I was expecting everthing to have that awkward new feel, like you get with a new pair of boots, untill you get bedded in. But not so, the gearbox is smooth and throttle response feels positive , together making accelerating through the gears and short shifting feel effortless.The blustery conditions couldnt upset the stability or the superb balanced feel it gives when changing direction and shifting weight. I rode across the top of the North York moors on a single track road, wet, bumpy and covered in cattle muck,a real test for sure, but was still confident with the grip and comfort and could only wonder why I wasnt testing in Spain instead. But as i descended from the clouds down on to some faster roads, I managed to open it up a little, ( within the legal limits of course ) and suffice to say that was very pleasing also, even in mode c on the mapping options.

I hope to have another good run before the weekend and then let Powersport boys get on with fully preparing the bike for the season, and will post updates on that soon. Regards Ian

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