Gretsch,

I Started out with a Suzuki Bandit 600cc. I thought it was ace, then the wife and I decided to get a newer bike, so I shopped around. Initially I had my eyes on a Kawasaki VN... in the same shop that I went to see the VN they had a range of Triumph's... as soon as I saw the America it had to be mine. I've had it for about 3 months now and I'm enjoying every minute of it. Don't let the engine size put you off... it's all in the wrist I'm 36 and look cool on my TBA... I know this because everybody looks at me as I ride past. You won't regret your purchase mate...enjoy!