NeedABike23 Posted March 11, 2011 Share Posted March 11, 2011 Hi, Total Newbie here looking for advice. I've been wanting to buy and build a bike for as long as I can remember. I'm thinking a cross between a cafe, bobber, and definitely all rat. I guess this inspiration was sparked the first time I watched Mad Max and furthered by my brother's recent aquisition of an old CB550 for $50. Anyway, I've found a '74 RD200 on craigslist for $450 that I think I can get it for $300 since it's not titled. Is it worth it? I want to use it to get to work and to just have some overall fun messin with/ riding it. My commute is 40 mi 1 way so gas mileage is a concern. But since I'm currently putting over $100 weekly in the tank of my Jeep anything would be an improvement. I've heard 2 strokes can give similar power to 4s with smaller engines, but I don't know how this effects fuel consumption. Another consideration is this, or any, bike will be a project to work on with my son. So again I ask, is it worth it or should I keep looking? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator DirtyDT Posted March 11, 2011 Moderator Share Posted March 11, 2011 Hi and welcome, If it was my choice, given the bikes age, I would look for a 4 stroke to commute and look for a 2 stroke for fun once you have saved the gas costs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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