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Sharky TT Racer
Joined: 06 Dec 2009 Posts: 1163 Location: At bloody work probably!
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Posted: Tue Apr 16, 2013 1:13 pm Post subject: Question for the Triumph lovers.... |
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I know that there are a number of you on here who hold the Street Tripple in high esteem, but i wonder if anyone has any experiance of the speed four's? I know that it is basically a stripped down version of the TT600 and gets good reviews in terms of handling etc but there is often no mention of comfort....
I am begining to develop back problems recently, mainly down to working too many hours and doing two jobs in order to pay moving house and the wedding that i had previously thought of as a long way off.....
Nothing serious so far, just an intermittant ache that makes me think twice about a bike ride incase i flare it up.
In a nutshell, I think the R1 is going to have to be sacrificed for something that i am not going to be put off riding just in case i have a bad day, but i still want something that is a bit of fun and looks good. If i'm honest i never really got attached to the yammy in terms of riding enjoyment, but it was my boyhood dream to own one and i do love the way she looks.
Why not just by the Stripple i hear you shout...?! Easy answer - I can't afford one! The Speed Fours are bloody reasonably priced considering, and i should be able to sell the 2000 R1 for around about the price of a 2003+ Triumph.
I know there are other options ie. Fazers, bandit's, SV's etc but none of them really get my motor running to look at.
Any ideas, comments or advice warmly welcomed _________________ Not man enough for an R1....... FZ1's are cooler anyway |
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Carnage British Superbike Racer
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Posted: Tue Apr 16, 2013 2:37 pm Post subject: |
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Yup...GSX1400....nice riding position....lots and lots of grunt and for a big girl turns a corner fairly nimbly ....Barry h once commented id not have the 14 very long as i prefer a spirited ride but once he'd seen the 14 in action even he was surprised at how quick she can change direction.
basically it does everything its designed for and a lot more. _________________ Rust is lighter than carbon fibre! |
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biggus illitterātus
Joined: 21 Aug 2004 Posts: 31748 Location: Hotel California
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Posted: Tue Apr 16, 2013 3:22 pm Post subject: |
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Having seen the persistent and expensive charging problems that Redrat had with his TT600, I would perhaps say "avoid"... Get something more mainstream of the Bandit/Fazer/CBF ilk that you can repair via ebay easily if needed.
Street triple pulls you forward a little by the way.
Ride a few different bikes and see what you like _________________
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Simon Smith Despatch Rider
Joined: 16 May 2011 Posts: 162 Location: Oxted
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Posted: Tue Apr 16, 2013 5:46 pm Post subject: |
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Now I love Triumphs, but I agree with biggus. I don't think the speed 4 / TT600 was their best effort. The best feature of most Triumphs is that tripple engine, if I was going for a four it would probaby be from Japan. |
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Tango Sicknote - The Prophet Of Doom
Joined: 30 Dec 2005 Posts: 5854 Location: Looking for a + 10 @ Rising :-0
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Posted: Tue Apr 16, 2013 6:39 pm Post subject: |
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For your price bracket, have a look at the 2003 Kawa Z1000. Still the best looking Z1000 imo and good fun to ride.
Regreted selling mine _________________
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nosnowking World Superbike Racer
Joined: 23 Apr 2009 Posts: 1907
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Posted: Tue Apr 16, 2013 6:51 pm Post subject: |
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I know this isn't helpful, but it depends what you want...
What's most important to you? Fairing? Torque? Comfort? Reliability? Handling? Etc...
Most modern bikes will handle surprisingly well even if they're not a "sports bike". The bandit 1250 handles superbly and has all the grunt you need, despite being a heavy beast. And then of course there's the gsx14 as MrE suggested. There's always the good ol' VFR if you want something softer but still sports orientated. The older pre-VTEC ones sound best Even the Sprint 1050 might just be coming down to your price range if you shop around. |
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moriwaki Fleetwood Mac
Joined: 20 Jan 2007 Posts: 4076 Location: Stuck in the middle.
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Posted: Tue Apr 16, 2013 7:22 pm Post subject: |
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I'd suggest a Tuono . But then i'm not buying a house or planning a wedding just yet. Seriously a great bike but for the up-keep.
Tango's suggestion is good and i've seen HCMS make progress on the old ZRX 1200.....and yes, i do miss mine. _________________ Just call me Waki. |
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Sharky TT Racer
Joined: 06 Dec 2009 Posts: 1163 Location: At bloody work probably!
