Well, after listening to what everyone said I had no worries about either the 1000 or S4. Was all set to look at a few S4s then Ducati Aylesbury said they were getting some more bikes in (ex-Ducati UK staff bikes).
So tonight I bought myself a shiny red Monster 1000 (9 months old, 53 reg). Before I'd had time to think about it I ordered some high level ali cans to go with it.
Should have it in a few days, next Sat latest. Can't wait - after 11 weeks since my 750 SS was barbequed I feel like steeling one very time a bike goes past.
Cheers
Ian