alright, i knocked out a 400 miler and got to experience the bike a little more.
not caring for the hydraulic clutch. doesn't have that assurance like a cable. still getting used to finding the engagement spot but i get the feeling it fluctuates.
apparently there were problems with the efi module and i guess i have it. at constant throttle positions, the bike will hiccup when you go to accelerate. happens on rare occasions. it also will stall when decelerating. this happened twice so far. from reading, the cure for this is either a new module from suzuki (recalls) or a power commander from dynojet. at lower throttle positions, the bike can surge causing an out of control situation. so just need to be aware and work the clutch.
ergonomics is great for me being 5'4". the lowered bike also helps. just a little sore butt from sitting all day but most comfortable i've been on two wheels. the windshield puts me in an awkward spot. i'm catching the turbulence over the windshield so it causes my head to bobble from time to time. if i duck underneath, the windshield does the job right. so a taller windshield is on the list.
can't help it but the aftermarket exhausts are killing me. loud as hell with the visor down but gotta admit, it sounds pretty good. ears are a little sore.
the 6 speed is nice. on a flat road, it'll hold 70ish in sixth and still pull effortlessly. got about 47mpg.
i hit the mountain roads and curves. handles pretty well. turning is responsive and easy. i guess the geometry makes it feel like a smaller bike. front end feels flimsy when i hit a bump. kinda like if the bearings were balls instead of tapered.
overall a good bike for the price. would consider another one if ever need be.