Thanks - great advice. I certainly find that ive learned most about bikes from riding different ones. I used to have a '99 Monster M750, and after riding my friends '09 696 I was shocked/outraged at how much more precise the throttle and turn-in were. Less than month later I had a S2R.

Your S2R probably suffers from one of the things that started to bother me on my M800Sie. That was the lack of good, adjustable suspension. If you like your S2R, and I fully understand why you would, then you might consider upgrading the forks and rear shock. They can be pricey pieces, but it ...

Hi all...

Curious if anyone went from a Monster to a Multi and can give their thoughts? Kindly refrain from flaming (like the time I asked if anyone wanted to trade...) just curious what was better and what was worse. I'm riding a S2R 800 which I absolutely love... for about 140 miles. Past that ...

you'll kindly note I didn't say "respond if not interested"

The whole concept of multistrada ownership has just hit me and I'm considering trading my Monster S2R 800 for one. It's a 2006, Red/Red Frame/White Marchesni wheels, 4000 miles, all stock, garaged, literally perfect condition. I'm located in CT/NY but willing to travel within reason.

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