Any time a Yamaha can be sold to purchase a quality machine such as a Honda, it's a no brainer? Honda has always made quality bikes throughout the years. Although they might not be the innovators of the ATV industry, they study and test products until they are perfect and will not release them to the public until they have made a 150% quality and sound machine. I cannot wait until the 700xx is out, i already have money down at a local dealer to get the first one!