Hey guys, this is not my first ride. I've owned bikes since I was 16 years old and as much as I like this bike, I have to disagree with some of you claiming that the C5 is stable at highway speeds. I've ridden it on the highway numerous times and couldn't wait to get off of them after about 20 miles. Lets face it, this is a naked 500 single that vibrates and with the upright seating position this bike is a struggle to hang on to after awhile. I rode a ninja 650R last year on the highway from Cleveland to Columbus, 120 miles, and I had absolutely no fatigue after that ride so I know what a stable bike should feel like. Don't get me wrong, I didn't buy this bike with the intention of riding on highways, it was going to be for short back road rides near where I live. But now I want to go a ways to southern Ohio with my future son in law and just the thought of hanging on to the C5 was daunting enough for me to not even think about going there with him. Getting a more stable and more powerfull bike will allow me to do that now. I love this bike and just wish I could afford to have them both. Thanks for all the comments and advise. You guys always give me a laugh and are very loyal to your rides which is very commendable!