Triumph or Kawasaki?

[Maha]

Traditional thinking aside, the W650 (in my view) would be a great by at under or around 6k.
Whereas the Bonneville at around the same age is a few grand more.
In saying that, there is one around at a dealers for around the 6.5K mark.

The Triumph gets the nod for 'oh hell yeah' but would it be the better buy?

W650....http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Classic-vintage/auction-353494402.htm
Bonneville...http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Cruiser/auction-351241605.htm

[HenryDorsetCase]

I think it would in a "real" vs "replica" way.

Plus (correct me if I am wrong) arent the Bonnie engines counterbalanced, and the W650's not? i.e. Bonnie smoother running.

[DEATH_INC.]

Traditional thinking aside, the W650 (in my view) would be a great by at under or around 6k.
Whereas the Bonneville at around the same age is a few grand more.
In saying that, there is one around at a dealers for around the 6.5K mark.

The Triumph gets the nod for 'oh hell yeah' but would it be the better buy?
Kwakka, easy. Japanese reliability/ease of ownership/parts prices and availability blah blah vs a triumph, which while not like they used to be thankfully, is still a triumph.

[BonnieLass]

I vote for the Bonnie....but then I am biased :niceone:

I love mine :heart:

[Grubber]

Go the Bonnie. the other one is just a lookalike. They are as reliable as hell these days.

[Maha]

Kwakka, easy. Japanese reliability/ease of ownership/parts prices and availability blah blah vs a triumph, which while not like they used to be thankfully, is still a triumph.

.....mmmmm yes I see your valid point, though I would go back to Triumph tomorrow if I didnt love my Honda so much, but thats a whole nother story....:love:

Might have to show Anne a W650 or two.
She loves the Bonnies.

[baptist]

Traditional thinking aside, the W650 (in my view) would be a great by at under or around 6k.
Whereas the Bonneville at around the same age is a few grand more.
In saying that, there is one around at a dealers for around the 6.5K mark.

The Triumph gets the nod for 'oh hell yeah' but would it be the better buy?

W650....http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Classic-vintage/auction-353494402.htm
Bonneville...http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Cruiser/auction-351241605.htm

Says enough for me! Guess I will have to keep saving my pennies :wait::( they are both in Auckland, go check them both, would be a good day out:yes:

[SMOKEU]

British reliability?

[wysper]

British reliability?

Military Intelligence?

... this could be fun.


my vote would be the Bonnie

[short-circuit]

Get this if you want to ruin my life:
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=353995816

[SpankMe]

The W650 isn't being made any more, so I would go with the Bonnie. More aftermarket parts available for it also.

http://www.british-customs.com/triumph-bonneville-t100/

Plus it would sound great with the pipes made by these guys.

http://www.thunderbike.co.nz/sales/bonnevilleproductsindex.htm

[martybabe]

I think you're hankering after the Triumph but it would be Kawasaki for 'me', if it's real you want go enfield, not very quick but that gives you lots of time to just listen to yesteryear and nostalgia shouting loud from the exhaust.

If we're honest, the Kawasaki and bonnie are both just copies.

Listen to this sweet noise as it rides away...ohhh lordy

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[Maha]

The W650 isn't being made any more, so I would go with the Bonnie. More aftermarket parts available for it also.

http://www.british-customs.com/triumph-bonneville-t100/

Plus it would sound great with the pipes made by these guys.

http://www.thunderbike.co.nz/sales/bonnevilleproductsindex.htm

Yeah Im quite keen on the thunderbird myself...:blink:
Mom not quite ready for the crusier style just yet, maybe we will arrive at that point in time together...

[Big Dave]

a triumph, which while not like they used to be thankfully, is still a triumph.

Nah. 'New' Bonneville is way over engineered and is a very reliable bike.
Only ongoing issue was rear spoke breakages, but they re-laced and it abated.
Huh. New! They have been making them for 10 years now.

Kawasaki have a new W80 now too.

[James Deuce]

Go the Bonnie. the other one is just a lookalike. They are as reliable as hell these days.
Whaaaaaaat!

The Bonnie is the worst retro I've ever seen. It's HUUUGE compared to the original Bonnie and those pipes with that kink are just wrong.

The W650 isn't "retro" in the true sense of the word it's vastly more authentic and almost a faithful copy of the BSA Meguro license built in Japan in the '60s.

Factor in the shit service from the distributor and the W650 wins hands down. You'll get a better parts supply from Kawasaki NZ than you will from Triumph.

[avgas]

New Norton commando - makes the others look like big girls blouses.

[blackdog]

so few of the kwakas in the country, i would be interested what getting parts for one would be like

maybe also factor in which will depreciate most and will be easier to sell in 3 years time.

easily the bonnie for me every time

[Fatt Max]

Personally I would go for the Triumph myself. I love 'em....

[Big Dave]

Factor in the shit service from the distributor

Triumph is not Aprilia. The distributor gets better factory support.

[eliot-ness]

Just how many "experts" on Bonneville actually owned one in the 1960s, and are not re-telling the same old bull shit from someone who once new someone who told them how bad they were: Very few I would think after reading some of the posts I read whenever Triumph are mentioned. I bought my first Bonnie in 1959, and followed that with four more up to 1970. None were unreliable, the biggest problem with all the English bikes was that they were too easy to work on, anyone could, with a few spanners and little knowledge, do a decoke and new rings in a weekend, and so did, whether they needed it or not, Buying a second hand bike in those days was like playing russsian roulette, you never knew what you were getting.
Now, after three more Bonnies from 04 to 2011 I can finally say that they have not only produced one that looks, and goes, the way it should, but with the 17"wheels, fuel injection, a slight weight loss, they are better than ever.
Anyone wanting to get one should go for the small wheel, injected model, the basic one is about $13,000 brand new so it might be possible to get a two year old one for less than $10,000.
The spoked ones, with the 19" front wheel, also very reliable, are a bit heavier, and a fraction higher, but still the lowest seat height for a traditional bike.
I won't comment on the Kawasaki, I've never owned one, but all those I've met have been happy with them on all counts, and if they are bringing out an 800cc then it'll be a good one.
Holeshot have my 05 bike for sale, almost as new, ultra low milage. Jamie knows it's history, go and check it out if you're interested.

[Gubb]

...if you need to ask.

[Big Dave]

I had a 1976 Bonne. It wasn't very reliable, but was better than my 885 Thunderbird, well, its failures were less 'catastrophic' in the engineering sense of the word.

The factory fire and the 955i engine are where T really turned it around for mine.

[HenryDorsetCase]

.....mmmmm yes I see your valid point, though I would go back to Triumph tomorrow if I didnt love my Honda so much, but thats a whole nother story....:love:

Might have to show Anne a W650 or two.
She loves the Bonnies.

