Right, so I got back into biking earlier this year after a 10 year absence with a cheap 2010 Bonneville SE which I bought sight unseen as it was a deal and I was busy at the time.Â
I've really been re-bitten (is that a word?) by the bug as previously I was commuting on a boring Honda and not into the whole lifestyle side of things. Now I am and I'm doing way more fun miles than I thought I would whilst also commuting when not cycling in.
I absolutely love the bike - its a peach of an engine, it looks lovely and its super easy to ride but there are 2 things I want that it doesn't/can't have.
Its too small for my gangly long legs and it has no real gravel road credentials.Â
So here is my wish list:
Twin (non negotiable - I absolutely do not want another inline 4 ever and I think a single will be too ploddy even for me.)
Reasonable seat height or at least seat to peg length for a 33 in inseam.
Great looks - modern classic etcÂ
Sub 10k (secondhand)
Reliable and cheap to service, the less electronics the better.
Less than 10 years old, 5-6 would be great.
Capable of a high mileage - if i love it I'll want to keep it and do some serious touring like down to Morocco, up to the Artic Circle etc
Oh so yeah, luggage (though I can travel light)
I think I know what I want but I'd be interested in other suggestions........what ya got?
