> WEll, I think that's typically rider ability more than the bike. To some degree, I agree. Heh, that sounded funny. But really, while there is truth to the statement, let's not forget that our bike has some pretty impressive 'tech' features, like Fuel Injection, single-sided swing, anti-dive, multi-adjustable shocks, etc, etc.
I have given sportbike riders their money's worth more than once, much to their surprise. And mine too, frankly. I've also gotten smoked in a roll-on or two, with bikes with less cc's. Situation and ability make the difference. Will it blow a superbike off? Probably not. Will it blow a Goldwing off? No offense to the 'wing riders, but yeah! It is, in the best sense, a 'hybrid' bike. More sport than a tour bike, and more comfort than a bullet bike. It will do neither as will as the 'pure' bikes, but will outdo either on the opposite points. That's what I like about the bike. And it works for me. (And do people crowd around either of those other bikes to have a 'looky-loo'? Naahhh.....) Brandon Boy SA #666 (Bbbwwwhhhuuaaaaahhahahah.....!!!!) Hey! Where'd ya think the 'flameboy' came from, eh?
