If a liter-class naked bike seems like too much for you, Suzuki's SV650S may be the right choice. The bike retains the whole character of the SV1000S, but the whole package is smaller, easier to master and more reassuring. Still, the SV650S can build up a lot of speed and can be very aggressive on both the urban asphalt and out in the canyons.
Light and agile, the 2006 MY SV650S is a bike easy to fall in love with. It can be a wonderful commuter, a great road-touring bike when equipped with optional luggage systems and a weekend warrior's weapon of choice, as well. Basically, a sport-natured v-twin that's so much fun to ride!