Movin' on up... - Page 2

burkbuilds · 11-10-2010, 09:41 PM

I've always heard that Triumph's are great bikes. Hope you enjoy your new ride, and congratulations.

Mercutio57 · 11-11-2010, 10:06 PM

Thanks for the good wishes, one and all. I'll post pictures as soon as I get around to taking some. So far it's stock except for the rubber fork boots, but I'm waiting on some other factory accessories-- their short sissy bar and those old school rubber knee pads for the gas tank.

As for riding impressions, I'm still breaking in the engine, so I can't give you a very full picture.

What is clear is this-- the handling is superb! Triumphs were always known for great handling, as I recall, and the new versions clearly continue this tradition. Coming off of a dead stop I feel the weight increase over the GZ, but once rolling the Bonny actually feels like a much lighter bike. It turns effortlessly and, best of all, tracks straight and true over all sorts of bumps. I certainly feel the bumps-- this is no plush cruiser-- but I never feel the machine getting away from me.

And, as I said before, it gets all sorts of comments & compliments. If you want a great ride that also stands out from the crowd, this is it!

By the way, Herself has changed her mind about the GZ, so "La Poderosita" is for sale. Anyone interested a good used '09..?

5th_bike · 11-20-2010, 08:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Mercutio57

"La Poderosita" is for sale.

Probably old news to you, but April/May looks like a better time to sell a bike, there is little interest in bikes this time of the year.

PS Congratulations on your beautiful Bonnie... Ride safe and have fun !

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Mercutio57 Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: New York Posts: 95	Re: Movin' on up... Thanks for the good wishes, one and all. I'll post pictures as soon as I get around to taking some. So far it's stock except for the rubber fork boots, but I'm waiting on some other factory accessories-- their short sissy bar and those old school rubber knee pads for the gas tank. As for riding impressions, I'm still breaking in the engine, so I can't give you a very full picture. What is clear is this-- the handling is superb! Triumphs were always known for great handling, as I recall, and the new versions clearly continue this tradition. Coming off of a dead stop I feel the weight increase over the GZ, but once rolling the Bonny actually feels like a much lighter bike. It turns effortlessly and, best of all, tracks straight and true over all sorts of bumps. I certainly feel the bumps-- this is no plush cruiser-- but I never feel the machine getting away from me. And, as I said before, it gets all sorts of comments & compliments. If you want a great ride that also stands out from the crowd, this is it! By the way, Herself has changed her mind about the GZ, so "La Poderosita" is for sale. Anyone interested a good used '09..? __________________ "What are you rebelling against, Johnny..?"
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