He's recently gone self employed, and wanted the cars for visiting homes (financial advisor) as it looks more professional. Then I went to see him the week before my test and I mentioned the Fazer - his response was "it might not be there this time next week nudge nudge wink wink", so yeah, I think he's had enough of the 'looking professional' and wanting to enjoy his travels a little more.
You can get some very professional looking motorcycle clothing anyway. Just because you have a bike it doesn't mean you're the founding member of the hells angels.