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Good day:Lord willing I'll turn 75 in a few months. On several discussion boards I've read of many riders in this age bracket downsizing but I'm considering going the other way.Currently ride a Suzuki TU250 but would like something with a little more power and comfort. Seriously considering something in the 300cc class but have seen ads for machines such as the Jackal that appeal to me. My primary concern is weight as the Guzzi's weigh roughly 200 pounds more than my 250.I'm 6' and weigh around 170. I'm not feeble but certainly don't have the strength I once had.Would welcome the opinion/experience of any riders about my age as to the advisability of making such a change.Thank you.
Oh , and don't listen to those guys advising to buy a V7 , real men ride real motorcycles like a Jackal, none of those wimpy little small blocks for us
<throwing down gauntlets>Sir! I challenge you to a duel.Grumble grumble.. wimpy little small blocks, indeed..
I appreciate the replies.Kev m:The Jackal for sale on this site is one that prompted my question. My sense from the ad was that it is not the weight per se of the bike but a problem with the kickstand due to a medical issue. I should simply ask him.I really like the Stone but monetary factors come into play. I think the Stone is quite fairly priced and I can afford one but my wife has absolutely no interest in motorcycles and I feel it somewhat unfair to indulge my desire when something like the Jackal is available for thousands less. Don't know if that makes sense.
I feel it somewhat unfair to indulge my desire when something like the Jackal is available for thousands less. Don't know if that makes sense.
You know as long as you're looking at a Jackal you might as well go "all in" as my youngest son says.I know you used to play with little green men. We all did.Love it, here's mine....host gif online
It's hard to beat an EV or a Jackal. The good thing about a cruiser is that even though they are somewhat heavy, the center of gravity is usually low and the seat height is low, too. A rider can sit on the bike to move it around the garage, etc.
I have to admit, though I have reservations about some Cali style issues (mostly the tank) I loved the motor and chassis. It was nimble and a pleasure to ride.
After you painted your jackal, I assumed you had no sense of style
Aww hell, that was a huge improvement.Actually, compare my Jackal visually with my V7 Stone. The color patterns, balance of black, white, and chrome. I think Guzzi copied me. [emoji8]
Being the owner of a white stone, I agree the white was a huge improvement. I admit I was surprised you sold it after all the customization you did. Great article you had on Revzilla about downsizing by the way.