I'm seeing a lot of the folks posting about the CTX here and on the st-owners forum seem to mention having a long history of riding experience, which got me curious about what age/experience level of riders are finding this motorcycle appealing.
Me, I'm 38 and have been riding 10 years. I started with a Honda Shadow Aero, which was a fine ride but I got tired of the cruiser thing after 3 years. Bought a Triumph Bonneville based on looks and the feel of that classic standard riding position, and have loved it for the last 7 years except I can't handle long trips with no wind protection and the feeling of the bike getting moved around. I briefly considered the available ST bikes but none seemed quite right, while the CTX just kind of fits.
Me, I'm 38 and have been riding 10 years. I started with a Honda Shadow Aero, which was a fine ride but I got tired of the cruiser thing after 3 years. Bought a Triumph Bonneville based on looks and the feel of that classic standard riding position, and have loved it for the last 7 years except I can't handle long trips with no wind protection and the feeling of the bike getting moved around. I briefly considered the available ST bikes but none seemed quite right, while the CTX just kind of fits.