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Posted: Tue Apr 16, 2013 10:18 pm Post subject: |
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MrE wrote: | Yup...GSX1400....nice riding position....lots and lots of grunt and for a big girl turns a corner fairly nimbly ....Barry h once commented id not have the 14 very long as i prefer a spirited ride but once he'd seen the 14 in action even he was surprised at how quick she can change direction.
basically it does everything its designed for and a lot more. |
You know, when I read that the first time I dismissed it cause I wasn't interested in riding a seventies retro bike. I suppose I just assumed its not my kind of thing.
I have now looked at a couple on t'web and am starting to come around I think..... _________________ Not man enough for an R1....... FZ1's are cooler anyway |
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Sharky TT Racer
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Posted: Tue Apr 16, 2013 10:20 pm Post subject: |
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biggus wrote: | Having seen the persistent and expensive charging problems that Redrat had with his TT600, I would perhaps say "avoid"... Get something more mainstream of the Bandit/Fazer/CBF ilk that you can repair via ebay easily if needed.
Street triple pulls you forward a little by the way.
Ride a few different bikes and see what you like |
Cheers for the advice on the speed Dunc, I was drawn to it for its looks but could do without a troublesome pet! _________________ Not man enough for an R1....... FZ1's are cooler anyway |
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Sharky TT Racer
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Posted: Tue Apr 16, 2013 10:21 pm Post subject: |
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Tango wrote: | For your price bracket, have a look at the 2003 Kawa Z1000. Still the best looking Z1000 imo and good fun to ride.
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Still a little out of my price range, but maybe next time! _________________ Not man enough for an R1....... FZ1's are cooler anyway |
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Sharky TT Racer
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Posted: Tue Apr 16, 2013 10:23 pm Post subject: |
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moriwaki wrote: | I'd suggest a Tuono . |
You must be joking... All I've heard you do is complain about that thing _________________ Not man enough for an R1....... FZ1's are cooler anyway |
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Sharky TT Racer
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Posted: Tue Apr 16, 2013 10:26 pm Post subject: |
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nosnowking wrote: | I know this isn't helpful, but it depends what you want...
What's most important to you? Fairing? Torque? Comfort? Reliability? Handling? Etc...
Most modern bikes will handle surprisingly well even if they're not a "sports bike". The bandit 1250 handles superbly and has all the grunt you need, despite being a heavy beast. And then of course there's the gsx14 as MrE suggested. There's always the good ol' VFR if you want something softer but still sports orientated. The older pre-VTEC ones sound best Even the Sprint 1050 might just be coming down to your price range if you shop around. |
Comfort and handling really, but looks are important to a youngster like me ya know reliability is always important mind! _________________ Not man enough for an R1....... FZ1's are cooler anyway |
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summerman British Superbike Racer
Joined: 03 Apr 2009 Posts: 1269 Location: Pound Hill Crawley, West Sussex
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How about the Honda CB1300? something similar to the GSX1400! Now thinking completely out of the box, how about an HD roadster 883, very cool looking bike and in the contrary that many people think it is as not expensive as you may think! _________________ The road to success is always under construction.
Hard work never killed anybody, but why take a chance?
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biggus illitterātus
Joined: 21 Aug 2004 Posts: 31748 Location: Hotel California
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Posted: Wed Apr 17, 2013 2:41 pm Post subject: |
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I might have a CB1300 for sale soon _________________
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There are II types of people in the world: those who understand Roman numerals and those who don't.
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summerman British Superbike Racer
Joined: 03 Apr 2009 Posts: 1269 Location: Pound Hill Crawley, West Sussex
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Posted: Wed Apr 17, 2013 2:43 pm Post subject: |
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biggus wrote: | I might have a CB1300 for sale soon |
If I had the extra dosh i'd buy it of you to commute to work! _________________ The road to success is always under construction.
Hard work never killed anybody, but why take a chance?
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nosnowking World Superbike Racer
Joined: 23 Apr 2009 Posts: 1907
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Posted: Thu Apr 18, 2013 12:17 am Post subject: |
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Sharky, if you're out testing bikes go and try a couple that you wouldn't normally consider and keep an open mind. Bigger isn't always better...
I've been using FC's SV650 this week for work, and I've not had so much fun on a bike in a long time. Even with 30k miles on the clock and knackered head bearings it handles like nothing on earth. Just throw it into corners, no slowing down for roundabouts it doesn't matter that on paper it's underpowered as it'll carry so much corner speed, as long as you ride smoothly. Brilliant bit of kit, although the seating positions a bit cramped for me long term, maybe the naked version would be better.
It'll be easy on tyres meaning you can put proper sticky rubber on there without breaking the bank, and even riding hard I got 150 ish miles from 12 litres of fuel...result!!!
For your budget you could pick up a pointy model with the adjustable suspension, and probably kitted out with a load of extras.
Just my tuppence... Again. |
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