putting around town. In the twisties it's very comfortable :) Also on the freeway the wind seems to hold you up pretty well so there isn't much pressure on the wrists. The bike is my dads(20 years old=no 20k motorcycle). He sold his 04 monster s4r and bought this awhile back. I loved the monster. Extremely comfortable to ride and plenty of power. It doesn't compare the 1098 though.