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  1. nakkers

    2026 Triumph Trident 800 launched

    A bit of overlap between the street triple and trident but, more choice is better. I prefer the traditional round headlamp over the bug eyes and I know they are much different in ride experience. The colours and profile looks great. And if you want something more practical, there is always...
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    Show us your musical instruments or collections thread...

    Oh oh oh, I’ll start with something completely unimpressive. I have a Ferrington electric acoustic that looks similar to a Kramer. I’ve had many guitars that are worth more but, this one was given to me as a present and will never part with it. And funny enough, it isn’t good at being...
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    Post up your liquor/spirit talk ?

    Cork or plastic top? Not that is would make a huge difference. Can you see liquid in the bottle? Hold it up to a light and look for any sediment. Even if it’s clear, it’s likely turned. You can store the stuff for several years but, it should be horizontal, in the dark and...
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    How long does it take to pull the trigger on a bike purchase?

    I seem to be always researching and looking at all kinds of bikes. I have my preferences and watch listings, YouTube reviews and comparisons and it can be years before I obtain a given bike but, when the conditions are right, I pull the trigger pretty fast. But, I have also walked away from a...
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    Only in India you say!

    Does RE really need a competitor to their 350 bullet?
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    Algonquin Park Fall Colours

    Trip up towards Midland in the cage for work has me wanting to return with the bike. Colours are perfect.
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    Can’t Leave Well Enough Alone

    Can’t decide on auxiliary lights. I’ve got engine guards with a place to mount them. Do I get one or a pair? Do I really need them or is it just for looks? It’s getting dark sooner and would be nice to have. Which reminds me, maybe I should upgrade the headlight…….. As I type this, my...
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    Can’t Leave Well Enough Alone

    I do need heated grips. But, I should make sure they are compatible with a throttle lock. I’m not sure if these gloves will do the job. I better be smart and plan ahead and get those heated jobs. But, I just ordered heated grips. Well those work nicely when you didn’t expect the cold...
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    Can’t Leave Well Enough Alone

    Doesn’t matter what bike I add to the stable, I’ve got to “make it better”. It’s near the end of the season for many of us. I know there are year rounders etc. For me, I’m doing little things to keep comfortable during cooler temps. Installed a windshield which does a great job at highway...
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    Getting old sucks

    I was telling my wife about this old man I met on the way into the gym and said he really is in good shape for his age. My wife smiled and responded, that old guy is younger than you. 🤦‍♂️ nice reality check.
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    Indian motorcycles sold

    Indian is falling into the HD trap. Tweak or refresh the model line up with visual changes and bump the sticker. They have nice stuff so it works for a bit. But, they don’t have much diversity in products. You can find “entry” level machines and move up through the range but, you need to...
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    Considering a second bike

    A little curve ball to consider would be a Triumph Street Triple 765 in the 2015 range. Likely just as rare to find a clean example vs a Duc Monster but, definitely a nice flickable, knock around the garage second machine to play with. Arguable less appealing that a Duc with the bug eyes but...
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    Looking for a shop to patch a tire in 2025

    Call Tim at V-Twin in Niagara Falls. 905-356-200eight.
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    Daily sports car?

    I’m not ready to rock the white new balance trainers and Fanny pack to complement the Corvette experience. 😆 not yet anyways! Honestly, I drove my aunt’s 92 ZR1 and found it a riot. I still keep an eye open for a clean example that won’t break the bank.
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    Daily sports car?

    I must say that I’m always on the look out for a decent F Type or Lotus Sport Elise version with Toyota power plant and Yamaha design VVT. A modern go kart. The Lotus I would call a Daily Sport Car but, wouldn’t drive it in the winter. The Jag, I might be tempted to year round it? 🤷‍♂️
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    Daily sports car?

    Eh, all this talk of British cars, I’m very familiar with them and several owners. They are more of a hobby and they really don’t get much sport driving as much as parading around country roads and looking for ice cream places to stop at. A friend has a Morris Traveller (Woody) that gets more...
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    Where's Wingboy?

    The Five Fishermen in Halifax is a great place to enjoy seafood and beverages. It’s downtown Halifax. There is typically something going on in Halifax throughout the year. The drive to Peggy’s Cove itself is quite nice and the stop to take in the lighthouse is worth it. You’ll be tempted to...
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    What's the weakest link in stopping you from riding longer?

    Just back from Gananoque and Westport and the fall colours and roads were delightful! Westporch was fun this year with an appearance from Paul Langlois for a few songs. As for what is my weak point, it’s simply mental. If the weather is crap and cold and it sucks, I’m not having a good...
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    Has the city lost it's mind...

    Regarding troubled youth, I’m one of the few that made it through. I was in and out of detention centres and foster care etc. I was angry at the world and the social circles I was around encouraged lawlessness. There was some lovely foster parents that helped me along with some counselling...
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