Some of what you assert maybe bang on but to be fair if you are after higher performing mega reliable bikes that can perform in loads of roles for what is effectively pretty little money (you can pay more for a middle of the road mountain bike than this asking price) and you need to be sure the bike will still be performing down the line the RT is not in the running the FJR is far quicker and way more reliable, its pretty simple really.lovely bikes, but sadly the market has tanked for old heavy bikes like this, look how cheap 2005-7 R1200RTs are now (£1500-£2500)