really snugly. Damn it was like a well worn slipper!
Gorgeous. A bit of knee pressure and it flits from
side to side and, yes, you can get along at around
125km/h on the motorway in sixth gear, easy.
I would own one right now, as my daily
commute, street play bike, and summer
beach whizzer. I kid you not, it is on the
agenda, for when I grow up and get a job.
Why am I so enamoured? The quality of this build
had my hard-bitten moto-trials mates standing
around commenting on everything, from the
exceptional front forks to the rear suspension, the
brakes, exhaust configuration and overall size, and
they all climbed aboard outside MALT and did what
riders do - throw it around, bounce it, shove on
the forks, peer at the nestled electrics, and grin.
So, back to regret. You see this extraordinary
little bike, with the huge heart, beautiful
street presence, fantastic finish, exemplary
handling, and joy of use – is, today, three
thousand dollars cheaper than my Vespa.
I know, right?
For the BMW you pay eight grand and get
five bucks back for your first coffee. Just think
68 KIWI RIDER