Like to add my own two cents here. Before I go any further I would like to say that I do like having a Brit bike and like the history and tradition stuff as well as any one. Now I also bought my bike because of the style and performance. The only thing I would add is I don't understand these six year old hissy fits on where these bikes are or not made. Compairing this situation to Jap bikes is a rather week arguement too. The reason I have a Triumph instead of a Jap bike is because of Triumph's unique style. I really could give a frigg where these bike are made. So as long as Triumph makes reliable motorcycles that are affordable and they keep their unique style they will still have my business.