Still plenty of fun to be had on one of those mate, they can still whip around the twisties pretty darn quick

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When I was on my L's I had a yamaha FZR 250, and like the CBR the sound they make when you rev the tits off 'em is insane. The gixxer has a bit more of a baritone voice, & if you are revving the tits off her you have to concentrate on other things than the sound she makes.
Some great riding roads out this way (Albury), so if you & your bike ever make it out this way be sure to let me know.