Tempted to get an FZS1000 for motorway/commuting duties, but have questions.

[stevierst]

I'll tell you what, I went out on a ride or three today with my bro-in-law, and we discussed bikes as you always do.

I've had 13 bikes over the last 12 years which includes 3 Fazer 600's, 2 carb'd R1's, and a 10 plate fz1s which I spent a fortune on.

I've always wanted a gen 1. Ridden a few standard ones, and Brooker81's tricked up gen 1 which was a credit to him. My carb'd R1 with a fat bar conversion is probably THE best compromise I've ever experienced in any bike, hence why I'm on my second one in over 250,000 miles of use.
My 17 yo daughter, and my wife love the smoothness and comfort of the R1, and its solo performance/comfort for the road is unparalleled.

In my eyes it's easier to make an R1 comfy, than make a litre Fazer perform like a sports bike.

Any doubters give me a shout and I'll happily take you up on a day out on the road. Just saying as its something which is frequently overlooked.