On my KLR650 I was amazed at the powerband they wrung out of a carbureted thumper. Not in straight line acceleration, the detuned motor was always regarded as something of a dog, but that bike could torque through the dirt AND pull 80 on the interstate all day long, all while being one of the most trouble-free bikes out there, as well as among the most inexpensive.
"...if the gentlemen of Virginia shall send us a dozen of their sons, we would take great care in their education, instruct them in all we know, and make men of them." Canasatego 1744
