Looking for something lighter

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stbxbmw

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Hi
Title says it all really, I have got old and weak, so want to trade down to something lighter, the 350's and Himi are on my watch list to learn more about
G
 
Getting older has few advantages, But if you get a new Motorcycle then that is certainly one šŸ˜
What are you riding at present?
 
Hi
BMW R100R and BMW K75. I'm OK on the R all the time, and OK on the K above 5mph (Short legs) but it is pushing them around in the yard and standing them up which is beyond me now.
 
stbxbmw said:
Hi
BMW R100R and BMW K75. I'm OK on the R all the time, and OK on the K above 5mph (Short legs) but it is pushing them around in the yard and standing them up which is beyond me now.
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I'm with you there, the 350 would suit me better than my Himalayans but I already have them
With the Indian style of Crash bars fitted, I would imagine the 350 to be relatively easy to get back upright.
 
Nice bikes! I had the K100 in the 80s, what a monster to move by hand! the R100 should be fine though, I mean my R1100R I can still move at 71 LOL but not as easy as it was, granted! But I am getting lazy as well and even the Himalayan is now my second choice when driving in the neighborhood (over my scooter). My excuse is: its better for the engine ... :cool:
 
Hi
It's not picking the bike up after an accident where the crash bars would help, its about an adverse camber and lifting the bike vertical to set off. I would consider a Himi at the right price.
In my fantasy garage would be a R1100RS, but I know I would not be able to stand that up even on the flat.

The BMs have to go to make space before something else goes in the garage, so I will keep looking.

George
 
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