I've owned a multitude of motorcycles over the last 50yrs and find little to gripe about on this motorcycle. Engine braking is a zero concern. If it brakes too much pull in the clutch or simply don't turn the throttle fully closed at 7,000rpm. Not sure what the big issue is, but no big deal. I've owned so many pieces of crap over the years. Honda V45 Interceptor? There have been some real "gems" over the years. Maybe younger riders expect perfection? I guess perfection is pretty hard to get in anything. Back when I started riding it was rare to see any motorcycle last more than 10,000 miles before being totally junk. So we need to check the spokes every 4,000 miles? Not difficult. The motorcycle is a real technical marvel in my opinion. I was sold the first picture I saw in 2010 and ordered that day.