Triumphrat

MAXEXPTX · 03-08-2010, 10:16 AM

Hi. Lady RIDER here. I am looking hard at a very nice - see attached Daytona. 1997 man is asking 2200 for it. he is about 120 miles from me. Im trying to determine if it would be right for my size.. im a good rider. 6 yrs. hd. buell, kz. looking at ducati.. saw this on CL and LOVE reviews, etc etc..
i am 5 ft. and ummm not flat chested... and im wondering about the reach over the tank.. trying to find similar bike locally to go sit on and see. but i saw your forums and wondered if anyone can answer this for me so i can buy it or pass.... thank you so much. laurie

MAXEXPTX · 03-08-2010, 10:27 AM

Looking hard at a 1997 daytona 595. i am looking to buy another sport bike... this one i found is 2200.00 cash. 15000 miles. located about 120 miles from me and my question is... ummm not tall gal. 5' not flat chested either..... and im wondering on the reach over the tank. im a good rider. like buell hd, looking at ducati found this. currently ride an old kz...

i want to be comfortable and of course safe, but dont want my stuff hangin on the tank.....

so thank you for your comments....

bradtx · 03-08-2010, 10:55 AM

Laurie, If the bike is lowered there's a possibility that you'll fit, with it's wide saddle the standstill footing could be iffy. Handlebar reach can be helped with aftermarket bars.

The '97 T595 does have a PIA known problem, 4th gear failure. While it was a low percentage of production that have failed Triumph redesigned 4th gear. Ask the owner if it's been repaired.

Basically I'm suggesting that this may not be the bike for you. Offhand a RC51 has a very similar riding position.

Brad

HAP · 03-08-2010, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by MAXEXPTX

Looking hard at a 1997 daytona 595. i am looking to buy another sport bike... this one i found is 2200.00 cash. 15000 miles. located about 120 miles from me and my question is... ummm not tall gal. 5' not flat chested either..... and im wondering on the reach over the tank. im a good rider. like buell hd, looking at ducati found this. currently ride an old kz...

i want to be comfortable and of course safe, but dont want my stuff hangin on the tank.....

so thank you for your comments....

I have both 99's and a 02 Daytona. My advice is, if you are a good rider get riser bars and you will love the bike if not it is a long way to the clip ons. Good luck Hap

Brooksie · 03-08-2010, 06:45 PM

http://www.whaccessories.com/TriumphAccessories.htm
You may also want to post up here at Daytona Deliberations. The gang will get you going on the right path.
I had an '05 955i and loved it. The triple engine is like no other on the market and provides plenty of power. Older Daytona's had some electrical issues but are rock solid dependable bikes. Try the link above for lowering links. You can also drop the forks a little bit, but if you go too much you change how the bike handles. Helibars are great products and made the bike a lot easier to ride. You can also get the seat re-stuffed and get it a bit lower there too. If you can reach the ground with one foot, that's all you need.

Mark Savage · 03-08-2010, 08:13 PM

If you havnt been back to welcome T595 is a 955cc bike! They changed the model name in 99 due to ongoing confusion.cheers

MAXEXPTX · 03-09-2010, 10:24 AM

THANK YOU!! goin to sit on one at a dealer today and if this guy is legit, I want to buy it!

Laurie

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Originally Posted by Brooksie

http://www.whaccessories.com/TriumphAccessories.htm
You may also want to post up here at Daytona Deliberations. The gang will get you going on the right path.
I had an '05 955i and loved it. The triple engine is like no other on the market and provides plenty of power. Older Daytona's had some electrical issues but are rock solid dependable bikes. Try the link above for lowering links. You can also drop the forks a little bit, but if you go too much you change how the bike handles. Helibars are great products and made the bike a lot easier to ride. You can also get the seat re-stuffed and get it a bit lower there too. If you can reach the ground with one foot, that's all you need.

Will · 03-09-2010, 01:33 PM

Considering this thread is about a big Daytona, and we are all about the little ones, you will probably get more information once it has moved to the right forum. Which I will do now...

Brooksie · 03-09-2010, 04:03 PM

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Originally Posted by MAXEXPTX

THANK YOU!! goin to sit on one at a dealer today and if this guy is legit, I want to buy it!

Laurie

You'll love the bike. Just check for a service history and ask about electrical issues. Best engine ever made. GEt it and ride it for a couple years. Maybe Triumph will shock the world with a new big one soon.

DEcosse · 03-09-2010, 04:38 PM

Two threads merged after move from 675 forum - so the opening posts may have some duplicity.