i started out a Suzuki guy back in the day. i guess mainly because that's what the folks i ran around with rode. today however, i'm a kawi guy, just becasue of the fact that the kawi had all the features to fit my riding needs. with the technology we have today (not as much then) it's all but assinine not to have some general knowledge on what you want and if it will fit your needs, before you buy. i still feel its all preference, so if it makes you happy, stick with it.