THUNDERBIKE NEWSLETTER July - August 2005

LATEST NEWS

THUNDERBIKE STOCK CLEARANCE ON TRADE ME: We have in the past dealt with Harley Davidson parts and accessories. We still have a huge amount of HD parts on the shelves, but we now need the space, so everything must go! We are auctioning everything on TRADE ME. Many are $1 reserve auctions, so you can score a real bargain. We are also selling many Triumph parts too. Search for "Harley Davidson Parts Clearance" or "Triumph Parts Clearance" or our user name "thunderbike1" So get to TRADE ME and good luck! http://www.trademe.co.nz

Also many NEW clothing and accessory deals to, including Jackets, pants, boots, etc. Get on to Trademe and grab a bargain now!

RIDE OUTS AT THUNDERBIKE: By popular demand the Thunderbike ride outs are to return involving both BMW rides and TRIUMPH RAT rides, these will be limited to the brands, with non Triumph riders being welcomed along on the TRIUMPH RAT rides by invitation. Contact us for details. Following the RAT Raid we had a general ride out from Thunderbike to Renwick, then toward St Arnaud by the Nelson lakes. A great day out attended by a healthy number of riders, some of which were out on the RAT ride out the previous day. The next ride out will be a TRIUMPH RAT ride out. TRIUMPH RAT dates are as follows: 3rd JULY, 4th SEPTEMBER, 6th NOVEMBER. Please contact us for more info. 03 5485787

ATTENTION TRIUMPH OWNERS: If you have a fuel injected bike, regardless of the age or model, contact us, or your local dealer and have your frame number handy (only the last 6 digits are required) There is now a free factory improvement kit to replace the plastic fuel connectors on your bike. Kits for imported bikes are not free, however we can supply a kit, costs vary according to your bike model. Please contact Graeme for more details on 03 5485787 or email: servwriter@thunderbike.co.nz

CHANGES AT THUNDERBIKE:. Graeme who has been working as the Service Manager at Thunderbike has now taken on the role of Operations Manager. He is still in charge of the Service Dept., so for all your servicing and repair needs please contact Graeme on 03 5485787 or email: servwriter@thunderbike.co.nz

PARTS & ACCESSORIES PERSON: Richard Shaw, who joined us late last year in the Parts & Accessories dept, has unfortunately had to return to the UK, we now have a vacancy for this position. We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic person to join the Thunderbike team that can fulfill this role with minimum training and supervision. The person would be responsible for all parts & accessory sales as well as our international export orders.

SERVICE TECHNICIAN: Due to expansion, the position of Service Technician is to become available in the next few weeks. We require a competent team player with good working skills. Triumph and BMW experience would be a distinct advantage to any applicant.

If you think you fit the bill, then please write to Graeme at the address below or email him.If you have a current CV please include it with an informal letter of introduction in the first instance.

BIKE SALES

$14995 FOR A NEW TRIUMPH SPRINT RS!: Save literally thousands on a NEW Triumph Sprint RS. Call Jason in our sales department now for details on this incredible deal. THERE IS ONLY 1 at this price, so ACT NOW! and give him a call on 03 5485787 or 021 682946 This model also comes with a colour matched belly pan.

THUNDERBIKE USED BIKE SALES: If you require info on our latest used bike stock, please call Jason Howcroft on 03 5485787 or visit our website. Our bike stock changes daily, so to get the latest update of our BIKE STOCK go to the website to see what we have on offer for you. LIVE OUT OF TOWN? We can supply a video of any bike in stock and remember we can arrange delivery anywhere in NZ or organise a "Flyride"

END OF SEASON SALE!: Thunderbike are selling selected bikes from the ANZMTR fleet. All models regularly serviced, maintained and many still under warranty. Call Jason now FREE on 0800 THUNDER or 021 682946 or email him, for a list of stock, before it's too late!

NEW THUNDERBIKE PRODUCTS

A THUNDERBIKE CUSTOMER WRITES

At the end of our newsletters, we ask if you guys have any comments submissions, articles or photographs for our newsletters. Colin Clark from Invercargill asked if he could write an article for our newsletter to tell of his experience with us and its great to know that our service is appreciated. Thank you Colin.

Hi there from the deep south of Invercargill, I have been involved with British Bikes for over 30 years, none of them the late models of the Hinckley brand that we have today, (that was up until a few weeks ago) My article is all about the word service, and how we all expect to be treated as someone would treat ourselves. I purchased a 2001 Bonniville and found this to be an amazing bike, the Triumphs have truly come a long way, I truly love my 79 Bonneville Special but this newer bike was fantastic. I decided to put a L/H mirror on it and picked up the phonebook, I rang 2 dealers closer to me and was told that they were busy and could I ring back, now I am not an impatient person however I also work in the Motor Trade and know the word Service.

I thought maybe my small purchase does not mean much to them, I decided to look on the internet and found a Triumph Dealer in Nelson called Thunderbike Powersports. One e-mail and I had the price and availability just like that, ordered the mirror and it arrived very quickly. I then found on their website the Thunderbike Products list, I really liked the performance muffler package and the bought them. It was just after that that I decided to buy a Rocket 111, to cut a long story short I purchased their demo Rocket complete with Thunderbike Performance Mufflers, what a machine, to add to this my wife decided to buy for my 50th birthday ex the UK a Rockett111 Leather Jacket and matching Belt, once again no problem to Thunderbike Powersports.

Now my point is that because of the fantastic service and advice that I received from Richard , Jason , Alan , Graeme and Dave my $160.00 mirror turned into a package that I purchased from them worth Thousands of Dollars. This Company truly knows the word SERVICE, and I cannot sing their praises higher, it is the old story sometimes we only let people know when we are disgruntled and presume that it is all part of their job; however the fact that they cared enough to be interested in my little purchase turned into a large purchase. Who knows if I had been treated right closer to home maybe I would have dealt with them, however in hindsight I am glad that I have found Thunderbike Powewsports.

Thanks Guys you do a truly fantastic job. Best Regards, Colin Clark, Invercargill.

DAVE'S TOP TIP!

Thunderbike service technician Dave Wilson shares his knowledge and wisdom to hopefully help you out or just give you some general useful information. If you have any questions please email us (subject- tech question) and we will do our best to answer it, or, if you have any tips of your own, let us know! Anyway here goes:

This time of year we can all get a bit complacent, not exercising and lazing around on the couch. Our bike’s can also sit idle in the garage for weeks, battery and tyres going flat, petrol going stale (esp. NZ petrol) What happens when the sun comes out, we expect them to be ready to go!
Thinking “she'll be right” is asking for trouble at best. By using an “Accumate” or “Battery doc” can eliminate flat batteries. Just leave them plugged in so they keep your battery at 100 % Priced from $85.00 is a small price to pay compared to a new genuine battery and a deflated Sunday ride!
Check your tyre pressures (when cold) and fill up with fresh petrol. With the nights being so long it’s also a good idea just to check all your lights are working. So don’t leave anything to chance, happy riding and be safe!

If you have any comments or submissions, articles or photographs for our newsletter, please contact Alan by email, (subject- newsletter) telephone or write to the address below.