I'm A Patriotic Newbie

Discussion in 'Newbies Hangout' started by Spikidave, Dec 2, 2020.

  1. Spikidave

    Spikidave New Member

    Dec 1, 2020
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    Hello,

    After many years of running Rice burners, I thought it was about time I became Patriotic and bought British. So now have an (02) 955i Sprint ST.
    First impressions are good, not had it out of the garage yet, a bit of fettling to do first.
     
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  2. dilligaf

    dilligaf Guest

    Hi mate and welcome
     
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  3. Octoberon

    Octoberon Crème de la Crème

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    Welcome to the forum.
     
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  4. darkman

    darkman Crème de la Crème

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    Hi n welcome :)
     
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  5. Sandi T

    Sandi T It's ride o'clock somewhere!

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    Welcome to the forum, spikidave. Enjoy that Sprint! We'd love to see a photo or two.

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  6. JtC

    JtC Elite Member

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    Welcome!
     
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  7. steve lovatt

    steve lovatt Something else

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    Welcome to the forum :cool:
     
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  8. Tiglet

    Tiglet Vintage Member

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    Hello and welcome to the forum :)
     
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  9. joe mc donald

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    Welcome to the family. The sprint 955 in my opinion was the best all round model they made and most definitely fits the sports tourer exactly. Do hit the upload a file bottom right corner and show of the beast. One big point is they need the services as and when.
    Joe.
     
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  10. Spikidave

    Spikidave New Member

    Dec 1, 2020
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    Wow,

    Thanks one and all for your very warm welcome. I'll take a pic or two tomorrow and show you my new toy.
    Someone may found that I've bought their old bike.

    Spikidave
     
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  11. David Cooper

    David Cooper Triumph Rocketeer.
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    Hello and welcome to the forum Dave.

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  12. Spikidave

    Spikidave New Member

    Dec 1, 2020
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    Here it is, naturally, it's in the fastest colour . I can't get it out the garage as the back wheels off. I'm replacing the rear brake pads, dismantling and relubing the swing arm linkage and of course, changed the oil. Always the first thing I do when I get a new bike. It gives a good indication of the engine and gearbox condition.
    The design had been well though out, it's so easy to work on.

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  13. Tigcraft

    Tigcraft Unheard of Member

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    And another late welcome in the madhouse
     
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  14. figwold

    figwold First Class Member

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    Welcome Dave. Look forward to seeing more of the Sprint:cool:
     
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  15. Wessa

    Wessa Cruising

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    Hi and welcome.....
     
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  16. Damien

    Damien Recovering sportsbike addict
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    Welcome Dave.
     
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  17. joe mc donald

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    Yes great machine and you are right the best colour got to be fast in that blue. What exhaust are you running. My last sprint I had Jack Lilleys Spray it in the TVR chameleon blue pearl can't remember the name now but did that sprint get some comments. I love them. Thanks for sharing you gave me a great big smile again two tonight one fro you and one from Sandi T.
    Joe.
     
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  18. Rich Bryce

    Rich Bryce Dead Eye Dick

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    Welcome aboard Dave. Enjoy the ride and stay safe.
     
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  19. Spikidave

    Spikidave New Member

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    It came with a Werx exhaust, it has removable baffles, but sounds the same whether they're in or out. Just awesome
     
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  20. Dartplayer

    Dartplayer Crème de la Crème

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    Hi Dave and welcome to the forum :cool: great blue, best wishes on getting her out to ride
     

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