Hello all,
I haven't visited here in a while. I recognize some old names and see a lot of new ones, as well. I have been reading the posts like mad, trying to get caught up. As always, there are a lot of good discussions. Thanks to whoever posted the Kneeslider thread. I particularly liked the top view photo.
I have kind of gone in a circle, as I had given up the idea of trading bikes, owing to the current financial crisis. Decided I will keep the Honda PC, as it has a good rep for high miles and low maintenance.
However, I did form the idea, once finances are more certain, of getting something lighter to ride. Have even been looking at the maxiscooters. After looking at all the options, I'm back to the RE, especially the new UCE model.
I have been taking into account initial cost, maintenance, and especially fuel mileage, and, when you throw in the cool factor and authenticity of the RE's, they pretty much take the prize.
I have been doing some day-tripping on the Honda with a friend who recently bought a big Yamaha cruiser and have noticed that practically all of my riding could be done with a lighter bike. Even though the Honda gets around 50 mpg, 80 or so is still quite a jump.
Have been noticing that the UCE is having some teething troubles. I think this is to be expected with any new design and kudos to RE and Kevin for staying on top of it.
Anyway, glad to be back.