The Runner plus is a big improvement over the Runner 2 - Three items on the plus make it a better buy - 1)Compression fork, 2) seven speed shifter and the 3) speedometer. We also have Mini 4 and a Mini ST, my wife rides the Mini ST and I ride the Runner Plus on a our daily rides (15-20 miles). Both Minis go on our RV trips. The Runner plus is a softer ride then the Mini4 but seems to lack the sporty feel and some of the uphill torque. I have ridden the Mini 4 1200 mile since Oct 2021 and the Runner Plus 600 miles since Jan 4 2022. One thing for certain, at my age (77) step through models are much better.