Cheers guys, i'm amazed by it to be honest. I came from a 2012 BMW S1000RR which is a fantastic bike, if not a better overall bike. It does everything well... good power, good fuel economy, comfy etc etc. But i just wanted something that felt like it had a soul or at least more character. I only ride on weekends (sunny ones at that!) so wanted an occasion every time i went out, something that would make me feel alive and smile.
The sound from even the stock exhaust is amazing, I have no idea how they got it through all the road tests.
I've just run it in already around Wales and it had it's first service today (I got it last week really) and it really is amazing, easily the best bike I have ridden. Every time i touch the throttle i grin like a nutter.
The thing DRINKS fuel though, luckily mine has the increased size fuel tank, as even sticking to 6,000rpm max for run in i was using 2-3 litres more fuel on every stop than a Fireblade that was using all it's revs. haha
I would love an AR exhaust but i need to be able to get onto trakdays / 'ring. There was an RSV4 at the 'ring last year with an AR GP2R and he was not allowed on due to the noise. I might settle for the Akrapovic and get it cut down a little for the factory look.
I may not be able to make Wales again next weekend, but if i will let you know either way Ross. It may be a last minute decision.