Re: One more thing....
Of course it's amazing how a short demo ride can give you a false impression of a bike as well. Most demo rides are led rides for specified distances over preselected routes. In the usual 20 to 30 miles of not too challenging roads or speeds, you don't get the opportunity to assess a machines long term comfort or it's handling at the limit, etc.,etc.
But, I agree with you, it's better than nothing. and in many cases, you find out that the bike you were so hot on in the showroom, does not appeal to you at all, once on the road. It sure has saved me some money.
Of course it's amazing how a short demo ride can give you a false impression of a bike as well. Most demo rides are led rides for specified distances over preselected routes. In the usual 20 to 30 miles of not too challenging roads or speeds, you don't get the opportunity to assess a machines long term comfort or it's handling at the limit, etc.,etc.
But, I agree with you, it's better than nothing. and in many cases, you find out that the bike you were so hot on in the showroom, does not appeal to you at all, once on the road. It sure has saved me some money.
