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Post by ian on Jun 24, 2021 20:28:45 GMT
I took the Interceptor Up to Ramsey for it's service on Tuesday. Last year he lent me an SWM Silver Vase to go home on. It looked like the kind of bike I might want, but turned out to be a bit of a disappointment. This time I got an even more tempting prospect  I've seen a few reviews of the Caballero in the bike mags & thought it sounded like a bike for me. It was great fun on the open road when I could give it some welly, but poor fueling made it snatchy at steady speed in 30mph zones. The suspension was smoother than the interceptor, and it's lighter, but it's taller & I was on tip toes, so overall, not for me. He had the new Meteor in stock - this one's sold already.  I took the Fantic back today & picked up my Inteceptor. It wasn't supposed to rain 'till late afternoon, but we walked out the shop at 2pm & it started, and pi55ed down all the way home, so these two got their first soaking since they left the showrooms 2 years ago   We got our first soaking for 2 years too - that was the 2019 Yorkshire Dales meet - hope that's not an omen for this year   |
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Post by terryc on Jun 24, 2021 21:08:06 GMT
Really ,really fancying a Meteor but my mrs is'nt listening I'll have to persevere and keep on the pressure  |
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Post by marktrower on Jun 24, 2021 23:47:18 GMT
Just do what I do Terry just come home with one ,I get vision no sound for a while till something else happens .I must be due a fallout
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Post by ian on Jun 25, 2021 20:35:46 GMT
Gill was keen to see the Meteor, but was a bit disappointed, thought it was a bit big & heavy for her. I'm not keen on the cruiser style anyway, so waiting to see if they come up with a roadster version, but a bit more power or less weight would be nice.....
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Post by terryc on Jun 25, 2021 21:45:15 GMT
They are supposed to be releasing a classic 350 with that motor in but don't know when
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Post by ian on Jun 26, 2021 19:28:03 GMT
Sounds like the one I'm waiting for  |
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Post by terryc on Jun 26, 2021 21:37:19 GMT
And Gill's right about the weight it's heavier than a 400 SD
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Post by ian on Jun 26, 2021 22:09:27 GMT
Yes, she’s always right  |
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Post by davefirestorm on Jun 27, 2021 20:15:41 GMT
I liked the Meteor but not much difference in cost so bought an Interceptor 😁 Only covered 100 miles on it but loving it already.I have bought a job lot of bits off a new Interceptor ( I only wanted the fuel tank 😁 ) complete exhaust/lights/indicators/mirrors/seat etc. so if you drop your bike Ian you know where to call😁 also jus5 bought a touring seat for it.  |
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Post by ian on Jun 27, 2021 20:50:53 GMT
That's one of the plus points Dave, only the tank is the bike's colour, the side panels are black & the mudguards are either silver or black and a brand new tank is less than what it cost to repair Gill's GB tank. I like the chrome tank, but I'm hoping not to drop it again |
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Post by davefirestorm on Jun 27, 2021 21:02:56 GMT
Fancy the Bakers Express but the black/chrome is growing on me😁  |
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Post by ian on Jun 27, 2021 21:06:32 GMT
I liked the new red one - in front of mine in the top picture - a 2021 colour.
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Post by davefirestorm on Jun 27, 2021 21:27:37 GMT
I also like the Red with Black at front😁 Getting adjustable footrests/ levers and a 2-1 exhaust the touring seat and some luggage.
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Post by marktrower on Jun 28, 2021 10:54:33 GMT
Did not know you were considering a RE dave not that you now have one I do like them a mate of George got one last year but not seen him this year yet.what is a bakers express
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Post by BritPete on Jun 28, 2021 16:21:55 GMT
I think the RE is catching on
Tried to buy one on Saturday but bidding went to high for me (I'm a tight git)
Not really set my budget, any more I would rather have forked out on a new one
Only ever had 1 new bike before
Lets see what Stafford Brings - Shame about the travel restrictions Ian but hopefully may see you October
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