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  1. 01-17-2006, 03:32 PM #1
    grahamcoxon
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    I did it!

    Sold my Fazer last night, left work this morning with the intention of banking the money. I'll just pop into Infinity's, thinks I, to give that bike the once over.

    Anyhoo, long story cut short, I'm now the proud owner of 1 Aprilia Tuono Factory, to be supplied with a 2 into 2 Ti Akrapovic system.

    Ive told em to keep it until March 1st as I dont see me doing a lot of riding between now and then and thought I might as well wait for the new reg.

    So, thats it, Ive got one! I'm off to see if I can wipe the smile off my face!

    Graham

    p.s. if the wife comes on this site, dont tell her how much they cost!
    Some people will tell you that slow is good – but I’m here to tell you that fast is better. I’ve always believed this, in spite of the trouble it’s caused me. Being shot out of a cannon will always be better than being squeezed out of a tube. That is why God made fast motorcycles, Bubba.
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  2. 01-17-2006, 03:38 PM #2
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    Thumbs up It's Spring again!

    Excellent! That has to be one of the best feelings eh??!!?? The only thing you will regret is telling them to leave it until March! Come on, it's going to be 9 degrees tomorrow, the balmy weather is back!

    Enjoy!
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  3. 01-17-2006, 03:47 PM #3
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    congratsˇˇ
    Enjoy it,I couldn´t wait until March
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  4. 01-17-2006, 04:11 PM #4
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    Nice! Good Work!

    Alright! Good call! Although, after they get the pipes on there why don't you bring it into your livingroom so you can druel and stare and polish the thing.
    "Tuono doesn't want to gently take your hand and guide you on a trip, it wants to rip it off and run away with it! I always get the feeling that to ride a Tuono you have to be a real man, prepared to fight it every step of the way, where as on the Triumph you can have an off day and not be left feeling inadequate"
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  5. 01-17-2006, 04:46 PM #5
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    Factoooooooooooooorrrrryyyyy

    Well done sound decision, good cycle that got one meself enjoy it graham.

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  6. 01-17-2006, 05:24 PM #6
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    Question

    Aint yours a Rrrrrrrrrrrraaaaaccccciiiinnnnnggggg Steve?????????????????????
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    Excellent choice Graham, it'll be a fast black one eh?. Where did you buy it from?........................ Paul.
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  8. 01-17-2006, 10:13 PM #8
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    Once sorted, It is by far the best most fun bike I have ever owned (FactoryTuono). Just got back from the private airport where I ride wheelies to my content! It was about 65f! (17c)? Love the Pilot Powers in the turns.
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  9. 01-18-2006, 02:14 AM #9
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    Congratulations and what will power!

    I had to wait 6 weeks before I could ride mine, but that was out of my control, due to my insurance

    At least I could walk to my local dealer from work and spend some time with her every lunch time (if I would have wanted to, as it goes, only saw her once a week !)

    Enjoy & welcome to this forum!

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    Because then you will be a mile away and you will have his shoes.

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  10. 01-19-2006, 03:34 PM #10
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    I did it!

    Thanks people, Im already starting to question my sanity in deciding to wait six weeks. But all things considered, its the right decision. Im massively busy at work and I'm a self confessed fair weather biker!
    Ive got loads of questions to ask. Is there a FAQ section? Or should I just fire away?

    Cheers

    Graham
    Some people will tell you that slow is good – but I’m here to tell you that fast is better. I’ve always believed this, in spite of the trouble it’s caused me. Being shot out of a cannon will always be better than being squeezed out of a tube. That is why God made fast motorcycles, Bubba.
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  11. 01-19-2006, 11:53 PM #11
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    Fire away mate!

    A lot of good info on here!

    On the Gas!
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  12. 01-20-2006, 02:32 PM #12
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    Congrats mate!
    But why the wait? It will be many sleepless nights till then.
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  13. 01-20-2006, 02:59 PM #13
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    hey mook,u up for boxhill this sun aroung 1ish
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  14. 01-21-2006, 06:19 AM #14
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    Was wondering if anyone will notice this weather

    Quote Originally Posted by hairy
    hey mook,u up for boxhill this sun aroung 1ish
    Be rude not to grace this Jan weather

    See you there at 1.
    Anyone else?
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