htown16
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71, sold five of my Brit bikes last summer, my 73 850 is going and my 74 850 is up for sale. Problem is I can only start the 850's on the centerstand by standing off to the right side. Both are new rebuilds with high compression. Had two experiences recently where the bike died in the middle of an intersection both while making left turns. Had to get the bike over to the shoulder while dodging traffic to get it up on the stand to start it. I live in the Houston area and traffic is pretty unforgiving. Even getting it up on the centerstand is about all I can do anymore. Almost had one topple over on me. I could probably go electric start but I hate to put out 3 grand for maybe only a couple more years. If I only had one bike to ride I would probably do it but for now I still have my Z900rs to ride. I think even in a year or two I will sell it. My balance isn't what it used to be. Also have tendonosis in knees which makes squating down and working on them painful. I've been gifted with three grandsons in the last couple of years. Time to quit taking chances and be around for them.