Having recently tested Suzuki's latest GSX-R, Yamaha's YZF-R1 and even Kawasaki's ZX10R last year, it's amazing how well the latest liter bikes are performing these days. Even so, of the models Soup's been invited to test, and (as Soup suspects) the others we haven't, each continue following an almost identical development path, all built to, or within a price point. Their respective manufactures subtly refine or, otherwise, improve their existing platforms. But, in all current cases, honestly, little more than mechanical continuations of the same ongoing design are the rule. And, with the exception of traction control making a welcomed appearance on this year's R1 and Yamaha joining Ducati, Kawasaki, BMW, Aprilia and MV with the fitment of ever-advancing electronic packages, yes, the level of improvement increases, however, the investment level for change, not so much. In other words, for the most part, today's innovation for new models remains virtually status quo. It also seems that, at least from a financial perspective, a complete retooling for the major four UJM's would be a risky endeavor these days, at best, and an option few would entertain....More here
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