My answer to higher gas prices

[bull]

One of these days, if I outlive the Charger project and start seeing some extra money again, I'd like to buy one of these. I know there are faster bikes, bikes that get better mileage, etc., but man the V-Max sure looks cool. Like a two-wheeled Charger.

[greenpigs]

I'd like a fiberglass dune buggy, sure it doesn't get the mpg of a bike but there is just something about them I like.

[my73charger]

I am going British again. I owned a 1978 Tiumph Bonneville750 for years. This time I am buying a Triumph America:



The open road beckons, waiting to be ridden, waiting for you.

The America is your passport to freedom.  At its heart is a handsome 790cc, air-cooled, twin-cylinder engine that delivers smooth easy-going power and a rhythmic, laid-back soundtrack with every twist of throttle.

Wide pull back bars, low 28-inch seat height, forward-set 'highway' style foot controls and powerful disc brakes further reduce effort while adding to the America experience.

Custom touches abound.  Deep chromed slash-cut mufflers, two-tone paintwork and meaty 15-inch, spoked rear wheel give the America an individual appeal, perfect as is or ready for further personalisation.

No boundaries, then.  No restrictions, no phone calls, no way.  Just you, your America, and the road ahead.  It's what you've been waiting for.


Or maybe a Speedmaster:



Dark, brooding lines and a stripped-down hot-rod essence make the Speedmaster a standout middleweight cruiser.

But more can sometimes be more.  And while the lean Speedmaster retains its low-slung and nimble street prowler chassis it now has more low-down torque thanks to its new 865cc, air-cooled, twin cylinder engine.  And due to the 270 degree firing-interval each power pulse from each piston is delivered in a seamless, languid flow that hooks the fat 170-section rear tyre to the road.   The flat 'drag' style handlebars, double front discs and wide-set telescopic forks ensure a sporty and controlled ride.  As well as flawless function the Speedmaster has an elegant form all its own.  A satin-black engine finish and near-solid 15-inch rear wheel add to the show and whether on the move or at a standstill the Speedmaster turns heads, hard.
The Speedmaster has the edge.  It's built for city streets and twisitng roads with an engine that inspires and a chassis that excels.

Above all else it's been built to perform.

Best part is I could buy either one for under $8,500

[Lowprofile]

I was thinking the same thing Bull, only my choice would be one of these......................

[Silver R/T]

this would be my choice

[Mike DC]

   
You guys are gonna drop $8,000 on a bike to save gas money?

 

[DC_1]

This is what I want as a daily driver

[mikepmcs]

This is what I want as a daily driver

Nice crop job!!
LOL!

[bull]

   
You guys are gonna drop $8,000 on a bike to save gas money?

 

Naw, probably $3k-$5k for a broke in but not hammered V-Max that's less than 10 years old. They're virtually unchanged since the first production year, '85 I think. And the mileage excuse is just the justification, right? I've wanted a V-Max since about 1987 and I think I would enjoy the heck out it five or six months out of the year so it's not just for fuel economy. The people I don't understand are the ones who trade a paid for car in on a new $15k car that gets 5 mpg better. You know how long it's going to take to recoup all that money? Kind of like buying a new Prious, but that makes more sense than buying a new SUV at 15 mpg. I think it's stupid to buy any car new whether you pay cash or not.

[my73charger]

You guys are gonna drop $8,000 on a bike to save gas money?

That would be penny wise and dollar foolish...my wife would never buy it.  Actually right now a mountain bike is all I can afford...as soon as they go on sale at Walmart

[SirNik73]

heres the answer you seek
http://www.craigslist.org/sby/mcy/154117806.html

[Silver R/T]

lol

[Orange_Crush]

My answer to high gas prices.  Quiet, fun, cheap and great exercise.

[myk]

Yeah, a cycle's the way to go.  Costs like nothing to buy or maintain, and it can outrun most cars while giving you gas mileage that would make a hybrid car blush...

[CaptMarvel]

Yea, I commute to work everyday about 35 miles each way. I've been dropping hints for a Triumph or a Harley. So far it's falling on the wifes deaf ears. I've got the Power Wagon, Duster & 68 Charger. I guess I should just stand pat, I'm probably ahead of the game now...

[mikepmcs]

150 a day round trip. 

[Charger_Fan]

...but man the V-Max sure looks cool. Like a two-wheeled Charger.

I agree!



Rumor has it that one of these years soon they'll be making a new version of the V-max. I hope they don't 'modernize' the looks too much.

My next bike will be something along the lines of one of these little babies.

[myk]

I haven't learned to ride yet, so I'm thinking something small but adequate, like an old CBR 600, or something...

[Charger_Fan]

I haven't learned to ride yet, so I'm thinking something small but adequate, like an old CBR 600, or something...

Generally a CBR600 isn't a beginner bike, those things are plenty fast...but after checking your age in your profile, you might be old enough to control yourself.

[Vainglory, Esq.]

I dropped $5500 on this sucker (2000 Honda VFR 800 Interceptor), but I don't have another car besided the unfinished Charger.  About 50 miles to the gallon possible, although I generally get 42-44.

I assume that one would also sell their nice car when one bought the bike, or at least trade it for a beater that would make up for the difference in purchase price.

[SeattleCharger]

One of these days, if I outlive the Charger project and start seeing some extra money again, I'd like to buy one of these. I know there are faster bikes, bikes that get better mileage, etc., but man the V-Max sure looks cool. Like a two-wheeled Charger.

Ya, V-Max one of the coolest bikes.

   I saw one of these a few days ago, KTM 950 SuperMoto, street legal.   Picture doesn't do it justice, it was cool looking.  I am partial to KTM from dirtbike riding days.

[Wakko]

I have one of these:


(minus the ghey bow)
I really do...it's way fun to tool around on. I mainly use it to and from my parent's house when I have to shuffle cars around. 

Thank GOD I have a take home car and don't have to buy fuel very often.  My roommate parked his 150k mile '94 GT Mustang on the front yard a few weeks ago and has been riding his '06 YZ600 (or whatever...the carbureted slower one) to work every day.  Went from 15 mpg to about 40. 

[Charger_Fan]

I have one of these:

Gopeds...we used to sell those for a while at our bike shop. Those things can eat through a rear tire.
Around here the police cracked down on them because people were riding them in the streets, like a bicycle. It had something to with 'no lights on a motorized vehicle'.

[Wakko]

The regular gopeds eat through the rears but the one I have is a GSR40...they're upper model (think RT/SE).  Chain drive with a clutch, f/r disc brakes.  I kept it all stock and quiet and get nothing but waves from people on it.  Cops don't harass me on it, but I also don't whizz up and down the street.  We cracked down on the kids on them too after a number of them got waffled.

[mikepmcs]

This is how I roll!!!