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Reviewed on March 6, 2004
As a sport rider for over 20 years, I've owned bikes such as the Suzuki GSX-R750, Honda VFR750, Kawasaki Ninja 600R and the venerable Kawasaki EX500. As far as off-the-line jump, roll-on acceleration, flickability and long-term comfort, this is the best bike I've ever owned. It still looks mean...
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As a sport rider for over 20 years, I've owned bikes such as the Suzuki GSX-R750, Honda VFR750, Kawasaki Ninja 600R and the venerable Kawasaki EX500. As far as off-the-line jump, roll-on acceleration, flickability and long-term comfort, this is the best bike I've ever owned. It still looks mean and I can still slide the rear end and manage a 3rd gear wheelie without lying on the gas tank. Maybe it's my oompa loompa height but I don't get uncomfortable after long rides. However, I have to tiptoe at stops due to the high chair. For us old folks, this is the one.
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