Riding something with character - where to start
Discussion
I'm wanting to get something with two wheels for commuting to work and a bit of summer fun.
I have a car so it'll be almost exclusively for fair weather use. The commute is usually well before / after rush hour so while I'm not too worried about keeping up with traffic, it'd be nice to have something with a tiny bit of poke. I mostly want something a bit interesting and retro that I'll enjoy using. Modern mopeds and superbikes don't really do anything for me I'm afraid.
Would my best bet be to go the full DAS and get something like a Bonneville straight off the mark?
Alternatively would you recommend a CBT and something along the lines of an older Vespa / 125 as a stepping stone to something bigger if I enjoy it?
The old bank account isn't exactly overflowing so what would you do in my shoes? Also if anyone knows any good schools in SW London I'm hoping for some suggestions.
I have a car so it'll be almost exclusively for fair weather use. The commute is usually well before / after rush hour so while I'm not too worried about keeping up with traffic, it'd be nice to have something with a tiny bit of poke. I mostly want something a bit interesting and retro that I'll enjoy using. Modern mopeds and superbikes don't really do anything for me I'm afraid.
Would my best bet be to go the full DAS and get something like a Bonneville straight off the mark?
Alternatively would you recommend a CBT and something along the lines of an older Vespa / 125 as a stepping stone to something bigger if I enjoy it?
The old bank account isn't exactly overflowing so what would you do in my shoes? Also if anyone knows any good schools in SW London I'm hoping for some suggestions.
Wow, thanks for all the suggestions!
Harley Sportster 883 - really liking the look of them. Had no idea Harley's were that affordable used.
Herald / Brixton / Mash / Bullit - great looking bikes. Will do some more research on these but look ideal.
Royal Enfield - love the look but maybe a bit too 'vintage' for me!
XSR900 - probably a bit more than I'm looking to spend tbh.
954 / MT07/09 / Street Triple - A bit modern looking for me. Fantastic bikes I'm absolutely sure, just not for me.
Harley Sportster 883 - really liking the look of them. Had no idea Harley's were that affordable used.
Herald / Brixton / Mash / Bullit - great looking bikes. Will do some more research on these but look ideal.
Royal Enfield - love the look but maybe a bit too 'vintage' for me!
XSR900 - probably a bit more than I'm looking to spend tbh.
954 / MT07/09 / Street Triple - A bit modern looking for me. Fantastic bikes I'm absolutely sure, just not for me.
Cheers all, loads more great suggestions. Thank you!
Budget wise I guess £5k tops, happy with second hand of course.
Out of interest what are peoples' thoughts on something like a Yamaha Dragstar with some of the Blue Collar Bobbers bits on it? They look great and it'd appear to be a way of getting on a nice looking, reliable bike regularly cheaply.
Budget wise I guess £5k tops, happy with second hand of course.
Out of interest what are peoples' thoughts on something like a Yamaha Dragstar with some of the Blue Collar Bobbers bits on it? They look great and it'd appear to be a way of getting on a nice looking, reliable bike regularly cheaply.
My mind is starting to get more and more set on a Cafe Racer type bike. Loving the look, the fact that a cheap donor can be sourced and personalised as and when funds allow. Something like this is just dreamy...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lxcsaAUrkwQ
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lxcsaAUrkwQ
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