I've lurked here for quite a while.  What a great community!

I started riding again after a 32 year hiatus last June, when I bought a 1982 Yamaha SECA 400.  After having spent too much for the bike plus dumping in almost $1000 for brake repairs, I decided that it was time to put miles on a bike riding somewhere other than back and forth to the repair shop.

I sold the SECA and bought a new 2008 S40 in September, and despite only having put 1200 miles on it so far I am delighted.  I debated between the S40 and a Kawasaki 500 twin, but I'm 55 and old school enough to appreciate a thumper.

Most of my riding is back road cruising in the Mid-Atlantic area, with some interstate spins thrown in as well.  I have no problem maintaining speed on the interstate, but the light weight of the S40 and my 180 lbs. mean paying some attention when passing a truck, or being passed by one.

I ride solo 99% of the time, but have taken both my wife and one of my sons for rides.  I see little difference in performance due to weight consideration between my solo rides and those with a passenger, which has been a really pleasant surprise.

Anyway, I just wanted to thank the contributors here for all of the great info you've presented!

i agree, im still kinda new but have been a guest for almost a year. TONS of info!!

Welcome to the site!

Welcome to the group. Your going to enjoy the S40 and the people at this site. Never a dull moment. Ride Strong, Ride Proud,and Ride Safe.