I think the advantage to a 6-speed is that the driver can control the amount of slippage of the clutch, especially when taking off in first gear. The E-Gear is not quite as intuitive and is probably the reason that it seems that a clutch replacement has to be done sooner than on a 6-speed. I had an F1 Modena and a 6-speed Spyder. The F1 needed a clutch replacement at 8K. I was still on the original clutch and had plenty of wear left at 15K with the 6-speed. I have heard that the E-Gear is great if you don't have to do a lot of stop and go driving. Personally, I love the involvement of the 6-speed. I have an SE with a manual and I love it.