Hi All - not a Bullett owner yet, but hope to be soon. Current rides are '09 Triumph T-100 and an '09 Guzzi V7 Classic. I guess I really prefer the 'classic' style of motorcycles.
I've been drawn to the Bullet 500 for some years now, but the only ride I ever had on one was about 10 years ago, the bike was hard to start, shifted poorly and almost had no brakes. No doubt most of this was due to poor set-up, (semi interested Honda dealer), but needless to say, I was not too impressed.
Now the new Bullets are here, with fuel injection, good brakes, and are just as handsome as the older ones. I prefer the G-5 for a couple of reasons; the full size 19" wheels and taller tires, full fenders, and the neat chrome/black paint scheme. The smaller wheels and tires with modern tread design of the C-5 just don't look right to me.
My questions 1) Can the 'hot dog' shaped bins and side covers be swapped for the more traditional looking triangular boxes of the C-5? 2). Can the dual seat of the G-5 be easily replaced with a solo seat with the springs, ala C-5? I've read somewhere the two bikes have different frames so I wonder. Oh, I also prefer the G-5 because it retains the kicker!
Thanks for any advice/replies!