So I was reading sportrider mag a couple days ago and came across an article on the new R1. It talked about the Yamaha d-mode switch which sounds like an awesome idea, so I was wondering if they offer it on any other bikes (or other manufacturers have such a thing)? I would love to see this come to the R6 or other bikes as a litre bike is still (and may always be) more than I want/need.

From another website:

"* The R1 features Yamaha D-MODE (or drive mode) with rider-selectable throttle control maps to program YCC-T performance characteristics for riding conditions. The standard map is designed for optimum overall performance. The

 

Doesn't Suzuki have a three-mode switch on at least their 1000?

 

Suzuki has it on all of their GSXR models IIRC.

 

Oh...I think KTM has it in their RC8r as well.

 

And the upcoming Ducati 1198s.

 

I believe Suzuki was the first(correct me if im wrong) and got bashed for it. Seems its catching on now.

 

a PowerComander module will do more better and is a common thing to see.

 

Si!

 

If you really must, just ad traction control... http://www.bazzazperformance.com pricey, but no more then aftermarket exhaust.

 

Cool thanks for the info guys.

Traction control has nothing to do with it (for me at least) the main thing I like about it is the less sharp throttle response would be nice for when I'm stuck in traffic in the city, plus I tend to not have the length of straight aways on my ride home to really get these bikes into the high-rpm ranges, so any extra response/performance in the low-mid is great for daily riding, while still keeping the over-all performance for when I get to go have fun on weekends.