I hear the gixxers have higher insurance because they are one of the number 1 bikes to be stolen for some reason.

Hondas are nice as well as the Kawasakis, but if you want something that handles superbly, go with the R6 (im so bias now ). They handle very nicely. The comfort level is okay with me, ive gotten used to riding now so i cant complain with it.

I think the issue about a bigger bike wouldnt be so much the power, but the weight issue. And weight makes handling a lot different im sure, so thats why most of these guys are saying stick with a 600, and i feel more than inclined to agree. You can ask Del, i told him i thought the 600 had too much muscle for me. It put the fear into me quick, and now that fear has turned into much respect because ive learned to tame myself, thus taming the beast

 

man at least someone listens