Those A1's are great if she is a bit short: 17 inch wheels and low seat height. Great looking bike too, IMO: I'd have one over a standard Bonnie or T100, and they're cheaper. Less ground clearance, sure, but probably still more than a HD sportster.

[HenryDorsetCase]

Just how many "experts" on Bonneville actually owned one in the 1960s, and are not re-telling the same old bull shit from someone who once new someone who told them how bad they were: Very few I would think after reading some of the posts I read whenever Triumph are mentioned. I bought my first Bonnie in 1959, and followed that with four more up to 1970. None were unreliable, the biggest problem with all the English bikes was that they were too easy to work on, anyone could, with a few spanners and little knowledge, do a decoke and new rings in a weekend, and so did, whether they needed it or not, Buying a second hand bike in those days was like playing russsian roulette, you never knew what you were getting.
Now, after three more Bonnies from 04 to 2011 I can finally say that they have not only produced one that looks, and goes, the way it should, but with the 17"wheels, fuel injection, a slight weight loss, they are better than ever.
Anyone wanting to get one should go for the small wheel, injected model, the basic one is about $13,000 brand new so it might be possible to get a two year old one for less than $10,000.
The spoked ones, with the 19" front wheel, also very reliable, are a bit heavier, and a fraction higher, but still the lowest seat height for a traditional bike.
I won't comment on the Kawasaki, I've never owned one, but all those I've met have been happy with them on all counts, and if they are bringing out an 800cc then it'll be a good one.
Holeshot have my 05 bike for sale, almost as new, ultra low milage. Jamie knows it's history, go and check it out if you're interested.

what you said. (I read your post after I posted).

[Big Dave]

Those A1's are great if she is a bit short: 17 inch wheels and low seat height. Great looking bike too, IMO: I'd have one over a standard Bonnie or T100, and they're cheaper. Less ground clearance, sure, but probably still more than a HD sportster.


Depends which sportster. There's a squillion these days. XR1200X, probably not, but that Harley has 30 more ponies.

883 Iron - probably - makes less power too.

I'd love a Scrambler.

Almost 2 million - http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=141616

I'll rack up a million watched on You Tube over the weekend too.

[HenryDorsetCase]

New Norton commando - makes the others look like big girls blouses.

bring money. a lot of money. I reckon you would buy three brand new Bonnies for the price of one new Commando.

Still, if my Lotto based retirement plan works out, its on the agenda: fly to the UK, buy, ride, ship back.

[HenryDorsetCase]

Depends which sportster. There's a squillion these days. XR1200X, probably not, but that Harley has 30 more ponies.

883 Iron - probably - makes less power too.

Oh, sure. My H-D riding experience is entirely due to one demo ride on a XL1200 "48". which I really loved. But couldnt live with.

Next option is an XL1200N, then XR1200. Left field option: Buell XB12.

Why have I not got enough money for one of each?

[HenryDorsetCase]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Classic-vintage/auction-353198368.htm


this looks immaculate and reasonable money.

[Maha]

..and on a completely different note, we were at WMC talking to Pete a few years ago (maybe 4?) and on the floor was this cool Buell that had been lowered and fitted Anne it very well...possibly this one...
Turns out it is the same one!
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=353077546

[Grubber]

Whaaaaaaat!

The Bonnie is the worst retro I've ever seen. It's HUUUGE compared to the original Bonnie and those pipes with that kink are just wrong.

The W650 isn't "retro" in the true sense of the word it's vastly more authentic and almost a faithful copy of the BSA Meguro license built in Japan in the '60s.

Factor in the shit service from the distributor and the W650 wins hands down. You'll get a better parts supply from Kawasaki NZ than you will from Triumph.

Never had any problems getting bits from Triumph at all. After market or original. The Kwaka is a remake of the early 70's. Spitting image of an old school triumph. The bonnie is just a later model of previous models. Goes well for it's style and size.
Each to their own at the end of the day.

[shrub]

Kwakka, easy. Japanese reliability/ease of ownership/parts prices and availability blah blah vs a triumph, which while not like they used to be thankfully, is still a triumph.

I see. So you don't know much about modern bikes then? No worries, I don't know much about boats or buses.

Modern Triumphs are grossly over-engineered, and are at least as reliable and well made as anything from Japan, and there is no reason a modern Bonnie can't do over 100,000 kms with no major work done on it - the local Triumph dealer have yet to open a modern Bonnie engine. And they don't leak oil either.

As for parts availability, the modern Bonnie range have been one of Triumph's biggest sellers whereas the W650 is a bit of a dead end, and there aren't a lot around. That means Triumph parts are readily available, and the longest you should wait for damn near anything is 3 weeks, although a lot comes down to the parts guy you deal with. Triumph parts are bloody expensive, but the huge number of Bonnies sold over the last 10 years mean that second hand parts are reasonably easy to get, and www.vgcspares.co.nz (www.vgcspares.co.nz) stock pretty much everything you need at good prices.

I rode both bikes back to back a couple of years ago, and the Bonnie with 200cc bigger engine means less work for your left foot and is a bit gruntier (not a whole heap though). The Bonnie also feels bigger and more planted, but the Kwakka has a kickstarter and actually looks more like an old Brit bike. Both handle and brake well for retro bikes and while I only rode the Kwakka for 30 or 40 kms, I can imagine it would be easy to ride for extended periods. I have ridden Bonnies quite a lot, and they are very capable tourers as long as you remember that they're not quick and have a range of around 220kms before reserve.

Personally I think the Bonnie is a better bike in every way (apart from a few styling things and that kickstarter), but they're more expensive.

[ac3_snow]

the kawaka is alrite, being a thou cheaper, slightly less kms (what's 3000 anyway) but i would still go for the triumph.
you wouldn't buy a low alcohol beer....

[avgas]

the kawaka is alrite, being a thou cheaper, slightly less kms (what's 3000 anyway) but i would still go for the triumph.
you wouldn't buy a low alcohol beer....
instead of Lion Red?
Hell yes I would

[shrub]

the kawaka is alrite, being a thou cheaper, slightly less kms (what's 3000 anyway) but i would still go for the triumph.
you wouldn't buy a low alcohol beer....


instead of Lion Red?
Hell yes I would

Yes, I'm sure you would.

[skippa1]

Hmmm.....a real Triumph, or one they have tried to make look like a Triumph? You really have to ask?

[YellowDog]

The main thing going for the Bonnie IMO is the fact that there are lots of parts and options available. You can easily change it from an ordinary retro look bike to something quite special. If anyone's ridden the SE with uprated dampers, it really has become a retro looking bike that can compete favourably with its modern peers.

There is also so much free info available via the RAT network.

