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Nick (SST) send me a link to a video showing his latest creation, a custom Bonnie. Thought I'd share. http://youtu.be/EDqTKRzYAUE
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New Tires
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That's one very expensive T-100, very cool, I was impressed. I would have thrown on a Triumph solo seat, I hate the look of my Thruxton seat without the cowling. Beautiful bike!, Great sound! I'm also envious of that lawn. 
Every normal man must be tempted, at times, to spit on his hands, hoist the black flag, and begin slitting throats.
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That is one nasty T100 ever sounds the part nice job 
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I like that better then the America he did!! 
Are we there YET? I gotta go pee!!
08 SpeedMASTER, Black and Red!
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That guy has made two very awesome bikes. I dig it, and it sounds amazing. 
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"Nothing you can be is more terrible than what I am." ~ 2007 Black Speedmaster!!
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Re: Nick's Bonnie
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"Lighten up, Francis."
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IMHO, this is the bike he was trying to make the America into. Sometimes you just have to start with the right foundation. But I do like both of them. My only problem with the video is I want to hear that sucker really wail at speed and full throttle.  
Last edited by FriarJohn; 03/20/2012 2:30 AM.
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Maybe I'm a jerk but the bikes he built are ok but a lot of stuff is pretty bolt on. I mean, they look good and all. Eh.
2008 Speedy, AI removed, DIY airbox destruction with K&N filters, spectres, re-jetted and "custom" rattle can paint job.
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06 America 904
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Re: Nick's Bonnie
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Maybe I'm a jerk but the bikes he built are ok but a lot of stuff is pretty bolt on. I mean, they look good and all. Eh.
We can't all be a Teutel. 
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Maybe I'm a jerk but the bikes he built are ok but a lot of stuff is pretty bolt on. I mean, they look good and all. Eh.
Funny thing is.... if someone made a bolt on swing arm that was 3 inches longer, I would have purchased it and bolted it on too! It would have saved me a hell of a lot of time. That's just me being completely honest. I never claimed to be a bike builder nor do I want to be one. 
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Check Pants
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Nice looking/sounding bike, what is the purpose of extending the R. swingarm?
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I didn't like the look of the stock wheel base. I wanted to give the bike a little attitude.
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I didn't like the look of the stock wheel base. I wanted to give the bike a little attitude.
Works for me, I mod my bikes to suit myself,nobody else.
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I was really unsure of how it would handle after the mod. First test ride out... I fell in love. Feels like a cruiser and still corners like a dream. I had a couple of my buddies test ride it and they fell in love. Hands down, my favorite Triumph I have owned.
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Maybe I'm a jerk but the bikes he built are ok but a lot of stuff is pretty bolt on. I mean, they look good and all. Eh.
Funny thing is.... if someone made a bolt on swing arm that was 3 inches longer, I would have purchased it and bolted it on too! It would have saved me a hell of a lot of time. That's just me being completely honest. I never claimed to be a bike builder nor do I want to be one.
This back and forth between builder and internet critic is funny. Its like Paul Sr. coming on here to chew us out for talkin trash..haha
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Re: Nick's Bonnie
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"Lighten up, Francis."
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Yeah, except it's totally not like that. 
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Maybe I'm a jerk but the bikes he built are ok but a lot of stuff is pretty bolt on. I mean, they look good and all. Eh.
Funny thing is.... if someone made a bolt on swing arm that was 3 inches longer, I would have purchased it and bolted it on too! It would have saved me a hell of a lot of time. That's just me being completely honest. I never claimed to be a bike builder nor do I want to be one.
This back and forth between builder and internet critic is funny. Its like Paul Sr. coming on here to chew us out for talkin trash..haha
Again.... I am not a builder. Just a guy (like you guys) who buys aftermarket parts to make motorcycles look better than stock. There is a big difference.
I am not chewing anyone out. I am just stating the fact that I am not pretending to be something I am not.
Man..... I think I am going to get back into Motocross.
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"Lighten up, Francis."
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Everyone's entitled to their opinion. And his was hardly mean. And don't let Tom goad you. He's good at that. 
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No worries John. I'm cool. I appreciate you posting a link to my bike and the positive stuff people have posted.
For those who didn't care for my "bolt on" bike and posted, I suggest one thing. Go in your garage please take a picture of your bike. Then post it. I promise that I won't post anything negative about it.
I just want to see what not to do on my next bike.......
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Last edited by FriarJohn; 03/21/2012 7:48 PM.
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Petty? Ok.... I am done. This is why I don't do forums.
Last edited by SST; 03/21/2012 8:32 PM.
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Yikes, my bad. I think your bike is cool and all, I love any Triumphs. Just stating what I thought. And my bike is in the members ride section. I too have a lot of bolt on's so if ya wanna make fun of it please do.
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Dude... please do me a favor and stop.
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Wow man. Its the internet, your letting this tear ya up inside. Go for a ride, you'll feel better.
2008 Speedy, AI removed, DIY airbox destruction with K&N filters, spectres, re-jetted and "custom" rattle can paint job.
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alright zach.... keep pushing it.
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Alright, for real man. I'm sorry if I pushed any buttons. You know you have a tight bike and thats all that really matters.
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