And just in case you haven't figured it out yet, motorcycle parts and service are very often more expensive than comparable car/truck maintenance. Of course it all depends, but I sure pay a lot more for motorcycle tires which last 15,000 miles or so than I do for car tires which go at least 40,000 (and come with a warranty). Plus both the leakiest car I've ever owned (1968 Pontiac Tempest convertible) and the coldest (air cooled VW squareback) were far and away more comfy than any motorbike, anywhere. My neighbors even get better gas mileage than I do on my bikes...and they get to carry on conversations and listen to soothing music while doing so.
Which doesn't help explain why I like motorcycle travel so much, does it? Don't try to squeeze everything to suit linear, logical thinking.
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