Good luck.

[davebullet]

Whaaaaaaat!

The Bonnie is the worst retro I've ever seen. It's HUUUGE compared to the original Bonnie and those pipes with that kink are just wrong.


It is heavy but confidence inspiring. Mrs B. took one overnight for a spin and was far more confident on it than her VTR250. When I told her the bonnie weighed 10kg more than the Speed Triple- she didn't believe me.

I rode the bonnie and thought it very solid. It had that glued to the road feeling. Just don't expect the performance to give you wet undies. Then again - that motor will just keep going and going and going....

[DEATH_INC.]

I see. So you don't know much about modern bikes then?
Ok.
But I still stand behind what I said 'which while not like they used to be thankfully' they still aren't as good as a jap bike in the details. And parts aren't as common... I'll bet you can find a Kwakka oil filter in Warkworth a lot easier than a Triumph one...
Don't get me wrong I'm not slagging Triumphs (I'd love a 675) just saying I still believe the Kawi is a better option for ease of ownership.

[Big Dave]

just saying I still believe the Kawi is a better option for ease of ownership.

And a modern Harley is even easier. No shimmy shimmy shake shake. All relative innit.

[shrub]

Ok.
But I still stand behind what I said 'which while not like they used to be thankfully' they still aren't as good as a jap bike in the details. And parts aren't as common... I'll bet you can find a Kwakka oil filter in Warkworth a lot easier than a Triumph one...
Don't get me wrong I'm not slagging Triumphs (I'd love a 675) just saying I still believe the Kawi is a better option for ease of ownership.

In what way are they not as good? You say details, but what does that mean? The finish matches and exceeds Japanese bikes, design technology matches and exceeds Japanese bikes in the market segments where Triumph are involved and quality matches and exceeds the Jap bikes. Have you ever actually looked closely at a modern Triumph? Do you have any idea about the design criteria and production quality control methods they use? Or are you still stuck in the idea that all British bikes leak oil and break down?

And how is a smaller, superceded model that never sold all that well easier to own than the Bonnie?

[avgas]

Isn't the W650 carb'd?
If so I would go with that.

Makes stuff like removing air boxes etc a simple pleasure.

Also is there a price difference? If not get the Triumph.

Confused yet?

[Grubber]

Ok.
But I still stand behind what I said 'which while not like they used to be thankfully' they still aren't as good as a jap bike in the details. And parts aren't as common... I'll bet you can find a Kwakka oil filter in Warkworth a lot easier than a Triumph one...
Don't get me wrong I'm not slagging Triumphs (I'd love a 675) just saying I still believe the Kawi is a better option for ease of ownership.

I buy my oil filters for my Daytona at Repco. How easy is that! I buy my oil just down the road at the Mobil supplier. How easy is that. I buy any parts through internet or AMPS and have no problem at all. How easy is that. You sure you know what your talking about??:sunny:

[HenryDorsetCase]

And a modern Harley is even easier. No shimmy shimmy shake shake. All relative innit.

and hydraulic tappets too. just saying.

[drmikenz]

Traditional thinking aside, the W650 (in my view) would be a great by at under or around 6k.
Whereas the Bonneville at around the same age is a few grand more.
In saying that, there is one around at a dealers for around the 6.5K mark.

The Triumph gets the nod for 'oh hell yeah' but would it be the better buy?

W650....http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Classic-vintage/auction-353494402.htm
Bonneville...http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Cruiser/auction-351241605.htm

just a heads up if your interested in the W650, i tried to have a look at it about a month or so ago when i was thinking of getting one to cafe racer up. Wierdest fucking conversation i've ever had on trademe. organised a time to go and see it then the guy tells me its best 'just to leave it' since there is 2 people coming with cash for a deal in the next 24 hours. apparently i wasn't 'keen' enough despite wanting to come and see it....that was two relists ago and its now $500 cheaper :facepalm:

YMMV

[NONONO]

I am not the person to ask...............
Know where I could get you a great service deal though.Ha ha hahha hahah hahhh ha ha hah haha haa!!!!!

[James Deuce]

The Kwaka is a remake of the early 70's. .

No.

It.

Isn't.

It's a tribute to Meguro's license-built BSA 650 twin. Meguro was purchased by KHI to start Kawasaki Motorcycles.

[tri boy]

Kwakka, easy. Japanese reliability/ease of ownership/parts prices and availability blah blah vs a triumph, which while not like they used to be thankfully, is still a triumph.

40000kms on, and I havn't needed a valve shim, or anything mechanical repaired.
No oil leaks, (cept for chain splooge).
New front wheel assy under warranty without too much fuss.
Triumph has come a long way.

I would like to ride the new W800 when it hits our shores though.

[Pussy]

I reckon the W650 looks more Bonneville than the Bonneville.
I rode one a few years ago... felt refined

[DEATH_INC.]

You sure you know what your talking about??:sunny:
Obviously not according to Triumph owners.

[Mom]

Isn't the W650 carb'd?
If so I would go with that.

Makes stuff like removing air boxes etc a simple pleasure.

Also is there a price difference? If not get the Triumph.

Confused yet?

No, not confused...

Carbies are easy, peasy - decisions - decisions.

I am a closet Triumph owner, I feel it is about time I came out, but...

That little buell has done my head in tonight :drool: If it is the same one, I saw it in Wellington Motorcycles and well the term "fizzing at the bung" springs to mind. I was offered a test ride but it was a typically lovely Welly day, windy as all get out and absolutely throwing it down. I was not that familiar with Wellington City streets(could do it now no worries) and I had no gear (though I could have borrowed some). The offer was extended for another day, but we were only down there for a family funeral, so that did not work out.

If it is the same one, it was an import, and a pint sized version of the original, and I have to own it :drool: *sigh*

I have asked the questions, and am waiting on answers. Pete, standby for a call tomorrow :sunny:

[tri boy]

I'm hanging out to see Shaun Harris squirt the Deus X "Twister" scrambler around Pierower.
I really don't think it matter too much which bikeis more "Triumph".
I like the style of both, and day to day living would be easy with both.
Get the one that fits best. Wallet and ergos. MHO

(I really want a Triumph XC to punt about on though, c'mon Dave. Get a test ride.):sunny:

[shrub]

No, not confused...

Carbies are easy, peasy - decisions - decisions.

I am a closet Triumph owner, I feel it is about time I came out, but...:

Bonnies only got carbs in 08. If you want a Triumph, buy one. It's kind of cool owning a Trumpy.

[Mom]

It's kind of cool owning a Trumpy.

I know...

The sounds...

The smells...

