02-11-2014, 02:10 AM
Seriously; the oil cooler is in the way of making a mount for a Vetter fairing. There are times I'd consider a Vetter on this girl.
Taller seat; but that is purely subjective.
Other gripes have been addressed with the Deluxe version (except tubeless spoked wheels).
The frame is what it is to avoid being an aluminum perimeter frame. The engineers get full marks for making a strong frame using tubing.
I'd like a longer front fender to protect the engine from road crap.
Four into four. But I guess you need to decide what era your retro bike is going to be from. I prefer the 70's. It's about the only thing from the 70's I prefer.
Taller seat; but that is purely subjective.
Other gripes have been addressed with the Deluxe version (except tubeless spoked wheels).
The frame is what it is to avoid being an aluminum perimeter frame. The engineers get full marks for making a strong frame using tubing.
I'd like a longer front fender to protect the engine from road crap.
Four into four. But I guess you need to decide what era your retro bike is going to be from. I prefer the 70's. It's about the only thing from the 70's I prefer.