[NMGlocker]

The Triumphs are cool "retro" bikes.
Good choice.
I'm in love with the new 675 Daytona and the Speed Triple.
Great bikes with character.

 

[fnfalman]

Congratulations! The Thruxton is tres retro chic and fun as hell to ride.

 

[Dogbite]

The Thruxton is a very cool bike--congrats!! It reminds me of an old Kawasaki cafe racer I used to have..just sweet.

 

[Motor-T]

Congrats.
BTW:needspics:

 

[WellArmedSheep]

Originally posted by Motor-T
Congrats.
BTW:needspics:

Here's the writeup on the Triumph site:
http://www.triumph.co.uk/usa/3351.aspx

I'll get pics of mine up ASAP. Pick it up TOMORROW!

 

[One Ragged Hole]

In my opinion (as worthless as it is), the rear fender looks like a helmet is strapped to it. A BIG helmet. That said, Triumph's are Old World Cool. Enjoy your new ride.
O-R-H

 

[Motor-T]

Originally posted by SCRCTeach
I'll get pics of mine up ASAP. Pick it up TOMORROW!

<--- Turns blue from holding breath

 

[WellArmedSheep]

Well, after riding it for a couple of days I called the dealership and asked how much I would lose if I traded it for a standard Bonnie. I hate to say it, but I guess I'm not as young as I once was...the riding position has done a number on my elbow that was injured in a motorcycle accident a few years ago. I'm still waiting for the call back from the dealership.

 

[Motor-T]

Oh I see. Riding takes priority over taking pictures. Good luck with the trade, I know the Thruxton is just a little too "torture rack" for me. But it is still sexy.

 

[rick601]

is it TOO sport- are you really putting weight on wrists or is the problem something else- how is the seat for comfort? Would you go distances with the bike? I'm going nuts trying to figure out what's right for me (newbie rider) just want to learn from your mistake! (Hope you don't mind- I appreciate your honesty about the trade!!)

 

[WellArmedSheep]

After spending some more time on the Thruxton I've decided to keep it. I did close to 200 miles on it this past Sunday and I didn't feel as bad afterwards as I first thought I would. I had some louder pipes put on it today and I don't feel as if I'm riding a sewing machine anymore. I'm growing more and more fond of it every day, and can't get over how durn sexy this motorcycle is. I'll get some pics up soon...right now I'm spending most of my free time riding it.

 

[fnfalman]

I'm glad that you kept the Thruxton. And if anything, I'm sure that Helibar or Gen-Mar would probably make a bar riser for this bike, if you still think that you need to raise the seating position up a bit.

 

[WellArmedSheep]

Yeah, I've looked at the Helibars but I don't much care for the look. I found a set that replaces the top triple clamp and has a set of risers built in for a regular tubular handlebar that I'll probably end up getting. Actually, there's a couple of companies that make them, British Customs and NewBonneville.com both have similar versions.

 

[Buelligan]

I wished I had replied earlier and warned you about the Thruxton's 'boy racer' riding position. It's the one redeeming quality I can find in the bike, but it's not everyones cup of tea. The riding position is as aggressive as a sportbikes.

 

[HollowHead]

Very seriously considering a new '06 Speed Triple. Any ideas? Thanks.

 

[fnfalman]

Originally posted by HollowHead
Very seriously considering a new '06 Speed Triple. Any ideas? Thanks.

You could do a lot worse. Very good price for performance. Brakes are still slightly weaker than the engine's oomph but manageable. High center of gravity (good or bad depending on your riding style). A hellacious naked bike.

 

[xring04]

uhmmmmmm when we gonna see some pics?????????????????????

 

[WellArmedSheep]

Originally posted by xring04
uhmmmmmm when we gonna see some pics?????????????????????

OH YEAH! I've been riding so much I had forgotten all about that. I heading to Deal's Gap/ Gatlinburg next weekend with a group of about 12 of my closest riding buddies...I can't wait to wring her out on the Dragon.

 

[fnfalman]

Very sweet!!!