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I am a noob about to take the 'MSF' course to determine if riding a bike is for me. In the meantime, I would like to ask a question or two in regards to Triumph motorcycles. So, before you guys flame me please keep in mind that I am REALLY GREEN!
Most all of the folks my age (39) in my neighborhood own Harley's and suggest that I need to purchase one for the following reasons. THEY own them and state that Harley's ride with Harley's. Two, there is a decent market for used should I decide to sell. Three, there are MANY Harley dealer's in the Nashville, TN area and that I would not find difficulties finding parts, accessories, etc. Four, because it is a Harley!
Well, I typically am not one to follow mainstream. For example, I use a Macintosh laptop. I own an electric GEM car to roam the hood instead of a golf cart. My wife and I both drive Mercedes Benz vehicles, and the list goes on. So, I was attracted to Triumph because I don't see a whole lot of them out there and thought that it would fit somewhere in between the Japanese and Harley branded bikes. Can you owners please tell me if my thinking is logical, illogical, or way off base? Why do you all out there own Triumph motorcycles and what can you tell me about them compared to the other bikes out there on the street? Please, your feedback is important to me as I am trying to do my research. Oh, and another reason why I am attracted to Triumph is that the price point is VERY ATTRACTIVE. Why are they so attractively priced? Is it just that Harley's are OVERPRICED?
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I think history would be a good start. Triumph is the oldest bike builder, one year older than Harley. Triumph in the late 50s to early 60s pretty much dominated the market. They were cool before folks knew what cool was. Brando, McQueen, Dylan, etc. rode Triumph. Hunter S. Thompson thought Triumph was art with wheels. It goes on an on.
Fast forward to today for cool.
Japan Inc. bikes don't break. They run forever and are not expensive. Problem is everybody has one, they have no soul. I can't explain more than that, you just have to feel what I am saying or you will never get it.
Harley shares a very similar history with Triumph. Choppers, bad boys, 1% etc. Only problem is, now everybody has to have one. Their demand makes them pricey. Their drive lines also make them pricey with belts instead of chains, great welds, good chrome and paint etc. Down side: The 1200 Sportster and the V-Rod are fast good performing bikes. The rest are very slow for the displacement. Again they all look alike and everybody has one.
Triumph is a little P-twin that goes pretty fast for its size, has great retro lines and sells for a little bit of money. Anybody over 30 from a few blocks away knows you are on a Triumph. They draw a crowd, they have history, they have a soul, and they don't require a 72 month loan to own.
They have horrible resale losing about 30% in a year then they stabilize. Your Triumph will keep up with all your friends and when parked the citizens will walk past the Harleys to ask you about that great looking Triumph. You will make your friends crazy.
Triumph is just cool, you just want it. You really don't own it, you are just its caretaker. It has its own personality.
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Well, resale value is important for Harleys, because most Harley owners tend to sell them eventually. And if I'm not mistaken, that "benefit" of owning a Harley has been rapidly fading away ever since the market for Harleys has reached a saturation point. I'll wager a guess that the majority of Bonneville America owners keep their bikes. Triumph cruiser owners tend to become a lot more fanatical about their bikes.
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Welcome to the site. I bought my first bike last year ~~ the last 05 Bonneville America our local dealership had in stock. I bought the Triumph for the spiritual dynamic ~~ being a pastor I thought I would throw that in. The real reason I bought a Triumph was the heritage. I wanted a bike with a history but not a Harley. I ride with a Harley Road King Classic and a BMW 1150 ~~ both very nice bikes. But I like my Triumph. A couple of weeks ago I was stopped at a stop light when a biker on an old Harley pulled up next to me. He said, "Now there is a bike!". The light turned green and he was gone.
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Don't be another face in the crowd. Buy the better engineered bike. Buy the bike that runs better and handles better. Buy the bike that you will never grow tired of. Buy the bike that is great for around town or around the world. Buy a Triumph Speedmaster.
