i must say you are spot on. though i own a modern,smooth,right through the rev range,powerful motorcycle.ie cagiva x tra raptor, with precise handling,braking etc. i still yearn for something, and get a great buzz every time i ride my muzz 660 traveller,with vibes,inperfect handling,and somewhat lack of power. i don't know if its nostalgia or what,my age and what iv'e ridden most of my life. or perhaps i do miss the fingers going numb.but i've enjoyed the rides done recently on v11s.maybe perfect m/cycles become boring.as they are not what we really yearn for. [but the challenge, and nostalgia of days gone]