Bradley Smith set the pace in testing in Jerez

Polaris World rider Bradley Smith is hoping he can challenge at the MotoGP in Jerez after mechanical problems hit his challenge in Qatar.

"Despite having to ride catch up after scoring no points in Qatar we are taking positives from that opening weekend," said the Oxfordshire rider.

"We are going into the race with plenty of confidence and just looking for that change of luck."

The second MotoGP of the season takes place at Jerez in Spain on 30 March.

Smith became the first Briton to take a 125cc pole in 36 years in Losail.