Here is the new toy. Honda CBR 500 RA.
It had been registered for one year, and had less than 2,300 km's when I bought it a month ago. It is like a new bike.
I am really enjoying riding it. I have done 1,200 km's and I love it.
A nice easy bike to ride. Low centre of gravity, not too heavy, it just feels right. Except for a spot around 5,000 rpm when it gets vibey. A known thing with this model according to the cbr500 forum. Great mirrors. Just a confidence inspiring bike.
Mine has a musarri after market exhaust which the baffle has been removed from. It is pretty loud. Too loud for me really. I am going to get it serviced next week and see if they have any suggestions for getting a baffle for it.
Probably not enough 'go' for lots of you but it would be a great bike for a new rider.
There is an 'off-road' version of the 500 which I Imagine would be pretty good for touring.