I usually get ppl staring if the've never seen a Spyder. The weirdest comment I've ever had was from an old lady who I had parked next to. I was putting my gear back on and she was getting into her carr looked over and said "That looks like something I could handle" and then laughed. For a second I thought it was a complement but then thought nope that was not a compliment. It made me laugh, that old lady had spunk. As for "the wave" I get a lot of waves back even from some HD riders. I of course get ignored some HD riders but I noticed it depends on the HD. Saw a guy on and older HD coming my way once so I did the keep it rubber side down gesture. He didn't wave (had ape hangers) but I got a nod of approval. At the end of the day it's all good I love my Spyder.