Biaggi started the 2005 MotoGP season as an official factory Honda rider, joining American racer Nicky Hayden on the Repsol Honda Team with technical director Erv Kanemoto.

What is Max Biaggi’s full name?

Massimiliano “Max” Biaggi ( Italian pronunciation: [ˈmaks ˈbjaddʒi]; born 26 June 1971) is an Italian former professional Grand Prix motorcycle road racing World Champion and winner of the 2010 and 2012 World Superbike Championship.

What happened to Biaggi in the 2005 MotoGP?

It was hoped that continued cooperation with Kanemoto and the full factory support from Honda would make Biaggi one of the main title contenders in 2005. However, Biaggi finished the season in only fifth place.