Well, Gas prices are sitting at $3.00 per gallon (regular) here in minneapolis, and the russian mafia guys who run the BP station near me say by Jan prices will be at or around $4.00 per gallon.
Last year I was still riding in January. Right now I plan on riding the Busa until it snows & average 2000 to 3000 miles a month. Now, when the snow fly, I know Im gonna have to use my jeep for snow days, but when the roads are clear of snow, I still want to ride and need some input on what would be a good winter bike I can ride from December to March in the cold Minnesota snowy climate. The cold doesnt bother me as Ive snowmobiled in -20 weather for several hours before and speeds were 80+ mph...so Im ok with the cold ( I guess all those years on a sled made me use to the cold).
I need a reliable bike - Not very expensive to purchase, or fix if I lay it down. I dont want a fancy bike, so as if it does go down Im not poo pooing about it. I would like EFI for those sub 30 F* days. Any suggestions?
Also, bike must be able to hold a set of oxford saddlebags, be under $3500.00, and be very reliable. Possibly an old BMW? I want to stay with a sport / touring style bike, no cruisers.
Thanks for any suggestions.
Last year I was still riding in January. Right now I plan on riding the Busa until it snows & average 2000 to 3000 miles a month. Now, when the snow fly, I know Im gonna have to use my jeep for snow days, but when the roads are clear of snow, I still want to ride and need some input on what would be a good winter bike I can ride from December to March in the cold Minnesota snowy climate. The cold doesnt bother me as Ive snowmobiled in -20 weather for several hours before and speeds were 80+ mph...so Im ok with the cold ( I guess all those years on a sled made me use to the cold).
I need a reliable bike - Not very expensive to purchase, or fix if I lay it down. I dont want a fancy bike, so as if it does go down Im not poo pooing about it. I would like EFI for those sub 30 F* days. Any suggestions?
Also, bike must be able to hold a set of oxford saddlebags, be under $3500.00, and be very reliable. Possibly an old BMW? I want to stay with a sport / touring style bike, no cruisers.
Thanks for any suggestions.