Buster wrote on 05/21/17 at 06:49:28:Congratulations on your new Honda. I really liked the automatic DCT on my CTX and thought it was much happier than my S40 at higher speeds, but in no way did it feel lighter or more maneuverable than my S40. At least that's my experience from owning both. Maybe the DCT made the difference. CTX was much better at overall handling than my C50 or Shadow 750, but I was really surprised when I was able to turn around neighborhood corners tighter, faster and without scraping foot pegs on S40 compared to the CTX. I really liked the sport/touring/cruiser versatility, superior braking and long commute comfort of the CTX, but still very happy with the S40.
I'm pretty sure the DCT adds like 40 or 50 lbs so that could be. It doesn't feel lighter while standing still and moving the bike side to side but steering response and maneuverability seem more planted and precise maybe giving the illusion of being lighter, also I weigh 250lbs so I have enough weight to man handle the bike. I can do a feet up u turn on a standard road no problem. I'm almost positive the ctx has more lean before you start scraping pegs. Cornering speed for me is kinda the same since I drive back country roads most of the time the corners are always covered in dirt and gravel so I corner cautiously. Braking is much better on the CTX I agree and I am very much enjoying my daily commute. I took it today even though I know I'm probably going to get rained on for my ride home.
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