I just purchased a 2001 Venture and have put a couple of thousand miles on it so far. On two occasions I have flown into U.S. locations and rented 09 Wings for some big trips. Engine wise I prefer the Wing ----I prefer a little less sound and although I am getting used to this bike , I noticed less fatigue with the Wing. My wife as well felt that she needed to get off after two hours for a break. She also noted that on the Wing she could easily look over either shoulder but sitting higher on the Venure felt she always had my helmet in the way. The Wing however is a little more precarious when it comes to weight balance and if you are not careful it will topple over and you cannot stop it. The Venture you can control imbalance easier. Backing out of my garage and day to day short stuff the Venture is easier to deal with and for this reason I would not have a Wing. If I was crossing the country I would perhaps be on a wing however the Venture is easily up to the task.