Classic vs Modern Machine? How old is too old!
So I'm torn between choices here...
I'm purchasing a motorcycle and riding through the Americas, putting it on a boat to Europe and living there a while before riding further on to South East Asia and I can't for the life choose whether it would be better to go with a modern day motorcycle or a classic motorcycle? So I'm looking to get some votes that may help me decide.
Classic Pro's and Con's. (Royal Enfield, Triumph, Honda, Suzuki, Yamaha)
Sex appeal? You know you're getting around on a classic adding to the adventure feel
Engine capacity? 250-400 would benice
Fuel consumption? Possibly worse than a modern motorcycle
Parts availability? Can stockpile somemyself the US/Canada
Easier to repair? Less electronics to screw up
Modern Pro's and con's.
Electronics? more expensive/harder to repair in 3rd world country?
More attractive to thieves? A flash new dirt bike looks expensive!
Any further pro's and cons or recommendations would be great!
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