This is why I made the statement that the NCX has tamed me. I have been riding legally since I was 16 and I'm 50. I have a little bit of riding experience. Do I have the self control to stay off the throttle? Not Yet? I could sit here and tell you all day long I can control myself but once I'm on that rocket there is no telling what I'll do. The power seems to take control of me. I love the power. It's a damned if you do, damned if you don't type situation. I wish I had it but it is probably a good thing I don't. My wife was very happy to see me trade in my CBR. I have no idea why. I’m pretty much forcing myself not to buy a ST1300 because I know the NCX is good for me.