I'm not bashing Honda or any of the reviewers. In fact I'm waiting for the dealer to call as soon as he gets in their demo bikes. And as soon as I take a demo ride, I'll probably write the check. I just want to see a review that isn't done under the watchful eyes of Honda engineers.
When I bought my ST1300, I had never seen one in person, much less ridden one. But I read a review while sitting in a doctor's office. The review consisted of 3 riders over several days, comparing a ST1300, a FJR, and a Connie. The ST came up short in horsepower, acceleration, and a couple of other things according to the specs given. The thing that convinced me was the 3 riders were beginning to fight over who got to ride the ST. In their summaries, they all mentioned how the ST fell short in some of the specs, but they still would buy it over the other two bikes tested. I'm not saying that there's anything wrong with a FJR Or Connie, but 3 riders, over several days and many different roads, all picked the ST. I have a Wing and a ST1300 and really and honestly can't tell you which one I like better. I'm riding to a RTE this morning, and won't know which one I'll take, until I turn the key. If the 2018 Wing is anything like these bikes, I'll be happy.
I do have a question for the DCT guys. Can you still drag the rear brake, during slow speed maneuvers? The reason I ask is, I have a car with a DCT, and when you apply the brake at slow speeds, the clutch disengages.
Ride Safe
John