bil_trilton

Not sure if this counts as digging up an old thread.. But my street triple was my favourite bike I've ever owned. Tempted to go for another one. You can't go wrong!

You are not wrong!

All great advice. Thank you. Still lots to think about. In an ideal world I'd have a workhorse for the week (zipping around/commuting) and something nice for the weekend rides/trips. This is the goal I am working towards. So within a couple of years (maybe sooner) this will be a reality - although finding secure storage space in London my be tricky.. I think for the short term I am looking for something that ticks all the boxes: commuting and fun. Hence, why my thought process went to the Mash TT40. I would have gone down the older Japanese route in a heartbeat (get something made up, cut subframe, new seat, new headlight, wiring, bars etc). But I believe Sadiq Khan has basically put a stop to all of that with this new ULEZ thing. Apparently bikes older than 2008 have to pay 10 quid a day to be in London.. I have also thought, just spend a bit extra and get the bike I want, Thruxton/650 Twin/W800 and not let the thieves win the mental game, roll the dice and watch my insurance premium go up haha. You have to play to play with almost anything in life. I am always on classified so if you think of anything that could tick the boxes, let me know! Appreciate the help everyone. I will keep you updated on what I actually end up getting Many thanks Will

Haha you'd be surprised! Almost any area is at risk in London. It's often the more expensive areas that are hit by bike thieves the hardest. Thats where my Daytona was taken!

Hi All - New member here. Appreciate any insight into the slightly odd question I am going to ask. Before I begin, go easy on me and run with my train of thought. Context: I am currently in the process of moving back to the UK from North America. I have been working out in the US and Canada over the last 3 years. Been lucky to ride a few bikes over these years without having to purchase my own. Lots of dirt-bikes and Harley's! On my return to London I plan to purchase another bike of my own. Having previously lived in London I've owned a few bikes - I'm 29. These have Include: 2008 Aprilia SX50, 2003 CBR600rr, 2013 Triumph Street Triple and 2015 Triumph Daytona. I have been blessed to own these bikes. I've loved everyone of them. I think I am over the sports bike thing.. I've matured, I have more responsibility and I value my freedom.. lol Ideally, I'd get a Triumph Thurxton 900, Street Twin, Scrambler, Royal Enfield 650 Twin, Kawasaki W800, etc. You get the picture with what I want to get. Something with a bit more sophistication. (I'm over speed I think!). My last bike (Daytona 675) was stolen in broad daylight outside a hospital while I was visiting my cousin. Locks, chains all cut. Moped gang, angle grinder, broken steering lock, you know the drill. I am still wary of bike theft in London, and I am aware that I will become subject to it again if I purchase another bike. This angers me, but I will have to learn to accept it. Bike theft would only decrease if the UK criminal justice system came down hard on these thieves, which they won't. We are too soft these days. OK.. now here comes the curveball. With this in mind, does it make sense to get a cheap and cheerful Chinese bike to run around London? I'm tempted by the Mash TT40? The engine (from what I've read) is basically as 1980s Honda XBR500, it looks nice, will be cheap to insure and I won't loose any (as much) sleep if it gets nicked! I mean I would be far more upset if my prized Triumph were to stolen, by scum, over a Chinese bike. What do you guys think? Any suggestions? Vintage bikes of the same capacity are out of the question due to the new ULEZ laws, so I feel I am only left with this option. Looking forward to hearing from you. Cheers