"You want the truth? You can't handle the truth!"
Besides, what kind of comments did you think you'd get from stock aficionados, or the hell bent for racing crowd?
This thread does seem to lend credence to the concept that the cafe/customizer crowd is more interested in accolades from without than real bike performance satisfaction.
You building a bike for you? Or, building one for yourself?
You want attention? Set it aflame and post pictures, during and after! Or, hang it from the rafters, running and in gear, and let is squirm about in anguish! Place it within reach of Smurf aficionados!
Show us what it looks like after a dozer has made its mark. Better yet, what it looks like during the encounter!
Or, ask us what you think it is worth!
Never ask a question if you aren't prepared for the answer.
Mom said, "if you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all."
And STILL, your feelings are hurt. Jeesh!
Why don't you just delete the entire thread? Comment bait?