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Old 07-21-2023, 10:51 AM   #1
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Suzuki, Kawasaki, Honda...

I need to add other bikes to the collection!

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Old 07-21-2023, 09:14 PM   #2
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You'll need a Yamaha, for a start.


 
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Old 07-21-2023, 09:38 PM   #3
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Is that a Vulcan? Love those things.
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Old 07-21-2023, 10:35 PM   #4
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You need a Ural.
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Old 07-22-2023, 06:21 AM   #5
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You need a Ural.
Ural's are cantankerous creatures that are barely domesticated. They're pretty much feral... You don't so much "ride" it as have a miles long argument while going down the road, and just like China bikes the maintenance isn't really hard, but pretty much constant. With all that being said, they're totally worth it for the cool factor and smiles they bring. So yeah, I'd say you need to add a Ural to the stable...
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Old 07-22-2023, 11:34 AM   #6
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Is that a Vulcan? Love those things.
suzuki intruder 1400.
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Old 07-22-2023, 05:26 PM   #7
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Where’s the c10?
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Old 07-22-2023, 05:34 PM   #8
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Where’s the c10?
long gone but not forgotten. I did love that bike.
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Old 10-23-2023, 08:18 AM   #9
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How about a Bonneville? Euro- standard. A bare naked cafe.
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Old 10-23-2023, 08:37 AM   #10
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How about a Bonneville? Euro- standard. A bare naked cafe.
no pure cafe. my back can't handle the position any more. I have eyed the bonnies for some time. however, I like the Royal Enfield 650 Interceptor too.
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Old 10-23-2023, 10:17 AM   #11
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That Royal Enfield 650 is nice. Quite comparable to the Bonnie

There's a 2012 BMW 1200RT listed on Craiglist for $8,750. Loaded with ALL options and a few aftermarket things. Reviews are very good. They all comment that it feels lighter and much more agile than the size and weight would suggest. The low center of gravity helps. Electric adjustable windshield, heated grips and seats. They say wind management is amazing. It apparently does well sport riding if your keep the rpm over 4500 in the twisties.

Even if I could afford it, my wife won't get on any motorcycle. It is a shame! I'd love to take some touring rides with her on that bike.
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Old 10-23-2023, 01:20 PM   #12
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That Royal Enfield 650 is nice. Quite comparable to the Bonnie

There's a 2012 BMW 1200RT listed on Craiglist for $8,750. Loaded with ALL options and a few aftermarket things. Reviews are very good. They all comment that it feels lighter and much more agile than the size and weight would suggest. The low center of gravity helps. Electric adjustable windshield, heated grips and seats. They say wind management is amazing. It apparently does well sport riding if your keep the rpm over 4500 in the twisties.

Even if I could afford it, my wife won't get on any motorcycle. It is a shame! I'd love to take some touring rides with her on that bike.
I was actually looking at the RTs. there are several R1150RTs (2001 to 2004) at really good prices. they would make a better option than the GW. they are lighter and still have good characteristics for touring. More along the lines of my old C10.
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