Checked out new sp700 at local dealer today. He only has a parking lot to ride in so this is not a very extensive test. Plenty of power..a very noticeable difference from the 500ho. Sounds really cool...like a small car. Has, Park position on gearshift and you have to depress the foot brake to shift to high. I could not feel any particular heaviness...just felt like a 500 with a lot more power. Ground clearance measured nearly 12". Speedo stops at 60mph...I'm sure this machine can peg it.