Hi Paula, I'm also a newbie here, but I did make it to the NorEast rally... dont' let anyone tell you otherwise, the peeps are pretty cool... <BG>
and Pat makes the best beer I've EVER had!
Also have a Harley, I like it better for long distances because the Triumph is so agile, it handles more like a sportbike... found out that if I wiggle and look around sightseeing, the SM goes all over the road! The Hardley just sits there... <BG>
And I can pack more stuff on the Harley, it's a little bit bigger bike. (I got a Deuce) But for fun, you cant' beat the Triumph!
My SM is like riding a sportbike without all the uncomfortable stuff...like leaning on the wrists. Way cool.
Hopefully I'll see you at one of the rallys...
Mary
