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Just one more question... can I use a front stand that lifts from the steering head instead of the forks? I have one for my current bike and, if I can just change the pin, I prefer that type of stand. Thanks!

Good point. We used to swap out dirt bike bars with some regularity. May have had something to do with hitting the ground one too many times :) Thanks for the info!

The abs are definitely not what they used to be and, as much as I try to use my core, it's not long before I'm putting more weight on my wrists again. That's the reason for the bike switch. I really don't want to give up riding but my right turns are a little sketchy when I can't feel my right...

Does the FZ8 put very much pressure on the wrist? That's my number one complaint about the sv650s, much more so than my back even. I went for a short ride Saturday and my right hand was numb within 15 or 20 minutes. I turned 50 last year. If I would have known I was going to live so long, I...

Thanks for the input gentlemen. I'm really hoping the riding position helps. I'm getting too old/fat to be stretched out over a tank anymore. And a messed up rotator cuff doesn't help. I'm hoping to close the deal on the 8 this weekend. Wish me luck and thanks again!

Greetings all. I currently have an 03 SV650s and am looking at a 13 FZ8. Does anyone have experience on both bikes and would you be willing to give me a "comparo" between the two? My main objective for the change is a more comfortable position. 6' 2", 210 lbs in gear. I don't do interstate, a...