Yes. I think your summary characterises pretty much my thoughts entirely.
It's a very long time since I rode an original Commando (850 Roadster) but I don't recall feeling that the bike was anything other than smooth running.
I expect that was due to the iso-mounted engine set up.
I suspect the road tester here, probably hasn't ever ridden an original Commando.
I think i'm right in saying that the original 750 was even more smooth running than the 850, so this current bike must be pretty harsh by comparison to my past experience with the 850.
The new Commando probably needs to take some lessons from the original..........me thinks.....
