"Bob Myers" <nospamplease@address.invalid> wrote in message
news:foiqnb$27n$1@usenet01.boi.hp.com...
>
> "David T. Ashley" <dta@e3ft.com> wrote in message
> news:54mdnZx2p-6iOzHanZ2dnUVZ_qmlnZ2d@giganews.com...
>> Just for kicks, if I were to buy one, how comfortable is it for long
>> trips?
>
> I think it's funny that everyone in this thread so far has
> focused on that word "comfortable" while ignoring the
> other little aspect of "long trips"...on a 'Busa, where the
> hell are you going to CARRY anything?
>
> Bob M.

Those one-wheeled trailers are trick, and should hardly be noticed up front.

"Road Glidin' Don" <d.langkd@gmail.com> wrote in message
news:ba423a43-1157-4f21-b94d-02481fc114ff@p69g2000hsa.googlegroups.com...
On Feb 8, 11:58 am, "David T. Ashley" <d...@e3ft.com> wrote:
>
>> Just for kicks, if I were to buy one, how comfortable is it for long
>> trips?

>Don't quote me on this - as I've never taken one on a long trip myself
>- but studies have shown people who had themselves neutered report
>they're quite comfy.

Hehe, is this "opposite world" where you play the part of Troy?

In all honesty the only discomfort I have riding my sportbike long distances
is in the neck and triceps.

That is easily (but not cheaply, about $500) fixed with a squid/stunta like
riser handler bar kit. Of course a Harley rider has NEVER swapped handle
bars to make his bike more comfortable!

Then again $500 is probably cheap for a Harley mod.

I do have an aftermarket Corbin seat, that is the best.

Bob Myers wrote:
> "David T. Ashley" <dta@e3ft.com> wrote in message
> news:54mdnZx2p-6iOzHanZ2dnUVZ_qmlnZ2d@giganews.com...
>> Just for kicks, if I were to buy one, how comfortable is it for long
>> trips?
>
> I think it's funny that everyone in this thread so far has
> focused on that word "comfortable" while ignoring the
> other little aspect of "long trips"...on a 'Busa, where the
> hell are you going to CARRY anything?
>
> Bob M.
>
>


Carry things!!?? I carry everything I need in my jacket
pockets......shorts, floppy hat, insect repellant sunscreen and a credit
card.

Rides are for riding, not transporting luggage!

On Fri, 8 Feb 2008 17:15:32 -0700, "BryanUT" <nestle12@comcast.net>
wrote:

>"Road Glidin' Don" <d.langkd@gmail.com> wrote in message
>news:ba423a43-1157-4f21-b94d-02481fc114ff@p69g2000hsa.googlegroups.com...
>On Feb 8, 11:58 am, "David T. Ashley" <d...@e3ft.com> wrote:
>>
>>> Just for kicks, if I were to buy one, how comfortable is it for long
>>> trips?
>
>>Don't quote me on this - as I've never taken one on a long trip myself
>>- but studies have shown people who had themselves neutered report
>>they're quite comfy.
>
>Hehe, is this "opposite world" where you play the part of Troy?

Yes, I even wore a pink tu-tu and hired some Harley guys to make fun
of me, to better understand his pain.

--

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On Feb 8, 7:04*pm, "Bob Myers" <nospample...@address.invalid> wrote:
> "David T. Ashley" <d...@e3ft.com> wrote in messagenews:54mdnZx2p-6iOzHanZ2dnUVZ_qmlnZ2d@giganews.com...
>
> > Just for kicks, if I were to buy one, how comfortable is it for long
> > trips?
>
> I think it's funny that everyone in this thread so far has
> focused on that word "comfortable" while ignoring the
> other little aspect of "long trips"...on a 'Busa, where the
> hell are you going to CARRY anything?

http://www.members.aol.com/saddlebag/duc.jpg

http://www.members.aol.com/saddlebag/trump.jpg

http://www.members.aol.com/saddlebag/fjr.jpg

And the nice thing about sportbike hard luggage is that it is
lockable, detachable, and has handles that make carrying it to the
room after a long day a breeze. Tankbags usually have clear plastic
sleeves on the top to hold your map too.

