Well after a quick ride I can say it is a definite improvement whether that is down to the heavier grade oil or just the fact that what was in there was well past it's best and had gradually deteriorated is debateable.


The bike feels more planted, holding a tighter line when cornering with less see-sawing on rough roads and when accelerating.No masssive decrease in dive when braking but certainly less.

I also reckon the engine was smoother, I guess because there was less movement at the swingarm so less chain play up and down - I think some of us have experienced the effect of a worn or badly adjusted chain has on the fuel injection.

I had a quick spin offroad down a byway and again a definite improvement with the bike following a cleaner line, couldn't up the speed as it's been raining all week and I'm running on Distanzias but I'm hoping it will tackle bigger bumps and dips better.