The rear brake squeaks, and I´m told I can´t fix it short of replacing some really expensive part. He says this is something in the design of Hondas from that period. And the charging system doesn´t work well for in town riding, it needs high RPM to get full voltage. Bike will eventually die if you don´t get it up and going or do something to recharge it (garage trickle charger ($50) or something). Minor problems, overall I enjoy the bike and would recommend it.
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