"Andrew" <yogig.no.spamm.spam.no._@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:6149m9F1srgijU1@mid.individual.net...
>
> In your softbags!
> This is what I look like when I travel (except it's the speed triple
> that's loaded up these days.)
>
> http://groups.msn.com/mctrippics/sec...oto&PhotoID=50
>

How long was your trip? I use a set of Nelson-Riggs tailpack and soft bags
on the F4i.

I really need a little more storage, so a tankbag is on the list. Damn
armoured leatther jacket takes up a lot of space.

"BryanUT" <nestle12@comcast.net> wrote in message
news:JbSdnVE9A9yWhzDanZ2dnUVZ_hynnZ2d@comcast.com. ..
>
> "Andrew" <yogig.no.spamm.spam.no._@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> news:6149m9F1srgijU1@mid.individual.net...
>>
>> In your softbags!
>> This is what I look like when I travel (except it's the speed triple
>> that's loaded up these days.)
>>
>> http://groups.msn.com/mctrippics/sec...oto&PhotoID=50
>>
>
> How long was your trip? I use a set of Nelson-Riggs tailpack and soft
> bags on the F4i.
>
> I really need a little more storage, so a tankbag is on the list. Damn
> armoured leatther jacket takes up a lot of space.
>


Around 2200 miles from Seattle down to Laguna Seca and back with some
additional riding around the BA and some really nice Norcal Roads.

Here's a pic from that WSB weekend with some AMS warriors:
http://groups.msn.com/mctrippics/sec...oto&PhotoID=73
Notice that Bob's got 2 legs!


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00 Daytona
00 Speed Triple
71 Kawi H1
05 Kiddo

On Fri, 08 Feb 2008 16:14:58 -0800, Timberwoof
<timberwoof.spam@infernosoft.com> wrote:

>In article
><ba423a43-1157-4f21-b94d-02481fc114ff@p69g2000hsa.googlegroups.com>,
> "Road Glidin' Don" <d.langkd@gmail.com> wrote:
>
>> On Feb 8, 11:58*am, "David T. Ashley" <d...@e3ft.com> wrote:
>> >
>> > Just for kicks, if I were to buy one, how comfortable is it for long trips?
>>
>> Don't quote me on this - as I've never taken one on a long trip myself
>> - but studies have shown people who had themselves neutered report
>> they're quite comfy.
>
>Oh, Don! I wish you had asked me before taking that drastic step!

It's the doctor's fault. He said it would rid me of my headaches!

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"Road Glidin' Don" <langkd_NO_SPAM@shaw.ca> wrote in message
news:47ad279b.616473481@shawnews.ed.shawcable.net. ..
> On Fri, 08 Feb 2008 16:14:58 -0800, Timberwoof
> <timberwoof.spam@infernosoft.com> wrote:
>
>>In article
>><ba423a43-1157-4f21-b94d-02481fc114ff@p69g2000hsa.googlegroups.com>,
>> "Road Glidin' Don" <d.langkd@gmail.com> wrote:
>>
>>> On Feb 8, 11:58 am, "David T. Ashley" <d...@e3ft.com> wrote:
>>> >
>>> > Just for kicks, if I were to buy one, how comfortable is it for long
>>> > trips?
>>>
>>> Don't quote me on this - as I've never taken one on a long trip myself
>>> - but studies have shown people who had themselves neutered report
>>> they're quite comfy.
>>
>>Oh, Don! I wish you had asked me before taking that drastic step!
>
> It's the doctor's fault. He said it would rid me of my headaches!
>
> --
>
> Home page: http://xidos.ca



It also keeps you from straying too far from home!
You're going to end up putting on weight.

