Subject: RE: The Function of Dysfunction (fwd)
Author: Peter Scheer
Date: Feb 19, 2001, 5:30 AM
Post ID: 1705505274
Here's my 2 pence
I don't take offense and I don't think the author meant it either.
My 2 bikes are;
71 Ambo and 81 Gold Wing
( the odd couple)
The Honda has all the engineering and reliability built into it at the cost
of its soul.
Its great for trips/ camping/hauling groceries/case of beer etc
its smooth, has quiet exhaust, reliable and has functional styling
so I had to buy a Loopframe.
What he calls imperfections are in fact merely characteristics that make it
less of a sterile machine ( hint; gold wing)
And speaking of character, I have a strong suspicion that the owners of
Loops are not your average middle of the road, take-no-risks bland, vanilla
people.
I bet we are all "characters" in our own way, with very independent ways of
thinking, and thats what draws us to the Guzzi.
Hope to meet you all someday soon
This is a great list and some great tech tips and entertainment all mixed
together
Pete
| -----Original Message----- From: Eric Lamberts [SMTP:ew-@unr.edu] Sent: Sunday, February 18, 2001 7:50 PM To: Loopfram-@topica.com Subject: The Function of Dysfunction (fwd) ============================================================ Which IT Community has the info you need now? CIO | IT Manager | NetAdmin | Support | IT Consultant Check 'em out...and find out! Join TechRepublic--FREE: http://click.topica.com/aaabstb1dfltb15Bu9a/TechRepublic ============================================================ This just in from the Brit list. I'm not sure if it's flattering or not--I think it is--the guy who forwarded it rides an old BSA Goldstar and routinely flattens everyone on the road... Eric Lamberts ew-@unr.edu Reno, Nevada USA ---------- Forwarded message ---------- Date: Sun, 18 Feb 2001 13:05:29 -0800 From: David Kath <bsa-@ISAT.COM> To: BRIT-I-@LISTSERV.INDIANA.EDU Subject: The Function of Dysfunction The Function of Dysfunction by Dirck Edge Most of us have heard the comment that over-engineered products are bland. In other words, if something is too "perfect", it lacks character. We tend to like (and even love) other people and animals. People and animals are never perfect -- while, machines can almost be "perfect". The less perfect machines tend to have "character", and their imperfections can actually draw us closer to them. Do owners of Moto Guzzis get more passionate about their machines than owners of other, seamlessly engineered transportation tools? Typically, yes, and this has everything to do with the imperfections of the Moto Guzzi. Its vibration, its rocking motion, and other things about the machine that have nothing to do with its intended purpose, i.e., transportation. Of course, machines that are overly imperfect (i.e., don't function often enough) make us angry (another emotion). So, perhaps, the perfect machine combines imperfection with relatively reliable function. .............................................................. Reprinted here for our smile with the express permission of Motorcycle Daily.com I think he may be talking about us eh? Check out their online magazine. Click below. Good Stuff. dave - NV Motorcycle Daily.com http://www.motorcycledaily.com/ --- Sponsor's Message -------------------------------------- Get Only the Best Lists! Get a daily profile of the best lists at Topica, FREE! http://click.topica.com/aaaaPIb1dfltb15Bu9c/BestLists ------------------------------------------------------------ ____________________________________________________________ T O P I C A -- Learn More. Surf Less. Newsletters, Tips and Discussions on Topics You Choose. http://www.topica.com/partner/tag01 |