Yeah, but often people don't know what the **** they are talking about.

They don't know what they want. they don't know where they should spend their money. If the OP was actually an experienced rider, they wouldn't be upgrading to Pakes! That money would be best spent elsewhere, and the OP will love the bike more if they are really comfy on the bike, and not have the same crappy "but shiny" crank,