For a production road race bike, it has nearly no weaknesses, at its price point or higher. The only 'con' about them was the dated paint scheme, cue Jan Hammer theme music! But that con has become an Icon. I like to compare it to the WWI Red Baron squadron. So arrogantly competent, they are showy to GET noticed. Ridden by a seasoned rider, it gives nothing away to more prestigious marques, regardless of country of origin.
Of course, that's my humble opinion.