MT.net Motorcycle Thread
#622
So, does anyone have an opinion on Triumph Street Triples?
I have been eyeballing this beauty on cycle trader for a few weeks now. I have the cash to buy it outright and still finish building my motor so I am really having a hard time not going for it. I have been looking at the SV650s, 08+ buells, and this bike. Something about this bike just makes me tingle in all the right places. I don't know anyone who has owned one though so I don't know if it will be a maintenance nightmare or if it has any major issues of which I should be made aware.
I have been eyeballing this beauty on cycle trader for a few weeks now. I have the cash to buy it outright and still finish building my motor so I am really having a hard time not going for it. I have been looking at the SV650s, 08+ buells, and this bike. Something about this bike just makes me tingle in all the right places. I don't know anyone who has owned one though so I don't know if it will be a maintenance nightmare or if it has any major issues of which I should be made aware.
#625
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The triple, imho, is an EXCELLENT bike. I've never owned or ridden one though, i just know what I've read from reviews, and i love how they sound, and they seem to perform great. I personally love the looks, but I also love the way my XB looks and some people find that hideous. It's a taste thing, but i love that bike you posted, even in the green.
Would rock one.
Would rock one.
#626
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Don't get a bike, Ryan. I want you to live.
I think this is one of the worst parts of the country to safely drive a motorcycle. It is very congested and there are lots of old people with poor eyesight and poor reflexes killing motorcyclists everyday. You live in the most densely populated county in Florida.
If you lived out in the country where it is pretty to ride and there was little traffic it would be a wonderful thing.
I think this is one of the worst parts of the country to safely drive a motorcycle. It is very congested and there are lots of old people with poor eyesight and poor reflexes killing motorcyclists everyday. You live in the most densely populated county in Florida.
If you lived out in the country where it is pretty to ride and there was little traffic it would be a wonderful thing.
#627
Don't get a bike, Ryan. I want you to live.
I think this is one of the worst parts of the country to safely drive a motorcycle. It is very congested and there are lots of old people with poor eyesight and poor reflexes killing motorcyclists everyday. You live in the most densely populated county in Florida.
If you lived out in the country where it is pretty to ride and there was little traffic it would be a wonderful thing.
I think this is one of the worst parts of the country to safely drive a motorcycle. It is very congested and there are lots of old people with poor eyesight and poor reflexes killing motorcyclists everyday. You live in the most densely populated county in Florida.
If you lived out in the country where it is pretty to ride and there was little traffic it would be a wonderful thing.
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Another vote for not riding in a congested area.
But if you must, Triumphs are awesome. Again, I haven't owned one, but I had actually planned on getting a Triumph as my next bike. Always loved Buells and drooled over Triumphs. Like fireindc said, the sound of the triple is incredible and hard to beat.
I'd have to do a speed triple though, not a street triple... because torque.
But if you must, Triumphs are awesome. Again, I haven't owned one, but I had actually planned on getting a Triumph as my next bike. Always loved Buells and drooled over Triumphs. Like fireindc said, the sound of the triple is incredible and hard to beat.
I'd have to do a speed triple though, not a street triple... because torque.
#629
Loved my Daytona. Love my new Tiger. Motor is sweet, sound is sweet, torque from a 3 cylinder makes it so nice to live with in the real world vs a 600 4 cylinder. The street triple would be an excellent bike. I see he has the full GB Racing protection package on it as well. Nice peace of mind.
#631
God yes!!!
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I can't imbed on my phone. Deal with it.
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I can't imbed on my phone. Deal with it.
#634
1290 Super Duke R is good. Real good.
I traded the KLX250 supermoto I mentioned a few pages ago off last weekend for an 04 CBR600RR, and promptly sold the CBR on Monday. I think I want a Monster. I also need wheels/ tires and a clutch for my stupid Miata. And a motor. And paint. And seats. And shock mounts. And mufflers.
I should update my build thread...
I traded the KLX250 supermoto I mentioned a few pages ago off last weekend for an 04 CBR600RR, and promptly sold the CBR on Monday. I think I want a Monster. I also need wheels/ tires and a clutch for my stupid Miata. And a motor. And paint. And seats. And shock mounts. And mufflers.
I should update my build thread...
#635
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Getting her all pretty for spring with some new parts. Got a new seat, which I LOVE. It's taller and has more cushion. I also pained the framerails black, (actually plasti-dip so I can go back if i want), and chopped the windscreen so it doesn't stick up quite as much. Between the mods, it really balanced out the look of the bike, imo.
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So far i love it, being 6'1" i fit the bike even better with the higher seat, and lower pegs(lightning pegs). It's much more comfortable, and the GF likes it better too.
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Ahhh yes... Looking at it closer I can see it's not the same as the STT seat. It looks comfy! Lightning pegs on an R make it sooooo much better. One of my favorite mods, and I'm only 5'8".
Ride safe sir.
Ride safe sir.
#639
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I really have not gotten to drag any knees yet due to the canyons and twisties being dirty from winter (and the sand/salt they put down everywhere). So just cruising for now Soon though..
Last edited by Fireindc; 04-08-2014 at 03:30 PM.