Been riding for 22 years, this is my first bike which is not a true sports bike, wheely possible yes, but it´s nothing like the GSXR. You need to want sports touring or sports, you can not get both with this bike. Try the Honda VFR Interceptor for more of a sports bike with some touring items. That bike will most likely be replacing the Katana this summer, otherwise it´s a nice bike, gets up and goes very well, handles nice a little heavy for connering over 100 mph just feels a little soft. You really notice the difference between the sports touring and sports bikes at speeds over 80 mph. Thats where the sports bikes shine.