I don't totally agree with Triumphs actions but this is not the end of RAT.
I have seen this on the cards for some time but Rat is all about the "riders".....i.e. "Riders assoc. of Triumph" and honest dealers are the one who should be encouraging more localisation of the runs and rides.
I don't know about you lot out there but I was NEVER going to be in line for one of the major "Raids"... very much cost prohibitive! But will still go to the factory on days and visits as a RAT member.
But am still Very keen on supporting local dealers and co-ord local runs. There is no real need to see this as the end of RAT just a regrouping on a more local level.
Things can change, we can only hope and pray for continued support from Triumph for the LOCAL Packs.
We have to be very carefull not to cause more problems by "Dissing" RAT and broadcasting comments like " RAT is finished" One way to loose all HQ support is to talk ourselves out of help, so keep on registering and going "LOCAL" RAT.
I still love the bikes and the marque and possibly always will.
This may only be an indicator of Triumphs climb higher into the major league ........ there is no company H.Q run Honda, Suzuki, Kawa and so on club so while we still have SOMETHING special as well as a great bike lets support the packs LOCALLY.
Just my two penneth!!!!
Cheers, Mike
