Hi Dan
After reviewing you previous posts and how long you have waited to purchase your machine, I can understand your current anxiety.
However, you know the purchasing decision is only one you can make. You can make that with your head or your heart.
Only you know what you need the machine for and why you will be using it.
Burgmans are more expensive than the equivalent motorcycle and the ride may well not be as refined. But the Burgers have some neat features that set them apart, primarily:
1. Weather protection and step thru.
2. Voluminous and convenient storage
3. CVT transmission and 'good enough performance' for riding city , freeway and secondary roads. If you wish you will be able to leave most cagers for dust and all but the most crazy crotch rocket pilots, as the transmission is always on the sweet spot.
The Bandit is a very competent machine for a first timer or experienced biker alike and is very well regarded. If you go for the naked version fit a fly screen or you will be chewing wildlife.
There have been no reports of significant engine failures in the Burg, I have heard of one in the UK but the owner admits he had not checked the oil (and apparently it was virtually dry). The 400 transmission has been reliable and a belt change every 15K miles(or more) is preferable to continuous chain maintenance - isn't it?
But it looks like you are looking for a reason not to buy - which will win -your head or your heart. If you buy a Bandit the biker community will welcome you with open arms and will probably not want to know you on a Burger - but we will!

whatever you buy!!
