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From: chip@vaxwaller.UUCP
Newsgroups: net.cycle
Subject: Re: What to start out on
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Date: Tue, 4-Jun-85 12:45:25 EDT
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> > I'd like some recommendations on what kind of motorcycle to buy ...
> > 
> > 				Rob St. Amant
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	My wife and I got into motorcycling just recently (past 6 mos.),
and ride an '83 Suzuki GS450L.  The bike is light enough so that my wife
can pick it up (dropped in garage), and yet heavy enough to remain fairly
immune to freeway hazards (trucks, wind, etc.).  We're VERY happy with it
and would advise anyone looking to give this series serious consideration.

	Things to consider:
	What kind of riding will you do (commute, weekend, touring, etc)?
	Your physical size (one deciding factor in our choice was that
		both my wife and I are fairly short, and can reach the
		ground with ease on the 450L).
	How much experience with things mechanical (most riders do their
		own maintainence.  If you are not sure of the condition
		of the bike, and really don't want to mess with it, buy
		a new one).
	How much $$$ do you want to spend?

	Hope this short dissertation helps.

				Happiness;
				Chip


	P.S.  I couldn't agree more...Get a good helmet and leathers...
	      AND WEAR THEM!!!

-- 


		Chip Kozy   (415) 939-2400 x-2048
		Varian Inst. Grp.  2700 Mitchell Dr.  
		Walnut Creek, Calif.  94598
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