13k+ seems to miss the point if part of it is attracting (new) racers to an entry level class. seems more practical to do what i and countless others do/did...get a used already setup bike for around 3k (alex k's '01 f4i that i learned on this year) get a canopy, generator, warmers and good leathers and gear and go race for between 5-6k, all gear included. and like all the vets say, spent my money on tires and gear.

don't forget the costs of campaigning over a 9-10 race season. that means probably over 20k minimum for your first year to get rolling on one of these bikes. that's a lot of cake.

a properly set up used 600 is a great bike to learn on...and cheap, relatively speaking...which should be a part of the equation i think to attract more racers. especially those on the fence guys.