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I think the one that is closest to what you want and least expensive to change the parts over to what you like about both.

I am up to newbie status now. I am still looking to beat that freakin bothersome 1200 sporty that my bro. owns!!!

Greetings one and all from rainy Seattle, Washington!!

I'm a newbie rider (I don't count moped, mini-bikes, and the like from my youth), completed the Basic Rider class, was planning on buying a Yamaha until my brother, the hard core biker, got me looking again at the Triumphs. I considered the Triumphs briefly before, but figured the Yamaha would be better because it has a bigger engine and Yamaha is better known. OK... I was misguided, I admit it.
However, I have seen the light and am planning on getting an America with the blue/white colour scheme in late June, after I finish a big job o'seas. I've spent the past few months reading this forum and trying to figure out my priorities in mods. Obviousy the AI has to go ASAP. I'll probably switch to a more respectable, but not too obnoxious, set of pipes at same time. I'm thinking TOR longs, but still reading up on Bubs and T-bikes. And do something with the airbox. I am interested in the Freak as well, but I don't have alot of tools/space on hand to do it myself, may have to let dealer do it. That or just keep original airbox for now.

After that, with some riding practice, I'll get a wind screen/lowers. Then I'll start with the little things such as oil pressure gauge, clock, kneepads, tall sissy bar, bags, etc.

I'll probably have more questions once I actually have the bike in late June. I'm just trying to decide on dealer. Neither local place has really impressed me. The salesman in Lynnwood told me he had an 06 SM, but couldn't figure where the ignition key went for the America when he went to fire it up. He was looking around up by the speedo.
The showroom America, at dealer in Issaquah, had loose screws on the left brake handle assembly. I sat on the bike and started tightening the assembly by hand.

If anyone from the Seattle area can recommend one dealer or the other, please let me know.

Anyway, I like all the good intel on this site and hope to contribute what and when I can.

Hi all!
Chopperpaul here, I am a lurker because of my weak typing skills. This was my identical twin brother's favorite web sight and he posted all the time. Sadly my brother (Counselor) passed away two years ago today. He and I built custom bikes together and won many trophies at shows with our many builds Harleys,Nortons,B.M.W.s,etc and of course many Triumphs. I thought he was nuts when he sold his two year old Harley to buy a brand new Speedmaster in '03.(He kept his multi show winning '72 Bonnie chopper). He loved his speedmaster and I knew I had to keep it
when he passed,increasing my collection to seven customs in my garage.
I have just finished some radical changes to his bike in anticipation of a 1st place trophy at the Mass British Iron Association anual spring show in the Hinkley class. I'll post some photos soon and let you all know how I do at the show.
Cheerio,(that's what you guys say,right?)Paul

Bob,
Welcome to the forum. Sending you a PM.

The blinds are drawn,lights are dimmed,wife is asleep,Lola is resting in her bedroom,and I search,and scroll,and respond,and........lurk,yes,I confess,it's much better to be reticent and be perceived less than intelligent than to stroke a few misguided keys and remove all doubt.Wade,rider of Lola for 2 years now,and have an undying passion for motion,wind and British metallurgy.

Very sorry to hear of Kevin's passing. I am honored to have his SM right side cover plate on my bike. He sent it to me years ago. It will never come off...

Dave,
Had I known about the Guzzi California before I bought my Speedmaster it may have been near the top of my list too. But, I've settled in with the Speedmaster and glad I did. The forward controls are nice and like you said it just feels right.

Yes im a stalker !!
hi im Craig Jones from Western Australia. have had this site in my favs for a while. Was to order a 07' Speedie, but while waiting them to come out i found a 01' TBird i couldnt resist!!!
So may have to wait for the 08' Speedie (or for the Mrs to leave)
To All the regulars, Thanks for the great input and the many years worth of advice that on these pages. its priceless!!!

Any rumors yet on the 08' Speedy?

Hey Paul,

I think I met you and your brother in the summer of 02 on a ride from Shrewsbury down to Hooters! My first summer with the bike, and it got all the attention cause it was new VERY sorry to hear of his passing! And if it is you, then I have seen that bike and it is GREAT! And loud I hope to make it up to the BIA show next weekend with a bunch of the other folks from here to meet you!! See ya then.

Veni, vidi, lurki...
"I came, I saw, I lurked".

I'm just lurkin' along.

just found this thread.

Hello everyone,

greetings from Ipswich, Suffolk, England

Hello Nick, nice to have you on board

I read (lurk) around a bit, but I'm a little leary to take away the time and space of some members who display an uncanny Digital Verbosity Prowess (DVP).

Been lurking for about a month now. About the same time I picked up my 07 America. 700 miles later I can't believe I went 15 years since my last bike. Greetings to everyone.

Hello all,

Been lurking for a long while soaking up all the good info.

I have a few questions I'll be posting in the future.

I have a '05 Speedy..Black.

EDG

Thanks to many on this site for all the info, been lurking for over a year. Put almost 12k since January 06 on my BA-been riding since '76 - BA is the best bike I've owned. Does anyone modify the Triumph touring seat adding a rider's backrest? I want a nice looking backrest that looks professional like the seat was made with the rest as an option-like Triumph should offer. Thanks!

My name's Harry and I've just got back into riding after a thirty year break. At easter I bought myself a 04 speedmaster and I'm loving it. She's basicly a stock machine bar after market pipes ( very similar to the thunder bike pipes ) and I've just done the air bleed removal kit. I"ve joined up here pretty much to pick up lots of info as I hate not knowing wot I'm up to.
cheers

hey settle grettle nothing wrong with the yellows one's lol
after all the colour is refered to as"racing yellow"
then again maybe its lightning yellow one of them any how

Actually you can take my signature as a bit of tongue in cheek. Black is my favourite colour, both my car and truck are black, and when I bought my bike I did so with the idea of respraying the tank to black.
However now that I have lived with it for a while, I wouldn't change it for quids.

