i wouldn't do it.. i'm not 100% but i think the 07+ 1000 is the only one to get, it was a big step up. honda had a dead zone from the 954 years to (i believe)the 07+.(you want the funny looking one that is light weight and hauls ass, not the tank) i don't believe even honda guys really liked them. just got them because it had a honda sticker on it.

as for 8k at the dealer. if its not like 7ish% loan, i wouldn't touch it right now. shit is tight right now, i wouldn't unless you have money for good insurance and know your job is stable. plus the keeping a newer bike outside kinda sucks.


pretty much i'm saying don't do it.