I've had British motorcycles, always BSA (still have 6), since the 1960s. Its been a great preparation for the Morgan. Guess some of you know the later bikes and the preparation has not been as arduous. I find the Morgan challenge just a "normal"--that's the way things are Bub. After a 2 year ownership I still can't come up with enough reasons to drive it, its just a joy, sometimes frustrating but still a joy.