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@Oliver Schick
The backbone of your speech should be why you like him, why you like her, and why you're really happy that they're together--if all of these obtain.
Avoid tasteless jokes. What's the point? Upholding the tradition of cringeworthy best man speeches? You can get laughs with proper jokes that don't rely on crassness.
Hold the speech according to your nature. For instance, I couldn't be funny if I tried, so I wouldn't try and I'd just concentrate on what I'm good at. If you're naturally funny, be funny.
Think 'how can I help make their wedding day special?'
Disclaimer: I haven't given a best man speech and I've only been to one wedding here--the tradition of best man speeches doesn't exist in Germany (natch).