Went and looked at some bikes today. The Star Stratoliner is enormous! I Think the V Star 950 is much more appropriately sized for my needs. It's also $6,000 cheaper. About the only thing I can think of needing is a $500 Mustang saddle for my wife's comfort--something the Stratoliner would probably need too. I think bike manufacturers intentionally short change the pillion on their touring bikes to stimulate the aftermarket...