just to be sure...

[tunnie]

I was out and about on the MT yesterday and called by a Harley Davidson dealer

I actually passed my test in March and not ridden many bikes, and been on the case to see whats out there, but i am in love with a 1200 GSA

But, after chatting a bit, he let me out on this:

I have to say that is the worst bike i have ever ridden! My arse was numb after just 20 mins, the ride was rock hard, it refused to go around corners in a decent manner, it was very lumpy unless you spanked it. Vibration though the pegs was massive, as was the wind buffeting.

I felt very low and not really very safe on it, i found myself riding like a nervous learner!

Complete contrast from day earlier on the 12 GSA, where i was bombing through sweeping lanes at 80 with huge confidence. The BMW felt so natural in comparison to that American tractor!

I also popped by a Honda dealer as well, was not liking the vibe there, smelt like a show room, and none of the bikes appealed.

Unlike the BMW experiance where i was greeted by name and offered a big cup of tea and a biscuit.

My new contract work just can't start soon enough, as thats my GSA fund

 

[Brooner]

Good choice, but then I would say that wouldnt I

I have a couple of mates who have just come off sports bikes on to cruisers (one has a HD Fat Bob, the other has a Triumph Speedmaster), which look very nice but not my cup of tea.

Good luck with the contract and the GSA!