oh, and some positivity, too: fear and trepidation is normal for success, and the joy will come as you slowly develop your abilities and master your fear -- and it's a rush! never entirely abandon the fear, though, as it will become a finely honed resource that will also protect you. the only route to mastering that fear is to RIDE and REFLECT.
aside: honestly, even with dct, i'm not sure the ctx700 is a total newb bike -- it's just heavy and cumbersome enough to discourage experimentation. see if you can get some time on a 250cc or even a scooter before you take up the ctx in earnest. you'll be able to treat your new baby so much better once you've made all your initial clumsy mistakes on a little "disposable" ride!