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It is my opinion that the standardized models based on the Bonnie platform (Bonnie, Thrux, T100 and America) are the 'smart business decision' that allowed cutting edge bikes like the D675 to be built. When you are a small company looking to expand, it doesn't make any sense to have a zillion models, each requiring different manufacturing, training and construction processes. The more you can standardize between models, the more cost-effective the mass production becomes.
Once you have some dough in the bank, though, you use it to R&D your specialty bikes like the D675. You think that bike would exist without the great success of the entire Bonnie line? I doubt it.
That being said ... a 500cc single Thruxton would be *perfect*.
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