Thanks, 09Ultra, this is really good info— this is just what I needed to know.
I finally got to ride my 09SG yesterday (will ride some more today, playing hookey) and I've got to say, it's really a different bike from my 07SG. Handling, response, shifting, clutch, all feels different and much better. Even the sound of the stock exhaust is MUCH better, but it's still not what I want. Jackpots for me!