I am a new rider in Boston as well. I picked up mine back in march, and it's the first bike I own/ride. I just love this bike. I got the blue one, because we all know blue goes faster.
I have been reading the posts since I found this site and have been making some changes to my bike. Yesterday I finally moved the license plate from the back to the left (Shawns side mount), and cut off the old holder, installed some LEDs to light it up. You know, finally making it a chopper. 'Cause it aint one 'till you cut something off.
Let me know when you go for a ride. I am all for it. I know only one other biker and he rides a CBR, so it's rather dificult to go riding together. He wants to go fast, and I want to cruise.