Well the name is an understatement for starters , its much much more than that ....its a whole attitude thingy !! its a boost for your morale ... and if youve never ridden one before, and if youve never read PG Wodehouse and never listened to the Eagles ....... youre life is an empty shell !!!
i have a 86 Model with the huge 16 litre tank , points(ignition) and a Jikov Carb ....wouldnt trade this baby for anything in the world ... I got my bike in my 3rd Year of Engineering and my dad offered to buy me any bike starting with a TVS50(yeah right ... ) and a Hero Honda Splendor(sheesh) but I held firm so he finally agreed and paid a pittance for it ......
The most important feature is NO MAINTENANCE , none whatsoever ...... just fill it up and ride .... the rides really really smooth , the roadgrip , excellent ...could do with a bit more mileage though but ....then lifes not perfect.
A few things to remember:
1) Get it serviced once in 3 months
2) GO to a mechanic you trust will do the right job or if you can handle it ...do it yourself its really simple and all youll need is a few tools ......
3) Fill Engine Oil regularly
4) The Roadie can take the punishment so dont chicken out your roadie wont......
5) If your girlfriend asks you to get a 100cc DUMP HER!!