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Originally Posted by getsurya Congratulations, once again and the delivery event is no less than any celebrity launches. I still feel bad for the film/TV actress who was there for her husband's T100 delivery, which did not get much attention either inside the showroom or outside on the road!! The Triumph can take you on their honorary payrolls for the details/info and the brand propaganda! |
You can say that again. Thanks to you all, i doubt if another delivery of a Triumph will happen with similar reception
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Originally Posted by getsurya Did you buy the Triumph key chain or was it in the welcome pack given to you(if there was one?)? Remember we asked them for it and they said we have to purchase it from them. |
It was not available for free. I emphasized to them
" Saath Lakh ki gaadi karidhi hai aur ek keychain dene main kanjoosi?" ( Bought 7 lakhs bike and why are you acting stingy to give a free keychain). He instantly handed one out to me.
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Originally Posted by getsurya C'mon- please do not make HD sound so bad! After all- I am waiting for their Street 750 to be launched to take the dive!! |
Srikanth. It depends on what you want the bike for. You pretty well know my driving style and Bonnie is made for me. If you like performance then I would urge you to ride the Bonnie too and then decide whats best. When your spending 5 lakhs, dont think of additional 2 lakhs while at it.
But, if your contemplating a HD 750 just to get into HD culture, then not a bad idea !!
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Originally Posted by getsurya Time for a bike cum car TBHP Hyd chapter drive now!! |
You betcha, lets do it next month, Iam swamped at work !!
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Originally Posted by noopster Congrats Avi on this beautiful addition to your garage! As you know I don't really fancy myself a bike person but suffice to say if I were, our tastes would be very similar. I loved riding your Bullet 500 and look forward to my next visit to Hyderabad now to experience the Triumph Bonneville as well |
That was a fun ride together Noopie. Come down to Hyderabad, this time you ride my Bonnie and I can accompany you on my BULL
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Originally Posted by noopster I was watching World's Fastest Indian again the day you announced you got your Bonnie; it's one of my favourite films. Wish you many million miles on this ebony beauty! |
My favorite movie too. Sir AH was mindblowingly good in that movie
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Originally Posted by TheDevil (IF ONLY it had ABS. For those exceptionally BITING Brakes to not bite us in the A.S.S |
Sorry to know about your accident. ABS should be made mandatory like how headlamps remain open at all times for all bikes above 600cc. God knows when that sense will come into manafacturers who shy away from basic safety features in name of cost cutting.
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Originally Posted by downsouth Congrats on the new addition to your garage, your love for everything BB does not seem to end. Glad to see a comprehensive review of everything Triumph can direct any enquires to this thread . Love the black it makes the bike stand out in sunlight. Its a beautiful handler on the highway, Still waiting to ride the bike in city. Wishing you many miles of happy riding. |
Thanks Chetan. I enjoy riding the Bonnie equally in city as you can weave into/out of traffic with so much ease its almost surreal.
Been out with wifey last night for a 40kms ride and 30kms this morning.
Will dedicate a post with feedback from those short city rides.
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Originally Posted by downsouth 2 Q's Why does the Bonnie need a choke when it is EFI, and Is there a after market replacement to use a single key for both ignition and steering lock. |
First question, Iam not too sure whats the answer but, unlike the fake carbs, choke is for real and instead of putting load on battery by continously thumbing the starter on a cold morning, pulling out choke works like a charm. I used it only once so no idea how useful it will be on long run.
Second question, It's a very good point. Actually its a pain to use two keys for ignition and lock. Also, the ignition placement is unique but, difficult to reach sometimes
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Originally Posted by ebonho I don't know if you have mentioned it anywhere (search coming up blank) - but what's the weight of your bike? How does it feel at reast and in motion weight-wise compared to the Bullet? |
I reckon forgot to mention.
Bonnie weighs 225kgs and feels light when riding but, when stationary, it feels really heavy and pushing it would be a small ordeal.
Forgot to share a couple more pics :-
Man & His Machine in a proud pose as instructed by the photographers..LOL ( I know, I know, need to lose weight. Atleast for the Bonnie now ) Poetry in Motion