Triumphrat

05-03-2005, 01:54 AM

Hello all,

Happy to report that I'm loving the 96 Daytona 1200 I bought in the spring of 04. I was hoping some of you might have brake pad and tire suggestions for me. Everything on the bike is stock and I believe the tires are the original Bridgestones. Thanks, Mike

Hinckley · 05-03-2005, 08:49 AM

I'm glad you are enjoying your 1200.

I have been replacing my brake pads with EBC pads and have been satisfied with the life & performance.

As for tires, I have tried MEZ4s, BT010s, and BT020s. I currently have the BT020s installed and they perform well. The BT010s were more confidence inspiring but did not last. I got about 5000 miles from them before they were bald.
I didn't care for the MEZ4s when they were nearing the end of their life they became hard and slippery. I nearly dropped the Super III in a corner when the bike slipped out from under me. Those who know me will understand that I am not a very aggressive rider, aggressive, yes, very aggressive, no. So, for them to slide around as much as they did was enough to replace them immediately.

05-03-2005, 05:01 PM

Thanks for the info.

Very nice photo album. I enjoyed checking out all you have done to that awesome looking Super III.

Hinckley · 05-03-2005, 05:42 PM

Thank you!

My Super III brings me a lot of pleasure. My wife complains about the money I spend on it but she has her shoes so we're even.. :-D

[ This message was edited by: Hinckley on 2005-05-04 05:13 ]

05-08-2005, 12:48 AM

I'm trying to find out more about the 1200 Daytona's. Does anyone know where to look?

Hinckley · 05-08-2005, 12:54 AM

Welcome mtlworks!
What kind of info are you looking for?

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05-08-2005, 01:16 AM

I'm looking for history of the motor, horsepower figures, production numbers. Also wondering if after '99 they still sold the 1200's in England or discontinued everywhere?

Hinckley · 05-08-2005, 10:31 AM

The engine was rated buy Triumph at 147HP at the crank. Those that have dynoed them rarely see much over 120HP at the wheel.

I have never seen production numbers on anything but the specials.

The only model produced after the 1998SE with a 1200cc engine was the Trophy.

05-08-2005, 12:30 PM

Thanks for the info. I just bought my Triumph last weekend and rode it 600 miles home. It was love at first sight and riding it is like driving a fine Italian sports car. It has made me realize how under-engineered my Harleys are. Thanks for a great site!

Hinckley · 05-08-2005, 06:57 PM

Where are you located in Iowa? I have reletives in the Quad Cities and take the bikes from time to time. If you are close I can call you next time I am out there and either we can ride or I'll buy you a beer at the Bent River Brewery.