Got my eye on the 796M and figured I'd join your forum. I'm a bit of a gearhead (Mopar autos) and have wanted a street bike for years (only ridden dirt and it's been awhile), been doing lots of looking, siting on and reading and my heart is set on a Monster (love at first sight really).
Bought street gear already (Alpinestars S-MX 2 Boots 2/3 boots, Teknic Mercury Leather Jacket, Joe Rocket Vented gloves and Shoei RF 1000 helmet) and the 16hr intermediate riding class is later this month to get my endorsement and riding refresher. I hope to get the bike within 2 months or sooner.
Looking forward to using this forum to connect with locals, as a esource and hopefully as I grow and learn more I can provide some value also.
Welcome! Good move getting the riding gear, really makes it a lot more comfortable and safe. Don't forget pants. Legs/butt are important too.