Quote Originally Posted by staid rider View Post
there is only so much that one can modify in a bike. some things like the sweep of lines and the stance of a bike are difficult to change.
Well, you can do something if you're really interested. May be design a new frame altogether & then plonk the engine of your choice. These days, it isn't that difficult (compared to a decade ago) finding a right person who can get the job done. Just an idea, as I sail in the same boat as yours