[Bilgemaster]

That's a proper old 350, Paul W, what with the right-shifting 5-speed and even a plucky little Anal Concentric. I'll bet that's a real pleasure to ride. I'm quite sure, what with my measured riding style, that I'd not miss those extra 149cc of mine even a jot if I rode that. Really, I'm a bit smitten by her. Well done!

[tooseevee]

Referring to the motorcycle by Its type of engine seemed as unlikely back then as referring to a car by Its engine.  Other than "She's real fine, my 409," I wasn't likely to do it.

          How 'bout the 455? The 442? The SS396? The 426 Hemi?
          Woops. Sorry. Offtopic.
 

[Paul W]

That's a proper old 350, Paul W, what with the right-shifting 5-speed and even a plucky little Anal Concentric. I'll bet that's a real pleasure to ride. I'm quite sure, what with my measured riding style, that I'd not miss those extra 149cc of mine even a jot if I rode that. Really, I'm a bit smitten by her. Well done!

Thank you, it’s a great little bike that has really got me smitten, too, tbh.