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Originally Posted by Reddoak
Exhaust noise: Get a nice slip on, they have a nice popping idle and an aggressive tone that is considerably different from any I4. Like a Harley on 'roids. That said... still sounds like an industrial machine. Welcome to twins!
Twitchy throttle: Yup. A Power Commander and a good map went a long way towards improving the throttle response and feel. However, the 650s really engine brake hard, and aggressive downshifting will easily unsettle the rear of the bike. Even chopping the throttle at higher RPMs can be a bit harsh. Use the clutch accordingly.
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Haha. Something about the "industrial machine" comparison made me lol.
I'm thinking about moving up to a 650R when I'm ready too, and that exhaust note (from what I've heard on youtube) kinda bothers me. But I'll deal.
As for the engine braking...Were there any plans to introduce a slipper clutch to the new 650s, like they have in the 250R?