I'll let you know how it goes and thanks for the good wishes. I've liked the Moto Guzzi line since my high school days and you're right. They're as rare as hen's teeth on the road. It's too bad they are not more popular. They tend to have a very reiable power plant and drive system and handle well. The rake and trail are better than that of the TBA so I'm looking forward to a sweet handling machine.