considering another bike, need advice

[the Ferret]

Scott, take your wife up to your local Honda dealer and have her try lifting some of the cruisers off the side stands, particularly the VTX 1300. A lot of people say very good things about that model. It would be low enough for her to sit on/ride and powerful enough for the two of you. A windshield, soft leather bags and a back rest may make it the ideal bike for you guys. If she doesn't like that one just walk around and have her try a few bikes on for size.

There are plenty of them available used too.