I assisted a friend of my son who is an Iraq War Vet in getting his first road bike after he had some dirt riding experience. He looked at all the Metrics, not wanting a Harley which still suffer from comfort issues among cost and other issues. After reviewing all the metrics, he decided upon a 950 Yamaha V-Star. He is not sorry. He got a blue stock one without anything and then loaded it up with the touring package, the dealer promising and delivering a discount on the new accessories. He is totally delighted. The power, stock, is like the 1100 V-Star, but the fuel economy is 47 miles per gallon. With a large 4.4 gallon fuel tank, 200 miles before a gas stop is no problem. The bike is smooth and the new wind screen is designed to keep wind off the rider, very well. The saddle bags are among the largest in class. A rack and sissy bar that are quick release, like the windshield are also available as accessories. The module will accept a couple of after market modules for any engine or pipe changes that is quick and easy to install and makes any after market pipes a breeze to install, should one choose to get such an offering.