Everything I've read says it's a great bike. I heard it described by somebody as being a bike for guys who really ride. It's a bit like a swiss army knife, it can handle just about any situation well. The only downside I can speak of is height. I sat on one at a bike show and it was tall! I'm sure that gives you alot of clearance in the twisties, but might be a bit tough at low speeds or at stop signs.
