It's not a definite, just a maybe. Halfway across the country on a bike like that may not be the best idea. It'd be an epic ride, though. Who knows, though. The guy isn't very receptive to offers once we got to the point of getting a deposit to him. Another $8k in the bank is always a good idea, but even if I buy this, or another, I'll be alright. Again, as my OP said, I hate shopping for a bike.