Originally Posted by
bumpalong
I assume you are familiar with the geometry for the 914? It is important to understand that this is no leisurely cruiser. It is a full on, go fast race bike - highly responsive, precise, almost twitchy. Fun as heck to ride. I own an 89 and it is one of my favorite bikes.
Is there big difference between a 912 and a 914? My 1986 912 is a very comfortable ride--I wouldn't call it remotely close to twitchy. Possibly frame size makes a difference? Mine is what Miyata called a 63 cm frame, though it actually measures 62 mm C to C.