I'm extremely happy with my '85 K100. It's amazingly reliable.
Since it's the 4 cylinder, the left side vibrates just enough that I go through an H3 55W bulb for my "Look at me, see me, I'm over here, Don't @#% 'n hit me!" left side light every 4000 miles or so.

Mine are little, but powerful, PIAA lights. They have been a lifesaver many times from the little old ladies in Buicks. People who normally would pull out into the road simply do not when these puppies light my way, even in the daytime. At night I use them sparingly, like approaching intersections, because they can be blinding.


I've got the main headlight and these two down at engine level, either side. They're borderline more worth the investment than a good helmet for the safety factor I've seen put to use.

If it's been 30 years without a bike, I can tell you it's 20x more dangerous out there than it used to be even 10 years ago. People drive much more aggressively, on the cell phones, not paying attention, shaving, make-up, eating, drifting into lanes, etc. It's absolutely unbelieveable.

Ride as if you're invisible. Always know what's around you in all directions. Look at other drivers heads to see if they see you and then don't trust it.
Always look for that place to put you and the machine if something happens.
Ride often. The more you are one with the bike, the safer you'll be.
Anyone tailgating you, wave them to back off nicely, they usually do. If they don't, let the jerk pass and make it easy for him to do so. Your life's worth much more.

Get a heated vest. It won't roast you, but is just enough to take the chill off and make riding in the cold very pleasant.

There's nothing quite like the fear of possible imminent death to keep you sharp. I love to ride.

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85' 300D No inspection, No registration fees, Cheap insurance
"If my calculations are correct, when this baby hits 88 miles per hour, you're going to see some serious %$&^."