After riding the v30 for a bit then jumping back on the v45 and going for a cruise, I can honestly say I prefer the smaller v30 over mine. Less engine power on the v30 is only noticeable on the highway but it will hold its own at normal highway speeds. THe main reason I prefer the smaller bike is the seat. It sits higher and further back which is nice when you're 6'3". So I found an ad on the local classifieds online for a lady who can recover motorcycle seats and rework the foam. I dropped off the seat on the v45 to be redone. She's going to raise the driver seat foam about an inch and sculpt it to allow a seating position an inch back. I couldn't justify the cost of a corbin seat for an old honda. This seat should be more comfortable when I get it back.