I finally got to see the new SEFB in person while on vacation in Colorado. It's not that I'm not impressed. Owning an 09 I know what a great bike it is. I'm sure the 2010 is equal in the performance/handling department. But I have to say the styling is a step back, in my opinion. I'm certain there are plenty who would disagree with me. That's what makes the world go round. One of the things I liked about my 09 was all the chrome. I saw lots of posts that thought there was too much of it. But I like all that chrome. The 2010 seems to me to be turning back towards the stock FB with lots more dark stuff i.e. controls both upper and lower. Looks like you could take a stocker and quickly convert it to look somewhat like a SE. No way you can make an 09 look like a stock FB. I felt the pin stripe that outlines the paint work and it feels like a piece of tape that you could easily put a finger nail under it and lift it. Didn't feel like it was clear coated at all. Anybody know if that's the case. No pearl paint? I do like the chin spoiler and I really, really like the seat. If I can find someone to dye it black I'll be buying one. Just a few thoughts. Hope I haven't offend anyone.
Gary