:) to both last posts
purchase price was a sweet!! $1700 US = $1975 that day's exchange and add on $32 to import (doesn't include the normal Ontario registrations/inspection stuff).
When I priced same/close to same bike in Ontario (Windsor to GTA) i couldnt' find anything less than $3000. It was my goal to keep it under $2500. I did go over that bottom line a little with buying some accessories/parts.
If you look around and are willing to deal with hassle of paperwork crossing the border and can find a good deal, it's worth it. The fact that I'm 15 min from MI helps :)
BTW didn't need the Recall clearance - it is used for the RIV registration, which I didn't have to do due to age of bike. Anything newer than 15 years will be a much bigger hassle and cost.