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1 The Triumph will not only keep up but in most cases out run the harleys. 2 They hold resale value much better. I have an 04 Speedmaster and I can sell it now for almost what I paid. The same can't be said for Hardley. 3 You can do tons of mods and still have less money invested than a Harley with no mods. 4 Be different nopt one of the crowed. I have been riding Triumph for almost 30 years and they are accepted anywhere you want to go and in most cases draw the attention because its different. People will say things like "haven't see a Triumph in years" or " Cool bike" " what year is that" Etc.. Very well made bikes now a days too. I ride very hard and run straight pipes, jetted carbs, high flow air filter , etc.. and I have almost 11,000 on my bike and hasn't missed a beat I hear guys with 50,000 on them saying the same thing. Harleys are WAY over priced!! Triumph is also a much older make than Harley the first Triumph was about 1883 (just a bicycle with a motor adapted to it) Actual production started about 1901. When I bought mine the payments if you go that route were like $99 a month but I paid mine off in a couple months.
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2 They hold resale value much better. I have an 04 Speedmaster and I can sell it now for almost what I paid.
Ya think so? I'm skeptical after watching evilBay and the classifieds here. Unless you're righting off a bunch of accessories. Don't get me wrong, I love my bike, but they don't hold their value like a Harley (used to).
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To look at the used market, there are SO many Harleys for sale, it makes you wonder why So many are for sale. Add in that you will NEED a dealer for their frequent mechanical needs, and parts are readily available, as they HAVE to be.
Triumph is a bike brand that is unique, carries the performance and cool cache ( look to the movies, from the Wild Ones to McQueen flicks to Mission Impossible ). The bikes handle quite well, are comfortable, and the performance is always refreshing ( not a lead sled ).
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I had the same exact struggle 5 years ago when I purchased my America. I looked at everyting I could. Honda, Yamaha even Harley. I looked into it much the same whay you have, seeking out people who have them. The best part, NO ONE HAD ONE! When all was said and done I found a smoking deal on a brand new Triumph. Their was no dealer in my state at the time and the people I bought it from lost the Dealer license for carrying too many brands(or something). They had like 10 triumphs in their back room collecting dust. I saw Lucy and it was love at first sight. She has NEVER let me down and I will have her till I die. I am looking at adding a second to my barn. I could afford more expensive bike but I'd rather have my Triumph.
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For me it was the fact that in the 70’s I rode a Bonnie. It may not have been able to out perform some of the models of the day but it could out handle them all. Over the years I have had many other brands and models but it always felt like something was missing. The day I saw the Speedmaster I just knew this was it. On the first ride I just knew I had come home.
Make no mistake the Speedmaster is no slouchier as I have pushed my one up to 117 mph two up fully loaded with no problems. You also need to look at what Triumph has achieved over the past years having the triple motor voted as motor of the year and the Daytona voted bike of the year.
As a lot here have pointed out it has soul heritage and a history of its own. It also pulls crowds this you will find out soon enough if you go this way.
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Well what can I say after all the comments already, other than most of us think very much alike. You see, as has been said the metric (japs) do the job but. Then there is the Harley. Obviously, you must have made it if you own one of them, not really but you can fool a lot of people out there. Then there is the Triumph. Heh, what is that? Once you do some more research you will probably (if you haven't already) come to realise just how special these bikes from heaven (actually GB - for now anyway) are. They are different and that's a bonus but it's how they look and feel where the magic comes in. Then you can do some changes (all with the help of your buddies here to help you along the way) just to suit you're own tastes thereby even further individualising YOUR bike. And can I tell you, the feeling you get working on you're bike and then seeing and riding it afterwards is something really special. One other thing, you'll notice that there isn't a lack of assistance or advice coming your way after asking a question. I don't know what it's like on other forums with different bikes but I do know that everyone here appreciates everyone elses bike and you will always be in good company if you have a question or a problem. Good luck in you're research.
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LOL You can only get a fraction of the cost of a Hardley back these days. Even if you do manage to keep it running that long. I don't plan on selling mine but the dealer I go to sells them left and right for almost the cost of a new bike. He just sold an 03 custom for almost $7,000. That 03 was ridden hard too. Sporty is worth about $5 at that point realisticly a sporty is worth about $2500 to $3,000 at that point any more than that and you got ripped off. Like a Hardley used to...depends how far back ya wanna go. I bought the pan I used to have for $500 at the time a Bonnie was about the same price. There are too many copies and clones and look alikes out there. It has hurt Hardley resale I have several friends who own shops if you don't believe me you are welcome to ask them. Those rediculous Titans and Ultra cycles you can't give awy to anyone who knows anything about them.
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I don't know about holding up to the bikes of the day. Take a look at land speed records and flat track and sidecar racing in the day and you will see Triumph at the top of the list. Look at hill climbing today and again the OLD Triumphs are still placing 1st through 5th.
