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The weatherman is predicting wet weather for the weekend so the Speedy took me out for a ride today. I took a couple of routes that I have driven many times by car but had never ridden the bike on. Always a good learning tool when you lean into a new turn for the first time.
1. The Speedmaster has some serious oomph.
I had to merge onto a busy interstate, and up a steep hill mind you. The bike pulled my fat can smoothly into traffic with very little effort. We were moving but I was hardly pushing it and was doing 70 effortlessly. Man, I was impressed.
Later, I was entering a 50mph state highway from a standing stop. Since the bike still has just under 500 miles, I've been treating it with the love and adoration of a machine I hope to own for many years, and had not revved it beyond 5K until today. The bike moved briskly to 50 and at 5,500 RPM in 3rd I could really feel it pulling. This engine can really move!
2. Semis put off some nasty air.
After pulling onto the interstate, I was approaching the right hand side of a truck. Not wanting to pass him on the right, I dropped back a bit until I was just behind him on the right. This is a turbulent spot. Note to self: either make a proper pass or stay well behind trucks.
3. Pump jockeys love Triumphs.
I had gone 100 miles since the last fillup and stopped just before home to top it off. The kid at the pumps looked at the Speedmaster with respect and admiration. We talked about it a bit and I was off. What a great feeling!
Sorry for the rant. I love to ride, and I love my Speedmaster.
Happy Friday!
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Kevin
Luceo Non Uro
NJ USA
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