So....is it bring the wife and kiddies-- and your checkbook-- and come on down! Do you plan to ride others or will this be a purchase? Or just having fun? OMG...it's Son of DeeGee.
But you are right. So often for buyers its some quick turns in the parking lot or around the block. Maybe if you look serious, are "known" by the LBS, or simply make a demand......long test rides are more available than is thought.