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I've read "reviews" of the RE 650 interceptor both here and on dedicated review sites but what I'd really like is a review of how it compares directly to a stock 850 Commando as far as overall feel, acceleration, braking, handling etc. Any specific good (or bad) points compared to the Commando? I realize the RE will be essentially maintenance-free in comparison and that's somewhat important but I'm primarily interested in how the bike actually feels/operates on the rode compared to a well-maintained Commando. Per reviews the RE is a bit heavier than the Commando though reliable Commando weights are a bit scarce! So does the RE FEEL heavier than the Commando on the road or moving it around the garage?

[QUOTE="MexicoMike, post: 632424, member: 1870"] I've read "reviews" of the RE 650 interceptor both here and on dedicated review sites but what I'd really like is a review of how it compares [B]directly[/B] to a stock 850 Commando as far as overall feel, acceleration, braking, handling etc. Any specific good (or bad) points compared to the Commando? I realize the RE will be essentially maintenance-free in comparison and that's somewhat important but I'm primarily interested in how the bike actually feels/operates on the rode compared to a well-maintained Commando. Per reviews the RE is a bit heavier than the Commando though reliable Commando weights are a bit scarce! So does the RE FEEL heavier than the Commando on the road or moving it around the garage? [/QUOTE]