Nope. Can´t compare it to the previous models, but the new one is hot. The heat from the seat isn´t mtoo bad, but the heat comi9ng off the engine will toast your leg if you´re riding in hot weather at slower speeds. I was wondering if maybe one of the catalytic converters (I understand there are two on this model) might be responsible for the excessive heat. If so, could they be replaced with a new exhaust system if/when one comes out?