The breakdowns... :pinch:

I know, that is unfair. I have a wonderfully, colourful, fantastic, frustrating, special motorbike right now. She is missing a vital bit of equipment (for me) so I am not riding her at the moment. I have started a new job where I need reliable wheels, I have a bit of a commute. I have a car :puke: But I want to commute on 2 wheels.

I wont take my bike, I value rear vision too much, and parts for the BB can not be bought off the shelf. If I am to replace BB, then I want to replace her with something that I dont have to be concerned about regarding reliability.

[Big Dave]

40000kms on,

You big pansy. I've got that many on the Buell and I mostly ride other people's.

[tri boy]

Thats cause I float between kanny's bikes, and a few others:innocent:
Plus I know you really want a low milage, carbed, two tone blue scrambler with only one owner:ride:

[Motu]

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This is the one for me.

<img src='http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4031/5078289430_356b61de6b_b.jpg'>

[trustme]

Obviously not according to Triumph owners.


Your first intelligent post in this thread.. Scram has 50k up , motor is rock solid, she is as reliable as any jap bike. There are Bonnies in the US that have over 100000 miles without any motor work.

The wife went from a GPX 250 to an A1. She is rapt , except for the extra weight at low speeds which is inherent is any larger bike she believes it is an easier bike to ride & safer for the average rider than her little 250.

We recently completed a tour of the SI. The Bonnies attracted attention wherever we went, we were probably less threatening & seemed more aproachable to Joe Citizen than the average Harley set or sprot bike riders , older people just get the Bonnies, even the youngies are not immune

http://i233.photobucket.com/albums/ee62/trustme_photos/404.jpg

[nallac]

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[James Deuce]

Buell,you know you want it..........
But can't get it unless you buy someone else's cast off.

[nallac]

But can't get it unless you buy someone else's cast off.

not quite true ,thats if you want a new(well 09 new) XB12X theres still a few new ones at Anza.... the rest well you know the story........

[AllanB]

[QUOTE=Motu;1129983115This is the one for me.[/QUOTE]

I'm loving the white one. Bugger me why the factories don't make em like that - sure they need indicators and a few bits but they can be micro LED ones to retain the clean lines.

[Ocean1]

That little buell has done my head in tonight :drool: If it is the same one, I saw it in Wellington Motorcycles and well the term "fizzing at the bung" springs to mind

Have you ever ridden a Buell? Sounds like your predisposed to like it so you probably will. They feel quite different but for you, (and for your use) the only negative I can think of might be the clutch pull. They vary a bit, AJ put a hydraulic conversion on his XB 'cause it was a bit hard, but mine wasn't bad standard.

Can't go too far wrong, they're not as doggedly reliable as a Jap machine but they're not far behind, reasonably cheap to own, good commuter and I've toured with a couple and they do well.

[nallac]

Have you ever ridden a Buell? Sounds like your predisposed to like it so you probably will. They feel quite different but for you, (and for your use) the only negative I can think of might be the clutch pull. They vary a bit, AJ put a hydraulic conversion on his XB 'cause it was a bit hard, but mine wasn't bad standard.


One of these helps with the clutch pull, http://www.easypullclutch.com/
just so happens i've got a spare one here.......well not really a spare,am keeping it for when i get my second Buell....wheres that lotto ticket.

[avgas]

It's a tribute to Meguro's license-built BSA 650 twin. Meguro was purchased by KHI to start Kawasaki Motorcycles.
Is this that thing you were talkin about? The orange one.....
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[James Deuce]

Is this that thing you were talkin about? The orange one.....
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Is that a BSA A7? That's what the Kawasaki W1 was a copy of.

<img src=http://www.motorcyclespecs.co.za/Gallery/Kawasaki%20W1-1965.jpg>

[avgas]

Ah guess not - as crank case was different

[Motu]

Is that a BSA A7? That's what the Kawasaki W1 was a copy of.

A10 - Kawasaki never made the 500cc version.

[James Deuce]

A10 - Kawasaki never made the 500cc version.

Meguro licensed the A7 and the W1 was a enlarged A7. The Meguro was 500cc and the W1 was 625cc (I think).

[DMNTD]

Really comes down to which one will fit her bestestest.
If a Triumph...A1 but personally I'd go for the Kwaka

[Scouse]

Oh, sure. My H-D riding experience is entirely due to one demo ride on a XL1200 "48". which I really loved. But couldnt live with.

Next option is an XL1200N, then XR1200. Left field option: Buell XB12.

Why have I not got enough money for one of each?Well you see I dont think that the Buell XB12 is such a left field option after three months of ownership of a new XB12SS I find that I ride It more than my speed triple its just auraly(sp) a more pleasurable experience dont get me wrong I also love my Speed triple but the Buell is just more fun to ride.

[NONONO]

You have to do it!

[NZsarge]

Kwakka, easy. Japanese reliability/ease of ownership/parts prices and availability blah blah vs a triumph, which while not like they used to be thankfully, is still a triumph.


.....mmmmm yes I see your valid point, though I would go back to Triumph tomorrow if I didnt love my Honda so much, but thats a whole nother story....:love:

Might have to show Anne a W650 or two.
She loves the Bonnies.
Even putting my bias aside for a moment i'd agree with DI on this, lord help you if you need to buy parts for the Triumph and while Japanese bike aren't exactly what you'd call cheap to repair and so forth Triumph's (generally) are in a whole different league of expensive.

[short-circuit]

Even putting my bias aside for a moment i'd agree with DI on this, lord help you if you need to buy parts for the Triumph and while Japanese bike aren't exactly what you'd call cheap to repair and so forth Triumph's (generally) are in a whole different league of expensive.

Amazing the number of people that talk out their arses about such things...

Firstly, if you buy a modern Triumph you won't need to buy parts - unless the worst happens and you don't have insurance. And second, have you seen the price of genuine Honda parts recently?

Oh and DMNTD, +1 on the A1 Bonnies - sharp as fuck

[Maha]

If the buell in post 29 turns out to be the one we saw in Wellington several years ago then its more than likely that will be the purchase. There is a very clear height difference (lower) between the rear hugger and seat when I looked at the 08' version also for sale.
But I am not the one who will be buying so who knows what will end up in the shed.

[NZsarge]

Amazing the number of people that talk out their arses about such things...

I know the prices for Triumph bits are expensive, i've got a mate that knows all too well about what parts cost for modern Triumph, i've seen the bill's so to speak and they've all been fucking expensive!

Firstly, if you buy a modern Triumph you won't need to buy parts

Bullshit!


- unless the worst happens and you don't have insurance.

Yes lord help you if you don't have insurance because even minor damage could run into thousands.


And second, have you seen the price of genuine Honda parts recently?

Mom nor Maha mentioned anything about her getting or looking at a Honda so what the fuck are you on about?

