 2 new wheels to add to the community
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Hey guys-
Thought I would introduce my self and thank everyone associated with this website for helping me through my new (slightly used) purchase. I pick up my 2004 British Racing Green TBA this weekend. Almost completely stock at the moment w/ 1900 miles and looks like it has been rubbed on with a diaper for 4 years wile never seeing the light of day. This thing is mint, and got a good deal…2 sets of bags, shorty OEM pipes, and some extra chrome as well. Have long been infatuated with good old British engineering….Dad had a couple of BSA’s in the ‘60’s…I had a ’67 MGB roadster as a daily driver for about 5 years between ’99 and ’04 then moved on to a Land Rover….
Been looking to get back on two wheels for a while now, so there really was no question which direction I was going when I started the search. Just can’t get away from the classic styling and British quirkiness!
With that, you guys have helped me get my winter project planned….Pipes, freak, and carbs…this thing needs to get a lot louder!!!
Anyone in the greater Charlotte, NC area up for a ride soon, give me a shout.
BTW first post ever on any forum on any site….bear with me while I learn the ropes!
John-
And as we wind on down the road...Our shadows taller than our souls...
04 TBA -BR Green
A/I removed, Bellmouth, K&N, long slashes
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Learned Hand
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Congrats on the new ride. I think I live close enuff to you that we may cross paths sometime. Look forward to it. 
Howbeit when He, the Spirit of truth, is come; He will guide you in all truth:
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Welcome and open up that wallet becuse for the next few years it will be your best friend......you will now also be best friends with Eddie and Brent and an opening cast of hundreds. The guys in here are a friendly lot even if they do speak a quaint dialect of English ...only us Scots truely can pronounce our ars..... if offered Jaffa cakes the common response is yesssss these can be traded for shiny bits with the more addicted members of our group. Oh and enjoy the bike they are really something different ...... 
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Loquacious
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Welcome to the club. And congrats on your new ride. British Racing Green
Arsenalfan. AKA Mark Able
Seller of fine automobiles.
Jaguar, Land Rover, Porsche of Chattanooga
423-424-4000
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Welcome aboard! You probably know by now that you are really going to have a problem staying off the bike long enough for it to cool down so you can work on it. 
Let's hope there's intelligent life somewhere in space 'cause it's buggar all down here. -- Monte Python
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Thanks for all of the quick responses. I look forward to conversing with all in the not so distant future. I am sure i am going to have some questions along the way
John-
And as we wind on down the road...Our shadows taller than our souls...
04 TBA -BR Green
A/I removed, Bellmouth, K&N, long slashes
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Should be Riding
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Should be Riding
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Welcome! 1900 miles on an '04.... what a great find!
Soren
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Learned Hand
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Great to meet you!!!!! Welcome!
Learning from my mistakes... again and again.
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Welcome John, "Be prepared to open the wallet"
Ray(UK)
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Mine's an '04 and had 1600 when I bought it...but that was in '05...hahaha.
-neight
2004 Triumph Bonneville Black
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Fe Butt
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Welcome standingbuffalo. Me know you'll have heap big fun on new bike!  (you got'em maybe squaw who ride on back of new bike too?)
Yep! Just like a good Single Malt Scotch, you might call me "an acquired taste" TOO.(among the many OTHER things you may care to call me, of course)
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Check Pants
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Check Pants
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welcome!! but you forgot the pictures of the bike.
SOLD: 07 Black BA, 39mm FCRs, TPUSA stage 1 head, TPUSA 813 cams, TPUSA 10.8:1 pistons, TTP #3 igniter, Specialty Spares Long Cannons, Tsukayu Hard Bags. 82HP/55tq
NEW: 19 Goldwing Tour DCT
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trying for pics...if i can figure it out 
John-
And as we wind on down the road...Our shadows taller than our souls...
