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Discussion in 'Newbies Hangout' started by Andyman, Aug 12, 2025.

  1. Andyman

    Andyman New Member

    Aug 12, 2025
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    Guys,

    Just a quick hello to everyone here. I've been a bit of a backroom boy and have used the forum for some time. The forum has been invaluable in researching, etc on all thi gs Triumph.

    For my sins I have a 2010 Sprint ST1050 which I have used to tour Wales and Northern Spain (Peco's mountains).

    Cheers,

    Andy
     
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  2. Andyman

    Andyman New Member

    Aug 12, 2025
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    Is there an issue with this request or does it normally take more than 24 hours to get approval?

    Regards,
    Andy
     
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  3. Andyman

    Andyman New Member

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    Have I been approved yet as I'm not being offered some reward for posting???
     
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  4. Bikerman

    Bikerman Life's not a dress rehearsal.
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    Greetings from Lincolnshire.
     
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  5. Andyman

    Andyman New Member

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    Bikerman,

    Many thanks for your welcome, I was struggling to work out the joining protocol.

    Cheers
     
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  6. Boothman

    Boothman First Class Member

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    Hi and welcome to the forum :cool: please do post a photo of the bike
     
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  7. joe mc donald

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    @Andyman Welcome to the family. The sprint is a great bike. Do tap the upload a file button bottom right and let us all see the bike.
     
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  8. Markus

    Markus Crème de la Crème
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    Hi there!
    Welcome to the forum! ;)
     
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  9. Andyman

    Andyman New Member

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    Cheers guys and thanks for the welcome. A quick pic just before heading off yo the peco's mountains back in 2022

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  10. joe mc donald

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    @Andyman Great bike or should i say black beauty. They tend to be a favourite here. Thanks for sharing the terrific picture
     
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  11. Helmut Visor

    Helmut Visor Only dead fish go with the flow
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    Hi Andy :cool:
     
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  12. Wessa

    Wessa Cruising

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    Hi and welcome….
     
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  13. MICK LEONARD

    MICK LEONARD Well-Known Member

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    Hi Andy and welcome
     
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  14. Baza

    Baza Elite Member

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    Welcome to the forum. Many very knowledgeable members on here who are always willing to share pearls of wisdom.
     
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  15. Andyman

    Andyman New Member

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    Cheers guys and thanks for the welcome messages.

    I've already used the site in the sly for info and tips.

    Regards,
    Andy
     
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  16. Rob the Scott

    Rob the Scott Active Member

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    Hi Andy! Pretty bike you have there! Do you have a pillion on the back? You seem to have plenty of space behind the rider, perhaps for additional luggage? I have a 2011 Sprint GT1050, and always notice the longer wheelbase compared to the ST. I assume the shorter wheelbase translates to better maneuverability in the corners. Probably a noticeable advantage in the mountains! I suspect that you have also saved a bit of weight vs the 590 pounds (267 kg) of the GT. Less weight means greater ease around the parking lots and slow places, no? My other bike, a 2013 Trophy SE at 662 pounds (300 kgs) is a bit of a beast to push around, especially with my long-suffering bride on the back!

    Do post photos of the mountains! (as you can see from my image, they are a favorite venue)
     
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  17. Mrs Visor

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    Hi and welcome!
     
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