Greetings From Texas

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  1. Capone_BR

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    Hello all,

    I have just traded in my 2006 Harley Sportster Custom that I had since 2014 for a 2022 Triumph Speed Twin. It was a great ownership with no issues but felt like I was outgrowing the Sporty and wanted something lighter and more nimble that would allow me to improve as a rider.

    I am happy to report that I have enjoyed every one of the first 200 miles (320km) that I put on just this past weekend alone.

    Looking forward to keeping up with the community.

    Cheers!
     
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    Howdy and welcome from Houston! Congrats!
     
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  3. Ducatitotriumph

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    Hi there Cbr!
    Welcome in and a great choice!
    Please upload a pic so we can see your ride!
     
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  4. Capone_BR

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    This was taken yesterday in downtown Grapevine, TX

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    Hi and welcome; great photo!
     
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    Welcome @Capone_BR

    Being a fan of heavy metal, I’m wondering just what is that beast behind your (very nice) bike?
     
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    Welcome to the family. What a fantastic photo. I love it. That is a nice bike you have. The inmates here in the asylum do like Black one of the favourite colours.
    Joe
     
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  9. Cyborgbot

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    Many thanks.

    Here’s some more information.

    https://www.steamlocomotive.com/locobase.php?country=USA&wheel=2-8-2

    And

    https://www.steamlocomotive.info/vlocomotive.cfm?Display=1199

    Oh, and this…


    https://locomotive.fandom.com/wiki/Southern_Pacific_No._771
     
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    Helmut Visor Only dead fish go with the flow
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    Howdy Capone_BR :cool:
     
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    Hello Capone.

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    Welcome from a damp, dreary not-so-Bonnie Scotland. Fancy sharing some of that Texan warm weather?
     
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    Howdy!
     
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    Fall here is great and today was a pleasant 20ºC but so so windy! I'll always share some of the TX heat, especially in the summer when it gets too hot.
     
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    Hi Capone_BR and welcome to the forum :cool: really enjoyed to seeing your ride in such a great pic :p
     
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