I admit being shocked at how thirsty it was... but man the thing set the standard for handling, making testing some of the following bikes a bit difficult. It spoiled me... I think I could justify the gas bills.
They're trying way too hard. Its cool in its own way, but its way overstyled. Kind of like the motorcycle equivalent of a Spyker. Too many weird lines, shapes, accents. They compare the Monster to it in a negative light and I can't agree. The Monster has much better lines and proportions.
Interesting from a persomance point of view though
Seen this bike in Europe last August, flat black /red frame.
Looked awesome, and I,m not even a naked bike enthusiast.
That said, for $24.000.00 you can buy a 1098S with real
suspension and equal 'poser value' or a kickass Japanese
liter bike that will outperform & outlive both and still
leave $10,000.00 in your bank account...
The Monster is a lot more "classic" naked, but even the folks in Ducati are starting to say that it's looking dated. The Benelli worked for me aesthetically but I can see how it wouldn't be everyones cup of tea. Still I think it serves the street-fighter/naked bike market well by pushing the envelop looks wise.
I seem to recall crowds forming around the Benelli, even within a 20-pack of the latest supersports - people would walk over from the other side of the street or parking lot to admire. Even a 1098 won't get that kind of attention. I fought for position behind Neil on the rides just to hear the bike.
I saw this bike when Cycle Magazine had it at Porteu Cove, all I can say is sexy. It's now the background on my phone because that is the closest I can get to owning one. Didn't like the fact that part of the fairing was just hanging but with a proper screw in there I would be all over it.
My pizza just arrived so I'll condense my input: excellent article; I want one of these and why not?
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