Hey sarris.
Your last statement sums it up for me . The joy of riding a light zippy motorcycle. It's a hobby
for me but as 1 of my buddies said "Mike you just had to change something !!!!." So I kept it very minimal.
My pipes went bluish/gold from new . Dealer serviced under warranty. Now I maintain it.
I really don't push the bike. I want to enjoy the ride there and BACK.