I totally get what you are feeling. I've worked in sales so I am pretty sensitive to the subject as well. However, if you like SP2 better than 1 (and from what you've written, I think we all like SP2 better) then you need to stick with that person. Your comfort and fit on a bike should not come second to sales/commission etiquette.

I only work with the employees I like and trust. I'd be asking for SP2 to finish up what was started with the 44 Ruby.