Minor revision with fairing redesign, stronger fork legs (up to 41mm from 37mm), a more reliable ignition system and 17 inch wheels front and rear.

The two upper members of the bicycle fork that connect to the crown (also called fork legs).

To measure road race courses the counter is fitted to a bicycle between the left fork leg and the front wheel.

Other components were also enameled in black including the lower fork legs, handlebars, and rear grab rails.

The engine itself was enameled mostly in black, as were the lower fork legs, handlebars, and rear grab rail, pieces that were normally chromed.

This eliminates flexing of the fork legs and also eliminates static friction, which must be overcome before the fork begins to travel.

The dual hydraulic fork legs are completely functional, and the multiangle bends in the handlebars are just as unusual.

The right fork leg carries a damping cartridge while both legs contain springs.

Compression damping is done on one fork leg, rebound damping on the other.

One recent bike has tapered fork legs resembling those of a praying mantis.