School started yesterday for two of my three kids. Next week my youngest child, my beautiful daughter starts kindergarten. Its a bittersweet landmark in Demon's life... having been at home with my kids all the time to this point. I have either worked nights or been a stay-home dad, but nonetheless have spent everyday with my children thus far. To say that its gonna be an adjustment is an understatement. Which brings me to my hobby situation.
I have dreamed of doing a motorcycle restoration. I would say that I am in no way a mechanic, however, I easily grasp new concepts and am willing and able to conquer challenging tasks, especially if it is well planned and thought out beforehand. With the internet as a tool I am comfortable that I can find advice, instructions and parts as needed.
Here is where you all come in... I need input on types of bikes to restore. I want to rebuild a 1970's - early 1980's European sportbike. When completed I want it to be a recognizable, classic, fun to ride, show quality ride that I can be proud of. At the same time I want it to be reasonably priced to restore and mechanically "not too challenging".
Currently my mind strays towards BMW, Norton and Moto-Guzzi.
Your input is priceless... and it doesn't stop there..... some of you may get some PM's as my project evolves.
Brief edit: I want it to be a big bore bike.