How did I end up with this beauty-to-be? I worked at a company that is partly owned by a huge motorcycle enthusiast. This babe was his first sport bike and he rode it for some years. Rumor has it she even had her few seconds of fame on television on a so called ‘villains of the road’ show.. So this lady got some speed! At least enough the break some rules.
He gave it to one of his employees and best friends. This lovely man rode it for another few years, until he switched to a newer bike. And she ended up in a heated and dry warehouse. So she was put away quite nicely. The warehouse is owned by her original owner. Since he is a fanatic motorcycle collector, she took up space he’d rather use for more collectible bikes. So she had to go.
He knows I am crazy about bikes, wanted a not so expensive road bike to commute with again on occasion and maybe explore some classic racing events. He asked if I wanted to have her and take her of his friend’s hands to create room for him to grow his collection. Of course, he didn’t need to ask twice.