Magician or Hawk. Which is better for commuting only (no off road stuff)?

[mercybloodycroft]

Originally Posted by pete

no offroad... then buy a road bike...

Pretty much anyone would think of that, lol. Unfortunately...

I need a 250 that is somewhat decent. And I do not have more than 1500 to spend. Cannot find a used Japanese roadbike here for that that is at least a 250 and also is dependable with good tread left on tires and padding left on brakes. My options are very limited. And I certainly have looked high and low. I've bought Chinese before, and can turn a wrench. 'Nuff sed.