From Sask, Canada flat prairies. 6' 180lbs 32"
Looking at Suzuki S40 for my next bike. I like simple both in looks and mechanical. Looking for no frills daily commuter. 50km (30miles) highway at half 110km/h and half 100km/hr (68mph,62mph). Rest of commute city 55mph max mostly 30mph. Not worried about manhood looking at a marketed lady bike.
Replacing a 1982 GN125 due to last years move out of city. Rode the GN125 for 8 years and loved it around the city. The 125 was screaming at 60mph and almost considered it good enough make-do but didn't like safety part. Otherwise would not sell. Light, no frills, dead easy to work on. Was comfortable enough for me, just a tad cramped but for $50 bike was not complaining. Sold the 125 for $1000. And learned a whole lot about bike repair maint and hunting rare bike parts.
Being as I was OK with the tiny 125, think the S40 would be sufficient. Also great knowing parts are readily available unlike the antique GN. Would get a windshield this time though to keep wind off chest
S40 06-08 can be found here $4500-$4000 with windshields and bags.
96 Savage 11000km (6900miles) $2000 obo. Waiting for email on details, service history and pics before going to look.
Whats the worry level about this cam tension thing I read often?