--
Andrew
00 Daytona
00 Speed Triple
71 Kawi H1
05 Kiddo

On Fri, 8 Feb 2008 20:19:53 -0800, "Andrew"
<yogig.no.spamm.spam.no._@hotmail.com> wrote:

>"Road Glidin' Don" <langkd_NO_SPAM@shaw.ca> wrote in message
>news:47ad279b.616473481@shawnews.ed.shawcable.net ...
>> On Fri, 08 Feb 2008 16:14:58 -0800, Timberwoof
>> <timberwoof.spam@infernosoft.com> wrote:
>>
>>>In article
>>><ba423a43-1157-4f21-b94d-02481fc114ff@p69g2000hsa.googlegroups.com>,
>>> "Road Glidin' Don" <d.langkd@gmail.com> wrote:
>>>
>>>> On Feb 8, 11:58 am, "David T. Ashley" <d...@e3ft.com> wrote:
>>>> >
>>>> > Just for kicks, if I were to buy one, how comfortable is it for long
>>>> > trips?
>>>>
>>>> Don't quote me on this - as I've never taken one on a long trip myself
>>>> - but studies have shown people who had themselves neutered report
>>>> they're quite comfy.
>>>
>>>Oh, Don! I wish you had asked me before taking that drastic step!
>>
>> It's the doctor's fault. He said it would rid me of my headaches!
>
>It also keeps you from straying too far from home!
>You're going to end up putting on weight.

Did the subject just change to marriage when I wasn't looking?

--

Home page: http://xidos.ca

On Sat, 09 Feb 2008 13:25:45 +1300, BrianNZ wrote:

> I carry everything I need in my jacket pockets......shorts, floppy
> hat, insect repellant sunscreen and a credit card.

That packing list is appropriate for travel to a tropical island.

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... 1979 Honda Goldwing GL1000 (Geraldine)
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... 32° — Wind SSE 6 mph — Sky overcast. Light snow; mist.

Chuck Rhode wrote:
> On Sat, 09 Feb 2008 13:25:45 +1300, BrianNZ wrote:
>
>> I carry everything I need in my jacket pockets......shorts, floppy
>> hat, insect repellant sunscreen and a credit card.
>
> That packing list is appropriate for travel to a tropical island.
>

Well, living in a pacific paradise has it's benefits.

My holidays are always taken during the sunny weather, and riding is the
focus, not sightseeing or going out at night, so there is no need to
pack a bag. Motel/hotels are the only way to go....hot showers and a
good sleep are a must!

In article <47ad279b.616473481@shawnews.ed.shawcable.net>,
langkd_NO_SPAM@shaw.ca (Road Glidin' Don) wrote:

> On Fri, 08 Feb 2008 16:14:58 -0800, Timberwoof
> <timberwoof.spam@infernosoft.com> wrote:
>
> >In article
> ><ba423a43-1157-4f21-b94d-02481fc114ff@p69g2000hsa.googlegroups.com>,
> > "Road Glidin' Don" <d.langkd@gmail.com> wrote:
> >
> >> On Feb 8, 11:58*am, "David T. Ashley" <d...@e3ft.com> wrote:
> >> >
> >> > Just for kicks, if I were to buy one, how comfortable is it for long
> >> > trips?
> >>
> >> Don't quote me on this - as I've never taken one on a long trip myself
> >> - but studies have shown people who had themselves neutered report
> >> they're quite comfy.
> >
> >Oh, Don! I wish you had asked me before taking that drastic step!
>
> It's the doctor's fault. He said it would rid me of my headaches!

:/ I suggest you get a different doctor. ;-)

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"David T. Ashley" <dta@e3ft.com> writes in rec.motorcycles:
>I was looking at the Suzuki Hayabusa on their web page. I noted in a review
>that it does 0-60 in comfortably under 6 seconds. I also noted that the top
>speed is above that of my 1998 Ford Ranger 4-cylinder.

My Honda Transalp does 0-60 in comfortably under 6 seconds. So if that's
what you're after, you don't need a Hayabusa.

Besides that, the Hayabusa is not really a sports bike but quite a
comfortable sportive touring bike, compared to real sportsbikes.

Mike

David T. Ashley wrote:
> "Jeff Mayner" <jeffmayner@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> news:XvCdndW4t-DMWzHanZ2dnUVZ_gWdnZ2d@giganews.com...
>>>
>>> I'd probably never get the throttle more than 40% the way I ride,
>>> but I'd just be curious what one is like and how practical it is for
>>> traveling.
>>
>> I have a feeling you wouldn't get the thing out of first gear. That
>> bike can go faster in first than your 4 cyl. Ranger can go top end,
>> or close to it.
>>
>> If you must buy a "Sport"type bike get something smaller like a
>> Honda CBR F4i or a Suzuki Katana 750. You may well be able to find
>> some still new leftovers for cheap.
>
> The Katana 750 looks OK. Thanks for the advice.
>
> As far as leftovers ... I love eBay motors and dealerships that need
> to get rid of last year's models. For a $7K bike, I doubt I'd pay
> over $5500 max. Yep, leftovers are great.

