Daytona 955i First Big Bike

I used to own a 2003 Daytona 955i. They are good bikes but there are certain things you need to look out for when purchasing.

Brilliant bikes. Avoid the early ones and go for 2002 onwards. Fully forged crank and pistons in the engine. Before the 675 came along by far and away the best engine triumph has made.

If you're not mechanically inclined, go for the standard swingarm version as well, it's stiffer, lighter and cheaper than the SSSA version

Common faults are the iacv hoses cracking (easy fix) electrical issues which are becoming more common and starter sprag clutches (not an easy fix).

The engine is great, they have a very flat power delivery so some don't like them as you don't really get the top end rush of a jap IL4, a great engine for the road though, they sound nice with a decent race can.

On the whole, very reliable bikes, Reg/rec can go as with many bikes of the era. Triumph specialist Clive Wood in Boston is a font of all knowledge on these bikes. He raced them with great success and would be happy to talk through their specifics.

They also are very easy to remap/tune with a copy of tuneecu.

Having said all the above known issues, the only issue I faced was the cracking of the plastic fuel connectors. It was an easy fix as I had to replace them with metal connectors. She was trouble free after that.

But as Dozers Dad said you might feel more confident and comfortable on an upright bike.

 

Is this bike advertised on web. You can post the link.

 

Seems like a good find. It's not a biking season now, so you might possibly have an upper hand in negotiating the price down. Check chain sprockets' life, tyre life, look out for any rusted bits, ensure electrics are good, let engine run for a while and gently blip the throttle to ensure all good, check forks and rear suspension for any leaks. Try to stick to £1,400 - £1,450. The normal going rate (2001 model) is somewhere between £1,500 - £2,000 providing she is in a mint condition. All the best buddy

Members here will be able to give you more pointers

 

All the best buddy. Merry Christmas

 

Good luck! Hope all goes well

 

Gazza, with you being a relative newcomer to bikes and as you intimate not mechanically minded do you know anyone who has some bike experience who would go with you to view not only this bike, that's if you decide to view, but any other bike.

I'd also check the cost of your insurance before purchasing mate.
The bike has been modified and with you being a somewhat inexperienced rider insurance companies may want to load any quotes they give .

 

I had the pleasure of owning/riding a 2002 Daytona 955i Centennial up until a few years ago. Now, I would not normally recommend such a powerful bike for a new rider, but, that engine, whilst being pretty powerful is also quite easy to tame. There is plenty (read 'lots') of power available throughout the rev range which makes it very predictable - it just gets up and goes with no sudden power bands, which makes it very easy and smooth to ride. If in doubt, change up early (short shifting) when accelerating until you get the feel of it. You'll still be leaving almost everything else floundering in your wake. Surprisingly mine would pull from around 2,500rpm in 5th or 6th gear two up with no problem, although a gentle hand was advisable, but it does show how manageable it is. It will also blow away (two up again) Subaru Imprezzas from the lights with ease should the need arise ... fnaar, fnaar!
As the late, great Mike Hailwood would say 'the throttle works both ways'.
The torque, power, smoothness and howl of that engine makes it a real gem.
Enjoy! I know I did!!

 

Hi Gazz

The bike you are interested is advertised in ebay!!

Starting bid @ 1,599

Check out item number. .....162330561983.

All the best buddy

 

now if that was in roulette green.............mmmmmmmmmm