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Need more bikes to test

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Now the winter is coming I will start to get a bit bored with things to do. So I think more test rides are in order. Now I risen bikes from Harley, Ducati, Honda, Yamaha, Triumph, Suzuki, Zontis,KTM, and BMW.
Have I missed any brands that I can try?
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The various Chinese ones? Plus Moto Guzzi, Moto Morini, and Aprilia… ciao 🍷
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I didn't list a Royal Enfield, but I did own a Himalayan. I did try to get a test on an Indian but they didn't have a model I was interested in. The nearest dealer is in Poole, so a bit of a trek. May try to get down to Worthing as there is a Chinese bike importer there and I know they have a good assortment of bikes including scooters to try. Getting a ride of a Norton is like pulling hens teeth, same with CCM. Am not interested in Electric bikes as they don't have the range and I think they are over priced.
I may Try a Kawa. I was never over impressed with their quality in the past but they may have upped their game.
Some may say think it's funny or a bit strange that am test riding all these bikes. Two reasons. 1 I get bored in the winter months and that's when dealers give a better discount. 2 My mortgage finishes in a couple of years. Also am not getting any better health wise, so I want to buy my last new bike to finish my road trips bucket list before I get worse. I know it sounds morbid but I want to enjoy my passion whilst I can still handle a bike. Am a cheerful sod but I live in the real world regarding my legs. That's an idea, a trike.
Trust me I am a retired Doctor and lecturer at Oxford University of Structural and Mechanical/Electrical engineering.
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