I’ll do my best to make it. That’s close to me. Only problem is it’s a weekday event and I’m self employed.Hello All ! Anybody going to the INOA rally this year June 24th through June 27th ?
There have been rallies in Washington DC , Atlanta , Illinois , Wisconsin and South Dakota . I can't name them all , there is a list somewhere. Where the strongest and willing chapters are I suppose.
Sounds like a opportunity for the INOA to instigate the Worntorn Award for Navigational ExcellenceI haven't lived that mistake down yet, it's only 4 years. Glen
I agree that the club needs new blood, trouble is that so many young people are to busy looking at their damn phones to go out and enjoy life. As for the cost of the new Norton's I can only hope. But I ask one question, why would you buy a new Norton with so little dealer support. A quick look on Norton's web site shows 4 dealers in all of the US. I don't think so.It is a lot of work running a club . People just get tired of it. We need young blood to come in and help carry Norton membership on. Maybe the liquid cooled machines will help do that , especially the cheaper models which younger folks can afford..
But I ask one question, why would you buy a new Norton with so little dealer support. A quick look on Norton's web site shows 4 dealers in all of the US..
John in Texas
A little masochistic for sure but how many Norton owners don’t have another bike? I “expect” my modern Triumph to start first time, I “hope” my Modern Norton does!Because, unfortunately most Norton owners are closet masochists.
True.
I don't see anyone buying a Commando as their only bike, and remaining sane when it is constantly experience issues.
I think a lot is riding on the new models (1200/650) to change the general perception that Norton motorcycles have problems.
The lack of dealers here in the US certainly doesn't help the matter either.
I recently found an independent shop here in New York that is willing to work on new Commandos. The owner has lots of experience with old BritIron. Of course this does involve a bit of risk. Not like having an authorized dealer performing the work.