I unfortunately agree. My last 3 bikes were Hondas. They all had a really good track record for reliability. For my last bike purchase, it came between a Yamaha and a Kawasaki for a sport-touring bike (BMW K1600GT was out of my price range for a 2nd bike). Now even the Goldwing is getting beaten by the BMW K1600GTL. I never thought anyone would best the Wing in the luxury touring segment.
I wish they would have used that 1200 motor to create a better sport-touring bike. I know they sell hard bags for the vfr1200, but it is not as comfortable as the st1300. The st1300 is old, and Honda has relinquished the sport-touring segment.
Why not let the consumer decide if they want it or not? I won't own another motorcycle without ABS, but I dont think it should be mandated on all motorcycles.
The downside of riding in the winter in Ohio is the road salt dust that accumulates on the bike. I like to ride, even in the winter, but I will not clean the bike in these temperatures.
A Christian redneck says an anti-gay statement. Why the big surprise or outrage? Its like getting offended when someone points out that the federal government is a bloated inefficient waste of money.