EDITORS NOTES

BIKE RATING:

• It's a 9+, but I am not sure how to top it.. but reduce the weight, and trim some off the nose, and I think that would be a great start

LIKES:

• The horsepower is intoxicating... addicting... and a pure rush.

• The seat is comfortable, the riding position is very pleasant... for a sportbike!

• The looks of the bike, though it takes a few days to really appreciate, are incredible. Everybody, from Harley riders to those darn Ducati guys.. they all appreciate the workmanship.

DISLIKES:

• At speed, the front end does catch some side winds... and at really fast speeds, you can quickly get into trouble if you are not paying attention to it. At 45-60 MPH, it will let you know it's windy... but it's not a problem.

• The wind exiting the top of the fairing catches you right in the face.

• At 4750 to 5000 RPM, there is an annoying vibration in the engine... which at first will make you think there is something wrong. It occurs when you are just trying to pass somebody... so it takes some getting use to.

OVERALL:

• Get one... at $10,500 list, you won't be sorry... unless you loose your drivers license!