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Some awesome motorcycles. I love the chrome Royal Enfield and the army green one.
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I didn't like the chrome Enfield, but I liked all the rest, especially the red one. Too bad they don't have a good rep.
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RE has quite a few variations on the theme. Good retro look to those bikes. And the Norton, well... I just want one. It would be soooooo cool to ride one!
I'm curious... did Triumph have a strong presence at the show? They must have... Southern Ontario is a huge market.
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I'm curious... did Triumph have a strong presence at the show? They must have... Southern Ontario is a huge market.
You know what Keith, they didn't. GP bikes had a Triumph display which was the smallest of the group. There were no "official" Triumph reps there, just GP Bikes people (who were very friendly and courteous). They did have a 2011 Sprint GT and an 800XS but that was it as far as new models. They did have a good representation of the 2010 Bonneville models as well as the Speedy, America and Thunderbird. I was disappointed that the 2011 Speedys and Americas weren't there to look at and sit on. Wanted to see the new look up close. There were no Thunderbird Storms or any Rocket models on display. I was hoping to see/purchase some of the new accessiories for the new models but there was nothing available.
I'll post some pics of the Triumph and Victory models displayed.
They had a great BMW display including the new 1600 six cylinder Sport Touring model. What a beauty. Ducati and Victory were out in force as well as Harley, Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki and Yamaha.
In my opinion the Triumph section did draw some of the biggest crowds. People were amazed with the look of the Bonny and Cruisers. A number that I spoke to were disappointed in the chain drive. One couple I spoke to were each sitting on a Speedy and America and like the bikes especially the price but said they wouldn't buy them because they didn't want to change chains out every 10000 kms. The majority of people don't realize that you can go many 1000s of kilometers/miles on an Xring chain.
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I WANT A NEW NORTON !!! but I have not the money  P.S. I for one prefer chain over shaft OR belt.... chains in my experience are solid, reliable, "checkable" (i.e. visual inspection" and in case of failure ( as experienced with a belt and shaft) can be "duct-taped" together and ridden home, if a problem with the shaft or belt, well, it was 2a.m. in the middle of no-where and that was the last shaft drive I've owned ! 
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I do dig that Commando! Thx for the pics.
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I would like that Norton myself. I have to say I have changed my mind about the Tbird. I sat on one at Hermy's last week and kind of like it. Wendy absolutely loves it. I still don't like the belt drive or exhaust or rad. The small fins are OK on the jugs in person. I still like my SM better but would add a Tbird to my collection if the opportunity presented itself.
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Yep, wait till ya ride the bird. 1700 if you get a chance.
you'll quickly come around
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Looks like Norton means business. SERIOUS BUSINESS! 
And you may see me tonight
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I too could easily be swayed to a Norton for my stable. They have a serious looking machine by todays standards and yet retain the old skool charm. Its a winner. As far as the Teabird goes... well I am more of a steak and eggs kinda guy, not big on rice. 
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One last question Greg... how about Indian? I didn't see any picture of them in your posts so I'm guessing they didn't show up?
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Love this, I'd swap my America for this Norton!!!
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One last question Greg... how about Indian? I didn't see any picture of them in your posts so I'm guessing they didn't show up?
You're right Keith. None on display.
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That new Norton would look nice next to my old Norton(after I fix her up,that is!!) 
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Noton 961 $18,000 base price USD.
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 This one's a fair bit more than $18K, but I'd take either!
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I'll have one of each thanks and could you wrap them seperately? Wow serious droool.
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I like how they kept that distinctly Norton timing cover.
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One last question Greg... how about Indian? I didn't see any picture of them in your posts so I'm guessing they didn't show up?
Indian should be at the New York MC show in January.
I love the classic look of the Royal Enfields,  but they're just too small for me.
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Just thought someone may be interested in some stats and prices of the new Norton 961... Norton 961
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I'm starting to get real excited about the new Nortons. The further along they get with this venture the more optimistic I become that the company will really take off. Best I can do for now to support the company is buy a t-shirt, but at least I got a piece of the action!!! 
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I'm starting to get real excited about the new Nortons...
Better quell that excitement there cowboy. 
Remember how excited girls made us back in the day?
And how much THAT excitement cost in the long run! 
Yea. 
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"Lighten up, Francis."
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Are they still $36k?
Ah, "only" $25.6k US.
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This one's a fair bit more than $18K, but I'd take either!
Now THAT's pretty!
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I was hoping to find the new Norton segment from Cafe Racer, but I did find this. Not bad, even if in French. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=65g7qxckNKYStill don't think I'd trade in the TBA though. I prefer my laid back cruiser.
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Im no expert in French but I am pretty sure he said that this Norton was similar to the Triumph Speedmaster's superior performance due to its black paint job.
Nice bike but it definetely needs an exhaust with a rumble, that sewing machine sound would drive me nutz.
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