Pat, I have to tell you how much I admire your extra large cajones for taking this project on. Perhaps, at this stage in your life (see "well seasoned"), this is no big whoop. I must say, however, that for us guys just getting into our bikes (will be 31 in a month or so)that I am sooo impressed with the fact that you are doing the work yourself. Your website is priceless, and you always have great advice. Cheers to you sir! As a fellow with a British wife and a British bike, I'd be hard pressed to say which I'd like to climb on first! Your info & experience makes me lean toward the bike though...thanks Pat!