Welcome Donna,
You will truly love the Triumph. Mine is an '02 cardinal red with 47,000 miles (i slowed down on the daylong cruises this year after the Georgia Rally due to working and some monetary redirection). Please tell your husband that these are not the Triumphs of old, as far as maintenance. I had to tinker with my old British bikes constantly, but I was pretty rough on them. These are almost bulletproof. Seldom do you hear of anyone touching these gorgeous machines other than customing and initial performance improvements. Mine has really not had a wrench touch her, except for the routine maintenance and my tweaking.
My wife is still amazed at how many compliments we get almost every time we stop for petrol or food. Our Harley friends get a look of jealousy when our bike gets all the attention at get togethers and group rides. My Harley of choice would be a RoadGlide, then I'd sell it & get a Triumph RocketIII.
Seriously, learn just a little Triumph history and study their current models, because whenever you stop for a fillup, someone's gonna be there, telling you what a beatiful bike you have and about their neighbor's first cousin who had a '67 Triumph Tiger and........ the compliments and stories go on and on.
If you don't have to buy locally (which is what I did), call Southern Power Sports in Chattanooga. They sell Americas for about $6950 (out the door). Alabama_Al bought his there I think. Of course if you have a good dealer locally - use them.
These are wonderful motorcycles - pick out a color and ride it. Be sure to check out the Speedmaster, as the ergonomics may be a better fit.
I look forward to meeting you at the Georgia rally in May.
Please tell your husband that his chopper is totally welcome. This group of great brothers and sisters might make him want a Triumph too. There is a wealth of knowledge here, and it doesn't take long to become an expert yourself.
Let us know about your new ride.
