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    Re: A 1999 tiger for touring the States??

    As Cabby so sensibly stated, have a look at the most common bike around, except the Harley, that way you know you will be able to keep it on the road.
    Have a great time and I am not Jealous.
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    Re: A 1999 tiger for touring the States??

    Hey thanks for all the responses....

    It was a beautifully sunny day today and I went into a few bike shops - 5 hours of walking - it's going to be so good to get a bike!!
    I'm now 100% completely sure I'm not getting a cruiser
    I was even talked out of it by the dealers!


    I also decided too that the tiger maybe wastn't such a good idea as out in the sticks it may be harder to get parts, the tiger is a plane flight away and I've never even ridden one, and I might get there and not want to buy it.

    And then just now on the way home one rode past me.....
    and I just wanted it so much!!!
    They're such great looking bikes

    I think I'm going to write a book on finding it hard to make decisions

    Will let you know when I'm on two wheels
    Reunited with my trannie......


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    Re: A 1999 tiger for touring the States??

    i think weestroms are very popular in the states? might suit you, have you tried one? not quite as imposing as a tiger but sweet v twin from sv650, comfy, good load-lugger, good headlights.

    loads of info on stromtrooper.com forum
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    Re: A 1999 tiger for touring the States??

    Petrol is cheap over there so get a BIG bike.
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    Re: A 1999 tiger for touring the States??

    Quote Originally Posted by tendays View Post
    i think weestroms are very popular in the states? might suit you, have you tried one? not quite as imposing as a tiger but sweet v twin from sv650, comfy, good load-lugger, good headlights.

    loads of info on stromtrooper.com forum

    Yes I think you're right, am keeping my eyes open, haven't seen one for sale near me yet, but just seen a Buell Ulyses which I really fancy within my budget which has got me very excited, spoke to the guy and it sounds good.... just waiting for pics and to see when I can get to ride it am very very excited.....
    Keep your fingers crossed....
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    Re: A 1999 tiger for touring the States??

    Hi Jem

    Just catching up on your adventure...... how absolutely fantastic to have this opportunity - GOOD ON YOU - I hope you get your two wheels real soon and get to tour as much as you possibly can before you have to return.

    GO GIRL GO !!!!

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    Re: A 1999 tiger for touring the States??

    Quote Originally Posted by Meesh View Post
    Hi Jem

    Just catching up on your adventure...... how absolutely fantastic to have this opportunity - GOOD ON YOU - I hope you get your two wheels real soon and get to tour as much as you possibly can before you have to return.

    GO GIRL GO !!!!

    Hey Meesh how's it going??

    Thanks... it's been a huge journey so far and that's without the bike!! People here are just great, I've been looked after by some hugely generous real angels. So far I just love California it's a great way of living here even in the winter...

    So today I'm a happy - must be the prospect of looking at the Buell
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    Re: A 1999 tiger for touring the States??

    Great to hear a little about your trip! I'm sure there are plenty of bikes that will do you fine. A Tiger should serve you well, and I (also) believe Vee Stroms are popular there. HOWEVER, make sure you can get insurance before you buy. It might be the deciding factor.
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    Re: A 1999 tiger for touring the States??

    I'm keeping the sun shining, Jem!!!

    I hope you are taking lots of pics whilst in California.... I think its marvelous that you are doing this (envious too). I've started my own jam jar of savings - just need to find some challenging adventures that I can do and work out how to do them.

    Looking forward to hearing about the Buell - hope you like it when you see it.

    Take care and have lots of fun, Jem.

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    Re: A 1999 tiger for touring the States??

    Quote Originally Posted by tendays View Post
    i think weestroms are very popular in the states? might suit you, have you tried one? not quite as imposing as a tiger but sweet v twin from sv650, comfy, good load-lugger, good headlights.

    loads of info on stromtrooper.com forum

    Hey guess what I got..........















    a beautiful red 650 vstrom with matching panniers
    I am SO excited I can hardly contain myself!!!!
    I love her


    I'll now try and do pics...... (don't hold your breath )
    Reunited with my trannie......


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