I can't believe I've done it....

[jbeaber]

So, last night I sold my GS.  It was the right thing to do.  I was sort of sad when I put the ad up on Craigs List, and definitely sad to see her go off in the bed of a truck.  But it went to a beginner who has never ridden before.  He will get a lot out of her, get through the beginner period safely (I hope).  So, that was big shock #1.  With the cash, the car gets paid off....  Additionally a check is going to Hattar Motorsports.  I have put a down payment on this:

I am taking a little trip at the end of March and the salesperson says that a yellow Triumph 675 will be waiting for me when I get home....  AAAAHHHH!!!  I can't believe this is for real... 
I did the research and can't find another bike that will suit my wants as much at the Triumph does.  Thanks everyone for the commentary a week or so ago.  It meant a lot, I considered a lot of bikes I hadn't thought about before.  But, the suspension, engine and sexiness of the 675 won out.... 
Thanks again and, yes, I will still quietly lurk...  But I won't be posting all the problems I had with my little GS anymore.  She is somewhere else now....  With someone else's name on the title....

[Caffeine]

(sniff)   
Sorry, I just get so emotional when they grow up and leave the nest!

Seriously, congrats on the new ride!   Enjoy!   

Same rules apply to English-made bikes; shiny side up, rubber side down.

[scratch]

Congradulations on the new Triumph!  You can still join us on the BAGS rides!

[vtlion]

be sure to let us know how she rides.  I'm not in the market for a new ride, but if I were, the 675 would be on the short list.  That bike is amazingly narrow for the power it packs.  I'll bet she's about as flickable as anything out there.

[Stephen072774]

That bike in yellow is gonna look sweet

Congrats

[Alphamazing]

Sad that you sold the GS, but what a replacement!! I am jealous!!

[pantablo]

NICE!
congratulations...


oooh are you in for a surprise...

[Alphamazing]

oooh are you in for a surprise...

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[jbeaber]

He may be refering to the power that puppy is going to put out the first time I start to give it gas.  The biggest bike I have ridden to date is an SV650.  This is going ot be one hell of a step up.  I believe at least a double of HP....  Going to take that first start nice and slow.... 
I'm sad to see the GS go.  If it had been a little more reliable, I likely would have kept it.  But, with the situation being as it was, and the availability of the Triumphs being limited, this seemed like the way to go...  I am still in shock that I sent the check off....