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Unread 07-23-2016, 12:41 AM   #30
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Originally Posted by rolandtg View Post
The quality of the Urals has improved tremendously in the last 10 years.
But they are still not a bike I would ride any great distance.

Royal Enfield is another company that takes advantage of a retro design and have also made some substantial product improvements in recent years.
But, imho, they are still bikes that are only good for scooting around town.
The Urals reminded me of the Enfield. This outfit seems to demand a bit more from their Enfields than just scooting around town! http://legendarymotorides.com/tour-ladakh
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