[NZsarge]

If the buell in post 29 turns out to be the one we saw in Wellington several years ago then its more than likely that will be the purchase. There is a very clear height difference (lower) between the rear hugger and seat when I looked at the 08' version also for sale.
But I am not the one who will be buying so who knows what will end up in the shed.

That'd be pretty nice, just check if Ventura or someone make a luggage system for it otherwise if Mom intends to ride it some distance it might be quite impractical that said someone must do something for it.

[short-circuit]

Mom nor Maha mentioned anything about her getting or looking at a Honda so what the fuck are you on about?

I'm talking about people ignorant enough to continue to accept the fallacy that "Jap" bike are more reliable and parts are cheaper (usually those with no first hand experience).

[Maha]

That'd be pretty nice, just check if Ventura or someone make a luggage system for it otherwise if Mom intends to ride it some distance it might be quite impractical that said someone must do something for it.

We spoke about that last night:yes:
Surely Ventura do a rack for such a bike?
If not, my CB is a very very good donkey for such an occassion.:corn:

[NZsarge]

I'm talking about people ignorant enough to continue to accept the fallacy that "Jap" bike are more reliable and parts are cheaper (usually those with no first hand experience).

I accept that modern Triumph's are no longer the unrealiable bikes they used to be but DO NOT kid yourself that they are better than most anything else either, take your little British blinkers of and come live in the real world. I swear some of you Triumph riders are worse than Harley Davidson loyal.

I've unfortunately damages a couple of my bikes in recent times and I would just about guarantee you that there is no way you'd out get out of it as cheaply on a equivalent Triumph plain and simple. I'm not a Triumph hater, just going recent experiences.

[martybabe]

We spoke about that last night:yes:
Surely Ventura do a rack for such a bike?
If not, my CB is a very very good donkey for such an occassion.:corn:

I don't know but there's always a way around the luggage carrying issue, as for the bike itself, certainly caught my eye before, what a great looking little package, To be honest I don't know much about the bike but on looks and standoutfromyhecrowdability It's a clear winner over the K and the trumpy.

I'm off to check the specs on that little beauty, could be a contender:yes:

[short-circuit]

I'm not a Triumph hater, just going recent experiences.

...of crashing Jap bikes?

[NZsarge]

We spoke about that last night:yes:
Surely Ventura do a rack for such a bike?
If not, my CB is a very very good donkey for such an occassion.:corn:

Yeah i'd say say they (Ventura) would have a rack system for it, I think Dold are the importers so you could either check it out there of i suppose Ventura have their own site.

[NZsarge]

...of crashing Jap bikes?

Yes and mate's repairing and crashing Triumph's, what's your point? Or are you going to take this somewhere pointlessly personal?

[James Deuce]

Yeah i'd say say they (Ventura) would have a rack system for it, I think Dold are the importers so you could either check it out there of i suppose Ventura have their own site.

Importers? They're made here bro.

[short-circuit]

Yes and mate's repairing and crashing Triumph's, what's your point? Or are you going to take this somewhere pointlessly personal?

Harmless banter my friend.

Going back to your earlier post - I agree on the no better no worse front reliabilitywise. Maybe you do pay slightly more for parts (not as much as many people claim I'd suggest) but that is about volume, quality and exclusivity I'd suggest :msn-wink:

I've had three modern Trumpies over four years with zero problems and all parts I've sourced from overseas cheaper than you'd find any equivent Japper parts (locally).

Mom out of that crop of contenders I say go the Buell (anything but a Jappa :chase:)

[DEATH_INC.]

I'm talking about people ignorant enough to continue to accept the fallacy that "Jap" bike are more reliable and parts are cheaper (usually those with no first hand experience).
Name calling doesn't make you right. I do know what I'm talking about, or I wouldn't post it. Besides, I consider Maha and Mom friends, I wouldn't set them wrong deliberately

[Maha]

I don't know but there's always a way around the luggage carrying issue, as for the bike itself, certainly caught my eye before, what a great looking little package, To be honest I don't know much about the bike but on looks and standoutfromyhecrowdability It's a clear winner over the K and the trumpy.

I'm off to check the specs on that little beauty, could be a contender:yes:

It fitted Anne like it was ment to be, but were not in the postion to buy at the time and were not really looking. I see ANZA have an XB12 in Blue, my last three bikes have been blue, could this be a sign?.:innocent:

[Grubber]

Obviously not according to Triumph owners.

I have had 2 of the later triumphs and have not had to spend a single penny on anything mechanical. Had a minor crash on one and it cost me bugger all in bits.
some parts are pricy i would have to say. If you go buy a filter of Triumph then you pay $30 plus but i buy mine off Repco and they are around $18. Where you shop always helps. Mine have been a long way cheaper then the japs i have owned and that's just a fact, nothing personal.

[AllanB]

[QUOTE=short-circuit;1129983412]I've had three modern Trumpies over four years with zero problems and all parts I've sourced from overseas cheaper than you'd find any equivent Japper parts (locally).
QUOTE]


I'd not hesitate to purchase a new Triumph. Or Kawasaki. Or Honda.

OK I have a Honda.

Regarding parts - I have taken to importing genuine Honda parts from the USA as I found when the Sept Earthquake tipped my bike over in the shed (cosmetic damage only) that bits in NZ were up to SIX times dearer. I kid you not - six times!

Even consumables like filters are stupid prices.

[short-circuit]

Name calling doesn't make you right. I do know what I'm talking about, or I wouldn't post it. Besides, I consider Maha and Mom friends, I wouldn't set them wrong deliberately

Ignorant isn't an insult - it's just a lack of personal experience.

I wouldn't give Mark or Anne a bum steer either on the contrary - that's why I've suggested a modern Trumpy :yes:

[Scouse]

It fitted Anne like it was ment to be, but were not in the postion to buy at the time and were not really looking. I see ANZA have an XB12 in Blue, my last three bikes have been blue, could this be a sign?.:innocent:Anne is wellcome to take me XB for a pootle to see if she likes it

[Owl]

Or are you going to take this somewhere pointlessly personal?

Fuck yeah!

:moon:

:finger:

:bleh:

Anyway, you've just got to be savvy when it comes to Triumph parts. Example: I replaced my fuel filter with an identical BMW part for a fraction of the cost. Of course it cost me about $450 to fly to Oz and get it:scratch:

[NZsarge]

Harmless banter my friend.

OK but we are going to have to agree to disagree.

Going back to your earlier post - I agree on the no better no worse front reliabilitywise. Maybe you do pay slightly more for parts (not as much as many people claim I'd suggest) but that is about volume, quality and exclusivity I'd suggest :msn-wink:

Both times I binned my bikes (a '06 Yamaha FZ1 and an '07 Kawasaki ZX14) they cost no more than $4500 to sort, my friend on his Triumph binned his bike and the bill was the thick end of $20k! (although I fully admit that his bin involved both sides of the bike) so i'd hazard a guess along with some other situations i'm privy to that bits for Triumph's cost more than slightly more.

