Have you ridden a Griso? It looks like it has much less legroom than an MTS. Less power. More unsprung weight due to shaft drive. The Griso is pretty high on the pose factor, and that can be nice down at Starbucks. I think if you push on a bit when riding that you'll like the MTS much more. Griso ...

I understand the reasoning when you suggest the used bike concept, but its so difficult to satisfy the "need" for the latest greatest, if you know what I mean. I know its only a few more horsepower,

To be blunt, why do you need the latest and greatest anyway? You're not going to be able to use it ...