UPDATE:  Thank you for the input from everyone!  I decided to pull the trigger on an R3.  After some searching I found an 2007 Mulberry Red R3 with 2k miles on the od.  Extras include sissy bar and luggage rack, gel seat with rider back rest, windshield and cat eliminator!  I put a deposit on it and am having it delivered cause I can't get away for 2 days to travel to pick it up.  Thanks again for everyones input!  I'll post some pics after she arrives.   8) 
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