I'm looking at picking one up used. It's an 05. Apparently not much has changed since them.

A buddy of mine at work just bought and 08 and it is really slick, but he doesn't have much experience with it yet.

Tice - I know this isn't really your class of bike, but I know you are always on the up and up when it comes to yammies!

Nobody?

My neigbor picked up a new '08 this year and he let me take it for a quick ride. It has useful power everywhere and the the transmission shifts smooth. The riding position is ideal ( I'm coming off an '07 Gixxer 1000 ) for all types of riding. I really enjoyed the ride and the suspension just felt right. I would definitley consider one in the future. Nice bike for sure