DAMN IT!!
i havent ridden a bike in years. last bike was a Ninja 600. i was just dipping my toe into a track visit when i went and got married and sold the thing. the previous 600 sport bike broke my leg.
i swung my leg over the big XC last night and was snapped back to happier times. i suppose my old helmet is at Goodwill (thanks to the love of my life), so no test ride, but it was super familiar feeling. i think i only have a hidden pair of Ku****ani gloves hidden from the "uber anti hoarder". i fit beautifully. the bike was not too tall as i was worried about. i could have popped it into first and just puttered off.."i got this"
my wife still green lights the deal. i'll call AAA today for an insurance quote. i dont remember motorcycle insurance costing this much, but it is still about the CC's right? but i am gobs older.
the dilemma? my wife also green lighted a front yard AND back yard remodel..some pro landscaper. the quote makes my nose bleed. SOB!! hard for me to stomach both yards and a bike. even tho she said it is cool and we have the cash.