Seems to compare quite well on servicing costs as well. Per Motorcycle Sport & Leisure Group test this month:
Triumph Sprint ST 4k mile interval. £180 minor service, £400 major
Honda VFR 4k miles; £180; £450
Ducati ST3 6k miles; £325; £490 (Yikes!)
BMW R1100S 6k miles; £160; £250
Paul