Even more than the fork, the new front brake set-up impresses. You would expect a massive increase in power going from a conventional caliper mounting to radial mounting, while simultaneously increasing brake disc diameter. That is just what Jeff experienced. The front brake is phenomenal, combining huge power with excellent feel and progressivity. Quite possibly the best brake yet on a stock sport bike!

If the R6 had a flaw last year (it didn't have many -- it won more than one 600cc sport bike shootout), it was that, under racing conditions, the conventional forks could flex and feel a bit imprecise. Not a big deal on the street (if even noticeable), but for track use and racing, upside down forks seem to add that little bit of extra stiffness and precision needed for confidence in the front end.