Originally Posted by slowandsteady

If you rode one, you would understand.

Also, the reason we don't buy utility bikes is the same reason we don't buy Yugos. Transportation in America is much more than just getting from point A to point B. We want to enjoy the ride in between. We want to be exhilarated, thrilled, and entertained. We want to go fast or to zip around the turns. I have both a pick up truck which is a bit utilitarian and a Mazda Miata.