I've got a 2020 RS with the integrated control button, not sure why they're showing the old type switch for a 2021, maybe an incorrect listing? My 2018 Tiger has the integrated version as well....
Many thanks. They look almost identical to the Ultimateaddons one, and priced within a quid. My only concern is whether they are suitable for ride by wire throttles.
Today is my birthday. I started work but then asked for leave from 1300hrs as it was just too tempting to get out on the bike in this weather . It was the Blade’s turn and we had a lovely afternoon out; I went cake hunting and was duly rewarded by a lovely homemade slice. I had to double back on my route after about another 10 miles as the road was shut with Police directing people to turn around - so executed a pretty sketchy u - turn on a steep hill on a bend which I didn’t much enjoy, but stayed upright at least, the turning circle of the Honda did mean it took the whole road width but thank goodness I got it round cleanly. The doubling back didn’t matter one little bit obviously as the weather is so lovely and I just took another equally fun road instead for another quick stop for a can of pop and then home. All in all a lovely afternoon .
What a great way to spend your birthday, @Mrs Visor! Well, other than the rerouting part. Happy, happy birthday!!
I got my Honda NT-1100 back from the 24.000 km service appointment. Everything is ok, no adds needed. € 554,20 was the price for it. In comparison to my former TIGER 1200 the costs for the maintenance of my HONDA are lower. @Mrs Visor: You may guess! Yes, it rained again! 200 km to ride with rain for 150 km. This year I did till now 2.000 km in heavy rain. I don like 2023!!!
I once came back from the outer hebrides and the first 500 kms (300 ish miles) was absolutely hammering it down. I stopped at one petrol station and did a full strip and entire fresh change of clothes despite wearing a one piece waterproof suit. The next 250 kms passed into a drier day but my enthusiasm had dwindled by that point. 750 km day with a ferry and two sets of clothes, I was glad to be home; you have my sympathy. Rain is inevitable from time to time but when it becomes full on all day, or what appears to be every time you go out, it becomes tiresome.
@Eldon: I fully agree with your arguments. Some rain sometimes is a bikers normal experience. In 2023 it is to much for me! The phase of the so called "April-weather", with changes of the weather conditions in a very short time, lasts since the beginning of 2023 now in my region. Also the temperatures are mad. 7-9 degrees in the morning in the mid of June is not normal here. I'm waiting for the forecasted "summer".
Commuted on the Blade today, beautiful weather for it again; a yellow warning for thunderstorms popped up on my phone mid - morning but thankfully nothing resembling one appeared!
Yellow warnings seem to be popping up all the time these days yet in my experience they usually fail to materialise. Reminds me of the old story that we all learned in school about the boy who cried wolf.
Looking forward to hearing your review of your new levers once you get them on and try them out, @Mrs Visor!
Today I had my new brake and clutch levers fitted to the Blade. Minor change I know and not very exciting to most - but what a difference it has made to me being able to have the levers in closer - love them!
A fellow Triumph owner mate (2020 Speed Twin) asked me for assistance with his car service which we carried out today. Skoda Yeti 1.6 tdi Rear brake pads, apparently they gave a little noise now and again Err, I wonder why? New discs and pads all round and a full service saw him on his way a happy bunny. ........... And he left a box of bottles to restock the garage Cheers!
Eventually got round to fitting the Evotech tail tidy. The quality of the kit is superb and about the same price that Triumph will charge for theirs. There are a few other Evotech bits on the bike, all outstanding quality.
Just a short local ride for coffee with Helmut today as he is on call for work so we cannot stray too far. An odd - looking pairing I think on the Nightstorm and Fireblade! I love my new levers so much that I have ordered some for the Street Triple too .
Very, very nice, @Mrs Visor! I completely understand what a difference it makes to have the levers in closer. I think they look pretty slick, too! Looks like you have 6 adjustments? My Oberons have 5 and I typically have them set at 3.
