Dynamic Packages , which is almost “ everything ”. On the rider-friendly side , you have cruise control , heated grips ( I love this ), tyre pressure monitoring ( handy and a safety aid ), DDC ( Dynamic Damping Dontrol ), DTC ( Dynamic Traction Control ) plus a USB charging port . Then for the racey types there is an M Endurance Chain and an M GPS Lap trigger timer with details clearly illuminated on the large TFT screen . Also , there is dual channel selectable ABS Pro and Race ABS , Hill Start Assist , Launch Control and an anti-hopping ( slipper ) clutch .
TOO FOCUSED ? This is one super highly focused , super high tech road legal race machine that is exceptionally clever ! But is it too highly focused and one dimensional for road joys ...? Well , yes and no . Super high tech , yes , and an ultra-focused race machine – the outstanding 7 minute 23 second lap at Nordschleife with only the mirrors removed and an aftermarket muffler on an otherwise totally stock bike prove that . But perhaps the most remarkable thing is its civility in everyday use . It is astoundingly easy to ride and even for my ageing lanky frame , pretty damn comfortable . It is genuinely amazing how we can have the best of both worlds now-a-days .
PROOF IS IN THE RIDING However , before I get too excited , let ’ s go for a ride . The riding position is reasonably roomy for
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