Glad to see your review. your experience supports 90% of others who have rode a F6B to the 2018 that there is an improvement, but not so much that it would warrant a new purchase
To many moving parts to have right the first time!
2015 Matt Grey F6B Deluxe - Gloria
2011 BMW K 1300S - Stella
2000 Triumph Sprint ST - Trixie
2000 Ducati Monster 900 - Monster
1985 HD FXRS (Still in the Shop as a reminder) - Frita
1984 HD XLX - The First