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Ahhh Carl Rosners were sort of my local dealer as I lived right next to Gatwick airport in 79 when I was new bike shopping went to Rosners as they had a few new 850 Commandos in stock silver ones but they wanted a hefty premium for them which is how I ended up buying the new T140E from Read Bros of 814 High Road Leyton E10 London for the sum of £1,705 ( have a copy of the receipt here). My real local was T Northeast in Horley a Honda dealer at that point but was originally British bikes Tom who started was a salesman for Redhill Motorcycles until he went out on his own his two sons Rex and Leon ran it when I was getting into bikes. Dad dealt with Tom at Redhill when buying a sidecar for his bike in the 1950's

I have had few bikes compared to your tally.

Plezier

 

I went to Bulldog Suzuki for my last bike after years of Triumphs.

 

You've probably had more Triumphs than I've had bikes of any and all makes!

It's so easy to get wound up about these things, and you know I was pretty fed up with my Speed 400 episode, but bear in mind that it'll be fixed, you'll be back on the road enjoying your Trident 660, and this will all just become another motorbike story to tell!

 

If manufacturers decide to move assembly to the other side of the world then they should be prepared to airfreight spare parts as a matter of urgency if they don't hold stock in the UK. I don't see why parts cannot be procured within a week or so.

 

They should use Temu

 

Wow Joe, that’s one hell of a journey with Triumph.
Not many people can say they’ve ridden that many models across so many decades — you’ve basically lived through the brand’s whole modern history.

I get why the Trident 660 issues would leave a sour taste, especially after so many good memories with the older bikes. When you’ve been loyal to a brand for that long, any disappointment hits harder than it does for the average rider.

But honestly? It also sounds like you’ve had some incredible experiences — and met some genuinely good people along the way. Chris Power, Bulldog Triumph, Jack Lilly’s… not everyone gets that kind of support network.

Whatever you decide next — sticking with Triumph or trying something totally different like the RE 650 — you’ve earned the right to choose whatever brings you peace and enjoyment. After a lifetime of riding, that’s all that really matters.

Wishing you smoother roads ahead, mate.

 

Sounds awesome — you’ve had some real gems over the years. Those old photos and that VHS are gonna be a fun trip down memory lane.

 

I am selling my additional bike, a BMW R1250 RS. In the future I will only ride my beloved Rocket R 3 Storm. Therefore I ordered the original luggage system at my dealer.

Good bye BMW!
If some is interested, feel free to contact me.

 

We just knew it.

I am trying to arrange viewings on a couple of bikes in the city that is only about 40km away They are Suzuki's not Triumphs Intruder 800's to be exact I like the look need to get close sit on them and figure out if the weight is low enough down to make it easier for me .................... or not.

In the meantime we look forwards to seeing your back slipping toy.

Plezier

 

Nice bike Joe, you are a lucky man.

 

Of course it didn't last . Congratulations, @joe mc donald I hope you enjoy your new bike when it arrives.

 

Lovely bike, @joe mc donald, and one I have a feeling you're going to be very happy with.