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If you are going to compare spec sheets to the 17th decimal place, nothing from '98 is going to match the current state of the art. If you will actually use the increased capacities that newer bikes offer, can I ask you to sign some insurance papers before you set off?
But the '98 T595 is fantastic in the curves. My previous bike was an '02 YZF600R, and the T595 is superior in every aspect of engine performance except fuel consumption (40 mpg instead of 50 with the YZF). As for handling, the chassis/suspension are excellent. This bike is definitely capapble of more than I am.
These bikes hold up well, assuming that's a question about reliability. Some really early production had a transmission issue I believe, but I doubt that would be the case for a '98 that's still on the road. If you want to, you can check engine numbers to see if a particular bike is in the batch at risk.
If you ride on the street within sane safety limits, you should have no regrets with a T595. Power, handling, looks, reliability are all top notch.
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