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Of all of them, I really like the V7 Classic. Oh, wait, that there is not a BMW. That's right, in BMW's attempt to be number one in all fronts they have completely forgotten about the modern classics, unlike Guzzi, Ducati, Triumph, Harley, ....
I'm a bit unusual in this regard*,
But the only only bikes I've owned have been '85 and newer BMWs- which means that the three-button system is what I'm used to and most comfortable with. I recently spent about 30 miles on a friend's Aprilia scooter (which uses the 'Japanese' type signal switch) and I think I fumbled every turn signal in the entire ride.
*Well, most regards really, but that's another thread for another discussion...
How true. BMW has completely forgotten it's classic past, i.e. the pre-oilhead Boxers. They do not want to go there again! Discovered with the intro of the brick K's how hard-headed the airhead crowd is. Wish they would though; woud not a new R90S be grand?!
I too love the Guzzi V7 and the retro Ducatis, and the other retro bikes.
I have often wondered how the membership here feels about the new product coming from Germany. Do you like what you see? Do you find yourself lusting after one of the new models, or, are you thinking what were they "thinking"? Perhaps you are considering the purchase of another brand? I know when I ride my ol' airhead I appreciate the simplicity, but those simple "work on your " bike days are gone, never to return. Sure, some do wrench the new and newer bikes, and good on 'em! But it is a different day in general. What do ya think? Like the new stuff? Hate it? Wish you could get BMW to change direction? Any other thoughts pertaining to BMW bikes? Are ya gonna stay with the brand or abandon it for a new love?
How true. BMW has completely forgotten it's classic past, i.e. the pre-oilhead Boxers. They do not want to go there again! Discovered with the intro of the brick K's how hard-headed the airhead crowd is. Wish they would though; woud not a new R90S be grand?!
I too love the Guzzi V7 and the retro Ducatis, and the other retro bikes.
If you can wrench on an airhead, the new bikes will be a piece of cake.
Sit in on an oilhead tech day and you'll know exactly what those guys are doing during a tune up because it's what you're already doing.
My /2 and my hexhead are equally easy to service.
I'll stick with the brand. I like they way they make speed.
Do you like what you see? Perhaps you are considering the purchase of another brand?
Do you find yourself lusting after one of the new models, or, are you thinking what were they "thinking"?
I know when I ride my ol' airhead I appreciate the simplicity, but those simple "work on your " bike days are gone, never to return.
plus, the airhead imparts a special vibe that just isn't quite there on the new bikes.
Why on Earth do we need all this new horsepower? Just because the Italians and Japanese are nuts, must we follow like lemmings?