f4g, if you're gonna ride a bike, ride a real one (Harley).
That said, I don't ride, but if i did, I'd ride a harley.
Hehe, you sound just like them,

. And by them I don't mean Harley riders. I mean those who don't ride but have "friends" who have Harleys, so they must know what they're talking about, right? Most Harley riders aren't too snobby...it's usually their retarded girlfriends who talk shit. You're so cute when you're pompous! *pinches cheek*
Of course, I'd kill for a Harley, but not for $20,000. If I'm gonna dump 20 gs on a bike, I'll get a Triumph.
I rode my friend's Yamaha R6 the other day...there's a point where too much is too much. I hit 90 mph in second gear, then my helmet almost flew off. It's fun, but it's also uncomfortable, dangerous, and downright scary at times. For short trips just for fun, the Ducatis, Yamahas, Kawasakis, Honda CBRs, etc. are great. But I still love my Honda Shadow.