I have been with SF for 22yrs. I have a clean record and my rates have never gone up more that a couple of $ a month.
As to Panici, you might want to call SF again. I remember being told several yrs ago about having to keep my bike insured for 12 mths. Last summer I called them because I want to lower my rates by raising my deductable. They told me I could suspend my collision insurance for the winter again, which I did. My winter payment is $6 a month for fire, theft and vandilism, summer payment is mid $90. I have been mid $90 for at least the last 5 yrs.
You are not lowering your rate by doing this. Your rate is based on 6 months season, so all they have done for you is to let your rate vary throughout the calendar year. Per 12 months basis you are paying the same money. Makes no difference whatsoever .... do the math again.