Hey all,
I am new to this forum. I am a 20k mile per year commuter through hell. I am on a little bike right now but my wife may be joining me for the commute. Riding a motorcycle saves me $3500 per year in bridge tolls and parking fees so double that with the wife onboard. That is not including savings in gas. The question is whether or not the Venture is the right tool. I would probably look for a newer used model. I keep my bike inside at home and at work.
I ride when it's wet or dry. I split lanes when the traffic is cooperating. I haven't driven a car for 3 years unless it is taking the family somewhere. I even ride the wife's MP3 when I get home from work. What kind of mileage do you all get? What maintenance issues are there? Does it eat tires? Is it a bad choice in the rain? Is it too big to split lanes, I see Goldwings do it?
So, what are your thoughts? Feel free to answer the questions I didn't think of as well.
Thanks in advance,
Dadsafrantic
