Street Triple. Oh. Em. Geeee!

ipip · Borekit Bruiser Joined: 18 Nov 2013 Karma :

Finally found somewhere that would let me (new rider) test ride the Street Triple (thank you Bevan MC, Cardiff) and all I can say is, wow Shocked

Having so far ridden a CG125 (CBT), CBF125 (6 months on L plates) and a Fazer 600 and SV650 for my DAS, I don't have a huge riding history, but the ST is clearly on another level.

The good news was it was perfectly tame at low revs and I could easily see myself riding one. Even being a bit nervous at first, the bike didn't bite and I never felt like I wasn't in control. My god, it just keeps pulling and I probably only used half the rev range Very Happy

The sound was everything I expected, I love that Triple whine. My CBF is silent by comparison.

The not so good? The steering felt a bit heavier than I expected, but after 30 mins I think I was getting more confident and used to it. The buffeting at 70 was far more than I expected, although the weather was crap today so that probably didn't help. It felt a bit skittish in the wind; is that a common issue with these or was it just the high winds? I got the OH to jump on the back and she wasn't impressed (static only), but again, she's never ridden pillion and it was the feeling of being perched high, more than her general position/comfort.

So, do I buy one or not? I'm still going to try the ER6F, to see whether I really prefer a faired bike enough to make a head over heart decision, but I suspect I'll still have a hankering for the ST. If I can't get the OH to like the Triumph though, it could turn into an expensive commuter.

Decisions, decisions...

TL;DR

Street Triple Very Happy

Dave500 · Traffic Copper Joined: 26 Feb 2014 Karma :

I think you'll find the triumph a hell of a lot more exciting than the kawaker but your OH will prefer it.
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DottyDuck · Nearly there... Joined: 12 Nov 2012 Karma :

It depends how much your OH will go as pillion. If it isn't a lot then go with the bike you like! street triple seems a good choice Wink

also try a pillion pal she may feel much more comfortable having something to grip that is in front of her rather than behind her.

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Motorcycle-Pillion-Passenger-Motorbike-Handles-Jet-Ski-Love-Pal-Grab-Safety-Belt-/271024342368?pt=UK_Other_Clothing_Protection&hash=item3f1a4f4560
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P.addy · *Formerly known as* P. Joined: 14 Feb 2008 Karma :

Yamaha MT09...

USDs, radial brakes, underslung can.

Makes sense.

I'd have a used triple at used prices, never from a dealer though. MT09 however... Wink

stonesie · World Chat Champion Joined: 04 Jul 2010 Karma :

You get all that on the Street Triple, but it's less hairy than the MT-09, surely that makes the Triumph a better bike for the beginner?

When I tested the MT-09 I had already had a go on a STR and the only thing the MT did better was to pick it's front wheel up, unexpectedly Shocked

and it would have been a little lighter on the wallet but in every other way the STR was a better bike FOR ME. Other peoples opinions may vary and both bikes have no trouble selling Thumbs Up

If the OP can find a friendly Yamaha dealer then try both the 09 and 07.

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andys675 · World Chat Champion Joined: 08 Feb 2007 Karma :

buy the ST from bevans, they're a great bunch and have been triumph dealers since before they got so popular, and know what they're doing with em
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recman · World Chat Champion Joined: 26 Mar 2012 Karma :

I'll be having a spin on an MT09 in the near future after the sales guy at Flitwick bigged it up large.
I reckon I've been riding the Triple long enough to make a decent comparison.

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ipip · Borekit Bruiser Joined: 18 Nov 2013 Karma :

I probably was holding on too tight, it's something I had to work on during DAS and as I started to relax more it all started feeling much better.

Still grinning now just remembering the first moment I opened up to join a dual carriageway Very Happy

Golgarth · Nova Slayer Joined: 09 Apr 2013 Karma :

I used to have an ER6f and I can honestly tell you that the 6f is the more comfy cruiser, and is a whole heap better on fuel, and you would be totally insane to take the ER6f over a Street Triple. I test rode the triple after writing off the 6f, they are worlds apart, the triple handles ten times better than the 6f, it accelerates MUCH better than the 6f, and the suspension is infinitely better.

The ER6f is the cheaper to run/buy/insure option, the STriple is the faster, more fun, BETTER bike.

Mario_Kempes · Trackday Trickster Joined: 12 Jun 2013 Karma :

Oh. Em. Gee?

Oh my god?

OMG?

https://funnyanimalpictures.funnypicturesutopia.com/pics/8/What-Ever-Happened-To-Men-Fashion--Funny-Comparisson-Picture.jpg

ipip · Borekit Bruiser Joined: 18 Nov 2013 Karma :