Thanks for the reply. I have and will continue to trawl the threads, theres an immense amount of information, but I'm working through it. The reason I would be going for the cruiser is for safety. It looks safer than the 2n and I assumed that cruisers are better for long distances. I dont see a negative in your post about the negatives of a cruiser. I read that the turning sucks a bit on lower speeds but I would rather that and be able to sit back at high speed, maybe with a windshield. Maybe I'm wrong but the back seats on the sportier bikes don't look to be a safe/comfortable at higher speeds\long runs.

If I dont get a cruiser or sports bike what do I get? those dual-sports things dont look great for passengers

yea on the second hand thing im kindof getting that vibe from the site and my own experience, just thought there may be a reputable dealer somewhere.