I had a '91 Sportster and rode it until 2000 when I sold it to a Deputy Sheriff buddy of mine. It was an easy ride around town ride as it's pretty low to the ground, I have a 28.5 inch inseam and could flat foot both feet at rest.
I thought I was all through riding ~ two weeks after I sold it, I got the bug again and ordered a '01 SV650. I love it!
That new 1600 Vulcan Nomad, for $17K+ is a good buy if that's your kinda ride.