G'day from WA

Yep, love my 07, but if I were buying now I'd target 2010 or later. Agree though, paid just under $14k brand new for mine.
 
Hello Boomer and welcome for Virginia. If you're looking to get the missus on the back end, then maybe look for an R3 Touring. They came out in 2008. I have a 2014 and about to turn over 19K miles. These little guys just love to eat up miles... Best of luck to you on your search.
 
$10 to $12 K here in the States can just about buy a leftover new bike. I got my new 06 in 07 for $11,000. My friend Mike got his new 13 in 14 for $12,500.

Trust me we're well aware that we get spreadeagled over a barrel here in the lucky country
 
Welcome from WA!
state that is . . .
 
Cool another Aussie welcome, if i had the choice of a second bike i'd most certainly pick a BMW
 
LITTLE guys, eh? Welcome from Southern CA, Enjoy your little guy and good luck finding a riding configuration that is comfortable for you and the Mrs.