I've got a 2000 with 126 miles on it. It's a long story, but I had some health problems and couldn't ride for a while. On another point, it's a crime that this circuit isn't in F1
That's a better camera setup & clearer picture than most pro racers show ... I'm also a 5th Gen owner, not had her on a track yet, would love a blast around here though, mostly spoilt by knobheads in cars.
I have a 5th gen VFR 800Fi. I can assure you it’s not heavy and definitely not slow. I feel better on the VFR than my previous GSX-R 750 K8. Less power but the V4 has a wider power range and the frame is like a sword in the corners. She does exactly what you want and can change direction very quickly. Wide and fast corners are her hunting ground but she can handle very well even tight and twisty roads.