As said 20 miles each way... 40 miles a day... 200 miles a week...
Must be able to do 70-80 mph
Absolutely no off road
The 250 Ninja was on my radar
Twin or single prefer for lower maintenance...
HOV lane most of the way so no center lining... too old and heal too slow for any antics...
This would be just a money saving venture only, don't need/want a 'fun' bike... so yes, an ugly underpowered Honda rebel is an option.
(again... big
IF I can talk the wife into it...
Hey, anyone local wanna let me hide it in their garage? 