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Triumph have the very latest in engineering and produce a bike that runs, handles straight out of the bag and looks very, very cool at doing so.
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Hi Guys,
This is my first post here also, and I was going to ask the same question too.
My situation is slightly different - I ride a BMW R1150RT. It's a wonderful bike, full of character and just like triumph, is different to most. I don't fit into the demagraphic for this bike (i'm 36) and as such i cop heaps of flack about what I ride.
My reason for joining here was because I too, am thinking of going over to a Triumph America or Speedmaster and wanted to know all about them too.
They are a different bike, have a unique sound and are not harleys, and thats what is so appealing to me about them.
Without changing the topic and pinching the post, I'd appreciate some advice from anyone riding a Triumph who came from the touring camp or BMW brand.
Swish2mac , From what little i know and have seen here in Australia - Triumphs are the unsung hero of the cruiser population - If i could own 2 bikes, there would be one in my stable.
Regards,
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First, let's deal with the far east imports. Japanese bikes tent to run very well for a few years. Then they fall apart, you toss them in the nearest rubbish bin and never miss them because they have slightly less personality than a clothes dryer. Many have serious stability problems which highly practiced riders can turn to their advantage. Styling ranges from the bazaar to blatant Harly copies.
Harley: Mechanically sound design. These bikes have long had a reputation for being infinitely rebuildable because of the design and parts availability. There are many over 60 years old that are daily riders. All the electric bits are imported from Japan. Naturally they won't be sending their best parts to their main competition so, not surprisingly, most Harley problems are electrical. Handling varies from one model to the next and ranges from decent to majestic. Harleys tend to be expensive and parts for them are usually expensive. One advantage is that the frame geometry is such that you can make some rather radical modifications without hurting the handling. One very big disadvantage is that you will need a tracking device at most motorcycle functions to figure out which one is yours.
Triumph: Impressive engineering, these bikes are designed to last. They have made a special effort to minimize the number of far eastern parts, buying locally as much as possible. Handling is very good and very well behaved. This is the only bike of its size that is good natured enough for a first timer. At a motorcycle related event, you can spot your bike from several blocks away by looking for the crowd of admirers. While not likely to set any world records without some modifications, the Bonneville derivatives are able to keep up very well in a group ride and can reach the speed limit on any public road in the US without straining. In fact, there are many larger bikes that can't catch the Triumph twins. And yes, they have personality. Triumphs are much like an old friend that you can rely on.
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If you want a nice bike that handles great, easy to work on, easy to customize, doesn't cost a bundle, is quick for it's displacement and looks great. You won't be disappointed with an America or Speedmaster. They stand out in a crowd. They're not chick magnets though. They're old guy magnets and every old guy that ever owned a Triumph will regale you with stories of his youth. Welcome BA.COM where Triumph's rule and Harley owners drool.
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Scott, here is why you buy a Speedmaster. The year was 1985. You weren't one to follow the crowd. You dressed how you wanted and didn't care what others thought. You wore that leather jacket, worn out Levis and a Misfits t-shirt. You were against the system, sometimes going out of your way to show it. You were an anarchist. You weren't part of any clique. You were your own individual person that didn't give into peer pressure. You had friends that felt the same way you did, but you all encouraged each other to be yourself. Sometimes you went out of your way to show that it was cooler to be your self instead of like the preppies that all wore the same shirts everyday. You drove that '68 Plymouth Valiant because it was a really cool car because it wasn't the same Camaro or mustang that everyone else had and you could beat it to death if you wanted too. While all the trendy stoner rockers forced each other to listen to Ratt and Motley Crue, the jocks listening to 38 Special and Van Halen spending $30 a ticket to see one band in a boring concert, you spent $5 at the Indian Center to see five bands at a time like Black Flag, Dead Kennedy’s, GBH, D.R.I., Adrenalin OD, The Meatmen, Agent Orange, The Angry Samoans in an atmosphere of freedom to what you wanted, when you wanted. If it was mainstream, you almost didn't want anything to do with it. You knew what was genuinely better, even if it wasn’t popular. Funny thing is that here it is 22 years later and you may be that same anarchist punk, the only things that may have changed is the haircut and paycheck.
Or, I could be completely wrong, in which case, buy the Speedmaster any way and show those Harley guys a thing or two about freedom of choice, freedom to be yourself, and freedom to get the best even if it isn't the trendy thing to do.
