Speed Triple 1200rr For My First Triumph

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  1. jimrr

    jimrr New Member

    Feb 16, 2023
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    Hi everyone. I'm turning 55 soon, and I've not ridden for 12years, but my riding buddy never stopped and has been on at me for a few years to get back on the saddle.

    I had decided on a Daytona 675R for a road and track day bike. Then I decided a Street Triple 765RS would be more comfortable, and I do think it's the most sensible option.

    But now I've got the 1200RR on my mind, I'm trying to convince myself that it won't be uncomfortable. I should know, as the the weight and geometry is nearly identical to my last bike: a 2001 GSXR1000. And what's the worst that could happen? If I don't get on with it I can sell it and get something different next year!
     
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  2. Ducatitotriumph

    Ducatitotriumph Crème de la Crème

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    The only answer here is a taking a test ride? And, don't forget that you can get a VERY good discount on these now as they haven’t sold as well as they expected. Great to look at!
     
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  3. jimrr

    jimrr New Member

    Feb 16, 2023
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    A test ride would be sensible, but I don't have any gear yet and there are bargains to be had ! Once it warms up and the sun comes out the prices might go back up.
     
  4. Mrs Visor

    Mrs Visor Elite Member

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    Hi and welcome, they're certainly a good - looking bike!
     
  5. Eldon

    Eldon Elite Member

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    I have a 2019 765rs and it is a great bike that will do everything.
    Try one and you might surprise yourself.

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  6. jimrr

    jimrr New Member

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    Yep, I'm pretty sure I'd be happy on a Street 765. But I've got an urge! Also my new neighbour and his mates all have BIG bikes Diavel, Tuono etc and he keeps saying Bigger Bigger :)
     
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  7. Markus

    Markus Crème de la Crème
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    Hi there! Welcome to the forum! ;)
     
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    Helmut Visor Only dead fish go with the flow
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  9. Wessa

    Wessa Cruising

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    Hi and welcome. If I were you I would not be influenced by your mates, you have to go with you heart and buy what you want. Test ride the bikes and then make your mind up. :)
     
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  10. Shaun Hartigan

    Shaun Hartigan New Member
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    Should have gone to the MCN Bike show, last weekend. You'd have been spoilt for choice and got all kitted out at a great discount price.
    I bought a new lid there, yesterday, all ready for when I collect my new Street Triple R next week (my first Triumph also @ 68 yrs)
     
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  11. Mark cz

    Mark cz New Member

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    I didn't ride for almost 20yrs and bought a Triumph Bobber . Nice bike ,but I found myself trying to keep up with sport bikes .So ,I have a 1200RR . Love it .Best bike ever ,I rode and I raced a ZX- 9 and Zx6 in 2000 and 2001 . Restoring my old ZX11 now . I can keep up with the young kids ,but those old guys who did not quit riding ,I am having trouble keeping up with in the corners . I think I am going fast ,but they are unbeleivable . They are still doing track days ,also .
     
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  12. Bikerman

    Bikerman I used to have 5500 posts.

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    Greetings from Lincolnshire.
     

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