Originally Posted by Doohickie

Every once in a while, a thread pops up asking whether it is a "sin" to do this or that to their C&V bike. The answer is always: No. It is your bike. You are allowed to do whatever you want to it.

The only exception I can think of is whether one thinks of their C&V bike as an investment they may want to sell later. If that's the case, as long as you don't make any permanent changes, you're good to go.

It's your bike. Enjoy it, for cryin' out loud.