Riding on the track is the best thing you probably could do as a new rider. Not just riding, but taking the motorcycle training on the tracks, they will hone you're skills but really the best thing about them is they will prepare you for situations which you would potentially panic on the street. The track isn't about being good, especially when you start, it's about learning.I don't plan on riding in the rain right now and I'm far from having the skills for track. Hopefully someday I will be confident to give it a try. Thanks for the suggestion. I may not take advantage of it now but I will definitely keep it in mind when I get some experience.
BTW, I had a chance to hear one of your exhausts on an FZ09 and it is sweet! I hope that I can get on your last batch of exhausts. I have a welder friend so I would get the DIY. I'm sure it won't sound exactly the same on the FZ6R but if it sounds half as good, I will be excited.
I think, for your needs the Michelins are the best way to go.
BTW, did you mention the problems you found on the bike that the dealer didn't disclose?