Both the kwaks are a little faster and slowly walk away, but who gives a ...., my 14 would smack all three in the mouth. All of these bikes are sensational and it boils down to brand loyalty and looks for the average sportbike guy. If i were buying a 1000 sport bike, it would be the Yamaha, i dont care if the Kwak is 3mph faster, i like the looks and engine of the Yamaha better, i love the sound of the cross plain. The only one i wouldnt buy is the BMW RR. That thing is quickly gaining a reputation of a ticking time bomb. I have 2 friends that have had them and though they are quick as ...., they HAVE internal issues.