Dovizioso 'excited' about new team

The Italian has moved to the works team after a strong rookie season with the satelite JiR Scot squad.

Dovizioso rode this year's RC212V bike, similar to the one he raced with during the season, but fitted with Bridgestone tyres instead of Michelins.

He admitted there is still a lot to learn, but was pleased with his first day of work.

"It's been a really exciting day," said the Italian, who finished a second off teammate Dani Pedrosa's pace. "The bike feels good, it feels like an evolution of my 2008 bike, like a step forward, which is what I expected, so I'm happy.

"Compared to my 08 bike, the factory bike has many positive points, in particular the engine is both smoother and more powerful. Right from the start the stability at the front was very good.

"With the electronics, I need more time to learn and understand them, especially traction control as there are so many settings.

"I also tried Bridgestone tyres for the first time today, they seem fine, but I need to slightly adapt my riding style to get the best from them.

"All in all it was a positive first day but I still have a lot to learn. With my new team we start working step by step and I like this system."