Your wife may have said no to a bike, but you're your own person—and you're getting one anyway! Winter is actually the best time to buy, with prices lower than usual.
I’ve got a 2016 MV Agusta Brutale 800RR with 13k miles on it. It’s a top-tier Italian naked bike that’s in great condition, always well-maintained by the dealership in Santa Monica.
This is a VERY FUN bike to ride. It is LOUD and a lot of torque.