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This afternoon I took a different running loop, and happened upon a 1998 Honda SuperHawk for sale. It has about 15,000 miles on it, and appears to be in decent shape. The For Sale sign said the guy was asking $4500 or best offer.
This appears to me to be a pretty decent deal. For quite some time now I've been lusting after that throaty V-Twin bark, and it looks like this bike would make a great upgrade from my current ride, a 1992 Yamaha TDM850.
However, I'm wondering what one of these bikes is actually like in a long-term relationship.
I've noticed a few other NESR members ride this model. Are the ergo's comfortable enough for a full day of riding? I enjoy taking an occasional 400-500 mile blast up thru Route 100 in Vermont, as well as riding into work on a daily (weather permitting) basis. Will my 4o-something year-old wrists, elbows, and back be screaming for mercy after an hour or two?
Also, are there any particular problem areas common to these bikes that I should keep an eye out for? I'm planning on heading back there tomorrow to take a closer look at the bike, and would appreciate any input on what I should look for (other than the obvious, such as chain/sprockets, brake pads, worn rotors, leaky seals, etc).
Thanks!