the R3T might handle well but I can't see it being as good as the BA or SM just given the torque of the engine. The direction the engine turns makes the bike pull to one side when reved or want to stand up when turning one way. (can't remember right or left) I rode a normal R3 and felt this just like my old BMW that does the same thing. Not really bad just pointing it out since that does make it handle slightly worse than the BA or SM. Not making it bad to ride just not as good handling and easily gotten used to. Not fair comparison though since it's apple to oranges and the R3 handles well and is fun to ride, I still would like to get one.

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