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Triumph has a rich history and storied tradition that rivals Harley. In fact Triumph is the only bike they will respect outside Harley. Of the size class cruiser the Speedmaster and America is in the upper end on power and second to none on style and uniqueness. The bonnies have even more kick. I do like the Sport bikes as well and to me Triumph looks the best of them all and has been kicking but on the track as well. For me it was the style and uniqueness of the P-twin that won me over. If you go with any Triumph you will get a well made machine that will constantly turn heads.
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"THEY own them and state that Harley's ride with Harley's."
Yecchhh, I would buy a Triumph on this statement alone!!!!!
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I was considering a Harley but my friend bought a RK (Road King). His recent attitude alone makes me want to stay Triumph. I can't imagine he just came off a yamaha and honda in the past year hearing him talk about his "real bike". LOL too funny.
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Triumph owners have a cooler forum website to hang out on (THIS one) than HD. 
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You can fit 2 cars and a Triumph in the same garage. 
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Most Triumph owners don't feel obligated to have a 'Triumph' logo branded on everything they wear to show everyone else what they ride - or WANNA ride. This leaves more disposable income to spend on bits and pieces to customize your bike. 
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HD owners = Lemmings (In fact, I just may start referring to HD riders as 'lemmings.')
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Triumph owners have a much easier time finding their bike in a crowded parking lot on 'bike nite.' (It's the one with a crowd around it.) 
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Philbie,
It took me 6 bikes in 5 years to find the one the fits me...a 2004 America. My previous two bikes were BMW (R1150R and R1150RT). I bought the RT because I thought it would be comfortable for long distances...which it wasn't...for me anyway. The America is comfortable (with Corbin seat), sounds good (with aftermarket pipes), and gets a lot of compliments. I can ride long distances in style. The BMW didn't have any of these traits, although ABS was nice and it was easier to clean. As far as comfort, everyone is different. I didn't think a cruiser would be better than a RT...but it is for me. If the RT is comfortable for you, then take a good long ride on a cruiser to see if it fits.
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a h.d.dealer ask me the other day "why didnt you buy a h.d.?" my answer was, you show me an h.d. with 120000mi on it that has never had engine work done and i will buy it!! his response, "you know that aint gonna happen" well i have a 72 Triumph that has, and there are people on this web page that have 50/60 and even 70k on their bikes that have never done anything more than routine service. good enough for me. h.d. just a name!!!! ask most why they bought h.d. and usualy the response is "its a harley" thats the only answer they got. ask me why i bought Triumph and i hope you got 20min cuz i will tell ya.....drives my wife nuts hahahahahahahahaha
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What kind of response do you expect from a site dedicated to Triumph owners? I bought my TBA new in 2003. Paid around $7,900 out the door. Have added $3-$4,000 in mods. STill costs less than a new dyna or softail. If money isn't the issue, go with your heart. Ride Safe, and hope to see you on the road (with a Trump). Ryan
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Looks like you touched the button here all right.
My personal motorcycle pursuit began about two years ago. I was looking used and lots of bikes would have made me very happy. I had pretty well narrowed in on Harley but had trouble parting with $12k. I wanted to only spend $5-6, which put me into a Sportster. Many of the Harley owners I know look down on Sportsters(Gir’ls bike)
I’ve heard all the talk about Harley resale value, but what I found was that there are a ton of Harley’s on the market but not so many of those actually sell. They are just always “For Saleâ€Â.
I bought a “Cherry†Speedmaster with 3,600 Miles for $5,200. I’ll ride it either till the wheels fall off or I get tired of it. If I do tire of it, I might sell it and possibly loose a grand or so. But I’m having a bunch-o-fun for what I’d consider a modest investment.
Day before yesterday a guy on a Harley pulled along side and his comment was “Now there’s and old oneâ€Â. Yesterday a van full of young chicks stopped next to me and gave me “Nice Bike†kudos.
Gotta a feeling I’ll be fending them off!
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They're not chick magnets though.
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Not ORDINARY chick magnets.... Classy, intelligent, courageous, beautiful, discerning chick magnets. Right ladies?
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I don't know if its been said or not but the resale on the HDs aren't that great. Sure it can resale for 10-12, but it cost 15-20 for a "big" twin or a sporty will sell for 3-5 that cost 7-10 new. The triumph I have seen sell for 4,500-6, and cost 7 new. Sure their is plenty more aftermarket for the HDs, but I can't think of a part that I wanted that wasn't available.
