| Just thought I'd add my bit for what its worth....
I moved from an R1 to a 999s bip. Within 20 miles I knew it was the right choice. The 999 just feels so together, the difference between the 2 bikes is amazing.
I've just dropped the gearing on mine and it makes it (in my opinion) alot more fun to use on public roads - and you get to use 5th and 6th too!!
The chap who dyno'd my 999s last week also set up my R1 (exhaust, dynojet, etc.) a couple of years ago. We overlaid the two graphs - the R1 has as much torque as the Duke!!
The key is the manner in which it delivers it. The average rider will be able to ride the twin much quicker than an equivalent jap 4. (wheel recovery, power pulses, blah blah blah)
I guess that is what makes the 999 such a hoot - its just so easy (and safe) to ride fast. |