Got The Wife A Present!

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  1. Vulpes

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    #1 Vulpes, Apr 16, 2021
    I was initially looking for a second bike for two up touring, but swmbo stated she'd rather ride herself. Lessons start tomorrow. She expressed an interest in a street triple, and I spotted a good deal on one. So off I went today to have a test ride. What a great flickable little machine! Quite different from my speed - it takes quite some revs to get it really lively, but I reckon that's a good thing for a novice. The bike's a 2007, and absolutely mint. So the deal was done... o_O
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    #2 Ducatitotriumph, Apr 16, 2021
    Excellent bike and idea!
     
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  3. Vulpes

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    #3 Vulpes, Apr 16, 2021
    Cheers! I really enjoyed that test ride - She's going to have fun with that bike!
     
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    #4 andyc1, Apr 16, 2021
    And a perfect match to your gorgeous speed! She'll enjoy that :)
     
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  5. Dougie D

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    #5 Dougie D, Apr 16, 2021
    nice one :cool: how long do you reckon before she sits her test?
     
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  6. Vulpes

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    #6 Vulpes, Apr 16, 2021
    First practical test (vehicle control) 31st May, theory (knowledge of traffic rules) 18th may... fingers crossed, she's studying hard!
     
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    #7 Sandi T, Apr 16, 2021
    That is terrific, Vulpes! You can tell your wife that another woman rider is exceedingly happy and excited for her. :) And I have to say that the two bikes together make a smashing pair--just like the two of you. :heart_eyes: Please keep us posted on her testing progress and I'll keep fingers crossed and good vibes going for her successful passing of all components.
     
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  8. Vulpes

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    #8 Vulpes, Apr 16, 2021
    My lovely wife was most impressed - and excited! And she thanks you for the good wishes! She can't wait for it to arrive. We'll keep you posted! :kissing_heart:
     
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  9. Adie P

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    #9 Adie P, Apr 17, 2021
    WP_20190406_13_07_45_Pro.jpg The best of wives deserve the best of lives!

    Mrs. Vulpes is a lucky lady. :)
     
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    #10 Vulpes, Apr 17, 2021
    I've been looking all over to find a white seatcowl like in your picture - but to no avail...:worried:
     
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    #11 joe mc donald, Apr 17, 2021
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    Good on you the good lady deserves to be spoilt and hope to see her out there soon with the rest of us lunatics. My street goes really well and scares the life out of me at times but is a beautiful beastie.
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    #12 Vulpes, Apr 17, 2021
    Cheers Joe, yours is a beauty!
     
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    #13 Vulpes, Apr 17, 2021
    First lesson...
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    #14 Adie P, Apr 17, 2021
    I'll keep an eye out for one on your behalf! :)
     
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    #15 Vulpes, Apr 17, 2021
    That would be highly appreciated!
     
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    #16 Adie P, Apr 17, 2021
    PM sent.
     
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    #17 BonnieCat, Apr 17, 2021
    That’s awesome Wim I bet she’s so excited.
    My first Triumph was a mk1 Street, and I have a paddock stand for it which I don’t use or need. You are welcome to have it if you don’t already have one.
     
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    #18 BonnieCat, Apr 17, 2021
    Looks great in white Joe. Mine was a black one
     
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    #19 Vulpes, Apr 17, 2021
    That'd be brilliant Nikki! I was just this afternoon looking for one on the web...
     
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    #20 BonnieCat, Apr 17, 2021
    It’s yours.
     
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