I was a motor officer in 2000 and rode a KZ1000, which paled in comparison to my CBR1100XX. However, when I first rode my new Concours it reminded me of my KZ1000, but with the HP and refinement of a sport bike. The stable platform, upright handle bars, and neutral riding position were what I had been promised by Kawi reps who worked on our KZ1000s. I haven't been assigned to police motors in years, but feel I could comfortably execute a cone course on my new Connie. Great thread!