I have been waiting for this bike for over a month now. I can't say how excited I've been because there are simply no words that can explain the feeling! It is seriously the most excited I've been for anything in awhile. I started out riding a 2008 Ninja 250R and I wanted a bike with a little more soul. I saw a picture of a Triumph custom online and that's where it all began..
Ever since this pic I've been obsessing with Triumph's. I've done plenty of research and have come to realize this isn't a bike I can just ride without worrying about. I still have plenty to learn. That's where you guys come in! I'm going to need as much help and advice as possible. I already saw GPZ' post in the other 'new to triumph' thread and there is some great info there. First thing I can notice with this bike is it needs a front end alignment, which is why I bumped that other thread. After that, I don't know what I should do! The seller says he put fresh oil and plugs in, and that's all I know. I'm going to ask him more about the history but don't know how much I'll be able to get out of him as I don't think it was his personal bike! So, on with the facts.. It is a '70 TR6R with almost 17k. How soon am I looking at a rebuild? When do you typically have to rebuild a Triumph motor? When should I rebuild the suspension? Transmission flush? Anything you guys could recommend that will help me keep her running tip top I am all ears for. I am looking forward to learning more and can't wait to get it on the road. One last thing, he shipped the bike without the keys! I haven't even heard it run yet! He's really testing my patience but so far it has definitely been worth the wait. Thanks in advance for any help you guys have to offer. All the best.

Ever since this pic I've been obsessing with Triumph's. I've done plenty of research and have come to realize this isn't a bike I can just ride without worrying about. I still have plenty to learn. That's where you guys come in! I'm going to need as much help and advice as possible. I already saw GPZ' post in the other 'new to triumph' thread and there is some great info there. First thing I can notice with this bike is it needs a front end alignment, which is why I bumped that other thread. After that, I don't know what I should do! The seller says he put fresh oil and plugs in, and that's all I know. I'm going to ask him more about the history but don't know how much I'll be able to get out of him as I don't think it was his personal bike! So, on with the facts.. It is a '70 TR6R with almost 17k. How soon am I looking at a rebuild? When do you typically have to rebuild a Triumph motor? When should I rebuild the suspension? Transmission flush? Anything you guys could recommend that will help me keep her running tip top I am all ears for. I am looking forward to learning more and can't wait to get it on the road. One last thing, he shipped the bike without the keys! I haven't even heard it run yet! He's really testing my patience but so far it has definitely been worth the wait. Thanks in advance for any help you guys have to offer. All the best.

