Hello again everyone!
So, a bit of a backstory first.
I got rid of my meteor this past summer when I started having pain from my pre-existing cervical herniated disc and having already had a previous fusion surgery I wasn't that eager to go for a second one. That, coupled with my want for more power, of course.
Fast forward a few months and here I am, possibly having to undergo a second surgery anyway but still having the, incurable it would seem itch to get a new bike... It would seem that the car isn't that much better for your spine!
Regardless of the surgery situation but still with my spine problems in mind, I'm trying to choose my next bike and here's where I would appreciate your input.
These past months I've been missing my 350 terribly, warts (lack of speed) and all and until recently, I'd decided that the bullet would probably be the way to go. However...
Firstly, I'd really appreciate your input on whether the classic or the bullet would be more comfortable for both rider and pillion. After a few test rides I thought the bullet was the way to go but I didn't have the chance to have my SO as pillion.
We're both a little... "fluffy", by the way.
Apart from that, I also had a ride on the 450 himmy. I wasn't that blown away as I'm not too fond of the style but the suspension on that thing is just so good, especially for my situation and it is more powerful too, which is always a good thing.
Still, it is more expensive as well and I'm not 100% sure I can actually swing it...
And even if I can, it was a bit more of a pain to manhandle as well. It might be pretty much the same weight as the 350's but I found it carries it's weight much higher and while at 5'10 I didn't have an issue flatfooting it, it did seem noticeably more unwieldy than the 350 choices and I certainly want something I can manage that won't aggravate my issues further.
On another note, Honda threw another spanner in the works with the GB350s. While I don't find it as pretty as the Enfield's, it seems to be a bit faster, it's got a better clutch, surely better resale value and it is a MIJ Honda. Plus my SO does like it more and she's going to be riding as well...
I still haven't had the chance to get a test ride of that so if anyone has, I'd greatly appreciate the info.
So yes, this is my conundrum and I'd love your opinions! Many thanks in advance!
Cheers!
So, a bit of a backstory first.
I got rid of my meteor this past summer when I started having pain from my pre-existing cervical herniated disc and having already had a previous fusion surgery I wasn't that eager to go for a second one. That, coupled with my want for more power, of course.
Fast forward a few months and here I am, possibly having to undergo a second surgery anyway but still having the, incurable it would seem itch to get a new bike... It would seem that the car isn't that much better for your spine!
Regardless of the surgery situation but still with my spine problems in mind, I'm trying to choose my next bike and here's where I would appreciate your input.
These past months I've been missing my 350 terribly, warts (lack of speed) and all and until recently, I'd decided that the bullet would probably be the way to go. However...
Firstly, I'd really appreciate your input on whether the classic or the bullet would be more comfortable for both rider and pillion. After a few test rides I thought the bullet was the way to go but I didn't have the chance to have my SO as pillion.
We're both a little... "fluffy", by the way.
Apart from that, I also had a ride on the 450 himmy. I wasn't that blown away as I'm not too fond of the style but the suspension on that thing is just so good, especially for my situation and it is more powerful too, which is always a good thing.
Still, it is more expensive as well and I'm not 100% sure I can actually swing it...
And even if I can, it was a bit more of a pain to manhandle as well. It might be pretty much the same weight as the 350's but I found it carries it's weight much higher and while at 5'10 I didn't have an issue flatfooting it, it did seem noticeably more unwieldy than the 350 choices and I certainly want something I can manage that won't aggravate my issues further.
On another note, Honda threw another spanner in the works with the GB350s. While I don't find it as pretty as the Enfield's, it seems to be a bit faster, it's got a better clutch, surely better resale value and it is a MIJ Honda. Plus my SO does like it more and she's going to be riding as well...
I still haven't had the chance to get a test ride of that so if anyone has, I'd greatly appreciate the info.
So yes, this is my conundrum and I'd love your opinions! Many thanks in advance!
Cheers!
