Hm... I'm renting it from Gamefly as we speak (should be arriving today or Monday)... if it's alright and the MP keeps me wanting more... I'll consider THIS.

The lightcycle that comes with the collector's edition is not actually diecast, it's all plastic, but still very cool. And it lights up.

I just picked up the CE at Gamestop last week and I'm really glad I did. It was worth it at this price. The game is actually a lot more fun than I thought it would be, and the model, though definitely not worth the original price, is a really cool design and makes a great display.
Anyway, I was wondering if anyone knows how you're supposed to change the batteries in the model? The only piece that seems separate is piece on the back that actually kind of feels like it's removable, but I didn't want to risk trying it.

It's $50 at Amazon (360 version) right now, not a bad price.

The ce bike lights up!? Will have to check that out when I get home. I was thinking of swapping with the core cycle.......