Rare and unique have their place. However, being common is not bad either. It
can be a sign of a machine that does exactly what it is supposed to very
well. I speak of the R-6 and the R-1. Sure there are tons of squidlys who own
them only because they look cool or are fast. Some people own them because
they are their own technological marvels and in the hands of capable
riders..... eat asphalt alive. I believe that in cases such as this, it is
the rider that makes the combination unique. Sure two or more riders could
have the same bike, but one a great rider can easily separate himself from
the pack. More like letting actions show the difference and relying solely on
rarity of production. They both have their place, but some things are popular
because they just flat out do what they are meant to do very well, and people
buy a tool to do a job.
