Snyper, You are correct,, that Squid is a great guy that is always willing to jump in and help another rider.
FYI, I run 55W passing lamps, extra lights in the back. During cold weather I have a heated jacket, pants and gloves, never have I had my battery go dead on me, but, when its cold enough for all that gear the bike gets plugged in every night and I have a 60 watt light bulb under the oil pan that keeps the oil fairly warm at night for easier starts in the morning.