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General Category => General Discussion => Topic started by: britman on October 22, 2017, 12:20:25 PM

Title: Well Known Fact
Post by: britman on October 22, 2017, 12:20:25 PM
The Bassa has to be the best looking bike in the entire California EV line up.  Of course the Vintage is damn close.  I am old and somewhat prejudiced on the topic but it doesn't hurt to stir the pot now and then.  Plus after a great ride I felt like throwing up a picture or two of "Snowflake".........


(http://thumb.ibb.co/djJ7T6/DSC03308.jpg) (http://ibb.co/djJ7T6)

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(http://thumb.ibb.co/dWmcT6/DSC03306.jpg) (http://ibb.co/dWmcT6)
Title: Re: Well Known Fact
Post by: Turin on October 22, 2017, 12:51:42 PM
I'd have to go with the Special Sport Aluminum, followed by the EV 80th Anniversary model with burgundy leather bags and saddle.
Title: Re: Well Known Fact
Post by: Bonaventure on October 22, 2017, 03:21:06 PM
That is one good looking motorcycle.  Quite a timeless classic in appearance. 
Title: Re: Well Known Fact
Post by: fotoguzzi on October 22, 2017, 04:07:56 PM
I've owned 2.

(https://photos.smugmug.com/Foto/i-2Nrxnpm/0/2d96d9cb/M/DSCN0649-M.jpg) (https://fotoguzzi.smugmug.com/Foto/i-2Nrxnpm/A)

(https://photos.smugmug.com/Foto/i-k4V248W/0/8fa7310f/L/IMG_0116-L.jpg) (https://fotoguzzi.smugmug.com/Foto/i-k4V248W/A)
Title: Re: Well Known Fact
Post by: Chuck in Indiana on October 22, 2017, 04:27:02 PM
I'm partial to the pearl Bassa, too.. if a guy *has* to have a cruiser.. :evil: Gimme a sportier bike. <shrug>
Title: Re: Well Known Fact
Post by: Arizona Wayne on October 22, 2017, 06:21:22 PM
Quote from: Chuck in Indiana on October 22, 2017, 04:27:02 PM
I'm partial to the pearl Bassa, too.. if a guy *has* to have a cruiser.. :evil: Gimme a sportier bike. <shrug>


I'm w/Chuck on this and agree the Bassa is a great looking bike, but  not my cup o' tea to ride.
Title: Re: Well Known Fact
Post by: toolittletime on October 22, 2017, 07:01:22 PM
Got one sitting here in the garage!!


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Title: Re: Well Known Fact
Post by: normzone on October 22, 2017, 10:52:45 PM
Quote from: Chuck in Indiana on October 22, 2017, 04:27:02 PM
I'm partial to the pearl Bassa, too.. if a guy *has* to have a cruiser.. :evil:

I know what you mean ....  :evil:
Title: Re: Well Known Fact
Post by: bad Chad on October 23, 2017, 10:03:24 AM
I agree.   I had one.  Very fun bike.
Title: Re: Well Known Fact
Post by: Sheepdog on October 23, 2017, 11:23:35 AM
The fuel injected California 1100s are all pretty great bikes. Call it a cruiser if you like, but that isn't what it feels like when you ride one. My Vintage feels like a nice handling standard to me...with effective brakes.
Title: Re: Well Known Fact
Post by: azguzzirep on October 23, 2017, 12:09:48 PM
Britman, where did you get that solo seat?
Title: Re: Well Known Fact
Post by: britman on October 24, 2017, 06:04:47 AM
Quote from: azguzzirep on October 23, 2017, 12:09:48 PM
Britman, where did you get that solo seat?

Came with the bike, Corbin I believe.  The stock seat sat too low for my comfort, the aftermarket is about two inches higher, perfect for me........