[jonathan180iq]

There was also a time when you couldn't give away a Harley Davidson...

I don't think you'll be all that overly impressed with 500s if the 250 has already run it's course in your life. Most people like cruisers because of their comfort and straight line gliding ability. As part of that, they like the immediate giddyup and punch when they roll on the throttle in a straight line. This, I believe, is why you see 2,500cc crusiers and not 2500cc sport bikes. Are you more of a laid back rider or do you like the bike to be more nimble and flickable? That makes a big difference in what you should shop for.