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<blockquote data-quote="Buzz Kanter" data-source="post: 16873" data-attributes="member: 2154"><p>Sounds like solid advice. While I have yet to purchase a Vincent I have owned some amazing vintage machines including Indian Fours, 1920s Harleys, BSA Gold Star, Moto Guzzi Airone. And each time I learn more about the process and value of a decent education on the machine in question. While I personally don't concern mysle fon matching numbers, if and when I ever decide to sell a machine it sure can make a difference.</p><p> </p><p>Unless it is dangerous or obviously doing damage to the machine or rider, I prefer to ride a newly purchased machine for a while to better understand what I like or not BEFORE I lay a wrench on it. I have seen too many people make modifications or "upgrades" too soon and then regret making them after the fact. </p><p> </p><p>I have begun buying books and other literature on the history and maintenance of Vincents. Being the editor-in-chief and publisher of several motorcycle magazines (in the US) I am prone to the printed word already. </p><p> </p><p>I have just ordered <em>Know Thy Beast</em> and a few other books on various aspects of Vincents. Once I digest them I will order the second batch. I have known Big Sid for many years and his passion for Vincents is addictive.</p><p> </p><p>Guess it is time to sign up for a club membership. Thanks to all for sharing with me. Hope to be on the road on a Vincent twin one day soon.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Buzz Kanter, post: 16873, member: 2154"] Sounds like solid advice. While I have yet to purchase a Vincent I have owned some amazing vintage machines including Indian Fours, 1920s Harleys, BSA Gold Star, Moto Guzzi Airone. And each time I learn more about the process and value of a decent education on the machine in question. While I personally don't concern mysle fon matching numbers, if and when I ever decide to sell a machine it sure can make a difference. Unless it is dangerous or obviously doing damage to the machine or rider, I prefer to ride a newly purchased machine for a while to better understand what I like or not BEFORE I lay a wrench on it. I have seen too many people make modifications or "upgrades" too soon and then regret making them after the fact. I have begun buying books and other literature on the history and maintenance of Vincents. Being the editor-in-chief and publisher of several motorcycle magazines (in the US) I am prone to the printed word already. I have just ordered [I]Know Thy Beast[/I] and a few other books on various aspects of Vincents. Once I digest them I will order the second batch. I have known Big Sid for many years and his passion for Vincents is addictive. Guess it is time to sign up for a club membership. Thanks to all for sharing with me. Hope to be on the road on a Vincent twin one day soon. [/QUOTE]
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