Yamaha Texan

Have a new 2016 Kodiak 700. Have only driven a couple hours but have noticed two things I don't like and wonder if others have similar concerns: 1) really puts out a lot of head on the driver's left side. Haven't checked the temp. but the plastic around the muffler is almost too hot to touch. 2) At slower speeds, it is jerky...when I try to slow down and let off a tad on the gas, the transition in speed is almost like I slammed on my brake.

Appreciate any feedback.