Stacka
Oil Expert
Reged: 12/19/06
Posts: 2146
Loc: Canberra Australian Capital Te...
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Well I've taken that extra step and paid my deposit including taking delivery with the following fitted:
- Side Panniers
- Top Box and Slide
- Radiator Guard
- Headlight Protector
- Highest Screen
- TPMS (Tire pressure monitor)
- Heated Grips with Switch Mount Kit
- Arrow slip on Exhaust
In the future, I'll probably fit the Alloy Sump guard, Engine Protectors, small spot lights with protectors, GPS mount with the Garmen and whatever else takes my fancy.
I'm expecting it's not going to get into my garage for a couple of months as they aren't even released here in Aus until the last part of next month. I am hoping by the time I get home from the U.S. (Mid July), all accessories will be fitted and I'll be able to take delivery. Can't wait. I've got some fantastic times ahead I can assure you.
Now I'm retired, the Tiger is going to be a big part of my life as my intentions are for us to travel together in relative comfort and I'm sure I won't be disappointed.
Happy Happy Stacka 
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Staintune Pipes, K&N Pods, 45 pilots, TBS needles and 145 mains.
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Keith
Stickman Yogi
Reged: 03/21/09
Posts: 11616
Loc: BC, Canada
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Really happy for you, Stacka. You're in for a great ride, that's for sure. Congratulations!! 
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Live to love, love to live.
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FriarJohn
"Lighten up, Francis."
Reged: 01/11/05
Posts: 18825
Loc: East Helena, Montana
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Sweet. Just like any other Triumph, post pics when you get it.
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BA.com Caretaker | Friarsride | jb.com
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Stacka
Oil Expert
Reged: 12/19/06
Posts: 2146
Loc: Canberra Australian Capital Te...
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Thanks guys. Yep, some great times ahead that's for sure. I'll have to ride smart with this one, not only with the law but also my skin I'd suggest. That rush of blood that can come from nearly 90 f/lbs of torque from a quick flick of the wrist isn't going to be that easy to ignore. After the first time it scares the absolute cr*p out of me, I think I'll amend my riding habits if indeed I ever let the power monster loose
In me too much.
I'll definitely post pics when I get it and perhaps along the way.
I'm glad I'm still keeping my speedy too because I know if I thought this one was any better and sold it, from experience it wouldn't have been long before I realized not better just different. 
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Staintune Pipes, K&N Pods, 45 pilots, TBS needles and 145 mains.
Edited by Stacka (04/17/12 12:33 AM)
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Buckers
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Reged: 10/24/10
Posts: 70
Loc: Blue Mountains, Australia
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Very happy for you Stacka!! Can't wait to see the pics.
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Softens your hands while you do the dishes - You're soaking in it!!!!
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Leithal
Learned Hand
Reged: 08/01/09
Posts: 1006
Loc: Meridianville, AL
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You didn't op for the heated seat? Haha, just kidding. Congrats on a well made decission.
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Stacka
Oil Expert
Reged: 12/19/06
Posts: 2146
Loc: Canberra Australian Capital Te...
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The heated seat comes later. Hey, why not? 
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Staintune Pipes, K&N Pods, 45 pilots, TBS needles and 145 mains.
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MACMC
Loquacious
Reged: 12/16/06
Posts: 2522
Loc: Kansas City, Mo.
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Congrats!
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Dwight
Fe Butt
Reged: 02/03/05
Posts: 17839
Loc: Sedona, Arizona
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Quote:
...I'm glad I'm still keeping my speedy too because I know if I thought this one was any better and sold it, from experience it wouldn't have been long before I realized not better just different.
So Stacka, in essence what you're sayin' here is that you'll be considering your new Explorer as sort of a "sidegrade" then, eh?! 
(...you're a smart fella...one should never even imply anything about somethin' bein' an "upgrade" around here ya know...that usually will open up a WHOLE can o' worms!) 
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Yep! Just like a good Single Malt Scotch, you might call me "an acquired taste" TOO.(among the many OTHER things you may care to call me, of course)
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tcv
Learned Hand
Reged: 01/13/05
Posts: 1234
Loc: Cape Canaveral, FL
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Congratulations on ordering the new bike.
One of the reasons I got my Tiger was that it is totally different from the America. Both are great bikes, but everything about them is different. To me the Tiger is a easier bike to ride, and feels more natural. I don't feel so much like I am on it and riding it, but one with it, and riding it. The Tiger Explorer has very similar ergonomics to the Tiger 1050, and I am sure you will really enjoy it.
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In spite of the cost of living, it's still popular.
Laurence J. Peter
US educator & writer (1919 - 1988)
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