Thu, 29 Apr 1999 11:49:30 +0200 - Message No. 5572
From: Gianfranco Bottini

Subject: Re: @ as a first bike?


I own a '98 RD07 @ it's my first (and only!) bike and I took my test last
year with it... I think an @ is ok as first bike if you think you can handle
it's height an weight.
I fully agree with Derek... and I really like @'s presence and the
confidenceit gives!

Gianfranco Bottini, @iC #256

Haden Derek MSM POIS GB wrote:

> would it be suitable as first bike?
> >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
>
> I think it would be perfect as a first bike, so long as you can handle
> the size and weight. Power delivery is smooth and progressive, the
> handling lends itself to the odd error of judgement, unlike a sports
> bike which just gets out of shape and spits you off. Best bike I have
> ever ridden in traffic, not sure if it's the sheer presence of it or the
> confidence it gives, or maybe it's just both. Go on!! improve your life,
> buy an @.
>
> Derek Haden
>
> Systems support engineer
>
> Origin IT.
>
> Visit my personal web pages at http://www.geocities.com/pipeline/2422
>  ----------
> From: Andrew Cockburn
> To: "<" Subject: (XRV) @ as a first bike?
> Date: 28 April 1999 13:08
>
> Guys,
>
> I am due to take my test shortly and find the idea of a @ appealing, but
> would it be suitable as first bike?
>
> Andy Cockburn
> British Antarctic Survey
>
> Andrew Cockburn
> Technical Support - British Antarctic Survey

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