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After a six and a half year relationship, my Futura has now left for its new home in Coventry.

It's been a splendid 6 1/2 years, the bike's always done whatever I've asked of it, without complaint, and has never failed me. Had I not chosen to buy it, instead of the Triumph Sprint I'd gone to see at Speedaway Bikes, just because it looked so much better, I'd never have come into contact with you lot, or with many other friends I've made since. I'm more than sorry to see it go, but needs must - these degenerative back conditions have progressed quicker than I expected, and have started to affect my legs, so the Futura's become too top-heavy for me to feel confident with it. I'd never have let it go if these issues hadn't forced me into this decision.

Anyway, onwards and upwards. I'm about to start the hunt for another bike; a Griso is a serious contender. I intend keeping the California, as it's well-equipped with luggage and cool shiny bits.

As for the immediate future - I've just opened a sherry I've not tried before. Please join me in a drink to the Futura - may you be happy in your new home. And a further drink to the joys and comradeship of biking.

I will raise a glass to you and the fut fut, your choice of potential new bike and the fact that you are still riding despite problems.
Shit I hate getting old and having to admit it affects lifestyle choices,
Any way cheers Mart !

I'll join you in a drink Mart and it'll be a cheap round as I've just opened a bottle of cheap white wine so no need to buy one. Anyway cheers its a shame to sell on a bike that's made you so many good friends but looking to the future I'm sure the california will put you in touch with some equally friendly fellows.

Not sure sending it to Coventry is a fair way to reward such loyal service but I won't judge you... At least not whilst you're buying
Sherry and coke please seeing as you've already opened the bottle

flatlander wrote: Sherry and coke please seeing as you've already opened the bottle

The man's a philistine!


I'll join you in a drop of the Tio Pepe Palomino Fino my daughter brought me direct from Jerez!

She's now securely tucked away in the heated workshop with her new companions. It's always sad to see a member of the family fly the nest to explore new pastures. But, like most, she'll be over for a visit when the weather picks up and her new custodian requires a proper bacon, egg and black pudding sandwich.

Rest assured she'll be taken care of. I have no grand plans on changing her appearance, but I do plan on putting many more miles on that HUGE set of clocks. hehe.

Thanks again, Mart. I'll join you with a gin & tonic.

It's always bitter sweet letting a bike go. I was even a tiny bit sad to see the back of my CBR and I didn't even like that bike. At least you know she's gone to a good home. I'll have whatever's left in the cabinet.

im not normally a sherry man,,but on this occasion,,,,go on then.....

Sherry?
Is that one of these new fangled alcopops?

I suspect she could not have gone to better new home. If Will's other projects are anything to go by she'll be lovingly cared for.
Glad she's stayed in the family.
Cheers.