Greywheels
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Hi all-
My first post here, have researched and looking at two different bikes.
Me: 1997 BMW F650st owner looking for larger touring bike. 5’9” 170# in decent shape but not a bulldog.
I will be checking out the following:
2000 Jackal with Hepworth bags, 17k on clock. Clean, garaged model $2000.
2006 Breva full bag set and windscreen 9k, clean, garaged. $4000.
I currently do my own wrenching and will continue, with knowledge and assistance from this site and manuals.
I have never owned a “cruiser” but need to ride to understand the feeling. But, owning an F650st, I’m not a knee scratcher either.
I will keep my F650st for winter, I live in Illinois and ride most days year round. And as a second bike if issues arise.
I’m nervous of the dash on the Breva, overall any mechanical issues on either bike.
I will make suggested mods including PC and exhaust for either or both to reduce weight and add a bit more punch after riding a bit.
I understand models are vastly different to compare. I just want easy and fun.
Any advice welcome for initial inspection and helpful tips.
Thanks-
My first post here, have researched and looking at two different bikes.
Me: 1997 BMW F650st owner looking for larger touring bike. 5’9” 170# in decent shape but not a bulldog.
I will be checking out the following:
2000 Jackal with Hepworth bags, 17k on clock. Clean, garaged model $2000.
2006 Breva full bag set and windscreen 9k, clean, garaged. $4000.
I currently do my own wrenching and will continue, with knowledge and assistance from this site and manuals.
I have never owned a “cruiser” but need to ride to understand the feeling. But, owning an F650st, I’m not a knee scratcher either.
I will keep my F650st for winter, I live in Illinois and ride most days year round. And as a second bike if issues arise.
I’m nervous of the dash on the Breva, overall any mechanical issues on either bike.
I will make suggested mods including PC and exhaust for either or both to reduce weight and add a bit more punch after riding a bit.
I understand models are vastly different to compare. I just want easy and fun.
Any advice welcome for initial inspection and helpful tips.
Thanks-