No test rides; but I will get to see them.
2010 Thunderbirds to be in Daytona Beach
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No test rides; but I will get to see them.
I'll be interested in taking a look at it when it hits the showroom, but it's not a model that appeals to me.
If I didn't already have the H***a CB900F I could see myself with a Street Triple. I already have the T100 and that's the only model I really lusted after. That will do it for me.
If I didn't already have the H***a CB900F I could see myself with a Street Triple. I already have the T100 and that's the only model I really lusted after. That will do it for me.
I am just not a cruiser guy - but for long trips, it is appealing.
I would like to get close to one of them :y18:
[quote author=CarlS link=topic=3491.msg22874#msg22874 date=1233173635]
I am just not a cruiser guy - but for long trips, it is appealing.
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I thought the same thing until I took my America on a few road trips. The feet-forward position and short suspension travel wrecks my back. Difficult to tie tent, sleeping bag, duffel bag, etc. on that little, curved rack while on sidestand. Will the new Thunderbird come with a centerstand? After recovering from my recent job change and a few other things, I'll be looking for a good used Tiger, Concours, ST 1300, or something similar.
Edit: May make the pilgrimage down there just to visit Demo truck and test ride a couple of bikes. Mapquest says 3 hours 53 minutes by car, so its probably only 3 hours by bike. Carl, will you be off crutches by then?
I am just not a cruiser guy - but for long trips, it is appealing.
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I thought the same thing until I took my America on a few road trips. The feet-forward position and short suspension travel wrecks my back. Difficult to tie tent, sleeping bag, duffel bag, etc. on that little, curved rack while on sidestand. Will the new Thunderbird come with a centerstand? After recovering from my recent job change and a few other things, I'll be looking for a good used Tiger, Concours, ST 1300, or something similar.
Edit: May make the pilgrimage down there just to visit Demo truck and test ride a couple of bikes. Mapquest says 3 hours 53 minutes by car, so its probably only 3 hours by bike. Carl, will you be off crutches by then?
Carl, you lucky dog !!!! I want a full report ! Especially as to the difference in "wow factor" between the chromed out one we have so many pics of and the standard version. Assuming of course they have both on display.
On a side note, this is funny....someone actually started a dedicated forum for the Tbird... http://www.thunderbird1600.com/csp/thunderbird/Index.csp
On a side note, this is funny....someone actually started a dedicated forum for the Tbird... http://www.thunderbird1600.com/csp/thunderbird/Index.csp
That new forum seems to be jumping the gun a bit, but whatever floats your boat :ya2:
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[quote author=CarlS link=topic=3491.msg22874#msg22874 date=1233173635]
I am just not a cruiser guy - but for long trips, it is appealing.
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I thought the same thing until I took my America on a few road trips. The feet-forward position and short suspension travel wrecks my back. Difficult to tie tent, sleeping bag, duffel bag, etc. on that little, curved rack while on sidestand. Will the new Thunderbird come with a centerstand? After recovering from my recent job change and a few other things, I'll be looking for a good used Tiger, Concours, ST 1300, or something similar.
Edit: May make the pilgrimage down there just to visit Demo truck and test ride a couple of bikes. Mapquest says 3 hours 53 minutes by car, so its probably only 3 hours by bike. Carl, will you be off crutches by then?
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Lon, I am off the crutches now; but still in the aircast. I expect to be in the aircast two more weeks and then graduate to a brace. Once I am in the brace, I can ride two wheels. I will drive Mae Lyne's hack rig from St Pete back home today. With it I don't have to put my foot down for balance and risk twisting my ankle. Once we get out of the Tampa area and all of the Super Bowl traffic, I will drive her truck left footed and give her the chance to ride and practice out of the congestion.
We had to have her hack remounted because the mechanics at the Triumph shop did not dismount it properly. He screwed up the toe in and camber. It is all set up again for us.
I will ride in the hack while she drives the rig over to Daytona. Let me know what days you are coming; we can definitely meet. I look forward to seeing you.
[quote author=CarlS link=topic=3491.msg22874#msg22874 date=1233173635]
I am just not a cruiser guy - but for long trips, it is appealing.
[/quote]
I thought the same thing until I took my America on a few road trips. The feet-forward position and short suspension travel wrecks my back. Difficult to tie tent, sleeping bag, duffel bag, etc. on that little, curved rack while on sidestand. Will the new Thunderbird come with a centerstand? After recovering from my recent job change and a few other things, I'll be looking for a good used Tiger, Concours, ST 1300, or something similar.
Edit: May make the pilgrimage down there just to visit Demo truck and test ride a couple of bikes. Mapquest says 3 hours 53 minutes by car, so its probably only 3 hours by bike. Carl, will you be off crutches by then?
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Lon, I am off the crutches now; but still in the aircast. I expect to be in the aircast two more weeks and then graduate to a brace. Once I am in the brace, I can ride two wheels. I will drive Mae Lyne's hack rig from St Pete back home today. With it I don't have to put my foot down for balance and risk twisting my ankle. Once we get out of the Tampa area and all of the Super Bowl traffic, I will drive her truck left footed and give her the chance to ride and practice out of the congestion.
We had to have her hack remounted because the mechanics at the Triumph shop did not dismount it properly. He screwed up the toe in and camber. It is all set up again for us.
I will ride in the hack while she drives the rig over to Daytona. Let me know what days you are coming; we can definitely meet. I look forward to seeing you.
Nice going Carl, but be careful. All it takes is for you to trip or lose your balance and you will be set back many weeks.
Yes, I darn sure do not want a set back!!
Just take it easy Carl :y18:
You know, i keep saying how well received this bike has been even with all the naysayers because so many people have put deposits on them. it just struck me that another bit of proof is that link i posted. How many bikes have you see generate enough excitement well before they arrive for someone to start a website dedicated to it?!!!! It's crazy.....people are really looking forward to this bike like nothing i've seen so far, yet all those so VERY rabid naysayers told me i was full of _____ in no uncertain terms over at RAT. To them i happily say I TOLD YOU SO!!!! Now just wait till it arrives and then you can eat my...............
DUST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :ya2:
DUST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :ya2:
