Did a lovely run today in Southern Vermont. Route 30 to Brattleboro, then Route 9 to Bennington. Your basic cross the state ride. Bikers love this route as it is mostly through Green Mountain State Forest and there is very little tractor trailer action. It is also mostly above 1500 feet in elevation so the temps are quite nice for air cooled engines.

I have to say that since I had the Centa compensator installed this little car has changed radically. I also have the Super Max sprocket, which is a fabulous change. Reliability has risen in a very large way. Only thing I have planned is to install the Coker Excelsior tires when the Blockleys are down to their last as well as the rear tire. That one has no real tread left but it is a long way before cord shows.

In other words, I no longer leave the house wondering what will break today? It just runs.


What's your mileage? Who cares. Is it practical? See #1. What happens when it rains? You get wet.