its the best bike i have ever owned so solid in the corners and super plush.
i dnt race jus do it for fun but i know of people who do race and they say it is amazing. the 888 does me fine lol. the frame is a large as i am 6'1'
it weighs in at about 44lbs heavy i know but im not one to worry bout weight lol.
hope this helps ya, cheers
dan