Righty-o.

Oh, and sorry about the "Are you for real" comment. I was just a little
taken-a-back with the Hayabusa and 6 seconds thing. ;-)

BryanUT wrote:
>> Just for kicks, if I were to buy one, how comfortable is it for long
>> trips?
>>
>> I've never even sat on a sportbike, so I have no idea how it feels.
>> It looks like you are always leaning forward on your arms?
>>
>
> I can do about 500-600 miles on my F4i. It is the only bike I own so
> if I want to tour it is my only choice.
>
> If you want to TRY a sportbike do this: Go to your local Buell dealer
> and ask for a test ride. I demo'd Buell, Aprilia and Ducati last
> year.
>
> BTW, I'm 51, It's not just kids that like sport bikes.

Roger that! ;-)

Andrew wrote:
> "Road Glidin' Don" <langkd_NO_SPAM@shaw.ca> wrote in message
> news:47ad279b.616473481@shawnews.ed.shawcable.net. ..
>> On Fri, 08 Feb 2008 16:14:58 -0800, Timberwoof
>> <timberwoof.spam@infernosoft.com> wrote:
>>
>>> In article
>>> <ba423a43-1157-4f21-b94d-02481fc114ff@p69g2000hsa.googlegroups.com>,
>>> "Road Glidin' Don" <d.langkd@gmail.com> wrote:
>>>
>>>> On Feb 8, 11:58 am, "David T. Ashley" <d...@e3ft.com> wrote:
>>>>>
>>>>> Just for kicks, if I were to buy one, how comfortable is it for
>>>>> long trips?
>>>>
>>>> Don't quote me on this - as I've never taken one on a long trip
>>>> myself - but studies have shown people who had themselves neutered
>>>> report they're quite comfy.
>>>
>>> Oh, Don! I wish you had asked me before taking that drastic step!
>>
>> It's the doctor's fault. He said it would rid me of my headaches!
>>
>> --
>>
>> Home page: http://xidos.ca
>
>
>
> It also keeps you from straying too far from home!
> You're going to end up putting on weight.

Probably quit jumping the fence to roam the neighborhood though, so, it may
be a good deal.

Road Glidin' Don wrote:
> On Feb 8, 4:56 pm, "Andrew" <yogig.no.spamm.spam.n...@hotmail.com>
> wrote:
>> "Road Glidin' Don" <d.lan...@gmail.com> wrote in
>> messagenews:ba423a43-1157-4f21-b94d-02481fc114ff@p69g2000hsa.googlegroups.com...
>> On Feb 8, 11:58 am, "David T. Ashley" <d...@e3ft.com> wrote:
>>
>>> Just for kicks, if I were to buy one, how comfortable is it for long
>>> trips?
>>>>> Don't quote me on this - as I've never taken one on a long trip
>>>>> myself - but studies have shown people who had themselves
>>>>> neutered report they're quite comfy.
>>
>> So that's why chicks dig them!
>
> But... Wasn't Susan just saying something about pussies not fitting
> on them?

Timberwolf. :-)

Road Glidin' Don wrote:
> On Feb 8, 4:56 pm, "Andrew" <yogig.no.spamm.spam.n...@hotmail.com>
> wrote:
>> "Road Glidin' Don" <d.lan...@gmail.com> wrote in
>> messagenews:ba423a43-1157-4f21-b94d-02481fc114ff@p69g2000hsa.googlegroups.com...
>> On Feb 8, 11:58 am, "David T. Ashley" <d...@e3ft.com> wrote:
>>
>>> Just for kicks, if I were to buy one, how comfortable is it for long
>>> trips?
>>>>> Don't quote me on this - as I've never taken one on a long trip
>>>>> myself - but studies have shown people who had themselves
>>>>> neutered report they're quite comfy.
>>
>> So that's why chicks dig them!
>
> But... Wasn't Susan just saying something about pussies not fitting
> on them?

