I also agree with the hot weather riding. It's not that bad as long as you're
moving, but as soon as you get into stop-and-go stuff on the surface streets
it's simply unbearable. I didn't ride today for a couple of reasons, one of
which was the humidity, even though it's only supposed ot get up to the high
80s today. At 6:00 am it was already 90% humidity, which means you're soaking
wet by the time you get to work. Part of that is due to the fact that I ride
with full gear no matter what the weather (Joe Rocket Kevlar reinforced mesh
jacket in this weather, jeans, gloves, full face helmet, you get the idea.) I
am simply amazed when I see people on their bikes in shorts, t-shirts, Nikes
and no helmets. They are future organ donors.
I personally think that four cylinders is overkill for this as well, not to
mention that it will increase fuel consumption with little or no tradeoff. The
only thing I would suggest if you plan on buying a bike for the purpose stated
is to get something with a fairing. My Virago isn't suited for a fairing,
although there are aftermarket windscreens that can be had with protection for
the handlebar areas. I have a full sized windscreen, and although that cuts
down on a lot of road/bug detrius, it does make for a tiring ride in long windy
or highway drives.
Here in the Tampa area, you must ride like you have a bullseye on your back.
People are unbelieveably inattentive, and will do all sorts of stupid things
that put you in danger. The worst is the driver that is yakking on their cell
phone as they are super inattentive when it comes to small targets like bikes.
I had a soccer mom in her minivan pull out in front of me the other day in
broad daylight. She didn't even look, and she was - yep, you guessed - talking
on her cell phone. It just so happened that I pulled up next to her at the
next light. I motioned for her to roll down her window, after which I
suggested that she place the cell phone in a body cavity that would prevent it
from being used while she was driving. I don't think she cared for my
suggestion. Her kids thought it was funny, though. I'm sure they'll share my
comments with Dad when they get home....
Dan
Loren Faeth <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
I agree with Jim about riding in 100+ heat. However I disagree with
the 4 cyl statement. I am not a fan of BMW cars, but the BMW
motorcycles are reliable, and the twins are smooth, simple,
owner-servicable. You do not need 4 cyl. If you want a commute, you
do not want/need a superbike. Crotch rockets will get you in trouble.
If you study motorcycle statistics, you will find most accidents are
inexperienced riders on Harleys, or imitation harleys. THey are too
heavy for most riders, and not a way to get good mileage either.
Good luck! If you continue the MC quest, always have a plan of
action with at least one escape route. People WILL pull out in front of you!
LF
1971 R75/5 since 1972 R50/2 before that
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