I've had three modern Trumpies over four years with zero problems and all parts I've sourced from overseas cheaper than you'd find any equivent Japper parts (locally).


Glad you are having a good spin out of your Triumph's. Since I re-joined the riding fraternity so to speak no issues with the three bikes i've had bar a faulty side stand switch on the FZ1 which was subsequently discovered by the following owner unfortunately for him.The dealer told me the other day (while i was in perving at the new ZX10) that he loves the FZ1 (naturally).

[Maha]

Anne is wellcome to take me XB for a pootle to see if she likes it

The rear pegs on the Buell I posted are just below the chain guard, thats how much it has been lowered. If anne could at least the balls of her feet on the ground, thats why the triumph/kawasaki are in the mix.

[NZsarge]

Fuck yeah!

:moon:

:finger:

:bleh:



How rude! Bloody Triumph riders! :baby:

[NZsarge]

Importers? They're made here bro.

You know, believe it or not but i did know that :facepalm: but I think Dold are the agents for them.

[Pussy]

Glad you are having a good spin out of your Triumph's. Since I re-joined the riding fraternity so to speak no issues with the three bikes i've had bar a faulty side stand switch on the FZ1 which was subsequently discovered by the following owner unfortunately for him.The dealer told me the other day (while i was in perving at the new ZX10) that he loves the FZ1 (naturally).

You may well be writing something relevant... but I can't be bothered reading it if I have to change background colour. Blue on black is decipherable

[Maha]

You may well be writing something relevant... but I can't be bothered reading it if I have to change background colour. Blue on black is decipherable

He said....:sunny:
''Glad you are having a good spin out of your Triumph's. Since I re-joined the riding fraternity so to speak no issues with the three bikes i've had bar a faulty side stand switch on the FZ1 which was subsequently discovered by the following owner unfortunately for him.The dealer told me the other day (while i was in perving at the new ZX10) that he loves the FZ1 (naturally)''.

[NZsarge]

You may well be writing something relevant... but I can't be bothered reading it if I have to change background colour. Blue on black is decipherable

It's unfortunate that you are displeased with my choice of colour when posting inside others post to make my reply more easily discernable but I use the light universe and have no issues, I find the dark universe harder to read and strains my eyes. If you can't flick to the light universe for a moment to make it more easily readable then you'll just have to forgo my unbelievably witty banter and insightful pearls of wisdom from time to time, truth be known you're not missing anything...

[nallac]

Why aren't you guys in Wellington yet?.....come on Mom........its a nice weekend for a ride back from wellywood.

[Owl]

truth be known you're not missing anything...

I couldn't read it either, but then I already knew the above:msn-wink:

[Mom]

One of these helps with the clutch pull, http://www.easypullclutch.com/
just so happens i've got a spare one here.......well not really a spare,am keeping it for when i get my second Buell....wheres that lotto ticket.

Glad you are not dead, I rang your Mom last night worried about you.


That'd be pretty nice, just check if Ventura or someone make a luggage system for it otherwise if Mom intends to ride it some distance it might be quite impractical that said someone must do something for it.

I cant even use a tank bag on it :innocent: But will have to sort soemthing out as I want to use it as a commuter and I need somewhere for my "stuff"


I don't know but there's always a way around the luggage carrying issue, as for the bike itself, certainly caught my eye before, what a great looking little package, To be honest I don't know much about the bike but on looks and standoutfromyhecrowdability It's a clear winner over the K and the trumpy.

I'm off to check the specs on that little beauty, could be a contender:yes:
Step away from the cherry red one :yes: Here is one that will fit you much better

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports/auction-351738202.htm


Why aren't you guys in Wellington yet?.....come on Mom........its a nice weekend for a ride back from wellywood.

I know...

[Ocean1]

That'd be pretty nice, just check if Ventura or someone make a luggage system for it otherwise if Mom intends to ride it some distance it might be quite impractical that said someone must do something for it.


We spoke about that last night:yes:
Surely Ventura do a rack for such a bike?
If not, my CB is a very very good donkey for such an occassion.:corn:


I cant even use a tank bag on it :innocent: But will have to sort soemthing.

Ventura do a rack system to fit them. 'Bout $80 for the "L" brackets and about the same for a rack. Packs from <$100 to $300 for a larger touring job. If you're interested in cheap hard luggage to fit it PM me.


It fitted Anne like it was ment to be, but were not in the postion to buy at the time and were not really looking. I see ANZA have an XB12 in Blue, my last three bikes have been blue, could this be a sign?.:innocent:


Step away from the cherry red one :yes: Here is one that will fit you much better

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports/auction-351738202.htm

:laugh: Wouldn't cost that much to lower any of them, just get the right people involved.

[DEATH_INC.]

You may well be writing something relevant... but I can't be bothered reading it if I have to change background colour. Blue on black is decipherable
Just swipe it with the mouse, then it's easy to read...

[Maha]

Just swipe it with the mouse, then it's easy to read...

I threw the cat at it, didnt appreciate that so much.....:corn:

We have heard back from the owner of the Buell and its the same bike, she bought it from WMC about four years ago...how wonderfully exciting.:rockon:

[nallac]

I threw the cat at it, didnt appreciate that so much.....:corn:

We have heard back from the owner of the Buell and its the same bike, she bought it from WMC about four years ago...how wonderfully exciting.:rockon:

Have ya booked the Airfares yet?..........

[Maha]

Have ya booked the Airfares yet?..........

....those come after an agreed/accepted price negotiation...:yes:

[James Deuce]

You know, believe it or not but i did know that :facepalm: but I think Dold are the agents for them.

They're the manufacturers and Ventura is their registered trademark (tm).

[Ocean1]

....those come after an agreed/accepted price negotiation...:yes:

Looks to have XB12R footpegs, think the S all had a 1" drop and those don't. Also, the muffler needs to come off for a repaint. And if you're doing that you might as well ceramic coat it.

Think the price is at least $1K too much for the year, possibly $2K. Good luck dude.

[Big Dave]

They're the manufacturers and Ventura is their registered trademark (tm).

World famous from Te Rapa.

I like their models
http://www.dold.co.nz/Products/Ventura/Bike-Pack_System/Bike-Pack_System.aspx

[James Deuce]

He's cute.

[rwh]

It's unfortunate that you are displeased with my choice of colour when posting inside others post to make my reply more easily discernable but I use the light universe and have no issues, I find the dark universe harder to read and strains my eyes.
There are better ways to intersperse your comments than colour.

