Hello everyone,
Patrick K. from Northern Illinois.
Been in the saddle since 1969, though never on an MG.
Almost bought an Abassador in 1971, but opted for an HD instead.
Have a garge full of classics ranging from 1953-1973.
Love the nostalgia and coolness of old bikes but last fall I was hit with a moment of clarity.
You never own an antique MC, it owns you.
Time to put a modern bike in the garage.
I've been thinking about buying a Griso for the worst reason possible.
It is one beautiful MC.
Besides it's looks I know nothing about the bike.
Tests seem to be favorable, but that's usually the case.
Some questions.
What is a Griso good for?
Sport?
Touring?
What?
If touring how far?
Coast to coast and maybe beyond?
Comfortable?
Technically are they reliable?
I've been aroung quirky bikes my entire life and have developed some fairly proficient mechanical skills, but I don't want to spend the summer in the garage wrenching.
What does the Griso bring to the table in terms of dependability and longevity?
What works good and what works bad?
Do they require CFM (constant freaking maintenance)?
Hows the dealer network, specifically in the Chicago area?
parts easy to get?
4V or 8V?
Any model years stand out for good or bad?
I found a new 2007 locally.
Should I consider that option?
I could go on for a while but these questions kind of represent the situation.
It's been a while since I had a love affair with a bike.
Just need to know if the Griso is the one.
Thanks.
PTK
Patrick K. from Northern Illinois.
Been in the saddle since 1969, though never on an MG.
Almost bought an Abassador in 1971, but opted for an HD instead.
Have a garge full of classics ranging from 1953-1973.
Love the nostalgia and coolness of old bikes but last fall I was hit with a moment of clarity.
You never own an antique MC, it owns you.
Time to put a modern bike in the garage.
I've been thinking about buying a Griso for the worst reason possible.
It is one beautiful MC.
Besides it's looks I know nothing about the bike.
Tests seem to be favorable, but that's usually the case.
Some questions.
What is a Griso good for?
Sport?
Touring?
What?
If touring how far?
Coast to coast and maybe beyond?
Comfortable?
Technically are they reliable?
I've been aroung quirky bikes my entire life and have developed some fairly proficient mechanical skills, but I don't want to spend the summer in the garage wrenching.
What does the Griso bring to the table in terms of dependability and longevity?
What works good and what works bad?
Do they require CFM (constant freaking maintenance)?
Hows the dealer network, specifically in the Chicago area?
parts easy to get?
4V or 8V?
Any model years stand out for good or bad?
I found a new 2007 locally.
Should I consider that option?
I could go on for a while but these questions kind of represent the situation.
It's been a while since I had a love affair with a bike.
Just need to know if the Griso is the one.
Thanks.
PTK