Some Guy
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I think it would be more appropriate to sign our (hundreds of) exhausts! :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack:
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I think it would be more appropriate to sign our (hundreds of) exhausts! :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack:
Dragonrider
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I understand your motivation - and that you've done what's best for you.
I'm lucky enough to be able to keep the Spyder, and have a Valk for my long trips. Best of luck!
I'm lucky enough to be able to keep the Spyder, and have a Valk for my long trips. Best of luck!
Bulldogger
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Should have given me a call
:chat: my wife has a 2007 Triumph speedmaster all black with oil fairing custom exhaust and race winshield sitting in my garage with no mileage on it. She doesn't ride it because of the spyder. On a 1-10 scale the bike is a 10.
:chat: my wife has a 2007 Triumph speedmaster all black with oil fairing custom exhaust and race winshield sitting in my garage with no mileage on it. She doesn't ride it because of the spyder. On a 1-10 scale the bike is a 10.
Sure... not mine but it's exactly like this... for now:
proudcoppop
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I did the same
I definitely understand you switching to another cycle. I did the same thing a couple months ago. Although I did all my own service and repair work my 08 SM5 did not experience any major issues. After reading all the issues reported by other owners I never felt confident that it would get me where I was going. In the back of my little mind I kept saying "I hope it makes it through this trip". I am primarily a distance rider and whenever I went on a trip I had a continual concern that something would break and I had little confidence there would be a knowledgable, capable dealer anywhere near.
I purchased a new Harley and although I know it can also break down like any mechanical machine I have much more reassurance that it wil be dependable and should I have a problem there will be a knowledgable and capable dealer somewhat close. My Harley has averaged 45.3 MPG over the first 2400 miles and has been trouble free. The counter balanced engine on my Harley is velvet smooth and much quieter than the Spyder due to significantly lower RPM at highway speed.
I also read Spyderlovers every day and think the Spyder is a revolutionary great creation but so revolutionary it is not yet perfected to the point of reliability of other mainstream machines. The steering issue is definitely justifyable concern and had I experienced that the Spyder would have been gone a lot sooner. I was fortunate to have sold my Spyder on EBay just before the new touring model was announced so the sale price was better than it is now. Not saying I didn't take a hit but that is life but I thoroughly enjoy new toys!
I wish all Spyder owners the best and will continue to visit the site daily.
I definitely understand you switching to another cycle. I did the same thing a couple months ago. Although I did all my own service and repair work my 08 SM5 did not experience any major issues. After reading all the issues reported by other owners I never felt confident that it would get me where I was going. In the back of my little mind I kept saying "I hope it makes it through this trip". I am primarily a distance rider and whenever I went on a trip I had a continual concern that something would break and I had little confidence there would be a knowledgable, capable dealer anywhere near.
I purchased a new Harley and although I know it can also break down like any mechanical machine I have much more reassurance that it wil be dependable and should I have a problem there will be a knowledgable and capable dealer somewhat close. My Harley has averaged 45.3 MPG over the first 2400 miles and has been trouble free. The counter balanced engine on my Harley is velvet smooth and much quieter than the Spyder due to significantly lower RPM at highway speed.
I also read Spyderlovers every day and think the Spyder is a revolutionary great creation but so revolutionary it is not yet perfected to the point of reliability of other mainstream machines. The steering issue is definitely justifyable concern and had I experienced that the Spyder would have been gone a lot sooner. I was fortunate to have sold my Spyder on EBay just before the new touring model was announced so the sale price was better than it is now. Not saying I didn't take a hit but that is life but I thoroughly enjoy new toys!
I wish all Spyder owners the best and will continue to visit the site daily.
wolfshead1
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The only thing you have to keep is our friendship.Great looking bike.Thanks for all your help.
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dave01
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Sure... not mine but it's exactly like this... for now
Just dont forget that when you come to a stop, THE FEET GO DOWN. :roflblack::roflblack::roflblack:
Love2Ride
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First, I'm sorry it came to this but I'm sooooo glad you found something to replace it with. I think if in your shoes we'd have done the same thing.
I'm glad that you're staying here. :2thumbs: The friendships are great.
Can I just applaude your maturity in how you've handled this thread? You've handled it well and voiced yourself without offense. Bravo!
Be safe and have fun on your new baby.
Oh and SpyderWolf is my hubby... yeah, he's shopping.
gotta watch him. LOL
I'm glad that you're staying here. :2thumbs: The friendships are great.
Can I just applaude your maturity in how you've handled this thread? You've handled it well and voiced yourself without offense. Bravo!
Be safe and have fun on your new baby.
