The Devil's in the Details

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I have a shoot tonight with Sivonna (I'll add an image from that shoot later), and I think that's going to be quite fun, but even more exciting has been the information I've gathered over the last couple of days. I had some time do do some research yesterday and I've found out that the MP3 500 is well within my grasp. The insurance is a nominal increase, even with full coverage. That's primarily because the MP3 500 is classified as a scooter and because of its admirable safety features. So that's an X in my column.

The shop is wanting to clear inventory before the 2010 models arrive, so a 2009 model with only 21 miles on it is available at Vespa Hillsboro, and I can get a $600 discount directly from the shop through my employers discount program. Additionally, they've offered to throw in some free modifications for me (well the labor's free - I'll need to pay for the parts). I also found, that I can get financing for much more than the bike will cost and a very low interest rate for a three year term - and it's already pre-approved. I'll have the promissory not in hand by the weekend.

Finally, I'm scheduled for the Team Oregon Course for the 1st weekend in May, so if I decided to get the scooter in April, I will have a few weeks to learn some balance and control before I go to the class. The next step to to study for and take the Motorcycle Knowledge Test and get a learner's permit so I can legally practice riding, balancing and stopping before the course.

Later - The shoot went quite well, but I wonder if Sivonna saw an MP3 500 in my future when she was staring into the crystal ball. I didn't think to ask her.