Some of that stuff is an improvement but some might be a fad or impractical - the only real way to test out these ideas are to incorporate them into a new bike and see how they work out. Evolution - everything changes and not always for the best.
I think the bikes are getting too easy to ride - and so it makes it easier for the rider to get distracted - checking a flat screen for a couple seconds increases your chances of not making it home. I truely love the simplicity of my bike. No distractions - a speedo W/ idiot lights for oil and brights and neutral - a fuel gauge, one toggle switch to turn the passing lights on.
I will say that the bigger engines with the added overdrive and added fuel capacity are great improvements over what was. I'm still going to see them - it's a real kick to sit on brand new bikes!!

Has anyone test driven a new 2014 touring bike with the new duel cool system? They had test rides at my local dealer last weekend but I was unable to make it.

Please let us know what you think.