Jay really glad that you posted this as have to say i am in a similar boat and really struggling with what I should be buying.
I have now fully bought my road bike (F900R) so its now mine and i love it but also it is never going to go on track.
I know that there is some inheritance that is coming in my direction in 6 to 12 months meaning I will be looking to buy a track bike at some point in 2024 (I assume this time next year)
Jay from following you at Portimao i would say your current riding style seems to suit a Thou and as you have had a few blades maybe just get an older track version might be an idea
you have seen me on ZX636 and have to say what you loose out on power wise you really gain in the corners as I find it easy to late brake and carry more corner speed but at only about 115bhp it will feel very different from the blade and will be honest i am now looking for more power
I have recently got to play on a Gixxer 750 (US import) and this might be an option but have to say i find it not comfortable to ride, the tank is the wrong shape and i struggle to lock into the tank mid corner.
I was then considering going for a thou (BMW S1000RR or R1) but got to be honest for my ability I just don't feel comfortable trying to power on out of corner exit with 200bhp trying to spit you at every opportunity.
What I am really looking for is something at about 140 / 150 bhp either a triple or a 4 pot (don't think i want a twin as engine braking from a twin might be a bit much for the track) would be better if it was a sports bike rather then a naked but if the right thing was found then maybe i just need to make it my own.
Would really be interested in what you go for and also the thoughts of the group as have quite a bit of time to consider this until the money is in the bank account to allow me to buy.