And really doesn't every HD look pretty much the same? Black and chrome, wow thats original, oh you added the "live to ride, ride to live etc, never seen that before.
The only problem with the speedy is you can't go anywhere and not have people ask you about it.
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They're not chick magnets though.
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Not ORDINARY chick magnets.... Classy, intelligent, courageous, beautiful, discerning chick magnets. Right ladies?
A few extraordinary chicks BUY them, but none of them walk up and talk to GUYS who ride them. It's the only frustrating thing about the bike - it's a sausage magnet. Crusty old wrinkly guys keep coming up to talk about the bike. 
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Most all of the folks...in my neighborhood own Harley's and suggest that I need to purchase one for the following reasons. THEY own them and state that Harley's ride with Harley's.
This right here should put up a red flag. Real riders don't care what you ride, just as long as you enjoy yourself.
If you can, take out all of the bikes you are interested in and buy what you like. Whatever the marquee.
John
Like a dog on a car ride with my tongue in the wind
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I ride Triumph 'cause that's what my first bike was and I never got over it.
Triumph just kept calling me back.
Don't know about the Harley crowd in your neck of the woods, but the Triumph gets immense respect around here.
Could tell lots of good stories, but 'nuff said.
Said Molly to James, that's a fine motorbike.
Richard Thompson
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I am a noob about to take the 'MSF' course to determine if riding a bike is for me. In the meantime, I would like to ask a question or two in regards to Triumph motorcycles.
Most all of the folks my age (39) in my neighborhood own Harley's and suggest that I need to purchase one for the following reasons. THEY own them and state that Harley's ride with Harley's. Misery loves company. But seriously; real motorcycle enthusiasts don't care what you ride.
Two, there is a decent market for used should I decide to sell. Not as much as they'd like you to believe.
Three, there are MANY Harley dealer's in the Nashville, TN area and that I would not find difficulties finding parts, accessories, etc. True, but do you have a Triumph dealer nearby (or an independent bike shop)? If you can change your own oil, you've got enough mechanical skill and along with the pointers from this site, you'll do OK.
Four, because it is a Harley! And that's important why? I've always wondered if the folks sporting the decals and clothing really ride or just want to be perceived as something else. To me, unless it serves a purpose, it's just a Halloween costume.
Well, I typically am not one to follow mainstream. There's your answer!
I was attracted to Triumph because I don't see a whole lot of them out there and thought that it would fit somewhere in between the Japanese and Harley branded bikes. I agree. And your Triumph won't be instantly obsolete in a couple of years when the latest, greatest Asian clone is introduced.
Can you owners please tell me if my thinking is logical, illogical, or way off base? Oh, and another reason why I am attracted to Triumph is that the price point is VERY ATTRACTIVE. Why are they so attractively priced? After riding for more than 35 years, I was willing to spend more to get what I wanted. This was just a bonus!!!
Is it just that Harley's are OVERPRICED? Some people will pay anything to feel like they're part of a crowd. Sad, that they have such low self esteem.
Let us know which new Triumph you choose!
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It wasn't comfy for long rides? I was actually debating buying a big BMW for the really long camping trips. I was thinking for towing a trailer too since I don't wanna put a hitch on the Triumph. Thing is I would want my Triumph once I got there so not sure if it would get much use anyway.
I learned all I need to know about life by killing smart people and eating their brains.
Eat right ,Exercise ,Stay fit, Die Anyway!
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Like I have said before , I have been dealing with the same dealer for close to 30 years. I bought my Speedmaster for $5,900 with pipes already on it and AI removed and he changed the seat to make Wendy more comfy. That bike had 700 miles on it in june of 05. It now has almost 11,000 trouble free miles on it.
I learned all I need to know about life by killing smart people and eating their brains.
Eat right ,Exercise ,Stay fit, Die Anyway!
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Dude...buy what you like, because it feels right under you, because you just can't consider riding something else, because you love it, If thats a Harley great...if its a Victory so be it, is it that V-Star cool...just buy whatever you buy because of the above and not because the commercial's are cool, or the image is cool, or because your pals all have XXXX brand, ride what you like...go test ride some...then decide...but I think you've got enough info now to squelch your Triumph's aren't relaible fears!
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