My first car and bike were both Triumphs. Thought breaking down was normal. LOL
Anywho, seems like the majority of breakdowns are caused by vibration. Best preventative measure is to go through and regularly check fittings (mechanical and electrical). Second, have an escape plan if you do break down. There's the roadside repair and then worse case the call to the significant other (which could be a tow company). Regarding roadside repairs, what's are the recomended essentials? BITD, it used to be bailing wire and duct tape. Sounds like float bowl plugs, spark plugs, assortment of common size fastners, electrical wire with connectors. Anything else? Is there any easy repair for a tubed flat.