::004:: EricV is right about the touchy/twitch throttle. I've never seen it as a negative, only a "huh, that's different". I used "T" for about the first month, but then I switched to "S", acclimated to it....and never switched back. As stated, smaller throttle inputs. I drive mine daily, so my adjustment time was much shorter than a person that only rides occasionally. If you ever rode that FJR pictured with your XR, the throttle is similar. I, like many here, have migrated from the FJR. I never test drove mine either, and do not have any remorse. Favorite bike ever. Good luck ::001::