| I moved from a Yamaha R1 to a 749 so some similarity.
I will just address a couple of the disadvantages.
Servicing costs, for me this is a lot higher, but should not be such a big jump on the ST3. The more miles you do the less the difference.
Dealer network (fewer dealers)
True, but if you are in the midlands you have at least 2 excellent places that should be in reach.
More 'agricultural' feel, not sure what that means, but for me on a 749 it is better suspension, better handling better engine (although less power obviously)
I think the finish on mine is better. I got loads of stone chips on the R1, much less on the 749, but I know others have had problems. I keep my bikes clean so no corrosion on either.
Rob |