I love to ride as well but am preparing to take an extended hiatus due to the family. I've got two sons - 4 and 7 - and between coaching their sports and staying active with my adult softball and football teams I've decided something has to give and it will be the bike for now. At least with the sports we can still spend time together but the bike only has room for me and mom.
As to make, I currently have a 2006 Honda VTX 1300 - I love the bike and I love to ride but I just don't have the time. I'll give you an update in the future when I get back in the circuit.