What am I in for? Street Triple RX

[chinajack10]

Well, I'm finally getting rid of my assless chaps and nipple tassles by ditching my Triumph Speedmaster and will be picking up my STRX next week. To say I'm excited is an understatement. I havent actually ridden the RX, just had the R out for a couple of hours.

I haven't opened it up properly so don't really know the abilities of the bike. My main questions are, what should I look out for? What should I add?

It is pretty much a STR but with a Daytona rear frame which alters the seating position. I couldn't believe how light this bike is, it is like sitting astride a 125 (until you get moving). I really liked the quickshifter and really enjoyed the torque this bike had. I know a lot of people love these and wouldn't change for the world so can anyone explain why this is?

I was also looking at an S1000R but that would have just been 60% wasted as I wouldn't be able to use all the power.

[Matt B]

[P.addy]

Genuine query, why did you pick the 1050 over the 675?

From what I've noticed, its a bit heavier, not a lot faster and has a lot less "fun" included in the bundle for a bit more cash. I'm one who likes more cc, but the 675 is just hooligan and sensible all in one, you seem to lose both with the 1050.

But yes, the noise, watch out for that and always wear wipe clean trousers.

[chinajack10]

Wahey, what a lump I am. SPEEDmaster to STREET Triple.

I have gone for the Street Triple. I don't think the have the Speed RX but they did have a 94 edition.

My mistake, best get used to it.

[P.addy]

Then what Matt B said.

Enjoy it, you'll love it. My brother in law just got one, albeit the standard Street with some add ons.... what an influence The whole world is going to follow, I did say this.

[Albigularis]

[chinajack10]

So I gather from here that I am choosing the right bike. There isn't much out there with the same feel. I will update this once I've spent a bit of time on it.

[stonesie]

You will love it but one thing to watch is the rear seat cowl, they have a bad habit of popping off on the Daytona and some rx owners are getting it too. Fit a tether.
Other than that, get a few miles on it then get the suspension set up and enjoy.

[Pigeon]

[Supermoto_Fan]

Bit off topic but i really like the speed triple 94 editon colours ... Shame about the bike itself
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[chinajack10]

Yeah I have to agree, after being on the STRX the Speedmaster was absolutely gutless. Actually, it was after I stepped of the S 1000 R a couple of weeks ago.

Now i'm accruing all I need to make it a bit more "mine". SC Projects silencer, bar end mirrors, tail tidy etc.

[Pigeon]

[chinajack10]

I suppose it depends on what dealer you are dealing with. My guys in Manchester are a good bunch and appreciate bikes are heavily modified posessions.

My last one had none stock, none Triumph pipes on and I've had multiple visits to them. I do keep my OEM kit as when it comes to sell it is much easier to sell a stock bike rather than a personalised/modified bike.

Hopefully what you said is incorrect

[stonesie]

My dealer had no problem putting the arrow map on the bike at it's 500 miles service with the remus can on there (for FREE!), also said the only warranty I had voided was on the standard can itself, the rest of the bike is still covered until October.

[Pigeon]

My dealer said "humm, not 100% sure that would be covered, check with Triumph".

So I contaced Triumph and they said:
"I am afraid that we can only advise on the fitment of the Arrow exhaust systems in combination with correct tune as these have undergone intensive testing and approval by ourselves. Therefore I am afraid fitment of an aftermarket exhaust system would invalidate the manufactures warranty."

If your dealer has given the goahead, then hopefully they would bend over backwards to make sure any claim went through.

[andys675]

had the arrow on mine for the first 10 months, even with the baffle out it was quieter than the SC conic I replaced it with, and you can notice the extra oomph from the SC, been running it for 14 months now with the SC on arrow map and a daytona front sprocket (-1 tooth) 6500 miles of smiles
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[Pigeon]

SC Conic does look good and sound incredible.

Another punter at local shop had done the same, it was brilliant.

[Iain.]

I'm sure the Street Triple is the modern day Bandit.

They really are hard to fault in terms of smiles per miles though.

[Moxey]

[chinajack10]

So I picked the bike up yesterday. I've got to say it is a beautiful looking bike. I think the Daytona rear section really sets this bike off. Also the red wheels, and matt silver colour scheme make it look very nice. I had a few admiring glances and quite a few comments on my ride home (via everywhere).

The only issue I'm having is the running in period. This bike is screaming for me to open it up.

The additions over the standard are actually worth the money in my opinion. Suspension setup, rear profile, engine tuning and ofcourse the almighty quickshifter (so much fun)

[stonesie]

[chinajack10]

I'll definitely look at getting the suspension set up, after only 80 miles on the thing I'm not quite sure what the setup should be yet.

I've not been hammering the bike, but trying to keep this thing under 5000rpm was extremely difficult, hence my questioning. This quickshifter really wants you to belt it but I'm having to refrain. Pity.

Very much fun has been had over 80 miles. One thing that is glaringly obvious to me on this is the handling. It goes round bends like you want it to. I've even had to readjust my line as it has turned in more than I was expecting.

[P.addy]

I'd have ragged it when warm after 5 miles and just changed oil regularly until 500 miles. But it's your money.

You can rag it when warm...It really is no issue.

[Pigeon]