Hey Im a beginner.What do i buy????? that is a perplexing question. Listen this is the fundamental question, Do you want the Ducati, or the suzuki because really you would and should own both, now if money is an issue I would go with the suzuki first because it will not cost as much to maintain or operate. On the other hand if I were in your shoes the Question I would be asking is,996 vs the 750 gsxr? this is a closer match to me. Look at the #´s first then go and ride them both over and over, let your heart speak to your soul and u will no.