When I went to buy a new bike 4 months ago, I read up and found that on paper, the ZX14 trounces the Busa.. My buddy kept reminding me how hideous they are, but I pressed on. When I got to the dealership, ther really was no other decision then the Busa. THEY ARE BUTT UGLY!!!!!! My buddy has one, he is about 40lbs lighter, we have about the same mods... His best pass to date 9.38 at 149MPH, my best pass 9.42 at 145. There is a clear difference in the HP department, but like the scooter and the fat girl analogy... Ya wouldn't want your friends to ever catch you riding one..