Well ive heard of a few xtps going and that hasnt put me off them ....aslong as you dont beat them they will hold up.......i think i ride the xtp much much smoother than any other bike ive owned video might be poping around soon Jordan ...The bars are not blue they are black rage bars...i love maggies never had any probs with them may have to get me a 2 bolt booster soon to take away the flexy bottom on this bitch lol cheers for comments guys Dave