I happened across a dealer today while out riding that had demo rides for the new wing. 2 were just sitting there so I felt compelled to take one for a spin. I have no interest in buying or owning one, but it just seemed like the thing to do.
This is my simple unbiased opinion from a 20 mile ride.
1st I was surprised at the exhaust note. Noticeably louder than my C14 with a CS1.
With the shield fully down, buffeting & wind noise was equal to my C14. I have a MRA Vario shield which is very small. With shield in full up position there was quite a bit of back pressure.
Front end felt very choppy on rough road. Went back on my C14 & rode it again. The 14 was a lot smoother. Rear end on the wing was silky smooth though. On smooth roads it was great.
Steering felt slow & heavy.
Storage? It looked like a 6 pack would fit in the side cases. Claim 2 full face helmets fit in the trunk, sure looked small. Glove box on right side fairing looked like it would hold a pack of cigarettes.
I have to say it runs great! Much more power than I expected, hits 100 really quick.
I up shift clutch-less & without thinking I did it on the wing, silky smooth.
From the front it looks great, much like a new FJR.
I was really expecting to be wowed by this bike, but I wasn't.
If I was actually interested in owning one the storage would be a absolute deal breaker for me. This is a top tier touring bike & that kind of storage is unexceptionable IMO.
All I can give it is, looks great from the front. Runs & shifts well.
They did have 3 white DCT's Joe & a mate grey blacked out non tour model Jay.
Cliff