wow, i just found this thread. I couldn't help but post and i rarely post. I ride a 05 ninja 500. Its my first bike and i love it to death, never once in my life have i ever thought about riding till last year and then i was hooked, but i crave for more power and speed. I plan on getting a cbr 1000RR. Its nice to see people with the same interests and hobby. heres my little baby, It was used as a clothing rack when i had an eye problem for a couple of months. Riding with one eye is real scary because depth preception is way off.