Rosco, everyone is entitled to their own opinion. It’s no sweat off my back! I love all bikes, Japanese bikes are great and I’ve owned plenty over the years! In the end, It all comes down to personal preference. All leader bikes / street bikes off the shelf are fast enough to kill you, some can get you there couple of seconds faster. Personally, there is just something about the way that V-Twin growls not to mention the raw sex appeal of a Duck. After 20 plus years of riding I guess I have been luck because, I have had no catastrophic failures on any of my bikes, Ducati or otherwise. I hope you find the right fit brother.
Thanks
TD