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Old 08-09-2022, 08:05 PM   #14
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Originally Posted by TominMO View Post
I would also point out that Japanese bikes didn't used to be good at all. I have owned motorcycles since the 60s, and by today's standards, they were just plain junk. Today's Chinese bikes, even the low-end ones, are better than Japanese bikes back then for sure.

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I helps to have perspective, which comes with age. I was a bit rough on you Jay, sorry. Caught me at a bad moment.
Mine was a 1974 Suzuki TS250. NICE 2-stroke engine, but the frame and suspension were mush! All 3 Chinese bikes in my garage have better frames and FAR superior suspension.

Having access to these Chinese dirt bikes (and many nice road bikes) is awesome! I would have SOOO happy to have my Storm when I was 16!


 
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