ANY bike you get, you should become well acquainted with..
Learn how to check the oil change the plugs, lube the chain, and inspect it.. Washing a bike by hand is a great way to find loose bolts, etc.
I have 4 bikes, my mech rides them to work after he works on them(he works nights) and my Speedy always has the guys out looking and drooling.... the Harley and the Bandit, they just glance at, the Yamaha FJR (sport touring) they ask questions about, but the SM get the attention.
It's not the biggest, or fastest, but plenty powerful enuf to get performance awards <G> and easy and FUN to ride.
Enjoy!
Mary
