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stinkwheel
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PostPosted: 16:25 - 05 Jul 2017    Post subject: Triumph Thunderbird stolen from Leith, *FOUND* Reply with quote
On the 4th of July between 10pm & 9 am from Leith.

Maroon Triumph Thunderbird M479 KPF.

If you see this bike, let me know by PM. Any information as to its whereabouts will be treated in confidence and acted upon.

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PostPosted: 09:39 - 06 Jul 2017    Post subject: Reply with quote
Two NEDs in balaclavas were seen in Craigentinny trying to start it and were chased off (but not caught) by the police.

They should probably consider this to have been the best option for them. The disabled pensioner they took it from is VERY well known and respected in Edinburgh motorcycling circles and things would have gone badly for anyone caught with it (and still will if their identity comes to light).

On a side note. It seems to be Triumphs which are being targetted disproportionately for theft both for joyriding and for parts. Owners of Triumphs in the central belt would be well advised to invest in some beefed up security. I'd suggest a tracker.
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PostPosted: 09:51 - 06 Jul 2017    Post subject: Reply with quote
What condition was it in when it was recovered?
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PostPosted: 09:57 - 06 Jul 2017    Post subject: Reply with quote
Pete. wrote:
What condition was it in when it was recovered?


Ignition lock and the wiring around it damaged but that appears to be all.

I'm not certain on the circumstances of the theft but my suspicion is it would probably have an element of burglary. To my knowledge, it was kept in a walled rear yard only accessible by going through the house.
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PostPosted: 10:16 - 06 Jul 2017    Post subject: Reply with quote
stinkwheel wrote:
The disabled pensioner they took it from is VERY well known and respected in Edinburgh motorcycling circles and things would have gone badly for anyone caught with it (and still will if their identity comes to light).

Why, somebody oughta.

I guess this rare success was as a result of Operation Actually Do Some Bloody Policing.

Although that itself may have be the result of targetted attacks on coppers.

Sounds like its game on, although I doubt that any significant judicial penalties will follow.
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PostPosted: 12:31 - 06 Jul 2017    Post subject: Reply with quote
Rogerborg wrote:
I guess this rare success was as a result of Operation Actually Do Some Bloody Policing.

My guess is that it's pure chance and sod all to do with any special operation...
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PostPosted: 12:33 - 06 Jul 2017    Post subject: Reply with quote
Further news.

Apparently there was a device of some sort taped to the ignition switch connector block when the bike was recovered. Suggests they have an SOP for hotwiring triumphs.
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PostPosted: 13:04 - 06 Jul 2017    Post subject: Reply with quote
Check for blood and preserve it if you can, did it get dusted?

A canny guy I know kept a peice of evidence from a bike theft in order to put the guy away again when he gets out..dem finger prints Laughing Allegedly

Personally I think its bullshit Whistle
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PostPosted: 13:07 - 06 Jul 2017    Post subject: Reply with quote
Alpineandy wrote:
Rogerborg wrote:
I guess this rare success was as a result of Operation Actually Do Some Bloody Policing.

My guess is that it's pure chance and sod all to do with any special operation...


My guess is Roger was well aware of that; and of the fact they'd doubtless claim it anyway, regardless.
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PostPosted: 13:42 - 06 Jul 2017    Post subject: Reply with quote
stinkwheel wrote:

They should probably consider this to have been the best option for them


I know I would. Those Thunderbirds are utter shit.

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j/k - hope the owner gets it sorted
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stinkwheel
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PostPosted: 13:48 - 06 Jul 2017    Post subject: Reply with quote
Kris wrote:


I know I would. Those Thunderbirds are utter shit.


They're pretty good for someone with an artificial hip, one leg longer than the other, two toes off, and a finger off his clutch hand.

Anyway, he makes up for it with his other triumph which is an X75 Hurricaine and is kept elsewhere.
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PostPosted: 14:13 - 06 Jul 2017    Post subject: Reply with quote
stinkwheel wrote:
On a side note. It seems to be Triumphs which are being targetted disproportionately for theft both for joyriding and for parts. Owners of Triumphs in the central belt would be well advised to invest in some beefed up security. I'd suggest a tracker.


Probably good idea to stop buying 2nd hand parts of dubious origin so fueling the market as well. Thumbs Up
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PostPosted: 14:23 - 06 Jul 2017    Post subject: Reply with quote
arry wrote:
My guess is Roger was well aware of that; and of the fact they'd doubtless claim it anyway, regardless.

Undoubtedly, but I'm not sure everyone else appreciated that.
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PostPosted: 15:09 - 06 Jul 2017    Post subject: Reply with quote
sickpup wrote:
stinkwheel wrote:
On a side note. It seems to be Triumphs which are being targetted disproportionately for theft both for joyriding and for parts. Owners of Triumphs in the central belt would be well advised to invest in some beefed up security. I'd suggest a tracker.


Probably good idea to stop buying 2nd hand parts of dubious origin so fueling the market as well. Thumbs Up

How do you know (serious question)? Assuming genuine breakers on eBay are ok, but someone breaking a bike on gumtree not?
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PostPosted: 15:29 - 06 Jul 2017    Post subject: Reply with quote
M.C wrote:
How do you know (serious question)? Assuming genuine breakers on eBay are ok, but someone breaking a bike on gumtree not?


No easy answer to that one.
Ever since the rise of Ebay there have been sellers selling stolen parts. The easiest way is when a part arrives with a data-tag mark use it to check up on whether the bike was stolen. Also if the part seems extremely cheap question why.
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