I grew up with the original Beyblade. So I think a small part of me will always Miss Ray, Max and the rest of the Bladebreakers. But I must say that this show has really impressed me so far. (Only seen up to episode 4 due to english subs being limited)
For a completely different series I think it carries the spirit of the 1st show over really well. But it's obvious that a lot of characters are based off of the originals.
Ginta's almost exactly like Tyson save for the fact that he starts out as a champion from the ghetgo. The girl whose name I can't remember, Makado?:\, is obviously a copy of Kenny with a bit of Max thrown in. The guy with Leon seems to be modelled after Kai (because it seems they'll even be working together to). The short little green haired sagitario kid and the big dark bull guy has me stumped. I think those 2 completely fresh faces.
The main thing I'm iffy about is the whole constellation thing. Why'll it is a cool twist from the original show as it means that bladers won't be getting help from ginat dragons, tigers, etc. It also makes this something entirely different and in no way similar to the original beyblade save for the fact that they use a beyblade of some kind.
All in all I'd say the Japanease have done a great job on the show. It's a whole new beyblade so it makes sense we get a whole new show. Looking forward to seeing more and can't wait until next fall
Honor, Passion, some friends and the will to have a good time. That's all you need to be the best blader you can be. As long as you have those 4 things and a beyblade that works you're a winner no matter what.