Recent;y, I was reading stats about the demographic for new motorcycle purchases. Women purchasing motorcycles increased dramatically. The author predicted 1 in 4 riders were women. 40% rode cruisers and the rest something else. So of course, only cruisers mattered. NOT!! If you think about it, the rest of the 60% ride the other type of bikes. Personally, I can't imagine riding a cruiser. Too slow, with crappy brakes and handling. Give me a good sport bike anytime.