04 TBA -BR Green
A/I removed, Bellmouth, K&N, long slashes
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Welcome aboard. There's a long standing dispute about which color is faster but I can attest that Green is the loveliest color... 
A positive attitude may not solve all your problems, but it will annoy enough people to make it worth the effort. Herm Albright (1876 - 1944)
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Fe Butt
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Fe Butt
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Gotta admit I've always liked the looks of BRG and tan. Those colors just seem to compliment each other, don't they?! Looks classy there, Ed!!! 
Yep! Just like a good Single Malt Scotch, you might call me "an acquired taste" TOO.(among the many OTHER things you may care to call me, of course)
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John....welcome from another newbee! I live in Mint Hill and purchaced my 07 TBA from Motorcycles of Charlotte just a few months ago. Let me know when you would like to get the kick stands up and I would be happy to ride with you.
Enjoy your new ride...
"Dream as is you'll live forever...Live as if you die today"
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old roadie,
love the tan, and those pipes look awesome in black. I love chrome but those are sweet...the light bar is on my wish list too...
now if i can learn to put up a pict like that i will be good to go
John-
And as we wind on down the road...Our shadows taller than our souls...
04 TBA -BR Green
A/I removed, Bellmouth, K&N, long slashes
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str8up,
i will tm you soon for a ride
John-
And as we wind on down the road...Our shadows taller than our souls...
04 TBA -BR Green
A/I removed, Bellmouth, K&N, long slashes
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Fe Butt
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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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3/4 Throttle
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I would be unstoppable if not for law enforcement and physics.
2002, Cardinal Red & Silver
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Welcome aboard John. This really is a great place!
2005 America, green/gray, gutted stock pipes, tall sissy bar w/ luggage rack, Saddleman's dual touring seat and Tourmaster saddlebags (and sissybar bag).
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Standing Buffalo , go over to the "what's in a name " thread and 'splain this Buffalo thing . Go ahead , now .
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Welcome John. the guys here are alot of help that is for sure. I have asked questions and all ways got good input. I have learned the advice is better than I get at the shop.
Black 04 sm freak AI removed TORs 152 jets
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Quote:
Have long been infatuated with good old British engineering….Dad had a couple of BSA’s in the ‘60’s…I had a ’67 MGB roadster as a daily driver for about 5 years between ’99 and ’04 then moved on to a Land Rover….
Well, you're going to be sorely disappointed then. These bikes have very little oil leaking problems, don't vibrate; and ol' Joe Lucas seems to have been exorcised (mostly  )
Contra todo mal, mezcal; contra todo bien, también
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copied from Triumph RAT.net..... http://www.charlotterat.com/.... The Charlotte's Riders Association of Triumph welcomes all riders to come join us on the great roads of the Carolinas. Sponsored by Motorcycles of Charlotte, we regularly hit the North Carolina mountain twisties, take local day trips, or take excursions to motorcycle events in the region. Feel free to drop us a line if you are coming our way - we are always looking for reasons to ride! Monthly meetings occur at Big Ben pub in downtown Charlotte - 6:30 on each 1st Thursday. Local "Eggs and Bikin'" runs occur each 3rd Saturday - 8:00 from PJ's restaurant in Matthews. Contact Pack Leader Scot Dail at 803-493-1398 <engineer@iname.com> for more info. ALL bikes and ALL riders are welcome - regardless of make or afilliation! Charlotte RAT
Last edited by Picasso736; 06/13/2008 6:28 AM.
George
Freelance Observer
07 BA with 605's, engine dresser bars, and cheap saddle bags.
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Having the Land Rover, I am pretty familiar with the “open your wallet routine.â€
What I can’t get a handle on yet is this whole reliability, no oil leak thing…bizarre
Thanks for the info on the club. I work down town and get to Mac’s every week for lunch…I am sure we will see each other soon.
John-
And as we wind on down the road...Our shadows taller than our souls...
04 TBA -BR Green
A/I removed, Bellmouth, K&N, long slashes
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