im not saying my blaster just because this is a blaster forum.. but thts the answer, nothing compares to how the throttle response is with the 2 stroke and all easy to throw around or go through narrow spots... at least thts how it is on mine but i will admit it does beat you up if you dont ride trails much.. P.S with the right thinking and planing a blaster can climb or go over things that most will not try.