a lack of edge grip is why Binder struggled to make an overtake.
Asked what they need to work on, Binder added: “Edge grip. We are missing that compared to them and if we can find that it can go a long way.
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