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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
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