I am a newbie Rocket rider also have only owned my red one for 3831 days and my black one for about 60days as long as you are no where near Fort Walton Beach I say go for it, if you are in my area the rocket is a lump of s**t and do not waste your pennies.
Awesome bike so far. Fits me so perfect. I don't mind the size and weight at all. It isn't like I am a midget. Being 6'4" and 250 lbs. (18 stone for you Brits!) I am always asked "Aren't you too big for that bike?". Now I may get asked "Are you big enough for that bike?"