Yes, @SpikeyNoob, I read your post; I didn't address it since I was satisfied with Nex's response to it, which basically explained that T1 units often have more DPS/mass than their higher tech counterparts and gave example maths to support that point. Just compare the DPS/mass of a strat vs a T1 bomber...
Compared to a jester, a T2 cybran gunship has ~150% the health/mass, 110% max range, 120% max speed, and does AOE (3 damage radius vs 0).
FAF often balances things with their micro potential in mind btw.... cough auroras cough
So, I do think it would be quite reasonable to buff a jester's DPS/mass.
In addition to observing that pros don't use jesters much compared to T1 bombers, I have observed that when lower-skilled players invest in making jesters, they are generally more likely to lose than if they invest the equivalent amount of mass in T1 bombers (or something else) instead.
PS: I am not opposed to alternative methods of buffing the jester (ie: giving it a speed buff). I just would like it to be more viable/worthwhile than it is now.