Although I have not dropped my new one yet, I did smack an orange traffic barrel that somoene had kindly placed out of line. Felt stupid, a few light scratches that buffed right out, and new underwear and I was like new. I had an '01 Connie, and drooled over the new one for awhile. 7 weeks ago my wife talked me into going with her to the dealer to purchase a new helmet or jacket for her, she found nothing, I bought my connie14, I love it, and am looking forward to years of enjoyment. I like the new one's leaning toward sport more than touring, and looking forward to reading about mods, farkles and other tech articles.