Journeyman,
It was definetly faster then other 700's. I had a problem with hook up, but had the shitty stock track. That is the first thing that should be changed. I didn't have the 780 kit. I don't believe he offers that. I did have the domed head inserts, cold air kit, clutching, exhaust mod and torque arm added. This is what he called his viper king cobra kit. It ran great, and got the same great mileage as stock, just had to use prem gas. I don't have it anymore, because I missed my SRX and found an 02 for an even up trade. I believe all said and done, it was about $1300. I think it was worth it. I know pipes were around that price at the time, and then you would have to clutch it, so I figured that it was better to go this route, and I know he stands behind his work. They guy is the only certified yamaha tuner in the state I believe. He is the guy who set-up the RX-1's for the races up to Iron Eagle WI races. If you have any more questions I will try to answer them to the best of my knowledge.
Chad