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If it is a "big" sports touring bike, what becomes of the very capable Sprint? One thing I have learned at these links in the past is Triumph will not compete against itself with conflicting products. While it is good to see the spec and technical expertise of the Asian bikes, I hope Triumph sticks to its own product line and address any marketing weaknesses there may be. As an owner of two of their bikes, I certainly hope there is not an issue of making money. No one would love to see a return of such great marque names as Trophy or Hurricane more than I would, but these new models would have to sell. We have yet to see Concours 1400's flooding the market. That market segment is very narrow and Concours buyers tend to be EXTREMELY price wary. I hope Triumph adds some punch to the entry level sport/touring market and cruiser lines t help keep money in the bank. I hope the newest sport bike is a big bore triple Daytona, with stock and "R" packages for under 15k. Though Triumphs new brakes and suspensions areamong the best on the market and have been since the TT600. It never hurts to dream during the winter.
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