Interesting place, so much to read and so much to do to my 07 S/Master (black, of course ) but think I'll just go for a ride! Have to come back for another look, the sun is always shining here.

I have been checking this site for the past 2+ years, but only started posting when I got my bike this year. I cannot say enough about the group of people on this site and check it every chance I get for information and ideas. My bike: 04 America, green/silver, AI removed, K&N Air Filter, Tall Sissy Bar/Luggage Rack, Chrome Choke Knob
Future Additions: Chrome Sprocket Cover, Chrome Footrest hangers, Engine Dresser Bars, Light Bar, Custom Mirrors, Nology Spark Plug Wires, Leatherworks 127+2 Bags and Easybrackets, Chrome battery cover, Carburetor Work (and all not necessarily in this order).
As you can see, I have got plenty to still do, and this site will be with me at every step of the way.

Hi all,
Name's Harry. I've been lurking a while now and love this site! Helped me spend more money than I initially intended. Got my BA 6 weeks ago and just back from the first service. Took care of the AI, added the FREAK and EPCO's straight cuts...Oh yeah!!!

Sent you a private message (PM) Harry. Click on the blinking mail icon next to where it says 'Logout'

lurker I was...
regesterd 2 weeks ago...
get hit from behind 1 week ago...
Amazed to find kindness in the world again...(members know who u r!) thx
this site is reminds of bmw owners group.
rode w/ Soren when I lived in Hillsboro OR
now live in So. Oregon & soon moving to the coast
I ride the Pacific NW alot. son lives in WY. folks in Tulsa
I ride alot 17000 miles in 17 months. Since my 05 speedy where united.
So fellow riders & travelers hit me up if your around this side of the Mississippi
Scott

I go by Trey, I just bought my 06 America in June 07 from Rocket Motorcycles here in San Diego.
This is my first street bike. Taking the MSF class next month.
Been checking out all my questions on your knowledge base before asking questions that have been beaten to death.
So far, so good.

My name is Mark and I don't own a Harley...Wow Stew, I feel better also.

Sure Ed, I'll give you an opinion. Go with what ever your budjet allows cause there are no differences between the two. My choice would be the 03 cause it's gonna be cheaper and these bikes are mostly bullitproof anyway. Simply put, if your're a rider, buy the older, if you're an invester, buy the newer. (all bets are off if one of them are red, cause all the really "with it" cats here know red is cooler, even speedmastergirl who has a black one but is trimmed in red!)

Oops, forgot to check the date, but my comment about red is still current!

Hi,
My name is Jerry, and I ride a Triumph America, and live in Gastonia, N.C. I am a newbe.

Bob Walden here in sunny, currently frigid Missouri. I do not currently own a motorcycle (had a Honda 350 in the 70's and a Suzuki in the 80's). Trying to decide which one I want for my retirement bike. Actually I'm pretty sure I want a Triumph, that's why I'm here, just want reassurance. I posted a Why Triumph? thread. Hope no one thinks I was trying to stir up trouble. Not being a current Triumph owner, I didn't think my opinion matters much in this regard, so few posts. A wise man once said, "I never learned much when I was talking".

Ok here goes.
My names Dirk and I'm from State College, Pa.
Bought my 07 Mulberry Speedie in Oct. 07
Her name is Gretchen. Love this forum and am on almost daily.
Whew! I feel better now!!

Have been lurkin for a while now, mostly down the Triumph dealership ;-)

Have been without a bike for 2 years now. Went to local Triumph dealership and took a long test ride (all afternoon!). Sun was out. Roads were clear. Bike reminded me of the twins i owned when i started out bikin 27 years ago. Guess what....

Take delivery of a new blue/white Bonneville America on Friday (TOR shorties and short sissy bar/back rest)

Previous bikes - sorry, yes i was a bit of a Honda man ;-)
CB125T Superdream - 124cc, 4-stroke twin, 12bhp
CB250N Superdream - 249cc, 4-stroke ohc twin, 28bhp
CB400N Superdream - 395cc, 4-stroke ohc twin, 37bhp
CB1000 Big One - 988cc, 4-stroke dohc in-line four, 97bhp
CB1300 - 1284cc, 4-stroke dohc in-line four, 114bhp

Cheers

Hello all.
Bought a 2004 America several months ago and have been visiting the site daily since then.
I like the fact that y'all are so respectful of each other.

Thank You,
Campbell

Ya I'm a lurker ... I'm Dale from Nova Scotica , up the east coast I have an 02 america been tweeked and chromed , I am friends with a few on this site , enjoy reading the teck tips .. and looking at the modified stripped down choppers some very nice work

I feel like Steve Martin in the movie "The Jerk"..."The new phone book is here, the new phone book is here! I am somebody!" But seriously, even though I'm a lurker, I appreciate all the knowledge I've gained from the Veterans of this board. THANKS!

Well I lurked for a number of months and then became a member shortly before I bought my bike. I introduced myself then and again when I got my screen name changed. I wondered what it would take for me to get my status upgraded from Stranger to something else. I guess it is the number of posts and not the amount of words I shove into a post. I am a wordy sort. It's what we detectives do. I wish it was a cool as it is on TV. Name: Rick Brown; Occupation: Major Crimes Detective; Home: Northern NV near Carson City; Ride: 08 America, stock awaiting windshield.

Rick/Shamus