Sometimes I miss a good un-dependable starter motorcycle

[Big IV]

I saw a wall of still crated CZs at the museum that I visited on Saturday, most were for sale. I've been slightly captivated by them. They would make an interesting project. But alas, that is for another time.

As I've been reading about fun non-traditional vintage rides this weekend, I came across a fun little story about a CZ.

As I pushed the CZ around the last corner before my driveway, I was greeted by the concerned stares of the rest of the group; My dad and his 88ci Harley-Davidson Softtail, Jim and his Kawasaki Vulcan 1600, and Ben with his Honda ST 1300. I couldn't help but feel sorry for them, realising that none of them would be able to push their motorcycles up a hill if they had mechanical (or electrical) problems.

I pitied them and their inferior rides.

http://www.realclassic.co.uk/cz175model477.html

It is a fun ride story that reminds me of several trips that I took on $600.00 motorcycles. 
Life pre-valk was full of those.
Ahhh, some days I miss that. Then otheres, I just ride.

Something about seeing a wall of crated vintage bikes inspires one to think about the simple joys in life, working on bikes, pushing bikes, and the things that Valk owners have gotten away from.

[DaveC]

Been there,done that ..............
BSA(bastard stopped again)
Triumphs(loved those Lucas electrics)
Harley D(ANYTHING could happen & usually did)
old motorcycles & the OLD DAYS are fun to remember,but give me a modern motorcycle anytime....
the hobo

[Big IV]

I do miss tinkering on the Valk. But I usually try to leave good enough alone. Can't improve it much anyway.

There is a certain place in my stable for a project bike, a sunny day pusher if need be, that will let me play with it inside and out. Unfortunately right now I don't have the money in my check book for a project bike. Especially since retro bikes are getting trendy and people are snatching up anything worth rebuilding and paying a premium for the honor.