It happened. A major mechanical issue reared its ugly head: a blown bearing on the crank shaft. After much discussion with several mechanics, to include Triumph dealership experts, it has been recommended that I throw the bike on a "$500 Mechanics Special" ad on Craigslist and apply that toward a newer bike. I'm so bummed.
It was my first bike, purchase from the original owner with a folder of all work done. It has 66,000 miles (20,000+ are mine). Everything ELSE works awesome. It still has the working dash clock, OEM hand grip warmers, a Laminar Lip on the windshield, original seat and all cases, brand new Pilot Road 4 tires, near-new chain/sprocket, battery... I even had a custom tank bag made (with cup holder!). I have the original owners manual that fits under the seat, a Hayne's manual, AND I have the Mechanics manual that I purchased on the cheap when Triumph of Tacoma closed shop back in 2015.
I'm going to reach out and see if I can find a mechanic who wants a great project deal. Hopefully I can find one. Otherwise, my motorcycle riding is on hold.
It was my first bike, purchase from the original owner with a folder of all work done. It has 66,000 miles (20,000+ are mine). Everything ELSE works awesome. It still has the working dash clock, OEM hand grip warmers, a Laminar Lip on the windshield, original seat and all cases, brand new Pilot Road 4 tires, near-new chain/sprocket, battery... I even had a custom tank bag made (with cup holder!). I have the original owners manual that fits under the seat, a Hayne's manual, AND I have the Mechanics manual that I purchased on the cheap when Triumph of Tacoma closed shop back in 2015.
I'm going to reach out and see if I can find a mechanic who wants a great project deal. Hopefully I can find one. Otherwise, my motorcycle riding is on hold.