I have found reliability to be very good. Don't have as many miles on my bike as some others here, but so far no problems. My issue with some of the Japanese bikes out there is that they use lots of chrome plated plastic. The Triumphs have a few bits and pieces, but not engine covers, fender supports. etc. Go look closely at all the bikes you are considering and tap the surfaces to see if they are metal or plastic. Some people don't really care, but I prefer my engine covers to me made from steel or aluminum.
