I see more SWB's than any other style,
I think there are more SWB's because the people who buy bents near me are still into speed and like whipping Roadie DF riders....
The short wheel base would be better for city commutes I would think.
Far better tight turning ability but less luggage space for touring.
I ride for fun and my health with not a care to tour and I don't need speed.
But my LWB has for me plenty of speed and corners really nice at all speeds.
I like the flex in my LWB frame, It really mellows out the bumps, I would think a SWB would be very ridged..
I like being closer to the ground, I like my lower CG,,, Would love to try a Musashi on for size tho...
ok I'm done.