I considered the suzuki c50 and the v-star classic. the c50 was enticing because of the 800cc liquid cooled engine and fuel injection, but then i thought, what the hell do i know? this is my first bike!
so I went with the v-star for it's $1300 cheaper price tag and it's vastly superior appearance to the suzuki. the air-cooled engine hasn't been a problem, but don't listen to me because it's february in the rockies and i'm riding around in 29 degree weather every day.