As stated, these are my thoughts. I don't expect everyone to agree.

First, I don't care if my cruise control ever works. I didn't buy it for that reason and to be honest I find it silly that it was ever fitted to this machine.

I don't look at my instrument cluster while riding other than to check the engine temp intermittently. I've noticed it flickering between 1st and 6th gear every time I ride (once again, just keeping an eye on operating temp with a glance).

I had previously been very excited for the release of the 450ss... not anymore...

Why? I can't deny the feel of my 700 sport. It fits ME like a glove. I love the moderate power and the sound that ramps up from the intake in a furious rush. Yes, my machine generates smiles every time I ride. I'm enamored by it. But....

CFMOTO doesn't seem to care about it's customer base. I was expecting a recall, ecu reflash? parts swap? whatever it takes to make this machine operate in it's entirety and as intended. Nope.... Seems that isn't happening. If CFMOTO refuses to acknowledge this problem, what problems will I have to look forward to that they also choose to ignore? As I said... LOVE the ride. But no, no 450ss for me. I won't commit to this company again. I guess I'll be purchasing a Ninja 400 next. I've lost faith in this company's business practices. If you are trying to grow a customer base, it starts by taking care of the customer. Seems pretty simple to me.

Rant over. See y'all on the street. Ride safe.

Thanks for the review, all valid points. My gear selection has started to get wonky on the display as well. I am still enjoying the bike I have about 3000 miles on it.

I love the bike but it's starting to have the same problem as everyone else and it's annoying.

And here I am. All these miles later. Nothing but oil changes, brake pads, and several sets of tires. This thing has really taken a beating and shrugged it off without difficulty. I'm impressed.

[2015 Z Force 800 53/Trail EPS]

Glad it's hanging in there for you.

I have the 450nk, and am a bit disappointed in the forward leaning handlebars, the foot pegs being so close to the seat.
Hurts my knees after a while of riding.

Ok for a young kid, I'm 45 and my knees can't be bent for 2 hours like that.

I only have my bike for 9 months and 2.5k miles and it struck me, that it just doesn't have enough power. For riding by yourself at legal speeds, yes, but my buddies regularly sprint past 100. And with a little headwind and the speedo error of 7% overreading, makes that the 450 is really a 85-95mph bike tops. Less if you have hills in your area.

I'm looking to upgrade to the 700.