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Hello everyone,
I'm new here and would like to get opinions on comparing these 2 motorcycles. Have had a 1998 Suzuki Marauder VZ800 for 7 years (but only rode 2200 miles) and just got a 2002 Triumph America (only rode 20 miles so far). Thought the Marauder was great, but have already found the America to be faster, smoother and overall very "cool". Water-cooled vs air-cooled, Triumph slightly bigger/heavier, better brakes on the America and smoother transmission on the America. Has anyone compared these bikes? Anyone owned both and what did you like/dislike about both? Any assistance would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.
2002 Bonneville America
Cardinal & Silver
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Worn Saddle
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Welcome to the site. There is no comparison. One is an English born and bred fun machine, with 100 years of history and lore, and built in good looks and styling, brimming with coolness and distictiveness. The other is a Japaneese, disposable motorcycle.
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Stickman Yogi
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Pretty much no contest... and well said Rich.
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I tend to agree also. 
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Loquacious
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Wow, Rich. That was like the debate scene in the movie "old school". What else is there to say? 
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Steelheart- '03 Speedmaster Black/Yellow
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Ride it 20 more miles and you'll wonder why you asked this in the first place....
..... ''BUT THATS WHAT THE PEOPLE LIKE TO READ ABOUT.....UP IN AMERICA'' Jimmy Buffett
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As you put on more miles, you will find the Triumph has so much personality you will probably start talking to it. Japanese bikes, on the other hand, tend to have somewhat less personality than an electric dishwasher.
Let's hope there's intelligent life somewhere in space 'cause it's buggar all down here. -- Monte Python
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My buddy has a Marauder, and its currently in my garage. His bike is a 2000 I believe, and my Speedy is a 2003. I don't like his bikes riding position too much, but then again, I can't really remember why...I have only rode it a couple times. He has had some issues with the carbs, but thats not the bikes fault...just gotta ride it more. The Marauder seems sluggish to me though, both in engine power and handling. The bike to me feels like it doesn't want to turn, and it is VERY low. Just my thoughts....
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Should be Riding
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Should be Riding
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I don't understand the question. The two bikes you want compared are one that you owned for 7 years, and another that you currently own You can be the one to answer your own questions, and then let us all know how much more you like the Triumph. Now, what you really need to do is, in the immortal words of Queen, Get on your bike and ride! 
Always remember to be yourself. Unless you suck. Then pretend to be someone else.
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You drive 300 miles per year. Does it really matter?
Have fun with the Triumph, hope you decide to ride more.
I try to aggravate one person a day. Today may be your day.
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Quote:
You drive 300 miles per year. Does it really matter?
But really, how have you seriously only ridden 20 miles on the America?
Always remember to be yourself. Unless you suck. Then pretend to be someone else.
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I rode my a little over 50 miles the day I got it, and the high that day was 35F 
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This is a really odd post. I think they aren't telling the truth about something. Just a suspicion
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Quote:
I rode my a little over 50 miles the day I got it,
I rode 150 miles on the day I picked up the 09... 
Gina
03 America - Pretty stock - except the TBS wheel... 
06 America - missing, presumed in bits. With it's TBS wheel... 
09 America - It's very blue....
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Should be Riding
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Should be Riding
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I rode 240 miles on the way home from buying mine 
Always remember to be yourself. Unless you suck. Then pretend to be someone else.
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I trailered my 05 home, and haven't rode it yet! 
And you may see me tonight
With an illegal smile
J. Prine
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Should be Riding
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Should be Riding
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Maybe you need to leave the Kwak in the garage for one of those nice sunny Florida days!
Always remember to be yourself. Unless you suck. Then pretend to be someone else.
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Well, for right now, with the rain season and humidity, the "Florida days" are B.S. (much like my previous post )
And you may see me tonight
With an illegal smile
J. Prine
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