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Discussion in 'Speed Triple' started by Jo3ler, Jul 4, 2016.

  1. Jo3ler

    Jo3ler New Member

    Jul 1, 2016
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    #1 Jo3ler, Jul 4, 2016
    Hi guys


    Thought I would drop in and say hi. I picked up a new Speed Triple R on sat and am absolutely in love with the bike! It’s replaced a 18 y/o bandit 600 so it’s like the starship enterprise by comparison!

    Was a bit worried as it’s got the super corsa’s on and although I picked it up in the sun, it completely shit it down within minutes of me leaving the dealership – nice one.

    I’m looking for a paddock stand and I see a few people recommend the Abba stands. I think the lift version might be a bit overkill for me, so I was thinking of the superbike stand? Is this worthwhile rather than a traditional paddock stand?

    I managed to cover 150miles this weekend so I’m now able to rev the bike up to 5k without fear of fucking the engine, so it’s starting to growl a bit. Looking forward to many adventures on it. I intend to get a lowboy exhaust in time, poss a quickshifter. But for now just loving the bike as she is.

    Here is a pic for you guys.

    Take it easy

    Jo3ler

    Speedy.JPG
     
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  2. thebiglad

    thebiglad Old fart, still riding !

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    #2 thebiglad, Jul 4, 2016
    Hey Jo, welcome to the Triumph Asylum - nice bike !!!!
     
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  3. Toad076

    Toad076 Member

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    #3 Toad076, Jul 4, 2016
    Used to have a single sider paddock stand .. but now have an Abba superbike stand ... wouldn't have anything else tbh ...
     
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  4. steve lovatt

    steve lovatt Something else

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    #4 steve lovatt, Jul 4, 2016
    Hi and welcome to the forum
     
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  5. Pabs

    Pabs Well-Known Member

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    #5 Pabs, Jul 4, 2016
    I've a cheap warrior single side stand only £35 or so from demon tweeks. Ideal for cleaning the chain and storing bike without breaking the bank
     
  6. Jo3ler

    Jo3ler New Member

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    #6 Jo3ler, Jul 4, 2016
    Thanks for advice guys!
     
  7. darkman

    darkman Crème de la Crème

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    #7 darkman, Jul 4, 2016
    Congrats on the new bike i am sure you will have loads of fun on it :)
     
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  8. Jo3ler

    Jo3ler New Member

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    #8 Jo3ler, Jul 4, 2016
    Was saying to my missus I reckon I have gained about an hour a day from now not having to look at new bikes on the Internet!
     
  9. darkman

    darkman Crème de la Crème

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    #9 darkman, Jul 4, 2016
    More time to ride your new bike lol, i removed my quickshifter from my bike after 100 miles as i like it better without :)
     
  10. roadrider

    roadrider First Class Member

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    #10 roadrider, Jul 4, 2016
    Nice bike :D welcome

    Abba stand is good but takes a bit longer to set up,for quick jobs a paddock stand is a lot quicker but not a stable.
     
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  11. Fazerboy

    Fazerboy Member

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    #11 Fazerboy, Jul 4, 2016
    Hi,

    I picked up my 2016 R last Thursday and I'm on 340 miles already!

    I already had the Abba Superbike stand and bought a new pair of adapters and it works great, but does take a little longer to set up than a standard paddock stand.

    I have the Arrow lowboy exhaust and I love the sound and the pops and bangs it makes.

    I got the quickshifter as well but I'm not sure it was worth bothering to be honest.

    There's a thread on my bike with pics.

    Jack
     
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  12. AJB-74

    AJB-74 New Member

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    #12 AJB-74, Jul 5, 2016
    Nice bike!! My low-boy is arriving this week apparently (so pics to follow), and the quick shifter a few weeks later.

    As for stands, I've gone for a Sharp Racing ... great quality product. May not suit due to where you are, but Murray is a great bloke to deal with.

    http://www.sharpracing.com.au/mono-rear-stand/

    Was also a little worried regarding the the Super Corsa's in the wet, and thinking of swapping to Rosso III's when they square off (as they will as I am mainly road riding, in all weather). We'll see how they go ...

    Welcome as well from a new bloke down under ... Cheers!
     
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  13. Jo3ler

    Jo3ler New Member

    Jul 1, 2016
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    #13 Jo3ler, Jul 5, 2016
    Wow, great effort!

    Ok great, I am thinking going for the Abba as looks decent. i don't mind a little extra time to set it up, if it means longer with my bike! Cool thanks, mixed reviews on the q/s by the sounds of it
     
  14. Jo3ler

    Jo3ler New Member

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    #14 Jo3ler, Jul 5, 2016
    Thanks!

    Yeah I'm in the UK so although that stand looks quality, I think the shipping might kill it :S

    I think I'll change them in time, however in the dry they are superb, and I don't really plan to ride in the wet unless I get caught out (highly likely - this is England...)
     
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  15. Paul C

    Paul C New Member

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    #15 Paul C, Jul 6, 2016
    Abba Superbike Stand, awesome product. Wouldn't be without it, Another thing, I see people in this thread consistently say: 'Abba equals more time and effort'. I'm not sure I would agree with this. In addtion, I would suggest you check YouTube for Mr Brain Dumps review. He illustrates clearly that the Abba stand is not only significantly more secure, but also faster than a traditional paddock stand.
     
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