lol... I'm one of those "Been on 6R for years" and mostly commuter, weekend camping trips guys... and I'm not a SS guy either.I think that statement assumes a lot. Some people ride the 6R for years. I know people who started on a Rebel 250 (I started on one in 2008 and rode it for a year) and never move up.
I have been on my 6R since last April. I am happy with it and won't ever get a supersport. There have been a few occasions that I thought more power would be nice but I have never ridden on a racetrack, ride solo 99% of the time, and like the upright posture, reasonable insurance rates, and decent fuel economy of the 6R. Going from 0 - 60 in under five seconds is enough for me. I have taken it up to 125+mph once don't think I will do that again unless I am on a track because I would hate to get a ticket. Then again, I am primarily a commuter as far as riding goes and am 47 years old. I ride primarily because I enjoy it but I like to rationalize that has a certain amount of practicality and utilitarian function. The utilitarian aspect also makes it easier to justify with my wife.
That's why I startd with, if you do get the FZ6, take it easy... I have a couple of local riders who started on it, one girl got two wreckless tickets back-back, after we told her to slow it down... now she does track days for her need for speed.
I want something bigger just for a bigger stator, more comfort features, hard to run full heated gear, gps, cell, etc. with our little bike... I was eyeballing the F800GT at the IMS... that thing is a nice upgrade from the 6R, but still not a full tourer.... I def. have to get a test ride first though, as it is a P-twin... and again, finances won't let me get one for a couple more years... priorities and all with the family (OMG, my oldest daughter will be 16 this year.... watch out on the road! lol)