gmax,
You are right about the 10,000 mile mark. The last motorsickle I owned was a 98 Buell S-2. It was a good bike (after I addressed the myriad of recalls, - including faulty engine mounts), but I decided to sell it with 10,500 miles on it. I figured, "if I don't sell it now, I'm going to regret it." So, although it was running perfect when I sold it, I'm soooo glad I don't own it anymore.
BTW, my Speedy is nearing 13K, and I wouldn't even think of selling it. It's like a fine wine.
-BT