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Offline Paul_V

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Hi All. new member, old bike !
« on: 27.06. 2021 18:44 »
Hi, just wanted to say hello and thank all for a very interesting and informative forum.

I have been riding for most of my adult life since starting out at 17 with a BSA C15. Recently had a few years break but have returned to the fold. I'm now 63 years young so lots of fun to look forward to. 

Firstly bought a 2006 Royal Enfield bullet 500, this gave me back the bug. Have been really enjoying riding and fettling this machine.

Next I purchased from one of my sons his Triumph Speed Triple. Lovely machine .

But as mentioned the bug is back so 2 days ago picked up a lovely a10. It's a bit of a bitsa, but nicely put together with some nicely repaired and restored parts.

Basically an A7 frame from 1960 and a 1958 super rocket engine.  It was a super rocket that I drooled over years ago outside the 59 club, and have always wanted.

Now got one.. its dressed up as a Rocket Goldstar and is an extremely handsome machine.

Rides and steers superb, has a twin leading shoe setup which is a revelation,  by far the best drum brake I've ever used. It has a few things to do and sort, which suits me fine as I want to stamp my name on it a little.

Main thing is I got it for a very good price and I'm not staring at a basket case. Also very happy it's a replica, as I can fully use and enjoy the old girl rather than just admire it parked up in the garage.

Took it out on Saturday for its maiden voyage and it was amazing. I'm loving it.

Regards Paul.

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Re: Hi All. new member, old bike !
« Reply #1 on: 27.06. 2021 18:55 »
Paul, you big tease! Where are the pictures? Congrats on the Ten.
Which speed triple have you got? I've been toying with the idea of part exing my Aprilia RSVR for one for a while now. The Ape is a younger man's game.
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Re: Hi All. new member, old bike !
« Reply #2 on: 27.06. 2021 18:59 »
Hi, welcome.
That is an excellent introduction; the only thing missing is a photo or two.
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Re: Hi All. new member, old bike !
« Reply #3 on: 27.06. 2021 19:19 »
Thanks for the welcome guys..

Speed Triple is a 2012 "R" model in black with I think every extra triumph could supply. So my son tells me. Its mint, and it bloody flies.
Came with 2 seats, some kind of slip on noisy exhaust jobbing which I haven't tried and even a full set of triumph soft luggage.

Will try and add a pic or two of the Beeza...

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Re: Hi All. new member, old bike !
« Reply #4 on: 27.06. 2021 19:46 »
Welcome aboard, thanks for nice intro. Fine looking machinery indeed.

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Re: Hi All. new member, old bike !
« Reply #5 on: 27.06. 2021 20:36 »
A great looking bike 👍
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Re: Hi All. new member, old bike !
« Reply #6 on: 27.06. 2021 22:54 »
Tidy, n then some.
You must be chuffed.
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Re: Hi All. new member, old bike !
« Reply #7 on: 28.06. 2021 00:33 »
Oh WOW! That's a beautiful bike.  *yeah* *welcome*

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Re: Hi All. new member, old bike !
« Reply #8 on: 29.06. 2021 06:01 »
Nice looking rig

Welcome to the forum

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Re: Hi All. new member, old bike !
« Reply #9 on: 29.06. 2021 09:01 »
Welcome Paul,
   Geez that BSA is HORN !!!!!     *welcome*
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Re: Hi All. new member, old bike !
« Reply #10 on: 29.06. 2021 09:55 »
Welcome Paul - nice bike
All the best - Bill
1961 Flash - stock, reliable, steady, fantastic for shopping
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