In A Fantasy Garage Far, Far Away....

Problem solved

 

Much depends on ergos, at least for me. If I were to stick with the Triumph theme, the new 2025 Speed Twin 900 intrigues me. It's supposed to have a bit taller seat which I'm hoping will equate to just a bit more leg room. I love the Speed 1200, but it doesn't love me.
I like both of the Kawasakis, but my old leg joints don't like the snug footpeg position.
The Indian Scout proper is a nice bike but I don't like the Bobber. In fact, I'm not a bobber fan in general, Indian, Triumph etc.
Good luck with your search.

 

But nice to talk about, @joe mc donald! Your dream of a Manx Norton got HH and me off to a great start this morning talking about it. Despite his morning aches and pains, the mention of it enlivened HH with a great smile of agreement.

 

Oh lord dont... Iv got one in th front room... Same as you it has to be my fave..

 

Here are some nice machines currently up for sale, this is a trustworthy dealer, some machines are within reach of mere mortals, with a trusted and respected courier based in the UK should you purchase from him. He recently had a large amount of iconic Hondas for sale, some at very sensible money. Oh as an aside I haven't forgotten about the Rob North write up.
https://www.yesterdays.nl/home/

 

Oooh, Joe! Please do keep us in the know. I know you...you say you're simplifying and cutting down the stable. Until a bike comes along and touches your heart and becomes a fixture in your thoughts.

 

"Hmmmm" when looking at motorcycles is usually the start of something, @Mrs Visor! Or so my husband tells me.

 

@joe mc donald

Ha! I rest my case, Joe. I had just responded to your post about your interest in a Harris Bonneville. Then I saw THIS post that you're (also?!) chasing a Tiger 750.

 

@Martine Yes it is just wishful thinking. Just love the bikes.

 

@Sandi T / @Mrs Visor Well no Manx no Bonneville. But i have gone and done it again. Wait till you see as i am trying to pick it up this weekend and will post a picture. Think i am happy about the purchase. And this is my last bike as i always say.

 

A decent 850 Guzzi Le Mans would scratch my itch ....

 

@CraigHew Yes a nice machine my Brother in law had one some time ago and ragged it to death but never let him down.

 

@Sandi T @Mrs Visor Here you go. Its a 2006 Super Glide with 3200 miles with mot and service history to support. Stage one with rack and rest. Was a lady owner who gave up riding and her Husband sold it to a dealer who gave me a top deal Woodburn Motorcycles to be exact. It has the original Tyres fitted which are hard and past their best date now. I have booked it into a Harley Dealer who is going to change them for Avon's and look at a engine light fault which I think just hasn't been reset. Do tell me what you thing great for my big head or make me sulk. Today had a nice new set of Avon tyres and the bike feels so much more planted even in the rain today.

 

Nice machine. Take a few minutes to research 2006 Dyna inner primary bearing, maybe ask the dealer about it. I think I remember some quirkiness with that year...?

 

@Mrs Visor Thanks it is getting used to the big heavy bike again but working on it. Maybe Manx one day before i i hang up my gloves.

 

@triumph900 Thanks mate. That's good info and a bit of a let down. I have the bike going in next Friday to a dealer called the bike shack to get new tyres fitted so i will get them to check for me. It seems a big old job.

 

That's GREAT, Joe! Congratulations on your new-to-you Super Glide. My buddy, Russell, would be envious. When Steve got his 2001 Fat Boy last August, it got Russell itching for a bit of a vintage Harley. This one that you bought is a beauty. Hope your dealer check-up goes smoothly. And yes, new tires for you, my friend! Please keep us posted and share more photos, too.

 

@triumph900 Yes been following this bike up. Apparently it was the five speed models with problems. This being a six speed was better but still suffers from the cam chain tensioner that can crumble around fifteen thousand miles.