Oops.

Timberwoof. :-(

The Older Gentleman wrote:
> David T. Ashley <dta@e3ft.com> wrote:
>
>> I've never even sat on a sportbike, so I have no idea how it feels.
>> It looks like you are always leaning forward on your arms?
>
> Depends on the bike and the riding position. They differ more than
> they look like they should.
>
> I remember riding a Ducati 748: it was crippling. OTOH, a Kawasaki
> ZX10, which looked equally suited to a contortionist, was far more
> comfy. And GSXR1000 was like a settee.
>
> "Not all sports bikes are the same."

I wnet to a dealer in Fresno to buy my first really go fast bike. Had my
mind set on the GSXR1000. Sat on it and immediately got a cramp in the hip
flexors, or abductors, whatever. ;-)

Went down the line and sat on the '07 CBR1000RR. The differance was eye
opening. I bought the CBR. Put Heli risers and new brakelines on the thing
and was reasonably comfortable on it doing a 100 miler a couple of weekends
ago.

Ain't as comfy as the ST but it'll do. ;-)

On Fri, 8 Feb 2008 16:16:07 -0800, "Andrew"
<yogig.no.spamm.spam.no._@hotmail.com> wrote:

>"Bob Myers" <nospamplease@address.invalid> wrote in message

>> where the hell are you going to CARRY anything?
>
>In your softbags!
>This is what I look like when I travel (except it's the speed triple that's
>loaded up these days.)
>
>http://groups.msn.com/mctrippics/sec...oto&PhotoID=50

Damn. I carry more than that bringing home the groceries.

--
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Bob Myers wrote:
> "David T. Ashley" <dta@e3ft.com> wrote in message
> news:54mdnZx2p-6iOzHanZ2dnUVZ_qmlnZ2d@giganews.com...
>> Just for kicks, if I were to buy one, how comfortable is it for long
>> trips?
>
> I think it's funny that everyone in this thread so far has
> focused on that word "comfortable" while ignoring the
> other little aspect of "long trips"...on a 'Busa, where the
> hell are you going to CARRY anything?

Coretech makes a nice set of rear bags and "trunk". Looks kinda goofy on the
CBR but they work so who cares? ;-)

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y24...8SatCas037.jpg


>
> Bob M.

Jeff Mayner <jeffmayner@yahoo.com> wrote:

> I wnet to a dealer in Fresno to buy my first really go fast bike. Had my
> mind set on the GSXR1000. Sat on it and immediately got a cramp in the hip
> flexors, or abductors, whatever. ;-)
>
> Went down the line and sat on the '07 CBR1000RR. The differance was eye
> opening.

Haven't ridden that one. Mind you, the Gixxer was a K4 or K5, too. But
yeah, as you say, super-fast and super-sharp handling doesn't
necessarily mean a trip to the chiropractor.

Ducati thought along those lines with the ST4S: essentially, a 996 with
a decent riding position, nice seat, more protective fairing and a
pannier set. A sports tourer that did 160+.

The strange thing was that nobody really bought it, although now they're
discontinued, they're quite sought-after (in the UK, anyway).




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Andrew wrote:
> "Bob Myers" <nospamplease@address.invalid> wrote in message
> news:foiqnb$27n$1@usenet01.boi.hp.com...
>>
>> "David T. Ashley" <dta@e3ft.com> wrote in message
>> news:54mdnZx2p-6iOzHanZ2dnUVZ_qmlnZ2d@giganews.com...
>>> Just for kicks, if I were to buy one, how comfortable is it for long
>>> trips?
>>
>> I think it's funny that everyone in this thread so far has
>> focused on that word "comfortable" while ignoring the
>> other little aspect of "long trips"...on a 'Busa, where the
>> hell are you going to CARRY anything?
>>
>> Bob M.
>
>
> In your softbags!
> This is what I look like when I travel (except it's the speed triple
> that's loaded up these days.)
>
> http://groups.msn.com/mctrippics/sec...oto&PhotoID=50

Something about a silver bike. ;-)

