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  1. learningtofly

    learningtofly He’s not the Messiah, he’s a very naughty boy!
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    #1 learningtofly, Oct 13, 2018
    Well, after much stress, excitement and sleepless nights, and just one day after passing my Mod 2, my Street Twin is here. I spent literally weeks watching and reading reviews, and seeking advice from the many bikers I know. The key issues for me were that I wanted a retro roadster style; it had to be naked; the seat had to be no more than 800mm; and I wanted an engine size of under a litre.

    Triumph was always a nose in front of everything else, although I did seriously consider a Ducatii Scrambler (fit and finish not as good as others I was looking at) and an R9T (just a little larger and more powerful than I wanted/needed). Despite nearly cracking when I tested an incredible limited edition Stripple, in the end it came down to to Street Twin and the T100.

    I'd like to have been able to go for the T100 but in reality the ST was much more comfortable (I'm quite short at 5'6"); I could flat foot it, and I knew I could add some bits and pieces to get it how I wanted. In the end, then, that's what I did, and in addition to the stock bike I opted for:

    Fox adjustable RSU
    Heated grips
    Luggage rack & grab rail
    Centre stand
    Drilled chain guard
    Knee and tank pads
    Dresser bars
    Flyscreen
    Engine case protectors
    CNC machined front reservoir

    I've done about 50 miles on it since this picking it up yesterday morning, and to say I love it would be an understatement. The low rumbling engine tone is to die for, and it's such a comfortable and easy bike to ride. I can't believe that 900cc of engine can be so undemanding!

    Anyway, I shot a few pics on my phone, and I'm about to go for another nice ride on it today. I'm totally smitten.

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  2. Yorkshireman

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    #2 Yorkshireman, Oct 13, 2018
    Great looking bike Tony, sounds like you’ve found the right bike for you, I wish you many safe and happy miles on it. I like the look of the exhausts, sort of Thruxton style, much better than the T100/T120 in my opinion and room to get at the chain adjusters too. :)
     
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  3. learningtofly

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    #3 learningtofly, Oct 13, 2018
    Thank you. I agree abut the exhaust - I know the T100's is the pursist's exhaust but I much prefer this one.
     
  4. learningtofly

    learningtofly He’s not the Messiah, he’s a very naughty boy!
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    #3 learningtofly, Oct 13, 2018
    You may have done...
     
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  5. dilligaf

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    #4 dilligaf, Oct 13, 2018
    Chuffed to bits for you mate :)
    And the best colour BLACK :cool:
    Enjoy your new ride :p
     
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  6. learningtofly

    learningtofly He’s not the Messiah, he’s a very naughty boy!
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    #5 learningtofly, Oct 13, 2018
    Thank you very much!
     
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  7. Repooh

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    #6 Repooh, Oct 13, 2018
    She’s a beauty, Like you I’m new to biking and like you have the same bike, just reached 1100 miles and loving it. Changed tyres for Continental Road Attack 3’s and only today a set of Hagon 2810’s arrived. Too many bits available to buy

    Ride safe, she will keep you smiling for sure
     
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  8. learningtofly

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    #7 learningtofly, Oct 13, 2018
    Thank you, and you too!
     
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  9. Tricky159

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    #8 Tricky159, Oct 13, 2018
    Nice machine you have there . Enjoy...
     
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  10. learningtofly

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    #9 learningtofly, Oct 14, 2018
    Cheers :)
     
  11. BigCLM

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    #10 BigCLM, Oct 14, 2018
    I trust you will like yours as much as I like mine. I have had mine for 11 months and have done 4,000 miles so far. The bike has run perfectly. Not a single issue. I have a few upgrades that you can see below. Wind screen (touring screen) really helps make the ride effortless. I also have saddle bags, rear rack, tank knee pads, engine badges and some cool side covers.

    Enjoy your new ride and be safe.

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  12. Tucker 1963

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    #11 Tucker 1963, Oct 14, 2018
    Great looking bike and in the best colour BLACK:p Enjoy the Ride _20181013_225411.jpg _20180929_130428.jpg Tucker
     
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  13. learningtofly

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    #12 learningtofly, Oct 14, 2018
    Lovely. I may think about getting a larger screen but I'll see how i get on with the flyscreen for a while first.
     
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    #13 Munchen, Oct 14, 2018
    That is a very beautiful motorcycle. I know that feeling of picking up a new ride after spending weeks/months of reading and dreaming. Not had it for almost 20-years though.

    Enjoy the late summer. Where do you usually ride out to on a sunny weekend? Being in London I'd guess Brighton or Hastings might be a good destination.
     
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    #14 learningtofly, Oct 14, 2018
    Thank you. Yes, they'll be great runs when the weather is nice enough. I'll be riding through the winter, but only when the rain holds off and preferably when the sun's out (thank god for heated grips) :)
     
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  16. Dartplayer

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    #15 Dartplayer, Oct 14, 2018
    Cool ride, can feel the excitement. It’s is the same for me after 4 months and may it continue.
    Best for you and your triple, be safe
     
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    #16 figwold, Oct 14, 2018
    What a lovely bike, enjoy it!
     
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  18. learningtofly

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    #17 learningtofly, Oct 14, 2018
    Thanks very much! :)
     
  19. Rich Bryce

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    #18 Rich Bryce, Oct 14, 2018
    Welcome aboard. IMO the Street Twin is the better of the two bikes anyway. Same engine, lighter frame, quicker turning in. The rest is all cosmetics.
     
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    #19 BigCLM, Oct 14, 2018
    The touring screen actually works quite well. Even at 70-80 MPH do wind pressure to deal with. Very comfortable. I'm 5'9" so it should also work well for you.
     
  21. learningtofly

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    #20 learningtofly, Oct 14, 2018
    Thank you.

    Yes, I certainly found it easier, and having clocked up my first 100 miles I can't believe how familiar it feels. Perfect bike for me!
     
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