Originally Posted by
Pop N Wood
Bikes are a lot like women, sometimes they don't make sense but sometimes a man just knows what he wants.
So, this analogy breaks down in the following way: Having just reached our 37th wedding anniversary, my wife and I have learned what it takes to understand and care for one another.
While I can maintain and enjoy many bikes, and keep them in top condition with periodic care, I could not possibly care for more than one woman. Even trying would be a failure. They would be miserable, as would I.
Never commit to a course on which you cannot hope to achieve success, unless your goal is destruction...
EDIT: As for the OP and his want for a "fast" bike, well... he may or may not have the capacity to appreciate the qualities of a good bike that is responsive and expertly ridden. But, it's still worth a shot.
To the OP: the vast majority of bikes that you'll find are only so-so, functional but uninspiring. You're searching for the real thing, not some over-hyped dead-feeling racing machine, but something with a soul. You'll only know what this means when you experience it. Good luck in your journey.