Hamilton sends Rossi a message after Jerez Superbike test

Lewis Hamilton confirmed his love for motorbike racing after a track test last weekend in Jerez where the F1 driver sampled a Yamaha Super Bike machine.

Donned in black leathers and riding a Yamaha YZF-R1, Hamilton enjoyed an outing alongside World Superbike riders Alex Lowes and Michael van der Mark during an event set up by Yamaha and British track-day provider No Limits.

While Hamilton suffered an inconsequential spill during the test, the Mercedes driver thoroughly enjoyed his experience and shared his thoughts on social media on Monday morning.

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"Good morning! Woke up feeling great today," wrote the five-time F1 world champion.

"Miss riding the superbike already. FYI I’ve always loved two wheels more than four.

"Always wanted a motorbike since I was a kid however I am super grateful my dad got me a kart. But current new love is out on track on my bike.

"I have the highest regard and respect for these motorbike riders," he added.

"It’s a much different discipline however, require some of the same basics such as time, patience, fearlessness, focus, agility and risk taking – all of which make a sport exciting.

"And yes, I’d love to race bikes. But these guys are on another level so I think I’ll just enjoy riding and testing the limits on track."

Mercedes boss Toto Wolff will have likely let out a sigh of relief after reading the last sentence of Hamilton's message.

The Brit signed off with a few words for MotoGP legend Valentino Rossi, saying he needed to visit the Italian at his motocross ranch in Tavullia, Italy.

"Valentino Rossi I need to come to the ranch asap," he said.

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