4 cylinders or 2 cylinders - different appraches to the same problem of going fast. I love my MV but I enjoy riding my 916 far more. Why? Well, the weight distribution is so low and neutral that the 916 feels more stable and secure, I would never worry about losing the front end for example. The power is linear and I know what I will get whatever I ask - the MV needs to be spun beyond 7,000 but the 916 pulls from 3,000 and the fuel injection is far crisper and more accurate. I love the howl from the IL4 but I am besotted by the sound from the 50mm Termis. The MV turns so much more quickly and is really secure on her side, the 916 is harder to turn but fills me with more confidence. The MV is quicker and get there more easily but the 916 is so much more relaxing, it's like the Bob Marley song: 'don't worry 'bout a thing' The MV gets far more attention ... well, she is beautiful
Just different ways of doing the same job IMHO