Oh and SpyderWolf is my hubby... yeah, he's shopping.
gotta watch him. LOL:agree:good choice on ride our friend Nick just got one oh wait he has a couple of them but that was his last addition :thumbup:
Sorry to see you sold the Spyder, but...
...the ride you picked up is really sweet. I just read a review of the T-Bird a couple of weeks ago and it looks like a great bike, combining new technology with the timeless look of a classic Triumph. My first bikes were Triumphs (old school - Coventry, not Hinckley) so I have a soft spot in my heart for all things Triumph.
Enjoy!
Best wishes,
Bruce
...the ride you picked up is really sweet. I just read a review of the T-Bird a couple of weeks ago and it looks like a great bike, combining new technology with the timeless look of a classic Triumph. My first bikes were Triumphs (old school - Coventry, not Hinckley) so I have a soft spot in my heart for all things Triumph.
Enjoy!
Best wishes,
Bruce
Ya there was nothing better than hitting the shifter instead of the brake and hitting the brake instead of the shifter.1 of my first street bikes was a Triumph 650 chopper.Loaner though my shop teacher let me use it so he wouldnt have to pick me up nothing like riding a chopper to school when your still in 9th grade one advantage of staying back a year:gaah:
ataDude
Mod Maniac
Thanks. Yepper, ABS except the brakes are not linked. Pretty cool... front lever and all.
And, getting used to it... I've been riding the Valkyrie more and more... practicing.
OK, send 'em this way and I'll stock up on Sharpies.
I understand your motivation - and that you've done what's best for you.
Thanks.
I'm lucky enough to be able to keep the Spyder, and have a Valk for my long trips. Best of luck!
Still have my Valk, too. Good bike but the handling on the T-Bird is much better due in part to the 120 front tire.
I liked the T-Bird for its ergonomics. Pretty much fits me as it came from the showroom floor. The new Triumphs have a really good reliability record, too.
Yepper, still have it. They're very similar in terms of weight and balance. The T-Bird has a bit more torque and does not take nearly as much effort to get it through the twisties. And, sixth gear? 4,000 RPM at 105... with a 6,500 red line. Plus, about 45-50 MPG on normal riding. I don't know about you but my Valk was always in the 30-35 MPG range.
BTW, I've been watching the Rocket III since 2007. I finally test rode one last week and it will flat out jerk your arms out of their sockets when you get on it. 140HP and 147FP torque... low 11's quarter mile. As much as I liked it, I figured I'd kill myself on it and took it down one notch.
You have been nominated. Will you accept?
Thanks, Ted.
It was, and is, my pleasure. You're Welcome!
doc, doc, doc... can we still continue our off-the-record phone conversations?
I've been practicing on the Valk... but you're right, feet down... kickstand... separate front brake... all take a little getting used to.
First, I'm sorry it came to this but I'm sooooo glad you found something to replace it with. I think if in your shoes we'd have done the same thing.
I'm glad that you're staying here. :2thumbs: The friendships are great.
Can I just applaude your maturity in how you've handled this thread? You've handled it well and voiced yourself without offense. Bravo!
Be safe and have fun on your new baby.
Oh and SpyderWolf is my hubby... yeah, he's shopping.
Thanks! :thumbup:
I'm still keeping my Valk but I think the Triumph will be number one. Lots of torque (like 106) and low center of gravity... with a 27" seat height.
Thanks!
Yepper, I had a few BSAs and Triumphs way back when. I certainly hope that I don't have to work on this one after each and every ride.
Thanks!
Keep up the good work, Lamont. I've been with you since 1999.
Nice ride!:thumbup:
Lean into turns - feet down when stopped - you'll be good.
enjoy
Mike
You forgot kickstand!
Thanks.
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ataDude
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NancysToy
Motorbike Professor
This doesn't look a thing like the 56 Triumph Thunderbird I used to have. When did they change? :roflblack: BTW, can you really trust a Brit bike if it hasn't got Whitworth fasteners? :joke: And it's not working on them after every ride that was the big problem, it was working on them to finish the ride!
This doesn't look a thing like the 56 Triumph Thunderbird I used to have. When did they change? :roflblack: BTW, can you really trust a Brit bike if it hasn't got Whitworth fasteners? :joke: And it's not working on them after every ride that was the big problem, it was working on them to finish the ride!
And no Lucas ("the Prince of Darkness") electrics? What is this world coming to?
ataDude
Mod Maniac
If I opened enough boxes, I could probably find my old Whitworth tools. This doesn't look a thing like the 56 Triumph Thunderbird I used to have. When did they change? :roflblack: BTW, can you really trust a Brit bike if it hasn't got Whitworth fasteners? :joke: And it's not working on them after every ride that was the big problem, it was working on them to finish the ride!
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