I think a lot of the "crotch rocket" look started in the early to mid '80's. Before that there were a lot of "standards" and "super bikes"; I still have this '79 GS850 G that I made to be more of a sport touring bike. Added Krauser removable cases and added the quarter fairing and lower handlebars and painted and striped the front fender to match the tank paint and stripe. This is basically a shaft drive GS750 and according to my wife the best seat of all of the bikes I've had or have, and I agree.