14-08-12, 07:46 PM
Thing is, for commuters anyway, fuel prices are a headache compounded by the fact that there isn't always public transport available (and when / where there is, it's expensive and not always that efficient); particularly so in rural and remote areas.
There was a story elsewhere that prices of economical bikes (in particular 125s) are going up due to next-to-nothing running costs.
One factor that hasn't helped is the focus on high-revving sportsbikes in recent years - they're not exactly renowned for frugality.
Must admit that whilst I don't constantly monitor fuel prices, I am wary of riding style and how I use the bike these days.
Those that use the bike mostly for fun will find a way to afford it - a bit like smokers who will find a way to afford tobacco.
There was a story elsewhere that prices of economical bikes (in particular 125s) are going up due to next-to-nothing running costs.
One factor that hasn't helped is the focus on high-revving sportsbikes in recent years - they're not exactly renowned for frugality.
Must admit that whilst I don't constantly monitor fuel prices, I am wary of riding style and how I use the bike these days.
Those that use the bike mostly for fun will find a way to afford it - a bit like smokers who will find a way to afford tobacco.