My bike is no more

[cheesehead]

Well, got myself a "new" Intruder that I fell in love with. Planned on keeping the 750, but the ole lady wanted a bike of her own and had no chance in hell of handling the beast. Soooo, I traded it for a 1986 450 nighthawk in great shape (little dent on the tank) that's a more realistic bike for her to learn on. But I loved my CB, so it would be in her best interest to learn how to ride it, or feel my wrath, lol.

I do intend on getting another one some day that needs some work because I enjoyed working on mine and getting it running. I'm already scouring C-list for an almost free fixer-upper.

Thanks for all the help guys, I'll let you know when I get another.

[shinyribs]

NOOOOO!!!!!! I hate to hear that.I hope your wife appreciates the sacrifice you made.Must be one lucky galHave fun with your new toy!!!

[cheesehead]

and this is my new ride

[shinyribs]

Ooooh that is nice! When my Pops bought his Road Star a few years back(gone now) he looked at the Intruders.They are super nice bikes.I secretly wanted him to get the Intruder so i could sneak and get on it.Lookin' good manBeautiful color on that mo-sheen!

[TOOLS1]

A V twin?, and it is not even air cooled!, You really did go to the dark side. 
I do like the color though
TOOLS

[shinyribs]

Well....it does have fins....and the liquid in the radiator IS "air cooled"....i got your back cheese!

[LukeM]

Call me a trailblazer...selling a CB750 and getting a Honda Shadow. :-)  I know of a fellow rider who sold his Triumph Triple to get his wife a car.  And he's a MSC instructor. She keeps needling him about his getting another bike, and he answers with "Well, why should I...you'll just need another car." :-)

Cheesehead, you're still welcome to contribute to the forum.  We'd love to have you.

Luke M

[sgtslag]

Guys, I think some of you are missing the point ():  he bought the 450 so that his wife can learn to ride!  I, too, lament the sale of his 750 (mine is for sale, and I have an interested buyer coming next week...), but he is making an investment in his marital future -- coaxing his wife to not only ride, but to drive!  

My wife took the MSF course, learned to ride on our now-sold Kawasaki 440.  Today, she is a veteran tourer, handling our 1200 Voyager like a pro.  I don't hesitate to take naps when she is driving the Voyager, and I am behind her.  If my wife hadn't learned to drive, we would be limited in our touring:  I can only drive for around 2-3 hours before I need a 30+ minute break!  We trade places, so I can rest, but I also enjoy the scenery much more, as I can actually swivel my head to drink it in, without worrying about controlling the bike.  Think what you will, but my wife and I LOVE touring together, and we sometimes argue, in a good way, about who gets to ride in back.  We both love to drive, but we both love to enjoy the freedom of riding in back, as well.

When touring, on one bike, having both of us capable of driving, is essential.  If one of us is ill, the other takes over, assuming the sickie is not too bad off.  This has happened on several tours, and it was wonderful that we could continue on our way.

There is also an intimacy involved in changing positions on the bike.  By letting her drive, I demonstrate that I trust her with my life, literally, not figuratively!  It has strengthened our marriage, improved her self-confidence, and drawn us closer, as few other things could.

Cheesehead, you will not regret this investment in your marriage.  Biking together, on one, or two bikes, will help your relationship.  And the best part is, you get to do it while enjoying your passionate hobby of riding motorcycle!  There is no down-side to this, other than the loss of the 750, which, as you say, will eventually be replaced.  The 450 will be an excellent bike for her to learn on, and it appears to be in near-mint condition!  It is very stylish, so she won't be embarrassed to be riding it, which is important.  I think you made a superb choice in this bike.  Cheers!

[TOOLS1]

I don't think anyone was attacking him. Just giving him a hard time is all. However I often regret getting Toolbabe on the bike. Now she is always wanting to go with me, and I had to build her a bike. Made me put off the Bob-A-Matic, for quite awhile
TOOLS

[Piute]

  Family that rides together ,will stay together,It's a great thing to help build your lives and closeness ,Remember you can't watch the pack by leading, But going Solo will be that much more ? (what you wont it to be)...Piute N Judose...There's another running 750 out there, Sell all you wont just don't scrap/junk'em.

[Cabreco]

Cheese, I congratulate you on making a prudent choice!

I very wise person (my the six year old) once told me, and I quote:

"remember Dad, happy wife, happy life"

He has a head start in the smarts dept!
BTW Nice bike, like the candy red!