If you can't flick to the light universe for a moment to make it more easily readable then you'll just have to forgo my unbelievably witty banter and insightful pearls of wisdom from time to time, truth be known you're not missing anything...

Just add extra
and tags.

Richard

[Mom]

Have ya booked the Airfares yet?..........

No, but all things being equal I will be doing just that soon. I need to get it looked at first, and I need to sort some small financial issues out :pinch:

Its real preeeetty eh?

[Scouse]

No, but all things being equal I will be doing just that soon. I need to get it looked at first, and I need to sort some small financial issues out :pinch:

Its real preeeetty eh?

Looks like we are going to have something in common then eh

[Mom]

Looks like we are going to have something in common then eh

I am trying to stay calm here, I really do have some shit to sort this week before I can even consider it, but yes, all things being equal, we can be twins :drinkup:

[Mom]

I love this place. I have 2 people that I trust implicitly helping me out with this "project". One is going to inspect and appraise, and the other is going to check its service history for me.

I have planned a road trip :blip:

Maha is telling me to keep my feet on the ground...

:gob: Imagine, the chance I may be able to purchase the coolest little bike in the world :woohoo:

[Ocean1]

Maha is telling me to keep my feet on the ground...

Tell him to shut up and sign the cheque.


I have planned a road trip :blip:

Let me know if you need anything else down here eh?

[Mom]

Let me know if you need anything else down here eh?

I am SOOOOOOO excited.

Last year sucked on a level I hope I never experience again. This year has started out in a really, really lovely way, and looks like it may improve :sunny:

Fingers crossed things go my way this coming week. Then there is nothing to stop me.

I have not been this energised since I dont know when!

[nallac]

No, but all things being equal I will be doing just that soon. I need to get it looked at first, and I need to sort some small financial issues out :pinch:

Its real preeeetty eh?

its a really nice looker Mom....

And don't worry about the common Buell faults, its not so bad having a nice rest on the side of the road....

[Mom]

its a really nice looker Mom....

And don't worry about the common Buell faults, its not so bad having a nice rest on the side of the road....

Resting is what I do best. Road side? I will just have to invest in some roadside furniture, that packs down into Maha's Ventura pack :dodge:

[NZsarge]

....those come after an agreed/accepted price negotiation...:yes:
There a couple of XB12 Lightenings in at Anza, one of them is new. Candy red and candy blue.

They're the manufacturers and Ventura is their registered trademark (tm).
Fark eh, ya learn somethin' new everyday, cheers.

No, but all things being equal I will be doing just that soon. I need to get it looked at first, and I need to sort some small financial issues out :pinch:

Its real preeeetty eh?
If you think you're in with a shout at getting it, get excited about it, that half the buzz of it all!

I am SOOOOOOO excited.

Last year sucked on a level I hope I never experience again. This year has started out in a really, really lovely way, and looks like it may improve :sunny:

Fingers crossed things go my way this coming week. Then there is nothing to stop me.

I have not been this energised since I dont know when!

Nice to hear things are on the up for you Anne, you deserve it and I hope you get the bike you want. I asked the nice gentleman behind the parts counter at Anza (Andrew) if Ventura make a kit for the bike you're looking at and he confirmed they do but I see Ocean1 has you well looked after.

[Mom]

Nice to hear things are on the up for you Anne, you deserve it and I hope you get the bike you want. I asked the nice gentleman behind the parts counter at Anza (Andrew) if Ventura make a kit for the bike you're looking at and he confirmed they do but I see Ocean1 has you well looked after.

The guys at ANZA are fantastic :yes:

I hope I get the bike I want too :yes:

It is close...

[short-circuit]

I am SOOOOOOO excited.

Last year sucked on a level I hope I never experience again. This year has started out in a really, really lovely way, and looks like it may improve :sunny:

Fingers crossed things go my way this coming week. Then there is nothing to stop me.

I have not been this energised since I dont know when!

Good luck with the deal mom. Fingers crossed for ya.

[Mom]

If you think you're in with a shout at getting it, get excited about it, that half the buzz of it all!

I know, and I am VERY excited :yes:

I am a realist. There is a counter to the coolness.

I could also be pissing in the wind :dodge:

Kay-si-rah :rofl:

[NONONO]

Cant find a link, or too fkin lazy to look for one. Show me the bike.
Good luck boss, make it happen.

[nallac]

Cant find a link, or too fkin lazy to look for one. Show me the bike.
Good luck boss, make it happen.

This one.
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports/auction-353077546.htm

[Mom]

Good luck boss, make it happen.

Thank you 3NO's. The mere thought I may be in a position to own this baby...

[DMNTD]

This one.
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports/auction-353077546.htm

Ahhh yes...a petrol powered vibrator :niceone:

[Mom]

Ahhh yes...a petrol powered vibrator :niceone:

giggidy, giggidy :blip:

[Ocean1]

Ahhh yes...a petrol powered vibrator :niceone:

If 100Hp @ 6000Hz don't do it then I don't know what will.

[Maha]

Damn!....now I want one......:facepalm:

[Maha]

Most excellent news, the biggest box of all has just been ticked.
I shall let Anne explain when she gets home....:woohoo:

[Ocean1]

Ahhh yes...a petrol powered vibrator :niceone:


Damn!....now I want one......:facepalm:


Most excellent news, the biggest box of all has just been ticked.


Beg pardon? :blink:

[Mom]

Beg pardon? :blink:

Unfortunate choice of words really.

All I need now is a favourable report from my good friend J2 regarding condition etc, and it will be mine! :sunny:

That hopefully will be by this time tomorrow, and then an offer will be made. Fingers crossed for me, I am one VERY excited Mom at the moment that is for sure!

[blackdog]

Unfortunate choice of words really.

All I need now is a favourable report from my good friend J2 regarding condition etc, and it will be mine! :sunny:

That hopefully will be by this time tomorrow, and then an offer will be made. Fingers crossed for me, I am one VERY excited Mom at the moment that is for sure!

wooohooooo

(will this make you 1/2 harley rider?)

[Mom]

wooohooooo

(will this make you 1/2 harley rider?)

You know I fell in love with this bike 4 years ago, and have been totally enamoured with Buell for I dont now how long. I never for a moment thought I would ever own one, let alone "the one".

Then they announced they were no longer making them and I knew it would never happen.

For everything to fall into place like this is so amazing! I can not wait!

I may have to investigate some hard luggage though - come in Ocean 1 :lol:

The tank is transparent plastic, I dont want a tank bag to spoil the look or the finish. Ugly pack rack thingy...

[blackdog]

You know I fell in love with this bike 4 years ago, and have been totally enamoured with Buell for I dont now how long. I never for a moment thought I would ever own one, let alone "the one".

