Featured 2018 Speed Triple Rs – Ownership Thread

Never thought I would buy a naked at one point.
I always thought I would ride sportsbikes till the day I can't for whatever reason (age, health, government, poverty, ...).
I guess never say never.

So, sitting and waiting for my brand new discontinued Speed Triple RS, with weapon of gearbox destruction (qs/b) installed, to be prepared for me.
I am keeping one sportsbike just in case I do not jell with the naked lifestyle.

 

You'll be missed Mr T.

I gained a lot through reading about your experiences and the details provided on the mods you made, also supplemented by the many of the other contributors.

I suspect this thread will be continue on as your legacy

 

You've made a very good choice!

I used to be the same.

I still have a sports bike or two, however the ST RS has proven to be the best of both worlds and doesn't need to be ridden at "a hundred and plenty MPH" to come into it's own.

 

I’m on this curve now, as deposit payed and new bike being delivered next Friday, but Speed is about for a bit longer.

 

Be silly not to!

 

Let’s hope so, not ridden one yet, only tried a 2018 second gen b4, but it’s meant to be a big improvement.
I can always change name, Bryanv2 again as not my first V twin.
With luck the bar end mirrors on the Speed will fit or I can adapt without buying new ones again.

 

Huge thanks to MrTriple and everyone else on this thread. All the information has been fantastic as I prepare to invest in a 2020 RS before the new update is released.

Please could I ask for your collective experiences with the matt black paint?

First, and please don’t shoot me down!!... Has anyone tried removing any of the fluorescent yellow decals from the 2020 matt bike? Do the decals peel off with a hairdryer? Do they leave any marks or residue? I love the black, but I’m just not sure that all the “dayglow” is really me!

Secondly, how does the matt black paint look after a couple of years of riding and general wear? I guess there is no clear coat on there so I’m concerned that it might be susceptible to chips, scratches or shiny spots after a while?

Thanks again for all the other experiences and advice!

 

Thanks for the quick reply MrT. Very helpful and that Daytona tank looks beautiful. That’s the look I would hope to achieve by pulling off the decals

Anyone had any experience with peeling off the yellow?!!!

 

Hi Bentos, nice choice on wanting matte black, it gives the bike the look I think it deserves, but certainly nothing wrong with the white either. As far as matte paint not having a clear coat, it does actually. It’s all in the application as not to smooth out the paint. It’s the micro bumpy paint surface that creates the matte look. Unfortunately the decals are under the clear coat, so no removal is possible, sorry. Now, with easy care you can keep that look for many years. It’s the cleaning routine that destroys paint, not riding of the bike. I have a couple of decades of paint work correction and have seen customers destroy shinny paint in no time because of the poor paint maintenance. After each ride I use a clean microfibre cloth soaked in hot water to gently wipe down the paint, one section at a time, rinsing the cloth after the tank before I do another section. You can also apply a nano ceramic matte paint coating to further ensure the matte paint stays looking great for years. This is what I have done, and you can see that on this site as I posted up that process. So unfortunately it’s a no go on decal removal without a repaint, but rest assured you can keep the matte paint looking excellent for years. Cheers.

 

Hi there!
I PRESUME that you can take them off as you can actually buy new ones.
EB link below!
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2018-201...734461?hash=item4b795dc07d:g:Ei0AAOSw-jxetCLI

Why not cover the yellow bits with a bit of carbon fibre effect film cut to shape?
Wouldn’t take long and reversible!?

EDIT! JUST SEEN THE ABOVE!!! SORRY!! As @SteveRS says!!!

 

Wow, what a great example of how valuable these forums are!!

Thanks for the detailed information SteveRS. I’m pleased to hear that the decals have a matt clear coat over the top, as it results in a much higher quality finish. My 2015 GSX-R just has decals stuck on top of the paint, and they don’t look great with age. This does leave me in a predicament regarding all the day glow though

By the way SteveRS, a massive thanks to you for all your posts regarding the quickshifter / gearbox disasters you have endured. I’ve been really sorry to read your saga. But once again these forums are a terrific resource. I will definitely not be ticking the quickshifter box, even though Triumph are now throwing them in for free!

 

You can get it installed and switch it off? Or, take it off and sell it instead?

 

You are most welcome sir. I agree, this forum is fantastic. I’m always learning something new. Wise choice on the quickshifter (IED), not worth the chance that it could destroy your gearbox and the new bike experience. Let us know when you get the new bike, and post lots of photos too.

 

Congratulations, it sure is pretty! I’ve been looking at the same colour Speed here in SA, they have a demo marked down around 10%. Pity they offer one nothing for your bikes so if I do decide to pull the trigger trade in will not be an option. You say brand new discontinued?

Enjoy the new bike mate!

 

I do not understand, why would you not take QS which is offered for free and can be disabled in the settings?

Also, QS/B works, you just have to remember it is a subpar system on Speed RS and treat it accordingly. I do the following:

1. Never qs/b from 1 to 2 and from 2 to 1.
2. I use qs/b between gears 2, 3 and 4. Sometimes also 5 and 6 but I am extremely seldom on highways and consequently do not use these gears.
3. I do not qs with full open throttle (especially if I were in very high revs).
4. I make sure to close throttle when I blip.

Not the sleekest system that Speed RS quickshifter but it works and despite being so subpar it still makes the ride better and more fun.

I had no false neutrals.