A couple of years ago, I traded in my 2005 Yamaha Midnight Warrior as part of a down payment on the truck that I use to tow my X... since then, I've missed having a bike and have occassionally checked around for something that I would like that wouldn't break the bank at the same time.
Earlier this year, I saw that Yamaha had come out with a new bike for 2011 called the Stryker. It's longer and lower than the bike that I used to have as well as is only a 1300cc vs the 1700cc that my old one was. But, as of today the Raven version is sitting in my garage and it is a blast to ride...
Bring on the spring... it's time to get out and enjoy the weather.
http://images.yamahamotors.com/img.jpg?id=12730&class=med
I'll take some pictures and post up tomorrow, but I'm already looking forward finding every excuse to get out on the road.