You've probably already bought something by now, but thought I'd throw my impression out there. Having owned Harley's before the Buell I loved the torque and power curve, but if you are used to japanese bikes, you might not be too crazy about it. Personally I'd go Duc or Aprilla if it were me. I test rode an S4 and it was awesome, but the Aprilla "naked" bike was the strongest, and smoothest machine I've been on! Looks like we have a ton in common...