03-20-2018, 10:45 AM
Thanks so much everybody for all of the replies!!!!! The things that stands out to me are:
1. I was looking for a bike that I wanted for when I visit that she could also ride. Sounds like, regardless of my predispositions, smaller bikes will just be more appropriate for her. If I want something for me, I should get that regardless of what she'll be riding. It's unlikely that a bike that I'd want would be something that is good for a new rider.
2. Left to her own devices, she'd get something small and cheap, and I should just let that happen. She has a better sense of what she thinks is comfortable, appropriate and affordable. I'd be happy to contribute, but she's proud and doesn't want to break the bank, regardless of whose bank it is. The suggestions about the 500 sound great, but from what I see, she's looking for something more traditional looking. I think that she'll continue on her used Rebel quest and have me evaluate whatever she's looking to buy. It'll be fun regardless.
In any case, I really appreciate all of the comments. I still have a hankering for an 1100EX, but maybe I just get that for me and keep it in Maryland (maybe I ship the R1200C to CA for when I'm there...or even ride it cross-country as an adventure...)
1. I was looking for a bike that I wanted for when I visit that she could also ride. Sounds like, regardless of my predispositions, smaller bikes will just be more appropriate for her. If I want something for me, I should get that regardless of what she'll be riding. It's unlikely that a bike that I'd want would be something that is good for a new rider.
2. Left to her own devices, she'd get something small and cheap, and I should just let that happen. She has a better sense of what she thinks is comfortable, appropriate and affordable. I'd be happy to contribute, but she's proud and doesn't want to break the bank, regardless of whose bank it is. The suggestions about the 500 sound great, but from what I see, she's looking for something more traditional looking. I think that she'll continue on her used Rebel quest and have me evaluate whatever she's looking to buy. It'll be fun regardless.
In any case, I really appreciate all of the comments. I still have a hankering for an 1100EX, but maybe I just get that for me and keep it in Maryland (maybe I ship the R1200C to CA for when I'm there...or even ride it cross-country as an adventure...)