07-09-2016, 05:57 AM
I bought a 2006 Wee-Strom brand new, been driving it for 10 years now. I quickly got over all that "adventure" nonsense and saw it for what it was, an excellent value for the money. It's a darned good commuter, and large enough with enough power to be a decent highway cruiser. Good wind protection, decent aftermarket support, and a rock-solid engine. It takes a little time to get used to how high it sits (I lowered my 1") but once you get used to the balance you can confidently throw it into corners and roll full throttle on exits. In fact, at that power level you can roll full throttle quite often - which is not something I'd do on a true sports bike. I also changed out the windshield to improve air flow and modified the seat some for couch cushion comfort. Added a top box to carry my lunch.
But it ain't pretty, that's for sure. So I never washed it. Usually just leave it sitting out in the rain occasionally to knock the dirt off. She doesn't complain, and after 40,000 miles still runs strong. The CB is my new baby, but the Wee-Strom is still there and ready for duty.
But it ain't pretty, that's for sure. So I never washed it. Usually just leave it sitting out in the rain occasionally to knock the dirt off. She doesn't complain, and after 40,000 miles still runs strong. The CB is my new baby, but the Wee-Strom is still there and ready for duty.