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phpbiker

I am currently deliberating over whether or not to upgrade my bike to one of the later machines.

Why I love my T3.
Reliable, heavy, big. Comfortable after moving bars on top of yokes.
Why I dont love it.
Heavy, Not that quick. I do love the bike, but its a love hate relationship, teetering over the performance of the machine..

What do you guys think about going to a 595 or 955i and moving the bars for touring comfort. I dont like the look of the ST, dont mind the RS though.

Also it appears as if the T595 is quicker than the 955i? Is that true?

Perhaps what I need is an older mint 1200? As I do enjoy the size.. but then again, the weight and the handling is obviously a problem.

I am big guy, not huge.. but the bigger bikes suit my size, but perhaps not my riding style.

I am totally stuck over this decision. I need more performance, but I dont want to loose my touring comfort. And I dont like the RS or ST as much as I love the look of ALL the Daytonas.

Arcch...sorry about this thread LOL :-)

PhxMan

I am also a some what larger ( should I say Fat ) gentleman, and I absolutly LOVE my 955i, Have no problem with the stock seating and clip-ons for 400 mile days, that said I also have a 955 Sprint for my longer touring days ( my riding friends and I also like those 700 to 800 mile days). Just today had a friend which was my favorite bike told him the Daytona, he then asked if I could only have one, told him the Sprint !! Guess I am not helping you much !

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DEcosse

Well the best motors are definitely the 02+ - however the body style of the 97-01 is nicer in my own opinion.
I think if you want to stay within the 97-01 style package, I would definitely recommend to go with an 00-01, which have better fueling control system with the later MC1000 ECM.
There are problematic electrical issues & potential transmission issues on the T595's; the 00-01 are pretty well sorted.

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turbohipster

I don't know if it's any help, but my situation has caused me to do the following. I absolutely LOVE the 98 T595 / 955i that I have. I am older and my body hates the riding position of the Daytona. I grew up on sportbikes and MX riding, but my back has forced me onto a cruiser for the last few years. My Daytona got forced into being a speed triple recently, but the insurance company had to replace all of my bodywork and accessories. The S3 riding position is wonderful and it suits me perfectly. However I have the option of throwing the clip ons and the bodywork back on, {an hour or two at most} if I want to go and shred with the boys on the track or in the hills!
It's all pretty new to me, the wind is kinda fun actually. I feel so comfortable with the taller bars that I'm not sure I couldn't hang with my buddies sitting up straight.
You'd have to start out with a solid bike, sounds like a '00 ???
After that get the tall bar kit, headlight kit, mirrors and blinkers {if ya need um} . You can swap back and forth when you so desire!!!
Thats what I'm gonna do!!!!!!!
Glenn

phpbiker

....interesting...

I hope you'll excuse the ... well .. I am big in a small english way. Not a large American way.. is that OK to say? LOL..

What are the transmission and electrical issues on the T595 badged models?

JohnD

Phpbiker,

I suggest that you take a look at the April issue of "Visor Down" which has a pretty complete review of the T595. It may help you make your decision. Also sit on one at some dealer to help access your comfort level.

Skvara

for transmission problems what I heard there are problems sometimes with the forth gear, but I didn't had those problems on mine... however I also heard that there were some changes in exhaust system... the first Daytonas vere like prototypes, I'd definatelly go for 00-01 955i

didn't hear anything about t595 being stronger than 955, but you can find more Triumph experienced people than me in here

M.Guy.Vig.

Have you considered a 1050 Tiger? All the performance you could wish for, and a top tourer as well!

phpbiker

To much money mate. I like a sportier bike as well mate.