Then they announced they were no longer making them and I knew it would never happen.

For everything to fall into place like this is so amazing! I can not wait!

I may have to investigate some hard luggage though - come in Ocean 1 :lol:

The tank is transparent plastic, I dont want a tank bag to spoil the look or the finish. Ugly pack rack thingy...

not sure if anyone does any specific hard luggage for it that i can think of (except OEM):(

these look good tho

http://www.twistedthrottle.com/trade/productview/921/475/

[Ocean1]

I may have to investigate some hard luggage though - come in Ocean 1 :lol:

Hope I didn't get your hopes up too much. I have a pair of std Buell hard panniers you can have for naught, but they've both got broken latches. Latches cost $80 each, and I think the new ones are a bit tougher.

You've still got to buy a Buell pannier rack for it, and that's likely to push the budget over that needed to buy a complete pack rack system from Mr Dold. If you want the panniers they're yours, someone may have the time and skill to rebuild the latches.

Luck with the negotiations.

Edit: look at some hard Buell luggage before you decide, it makes for a seriously fat arsed Buell and one needs not to forget they're there when in town...

[Madness]

I may have to investigate some hard luggage though ..... Ugly pack rack thingy...

I would have thought that you'd already have access to the ultimate in Buell luggage accessories, the mighty CB1300!.

I had a similar experience of everything "falling together" for me and my current bike this time last year. It's awesome fun but watch out for the temptations for blingage and the subsequent evaporation of all monies :shit:

[Scouse]

You know I fell in love with this bike 4 years ago, and have been totally enamoured with Buell for I dont now how long. I never for a moment thought I would ever own one, let alone "the one".

Then they announced they were no longer making them and I knew it would never happen.

For everything to fall into place like this is so amazing! I can not wait!

I may have to investigate some hard luggage though - come in Ocean 1 :lol:

The tank is transparent plastic, I dont want a tank bag to spoil the look or the finish. Ugly pack rack thingy...Mmmm Triumph Mmmm speed triple Mmmmm.
Mmmm Buell Mmmm Lightning Mmmmm.232300 And they are Mine Mmmmmm.

[Madness]

Mmmm Triumph Mmmm speed triple Mmmmm.
Mmmm Buell Mmmm Lightning Mmmmm. And they are Mine Mmmmmm.

Is the rego on the Buell a personalised plate?. It doesn't seem to make sense to me if it is but mind you I don't speak "northern".

BTW, I'm jealous. You bastard.

[blackdog]

Is the rego on the Buell a personalised plate?. It doesn't seem to make sense to me if it is but mind you I don't speak "northern".

BTW, I'm jealous. You bastard.

not personalised

after 99ZZZ they rolled over to A1AAA

[Madness]

not personalised

after 99ZZZ they rolled over to A1AAA

Thanks for that. I looked at the pic again after I posted and was starting to worry that it read as "arse jockey". I've met Scouse and he sure as fuck aint one of those.

Sorry Mom, back on topic.

Mmmmmmmmmmmm, candy!

[Scouse]

Thanks for that. I looked at the pic again after I posted and was starting to worry that it read as "arse jockey". I've met Scouse and he sure as fuck aint one of those.

Sorry Mom, back on topic.

Mmmmmmmmmmmm, candy!

Now that you mention it the 5 does make it read that way fookin the shame of it all I'm going to have to see about changing that plate now

[Maha]

I would have thought that you'd already have access to the ultimate in Buell luggage accessories, the mighty CB1300!.


That I can deal with, problem is, I have the Buell bug now....:facepalm:
(or a speed triple)


Mmmm Triumph Mmmm speed triple Mmmmm.
Mmmm Buell Mmmm Lightning Mmmmm.232300 And they are Mine Mmmmmm.

You my friend have the perfect garage.

[davebullet]

Mmmm Triumph Mmmm speed triple Mmmmm.
Mmmm Buell Mmmm Lightning Mmmmm.232300 And they are Mine Mmmmmm.

out of interest - do you have a thread somewhere comparing them - virtues and pros and cons and all that?

[Mom]

Hope I didn't get your hopes up too much.

No, not really, I have tried to keep level on this the whole way through. I HATE the thought of wearing a back pack, I am a girl and I have "STUFF" that I need to take with me. Lunch being the most important :yes: Hmmmmmm, ventura website here I come :yes:


I had a similar experience of everything "falling together" for me and my current bike this time last year. It's awesome fun but watch out for the temptations for blingage and the subsequent evaporation of all monies :shit:

Yepper, I am hearing you loud and clear :yes:


I have the Buell bug now....:facepalm:
(or a speed triple)


As long as you can install luggage appropriate for my/our needs...

OMG :gob: OMG!

Standing by for my independant report...

[Mom]

Mmmm Triumph Mmmm speed triple Mmmmm.
Mmmm Buell Mmmm Lightning Mmmmm.232300 And they are Mine Mmmmmm.

Oh deary me...

We really will be twins, though I will have to be the little sister :facepalm:

[nallac]

That I can deal with, problem is, I have the Buell bug now....:facepalm:



oh how they turn...........

Just thinky Mom ,by next weekend it could be all yours.........................

[Mom]

Just thinky Mom ,by next weekend it could be all yours.........................

I am actually trying NOT to think about it thank you very much :angry:

And yes, I agree :drinkup:

[nallac]

I am actually trying NOT to think about it thank you very much :angry:

And yes, I agree :drinkup:

Oh sorry, so i shouldn't mention the Hot Buell on trademe that'd be just right for you then?...

[Scouse]

out of interest - do you have a thread somewhere comparing them - virtues and pros and cons and all that?Sure I can sum it all up for you very concisely and it goes like this, Corse and Smooth. but both very likeable

[Maha]

Trademe question?
This bike started out asking $10K...once a Wellington friend gave us a very detailed appraisal, the words..'or near offer' were added. Two offers have now been made. The second offer was a very reasonable 'or near offer' offer.
She said no, and now the price has changed yet again to $11500 or near offer.
Question is....is this within the trademe rules?...its not an auction, just a listing.

Edit...Question answered.

[Maha]

In all honesty, I think (no I am sure) the w650 is off list. We saw/heard one yesterday at Ngatea...:facepalm:

[Mom]

We saw/heard one yesterday at Ngatea...:facepalm:

:sick: :puke: :shutup:

[NONONO]

Was behind a guy on a Bonnie all day on Sunday..blew me away...hell of a rider...looked stock.:shit:

[short-circuit]

Was behind a guy on a Bonnie all day on Sunday..blew me away...hell of a rider...looked stock.:shit:

Was probably me

[NONONO]

Nope.
When I find out his name again I'll let you know....never seen better.