08-29-2014, 07:41 PM
I can routinely pass cars in 6th gear just by rolling on. I'll admit I'm fascinated by the HP numbers of the KTM Super Duke R, but I have to wonder how much HP can/does one use in a reasonable "I want to keep my license and not die" sense. In the September issue of Cycle World there's an article about engine downsizing by Kevin Cameron that's begs the question of how much of the motor performance do you actually use. I think the CB does a spectacular job providing usable power without using premium fuel, high compression, or water cooling to get it done. But I wouldn't want it any smaller.