[Hendo66]

Have owned both after recently moving up to the 1200, I find it an "easier" bike to ride overall for the following reason taking into account most of my riding is on the black stuff or dirt roads.

* smoother power delivery and no snatchy throttle
* ease of braking balance with linked brakes, lazy I know
* better wind protection
* no dive in the front end
* better long distance manners, more comfortable etc
* better carrying capability of luggage, pillion
* lower centre of gravity, better balanced
* gearbox is more positive
* steering requires less input

All in my opinion if its of any use to OP