Definitely different! I grew up on various types of bikes and I just got back in the game a little over a year ago (from a 10 year absence) with the Monster. I've outgrown it and need something a little snappier. In retrospect, I should have done it to begin with, but I can't change that now. Want to make sure I make the right decision now...is the 959 enough, or should I consider the 1299? Does anyone with the 959 think they should have gone for the 1299?
Not much, if any, track use expected.
I would definitely recommend the 959 over the 1299 for street use. I considered both and my friend bought a 1299 S the same day I bought my 959.
I paid $15k. He paid $25k. To me the extra power, little drop in weight, clutch less downshifts, upgraded components, and sssa looks were not worth that much more. Also, my 959 is much better if you ever get stuck in stop and go traffic.
I would say test drive both of them. I have taken my 959 on the track about 8 times this year. I have gotten to the point where it would be nice to have that extra HP. But I'm glad that I did not spend the extra $10k. And that extra HP can get us in trouble.
Good luck with whatever you decide. If you get the 959 and actually do outgrow it, you can always trade it in for a 1299 down the road.
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