Himalayan

Today, I will take the penultimate step towards owning an RE Himalayan.  

I will meet Sven after his workday (hopefully), & do a deal. He said he would register the bike, so I trust he can expedite that. 
Being able to tour & camp off grid is exciting. 
So, pretty s9n I will have a fine steed in my stable, 88mpg, cruises the highway at 100kph & can go most places any vehicle can go; forest trail, beach, dirt road & desert. With saddle bags to carry a stove, water & food, clothes & "toys" or tools to help enjoy where I am. The simplicity & utility of this bike excite me. A centre stand to prop the wheels for puncture repair, chain lubing, generous ground clearance, knobby tyres & ample storage options. One owner likened it to a Series III Land Rover. Well I agree but; for one man, but more reliable, easier to service & economic in every sense. An off-road touring vehicle for our time (ie: global warming). 

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