Talked with Adrian West yesterday and it looks like I will be buying his Rune from him. From his description, it is well equipped with screen, pegs, Corbin seat modified from dual to solo, throttle lock and bags.
For a little background on me, I haven't ridden since 1981. First bike was a Honda 550-4 in 74. Then a Kawasaki H3 (mean and evil 750cc triple two stroke for those of you too young to recognize it). I ran a bike shop in Oxnard CA in 74-75 and rode a Z1 (900cc Kawasaki) from LA to NY and back before taking over the shop. Last bike was a Suzuki 1100 in 1981. Have ridden everything of that 70s era, including Gold Wings, for short rides. My recollection of the Gold Wing is good ride, smooth throttle response and so little engine vibration I had to ask myself if it was turned on. With all this in mind, what should I expect from the Rune?
Now I have to get the Rune from Modesto to Tampa. I could have it shipped, but if circumstances allow I wll ride it. Might even have my son join me. This opportunity leads to a few questions which I hope some of you will be kind enough to answer, as I am out of touch with current products.
First, is there anything else I should consider adding to the bike for the trip? If I add a two up seat, which one would you recommend? Footbars for rider and passanger?
What apparel are you finding good fit and quality these days? Leather or fabric? I am a short and wide type, 5'8", 250 pounds, 44 waist, 54 chest and 30 inseam. If I have to have something custom made, who do I talk to?
I'll be wearing a full face helmet (worked too long in healthcare and ERs). Any brand getting best marks these days? Boots will likely be the old harness style. Used to wear gauntlets (elbow length gloves). What are some alternatives today?
Who provides reasonable insurance for Runes? All my other vehicles (including my 70 GTO convertible) are with State Farm. Not sure if they are doing motorcycles these days.
Has anyone started to make Rune-specific accessories such as patches, emblems, etc.
And finally, in the Rune movie on the Honda site, why is there a Viking warrior, but no Valkyrie?
Thanks in advance for your advice. Hope to see you all on Labor Day if not sooner.
Dan Reynolds
For a little background on me, I haven't ridden since 1981. First bike was a Honda 550-4 in 74. Then a Kawasaki H3 (mean and evil 750cc triple two stroke for those of you too young to recognize it). I ran a bike shop in Oxnard CA in 74-75 and rode a Z1 (900cc Kawasaki) from LA to NY and back before taking over the shop. Last bike was a Suzuki 1100 in 1981. Have ridden everything of that 70s era, including Gold Wings, for short rides. My recollection of the Gold Wing is good ride, smooth throttle response and so little engine vibration I had to ask myself if it was turned on. With all this in mind, what should I expect from the Rune?
Now I have to get the Rune from Modesto to Tampa. I could have it shipped, but if circumstances allow I wll ride it. Might even have my son join me. This opportunity leads to a few questions which I hope some of you will be kind enough to answer, as I am out of touch with current products.
First, is there anything else I should consider adding to the bike for the trip? If I add a two up seat, which one would you recommend? Footbars for rider and passanger?
What apparel are you finding good fit and quality these days? Leather or fabric? I am a short and wide type, 5'8", 250 pounds, 44 waist, 54 chest and 30 inseam. If I have to have something custom made, who do I talk to?
I'll be wearing a full face helmet (worked too long in healthcare and ERs). Any brand getting best marks these days? Boots will likely be the old harness style. Used to wear gauntlets (elbow length gloves). What are some alternatives today?
Who provides reasonable insurance for Runes? All my other vehicles (including my 70 GTO convertible) are with State Farm. Not sure if they are doing motorcycles these days.
Has anyone started to make Rune-specific accessories such as patches, emblems, etc.
And finally, in the Rune movie on the Honda site, why is there a Viking warrior, but no Valkyrie?
Thanks in advance for your advice. Hope to see you all on Labor Day if not sooner.
Dan Reynolds