The Older Gentleman wrote:
> Jeff Mayner <jeffmayner@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
>> I wnet to a dealer in Fresno to buy my first really go fast bike.
>> Had my mind set on the GSXR1000. Sat on it and immediately got a
>> cramp in the hip flexors, or abductors, whatever. ;-)
>>
>> Went down the line and sat on the '07 CBR1000RR. The differance was
>> eye opening.
>
> Haven't ridden that one. Mind you, the Gixxer was a K4 or K5, too. But
> yeah, as you say, super-fast and super-sharp handling doesn't
> necessarily mean a trip to the chiropractor.
>
> Ducati thought along those lines with the ST4S: essentially, a 996
> with a decent riding position, nice seat, more protective fairing and
> a pannier set. A sports tourer that did 160+.
>
> The strange thing was that nobody really bought it, although now
> they're discontinued, they're quite sought-after (in the UK, anyway).

I looked at those (used) before I bought my ST. Sexy (for a Sport Tourer)
and made all the right sounds. The yellow one was very nice.

Went with the Honda 'cause I was too chicken to pull the trigger on the
Italian and it's, less than Honda's, reliability issues. I'm dumb that way
sometimes. :-)

On Sat, 9 Feb 2008 10:06:41 +0000, totallydeadmailbox@yahoo.co.uk (The
Older Gentleman) wrote:

>Ducati thought along those lines with the ST4S: essentially, a 996 with
>a decent riding position, nice seat, more protective fairing and a
>pannier set. A sports tourer that did 160+.
>
>The strange thing was that nobody really bought it, although now they're
>discontinued, they're quite sought-after (in the UK, anyway).

I looked at one. When looking at bikes, I tend to fiddle around,
looking at details, trying to get an idea of how the design engineers
worked. What put me off the bike were the panniers. They were a pain
in the butt. Too small, too kludgy, to difficult to open and close. It
made me wonder what other parts of the bike were like that.

--
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BrianNZ wrote:
> Chuck Rhode wrote:
>> On Sat, 09 Feb 2008 13:25:45 +1300, BrianNZ wrote:
>>
>>> I carry everything I need in my jacket pockets......shorts, floppy
>>> hat, insect repellant sunscreen and a credit card.
>>
>> That packing list is appropriate for travel to a tropical island.
>>
>
> Well, living in a pacific paradise has it's benefits.
>
> My holidays are always taken during the sunny weather, and riding is
> the focus, not sightseeing or going out at night, so there is no
> need
> to pack a bag. Motel/hotels are the only way to go....hot showers
> and
> a good sleep are a must!

I'm curious, what does a motel room cost in NZ?

--
--
--John
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(was jclarke at eye bee em dot net)

Turby <turbosurfer@beach.comber> wrote:

> What put me off the bike were the panniers. They were a pain
> in the butt. Too small, too kludgy, to difficult to open and close. It
> made me wonder what other parts of the bike were like that.

According to a friend who runs one, it's great.

But I know *exactly* what you mean about details like that putting one
off. I remember being so irritated by the difficulty in getting panniers
on and off a Pan-European (mid-1990s) that it spoiled my whole picture
of the bike.


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J. Clarke <jclarke.usenet@cox.net> wrote:


>
> I'm curious, what does a motel room cost in NZ?

More than a night in your trailer: less than a night in the George Cinq.


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GAGARPHOF#30 GHPOTHUF#1 BOTAFOT#60 ANORAK#06 YTC#3
BOF#30 WUSS#5 The bells, the bells.....
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Jeff Mayner <jeffmayner@yahoo.com> wrote:

> Went with the Honda 'cause I was too chicken to pull the trigger on the
> Italian and it's, less than Honda's, reliability issues. I'm dumb that way
> sometimes. :-)

Probably a good call. Though my own Duke has been the most reliable bike
I've ever owned, and I've had it more than 10 years now.

Strange but true. It failed to start once - a brand new NGK spark plug
popped. Other than that, it's got through a couple of neutral light
switches, some wheel bearings, and... er, um, that's it, beyong the
usual consumables like chains, tyres, silencers. And the OE cans lasted
a decade.


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BOF#30 WUSS#5 The bells, the bells.....
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