Recently passed my test and got my 1st legal Big bike W reg 600s faired Bandit i paid 1000 for it with 12mth tax & 10mth test i was advised on a few different 600cc bikes in the end i chose the bandit The power is amazing i got to 130 & wasnt red lining only just testin top speed didnt maintain that speed for long the riding position is really comfy its nice and light and handles well, i cant really compare it with any other bikes in this range as ive not rode any of them yet but i will say if your a totally new rider PLEASE be careful what ever you buy theese newer bikes are fast but for a 1st road bike ITS AMAZING