D675R Porn

[Readfast]

Awesome job on the mods. I just bought a 2012 which at the moment only has 701 miles on it. Still breaking the thing in. Can't wait to be able to take it past 8000 rpm!!!

Been looking at some of the same mods. I do like the red bolts!!!!

Question about the exhaust. I know that you can get the arrow slip on and don't have to do anything as far as power commander. Just a program change with the stock ECU. Did you have to add a power commander? Or is there a program in the stock ECU for Akropovic?

Again nice job!

[Existence_Inc]

Thanks. When you run it wide open, hold on around 10k because it really gets mean then. I wasn't ready for it and none of the reviews talked about a top end hit, but it's there.

The red bolts look much more apparent in the pictures than they are in person. They are a nice, subtle accent instead of obvious bling.

When I got the bike from the dealership with the Arrow ECU map on it. I didn't like the way it ran, so I remapped it myself with TuneECU and installed the updated Slip-On (TOR) Map and it runs much better. Averaging 57mpg currently. I may get it fine tuned if I go ahead with the Akropovic header this fall. Hoping to see 120RWHP. Because I can.

~Ex

[Readfast]

Just got the bike broke in this past weekend. Your wright about the power. Holy Crap the bike pulls hard over 10 grand.

Now its time to start buying some goodies!

Got to keep it on the down low, wife still mad about the purchase of the bike.

[Existence_Inc]

I envy you. I searched hard for a good condition RC51 to no avail. What a great motorcycle. As you make upgrades/mods, be sure you post pictures.

~Ex

[Readfast]

Will do!

Got another questions. Just came across a hell of a deal on a Full Ackrapovic system. I was thinking about doing the Arrow Full system. But this deal might be to hard to pass up. How do you like your system? Is it a full or slip on? And lastly, what program did you end up with on the ECU?

I have to make a hasty decision, so if you could respond quickly.

[Existence_Inc]

Sorry, I have been out of town. I have the slip-on and it is great. May do the header later but it isn't worth it unless I am tracking the bike. I used TuneECU to remap the ECU. Worked a treat.

~Ex

[versys_guy]

I have been looking at this bike and the 848sf, plus now the STR. How do you compare the SF with the D675R?

[Existence_Inc]

Originally Posted by versys_guy

I have been looking at this bike and the 848sf, plus now the STR. How do you compare the SF with the D675R?

I have spent a good bit of time on all three bikes. I will give you a quick run-down of my personal thoughts on each.

Daytona 675R: Track focused. Compact riding position. Suitable power around town, excellent top end. Smooth engine characteristics. Easy to ride. Moderate wind/weather protection (due to the compact design). Top-Shelf suspension/brakes. CAN be expensive to mod

Street 3/3R: Street Focused, FUN!! on the track. Semi-upright riding position. Better low-end and mid range, very good top end. Smooth engine characteristics. Easier to ride. No wind/weather protection. Excellent brakes/suspension. CAN be expensive to mod.

Ducati SF848: Semi-street focused. Fun on the Track. Semi-Upright riding position. Excellent power from 4k+RPM (Some people experience low rpm stumble below or at 4k RPM). Tons of torque. Much more involved to ride. Light wind/weather protection due to the design of the front end (oddly enough). Good suspension, great brakes. EXPENSIVE to mod.

The Daytona/ST3 are both great bikes around town mechanically. If you can deal with the aggressive riding position of the Daytona, it makes a great commuter. Both engines are easy to live with because of the broad, flat torque curve. They spin up nicely and are very predictable. The Daytona has a good rush of power around 10k RPM. The D675R is set up stiff from the factory and can be harsh on rough pavement but it really excels in the corners.

All three bikes are light and flickable, but it will depend on how well you can get along with clip-ons (D675R). I really wanted to get a ST3R but I wanted all of the color matched bits and in the end it cost around as much as the Daytona. I got a smokin' deal on the D675R, so I bought that instead. I don't like the new headlights on the Street/Speed 3, but that is entirely subjective, so YMMV.

The Ducati is more involved to ride and requires more concentration on the bike. The L(V)-Twin vibrates a bit more and requires more clutch slipping than the Daytona/Street to launch. I prefer the look and instrumentation the Ducati, but would have liked a gear indicator. None of the bikes have a fuel gauge, just a low mileage light. I have found both Triumph and Ducati fuel lights to be consistent and reliable.

My Daytona gets better gas mileage (actual calculations) but only marginally: 55 v 48. I like the way the Ducati sounds better, but only just. Maintenance will be similar for all 3 bikes. Longer intervals on the Duc (15k v 12k), and easier maintenance on the Daytona/ST3 (no belts). Ride all 3 and buy the bike that moves your heart/soul.

Despite my love for the Daytona, I currently have mine up for sale. It doesn't really fit my riding habits (400+ mile days) and I am looking to replace it with an adventure/tourer. Good luck with your decision. You can't go wrong with any of the bikes IMHO.

~Ex

[versys_guy]

WOW! This has to be the greatest answer to a question I have ever had. LOL

I demoed the D675R and came real close to pulling the trigger, but decided that I could not or would not live with the ergos. I pulled the trigger on a Street R today, and will break it in then as a project try and fit it to my wife by fabbing a subframe lower and changing all the springs.

I sold a 2010 Multi12 standard to get the Super Tenere last year, 27,000 miles now and 1 year old, just back from Alaska. Greatest UBS/ABS TC of any bike I know of. ABS works in gravel hauling butt, it will bring you down almost like on pavement. Downside, 570lbs before you even put the first farkle.

Thanks for the info, and I did see you put the D675R up for sale, and that confirmed I made the right choice. Bet I would have had fun on the track, but over 200 miles, I would not have gone much, besides I can sneak the STR on the track hopefully. Cheers and thanks.

[Existence_Inc]

Glad I could contribute and good decision. The Street is a riot. Don't forget to post pictures.

~Ex