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[joeblow]

I consider your comment concerning Honda's decision to move motorcycle production from Marysville, Ohio back to Japan with anticipation of 'improved models with the move'...to be a bit more than smug. It is a comment that reflects your lack of any sensitivity toward the American worker and their needs.

Flip, Please don't be offended by this observation because I believe you are a smart guy, but to criticize someone for their lack of sensitivity for the American worker as you ride your British made bikes is at the very least contradictionary. Let's face it, we all ride Rockets because it's a unique machine that nobody else makes and that Triumph as a company seems to care about the customer no matter where the bikes where built.
I myself will never buy another Harley because I believe the bikes they build are under engineered and that they, as a company, do not care about the customer. This is only my opinion.

 

[Alister]

Let's face it, we all ride Rockets because it's a unique machine that nobody else makes...

Too true!

I rode in Boise's Veteran's Day Parade yesterday. One triple in a sea of V-twins! Definitely caught the ears and eyes when I made those TORs bark!

 

[Xchoppers]

I myself will never buy another Harley because I believe the bikes they build are under engineered and that they, as a company, do not care about the customer. This is only my opinion.

You are far from alone in your observation.
As far as the comments about Honda moving production to Japan, it has been suggested by many that this is a move to improve product quality. While the bikes produced in Ohio have been high quality, it's anticipated that the new models from Japan will be better.

 

[Xchoppers]

My whole point and obviously you missed it is, Triumph is a British Motorcycle of British ancestry and devout followers of the marque, buy Triumphs based on that lineage.

I didn't mis it, I just dismissed it as irrelevant. I'm not into product loyalty based on the country of origin or any other issue other than product quality. I've never bought into the whole HD line of B.S. for the same reason. I own 2 Triumphs and have another on order. I buy and ride Triumphs because I enjoy them. Unlike Harley Davidson, Triumph appeals to my nostalgic appreciation while staying current with new technology. If Triumph made antiquated, inferior machines, I wouldn't buy them either.

 

[Alister]

Unlike Harley Davidson, Triumph appeals to my nostalgic appreciation while staying current with new technology. If Triumph made antiquated, inferior machines, I wouldn't buy them either.

I should point out that until just recently, all the Bonneville-based models (Bonneville America, Thruxton, Scrambler) were carbureted. I've got one of the last. Maybe that's true for the rest of 'em, but the Bonnie kinda got left behind on the EFI front.

Should have the new Bella Corse pipes and airbox kit in the next day or two! Still waiting on Big Twin to get the luggage rack and grab bar, then there'll be pictures (which also gives me time to clean off my driveway...)!

 

[Xchoppers]

I should point out that until just recently, all the Bonneville-based models (Bonneville America, Thruxton, Scrambler) were carbureted. I've got one of the last. Maybe that's true for the rest of 'em, but the Bonnie kinda got left behind on the EFI front.

There's been a lot more modernization to the Bonneville than just EFI. The switch to more cc's, overhead cams, 4 valves per cylinder, etc. has thourally modernized this old classic. EFI was the icing on the cake. . Your carburetted Bonnie is still a far cry from the original design (as I'm sure you are aware).

 

[Alister]

There's been a lot more modernization to the Bonneville than just EFI. The switch to more cc's, overhead cams, 4 valves per cylinder, etc. has thourally modernized this old classic. EFI was the icing on the cake. . Your carburetted Bonnie is still a far cry from the original design (as I'm sure you are aware).

Thought they were always OHC motors... at least, every 'original' one I've seen were?

Hm. Might just have to do a little research, now that you brought it up.

What you've mentioned already hits several of the major points for us buying a Bonnie, as opposed to anything else! While it may be a far cry from the original '50s model, there's still more than enough of the original in it to separate it from the herd of cookie-cutter imports. Styling (by far the biggest selling point! Who doesn't like the look of a classic Triumph?), engine noise (good exhaust to accentuate), that oh-so distinctive parallel twin and twin togas. Best of all, it was right in the price range for other, similarly spec'd bikes, and looks great with a set of bags and luggage rack!

And it's not at all uncomfortable, to boot.

 

[boogerdave]

Thought they were always OHC motors... at least, every 'original' one I've seen were?

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Nope . . . all the old ones were overhead valves but not overhead cams. They had pushrods that ran in chrome tubes . . front center cylinder and rear center cylinder.

 

[britman]

Old and New

I owned a 2005 T100 Bonneville and loved the bike. My 68 Bonney is still parked in the garage and always will be. I am kind of sorry to set the upgrade to EFI on the new ones, but I know it is the wave of the future. It won't be long before carburators will be considered collectibles and displayed on the mantel. The T100 was traded on the R/3 and I still wish I had found a way to keep it, but I would have probably had to find a new wife. The old one has only left me on the side of road once. I know it is hard to believe, but it was an electrial problem. " Hail to the Prince of Darkness", Lucas.
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[Xchoppers]

I need a higher cruising speed, about 80 to 85.
Do I need to go with a +1 tooth or +2 tooth countershaft sprocket?
I want to cruise at 4,000 RPM or less.
4,000 RPM now is only 68 MPH.
Much too slow for Calif. freeways!