It's different for sure and I see nothing wrong with that. I keep seeong references tothe DN-01 and all seem to be quite negative. How many of you have ever ridden DN-01? Hate to tell you folks, but the DN-01 is a fine bike that is smooth as silk, is very responsive, and a good all around bike albeit a bit pricey. No, it is not a touring machine, but I suspect that it would make a super commuter. I liked it a lot and almost bought one until I tried out the NT. The DN does everything an NT does except tour. I put 40 miles on a DN and liked it a lot. My only critique was that it could have used a higher windscreen.