Posted by sirrix on October 29, 2007, 11:41 am
> Jammers wrote:
> > Hey I finally picked up my America last night and it is better than I
> > expected! The bike had only 13500 km on it but the back brake pads had
> > disintigrated! Luckily I had some spare pads from a Honda and was able
> > to cut them to fit my America. (No Triumph dealer in my Province - had
> > to order them in and won't see them till next week!) Strange for
> > brakes to wear out that quick!
> > The bike has plenty of power for an 800cc machine. the seat is very
> > comfortable and the bike turns heads. I adjusted the handlebars
> > upwards a little and she is very comfortable to drive. I intend on
> > getting a windshield but at $549 Cnd I expect it won't be a Triumph
> > windshield!
> > The only thing I don't like about the bike is the sound - could be a
> > bit beefier. Triumph can't do anything about that I know due to the
> > Emmisions standards they have to meet. I may invest in some
> > aftermarket pipes next year, but it's not a priority.
> > Can't wait to get out on it this evening!!!
> > Jammers
> Just replaced the rear pads (and the buggered up disc) on my 2006
> Speedmaster. I picked it up 2nd hand with 10k on it - replaced the rear
> set at 11k!
> Previous owner must have not realised the front brakes existed! (Or
> stock are really shitty pads).
> Replacements are EBC Sintered + EBC disc.
Well according to what you just told me there is a good chance the
stock brake pads are crap. (or there were 2 previous owners that drove
around with their foot on the brakes!)
Put over 300km on the bike this weekend, I must say I really like this
machine! Lots of power for an 800cc, handles great and looks awesome!
I can get 275km on 13L of gas, not bad at all.Will be adding a
windshield and backrest over the winter.
Cheers!
Jammers
Posted by someone on October 29, 2007, 2:52 pm
>I've got a 2005 Speedmaster, and I am wondering whether any anti-
>freezing steps need to be taken even though I'll still be riding. Last
>night the temperatures were in the 30's so I just want to check to see
>if anything negative will happen if I leave it in the cold for a day
>or two.. Thoughts?
antifreeze if it's water cooled. have it tested if you don't have a squeezy
bulb tester. tires goof? battery fresh and charged? monkey behind the bars
know how to ride wet and frozen roads?
the bike will be fine if the battery is good and cool sys prepared. basically
same concerns as for a car. make sure you have thinner, winter oil.
VERY IMPORTANT! make sure the monkey has REALLY warm or electric gloves. cold
hands can kill. keep the rest warm, too. i have email bodies in russia who
ride when it's -30f and think it's the balls. they all practice riding on
shit, rain, and snow.
if you are sufficently insane to cold ride, have fun, be careful!
Posted by Black Campbell on October 29, 2007, 9:29 pm
Should be fine. I ride through winter all the time. Of course it's a
bit warmer in general here in New Mexico, but I've ridden in weather
down to 0 F. Just make sure you keep the battery charged and give it
time to warm up.
I only had trouble with my Sprint not wanting to shift first to second
until she was warmed up. The new Speed Triple doesn't like to start the
first push of the starter (but always the second); just their particular
quirks.
sirrix wrote:
> I've got a 2005 Speedmaster, and I am wondering whether any anti-
> freezing steps need to be taken even though I'll still be riding. Last
> night the temperatures were in the 30's so I just want to check to see
> if anything negative will happen if I leave it in the cold for a day
> or two.. Thoughts?
>
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> > Hey I finally picked up my America last night and it is better than I
> > expected! The bike had only 13500 km on it but the back brake pads had
> > disintigrated! Luckily I had some spare pads from a Honda and was able
> > to cut them to fit my America. (No Triumph dealer in my Province - had
> > to order them in and won't see them till next week!) Strange for
> > brakes to wear out that quick!
> > The bike has plenty of power for an 800cc machine. the seat is very
> > comfortable and the bike turns heads. I adjusted the handlebars
> > upwards a little and she is very comfortable to drive. I intend on
> > getting a windshield but at $549 Cnd I expect it won't be a Triumph
> > windshield!
> > The only thing I don't like about the bike is the sound - could be a
> > bit beefier. Triumph can't do anything about that I know due to the
> > Emmisions standards they have to meet. I may invest in some
> > aftermarket pipes next year, but it's not a priority.
> > Can't wait to get out on it this evening!!!
> > Jammers
> Just replaced the rear pads (and the buggered up disc) on my 2006
> Speedmaster. I picked it up 2nd hand with 10k on it - replaced the rear
> set at 11k!
> Previous owner must have not realised the front brakes existed! (Or
> stock are really shitty pads).
> Replacements are EBC Sintered + EBC disc.