10-16-2014, 11:36 AM
I have a good memory. That's mainly what keeps me from adding a classic to my stable. Although bikes like the CB750 were considered the ultimate in reliability back in the 70s, they pale in comparison to modern machines. Also, you'd have to readjust to 40 year old suspension, frame and brake technology. It wasn't that great.
For a bike that'll just see occasional use around town and bike meets, it would probably be fine. Unfortunately, I don't have room in the stable for something that'll get limited use like that.
That being said, when I see a nicely restored (or original) classic bike, I'm inclined to stare at it for as long as possible
I think of 'em like those bikini contest models. Great to look at, as long as someone else is responsible for the upkeep 
For a bike that'll just see occasional use around town and bike meets, it would probably be fine. Unfortunately, I don't have room in the stable for something that'll get limited use like that.
That being said, when I see a nicely restored (or original) classic bike, I'm inclined to stare at it for as long as possible
I think of 'em like those bikini contest models. Great to look at, as long as someone else is responsible for the upkeep