Just test rode the new 1200S. What a powerful machine. It only had 12 miles on her so I didn't woop on her but she still went like a wild cat. Back to the shop with 34 miles on the odo now. I rode my 2006 S2R1000 to the shop and I also rode her home. I'd add the 1200 to the stable but wouldn't trade my "06" for her. The seating was fantastic and I'm sure I could easily handle 600-700+ mile road days on her. The power will be super scary terrific when she's broken in.
Whats better about the 1k?
How are they different?