Traction control is a matter of a long-travel throttle pedal and fat tyres. There are no airbags nor ABS brakes – there is nothing to save you from yourself if you bite off more than you can chew. Security equipment is reasonable.

The swooping bodywork not only gives superior aerodynamics, it also increases luggage carrying potential. Although you’ll never be able to carry a bike in one, it will cope with luggage for two people.