Sorry , about that Mr. extreme. Wasn't pointing anything at you specifically. I guess I should have inserted the "JMO" to cover my butt. As I can NOT speak for CB , in fact. I can only pass on what we seen or "learned" thru first hand experience . My 162's were refered to as the "limo" version of a sled. And after a few days , I can completely agree. But this is only because I rode 141's . 153's, and 162's. Turboed , stock or highly modified, all in the same week throughout the day.. In my opinion the 162 would NEVER out climb a 153, it would never be easier to turn or have more fun with. I could do twice as many miles , tricks and or jumps n climbs with a 53 than a 62 before I was spent. If I rode 5' + feet of fresh everyday, then I might want a longer track and a turbo. I will stick to my previous statement " 90%+ is rider skill". Our largest rider was pushin 3 bill's geared up and did not want to get back on his own 62 versus a shorter track. Maybe in BC or different areas the longer tracks are more suited for the really deep stuff.