[NavyDad6]

I am currently in Iraq and will be heading home in a couple weeks. I am disgusted with the oil companies and our government; since I have arrived in country gas prices have soared back home. The only way for me to cut costs is to get a reliable, inexpensive, gas-sipping vehicle for commuting. After researching for the last couple months the overall winner for me is the GZ250.

So I plan on returning home next month and probably buying in early August. I can't piss off the wife right after getting home. I will have to wait a month or so... :neener:

So anyways, here is why the GZ250 was more attractive to me than the Rebel or V star (virago):

Price - There is a dealership in Monroe, WA that is offering the 2008 GZ250 for $2995.
Style - After looking at numerous pictures of all the 250's, for me the GZ stood out.
MPG - My research showed that the GZ has the POTENTIAL of getting the best MPG, based on driving habits.
Comfort - Once I get home I will actually sit on all of the 250's, but reviews consistantly point to the GZ being comfortable.

Those were my major concerns (not in order).

JIBTEX
I will be another PacNorWest rider, I am normally stationed in Everett, WA (when not in Iraq). I was born and raised in Tacoma/Lakewood and graduated from Clover Park High School in 85'. The garden spot of America. I am looking forward to riding in the rain.

Ok... I have rambled enough. I will continue to lurk until I buy and then post pictures and a ride report.

Stay safe...