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« on: July 10, 2010, 01:27:16 PM »
Hi Gary - that's and easy question to answer. I am mostly retired from
riding these days. Three kids in diapers and a full time job really cuts
into my riding time, not to mention budget. My good friend Bob from Open
Air Powersports offered me a bike to use this season. It is a sweet white
Monster Energy Kawasaki 450. I would have to be a complete idiot to pass up
that offer! Since Kawasaki is not making a 2 stroke it really wasn't an
option. Truthfully I am just happy to be out riding once in a while.
I did read the message board. Some people are only happy if they are
complaining. But thanks to the others. The bottom line is I am a 2 stroke
fan. I would love to see a return of the 2 stroke if even in a limited
capacity. It would help the sport I have devoted my life and livelihood to
healthy. I believe the two stroke motorcycle will keep more people involved
in our sport. I also believe they produce a better caliber of rider.
For the record, I raced 500's for many years. There is nothing like a big
bore 2 stoke. Most fun I have ever had on a motorcycle and my best racing
memories. I always rode Honda's then and those machines taught me the
definition of respect. My number one riding memory is dropping into gravity
cavity at Unadilla with the 500 pinned. I am smiling as I type that!
Listen, the few rides I have had on the Open Air 450 were great....well at
least the bike was great. The bikes on the showroom floor today are
outstanding. Anyone can see the 4 stroke is here to stay. Manufacturers
have invested way too much to give it up. That said, I would really like to
see the 2 stroke have a chance on the showroom floor as well. I am happy to
support that cause in any way.
Thanks!
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Aaron Vincer
Motosports Park
2525 Ash Road
Byron, IL 61010
815.234.2271
Motobyron.com
P.S. - feel free to post this email if you like.
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