gs500f or ninja 500r

has anyone actually riden these two bikes and can give me an honest opinion and comparrison? i read a comparisson from 2004 but i'm guessing things may have changed a little since then. both bikes on paper seem to be very similar. i've sat on both and they seem fairly equal. the suzuki lets me sit a little more upright. of course this is only a simulated riding position. it may be a little different actually riding the bike. both bikes are in the same price range as well. any tips? hints? ideas? i've noticed a lot of people seem biased towards whatever bike they own or what they started on when they give advice to newbies for first purchases.  

Actually no, things havent changed since then with regards to these 2 bikes, The only thing that has changed on the EX since 1994 is the color. I think the Suzuki got some new bodywork in the last few years, but nothing of significance has changed on them.