Topic: Sold the SOHC!

[putnaja1]

Man Oh Man..

So, the last few times I had taken the bike out, I was really disappointed in the experience.  Riding the bike is GREAT!  Sharing the road full of fools talking on their cellphones, using a laptop computer while driving, or just plain being inconsiderate and/or tailgating (even though I was going 15 over in the right lane!) just got freakin old.  I'm a father of a young child too, so I decided, it was time to give up the bike.

I tried to sell it a few times, with no bites.  I even got frustrated that it didn't sell- was it priced too high?  But I have more money and TLC in the bike then what I am asking!!  Am I gonna have to drop the price and take a total loss?  I worry that if I keep the bike, I'll keep riding it, and eventually some teeny bopper "texting" while driving will run me over!!

Then, the un-thinkable happens..  All of the sudden there are LOTS of people calling, emailing, etc.  They are interested in the bike finally.  I agree to sell the motorcycle to a nice young lady rider, and she's excited to buy the bike.  As near as I can tell, she's a true biker, says she rides every day, and I believe it too.  She pays full asking price for the bike- didn't even try to talk me down. 

As I wheel the bike out of my garage, I put it on it's sidestand one last time.  I turn to take one last look as I walk away, and see it in all it's glory-  I catch a little reflection of moonlight on the shiny gastank and chrome.  I know it's only a machine, but one that never ever let me down.  Happy trails good friend!   I've previously sold 6 other motorcycles, but I don't think I felt the sting as much as I do with this one..

Jason

[Bob Wessner]

I'm not sure that "sorry to hear" is appropriate since you obviously gave it a good deal of thought. In any event, very well put.

[upperlake04]

  I remember looking at your pics closely and thinking it was a beautiful bike putnaja1. Have to congratulate you on the character that chose to put your family ahead of your personal pleasure - see you back when you're 50

[mattcb350f]

...I'm lost for words Jason, but like Bob said..well put.
Funny how old bikes tend to be more like faithfull pets then marvels of enginering. It's hard to let one go when it's been so good to you, some how you fell like you're giving up
But that's not the case my friend, If you've got a little one growing up then now you'll have lots of time to spend with him/her. And I here ya about the yahoo's on the highway. North of Toronto, up here in Canada there thick. I get nervous in my F-150.
And I bet the gal who bought it is as happy as can be, the old girl will serve her well...the bike I mean, not the new owner.. though I'm sure she will too.
 Matt.

[putnaja1]

Also, I'm selling my leather jacket..  Look here:
http://www.sohc4.us/forums/index.php?topic=27407.msg279766#msg279766

[tramp]

there will be a time to buy another one

[mark]

Sounds like a perfect opportunity to bring home another pinball or two.

 

[grumburg]

When I bought my 500T to restore, I didn't even want it. But after I got it done, it kind of grew on me Like a lop-eared, one eyed dog. Sorry to see it go, but got a good price.

[putnaja1]

Sounds like a perfect opportunity to bring home another pinball or two.

 

Hey, right-on buddy!  My thoughts exactly!