Yep, Chillo is right, the shorter stroke 998R motor is a good bit better. Remember, the 996R motor was the first testastretta motor. They were bound to make it better, which they did for the 998R.
Originally posted by chillo they are both fantastic (virtually identical) bikes, but the motor in 998R felt much stronger (and smoother) which is what i liked about it! IMHO
But also a good bit more expensive !!!!
If i get the 6R it would not cost me to much but the 8R would put me back in the hands of the bank manager again