Triumph Forum: Triumph Rat Motorcycle Forums http://www.triumphrat.net/ Triumph Forum: Visit TriumphRat for Triumph motorcycles information and Triumph forums. Forums covering the Triumph Twins, Triumph Speed Triple, Triumph Tiger, Classic Triples, Sprint, Daytona, and all Triumph motorcycles. en Sun, 19 May 2013 03:58:22 GMT vBulletin 30 http://www.triumphrat.net/images/triumphrat/misc/rss.jpg Triumph Forum: Triumph Rat Motorcycle Forums http://www.triumphrat.net/ Armchair mechanics http://www.triumphrat.net/twins-technical-talk/238506-armchair-mechanics.html Sun, 19 May 2013 02:50:51 GMT The armchair bunch will be all over me for this but It's always a bit sad to see the trouble they get into with their limited understanding.
Bafflectomy is a term for disaster. Just punch a hole in the stock muffs with a large hammer and a length of rebar,Easy ai disable is another, chop this, insert a marble here. If you have an efi bike your possibilities are endless. No matter what you screw up a simple remap will fix it, Right?? Do you know what a map sensor is, or what it does? how about a mosfet. another term bandied about here. Before you go charging around like a bull in a china shop you don't understand take a few moments to realize that the machine you are about to brutalize has been designed by someone smarter than you. Perhaps this would cut down on the I brutalized my Bonnie and now it won't run threads. ]]> Twins Technical Talk Cathouse Willy http://www.triumphrat.net/twins-technical-talk/238506-armchair-mechanics.html Soon to be new triumph owner http://www.triumphrat.net/the-welcome-center/238505-soon-to-be-new-triumph-owner.html Sun, 19 May 2013 02:34:01 GMT Kenny young in Jax fl. Currently on about 30k on my Vstrom 650. 28 years of Mx. Looking to upgrade to a tiger xc and officially join the community.... Kenny young in Jax fl. Currently on about 30k on my Vstrom 650. 28 years of Mx. Looking to upgrade to a tiger xc and officially join the community. Thanks. Great info on this forum.


Sent from Motorcycle.com Free App ]]> The Welcome Center young428 http://www.triumphrat.net/the-welcome-center/238505-soon-to-be-new-triumph-owner.html Used Rocket III Opinion http://www.triumphrat.net/the-rocket-science-forum/238503-used-rocket-iii-opinion.html Sun, 19 May 2013 02:25:46 GMT Hi guys, I was looking at a used 2012 Rocket III Roadster today and was very tempted as it seemed a good deal. It has warranty through end of 2013.... Hi guys, I was looking at a used 2012 Rocket III Roadster today and was very tempted as it seemed a good deal. It has warranty through end of 2013. However upon inspection I noticed a few things that gave me pause.
1. The two front fork seals appeared to be weeping.
2. There was oily 'furry' residue on the underside of the final drive by the rear wheel.
3. I noticed more oily residue around the oil sump gasket and silver can that was mounted under there (sorry didnt notice what the can was).
4. When I started the bike up I also noticed a noise from the right side at the top of the engine. It kind of sounded like a marble ratting around a bit. It would come and go, with no obvious pattern. Once the engine was warm this seemed to subside.
5. Tyres were worn... duh what do you expect with a beast like this.:D

Cosmetically the bike was sharp.

Any one of these items doesn't appear to be a big deal, but with several combined it made me wonder. Are these issues fairly common on this bike?
Is the engine noise something normal (as I am not too familiar with this Triumph engine)?
I know it is a Triumph and historically they leak... I've heard all the jokes. :p

The bike has just over 6k on the clock and a little over a year old.

With the fact that there is some warranty left I would have somewhat of a safety net, but thought I'd seek some experienced opinions.

Cheers. ]]> The Rocket Science Forum fnscotsman http://www.triumphrat.net/the-rocket-science-forum/238503-used-rocket-iii-opinion.html How to install dual USB charger on top yoke http://www.triumphrat.net/twins-technical-talk/238502-how-to-install-dual-usb-charger-on-top-yoke.html Sun, 19 May 2013 02:23:45 GMT This is a brief tutorial on installing a Dual USB Charging Port on the top yoke of your. To start off, you will need: Top yoke with handlebar... This is a brief tutorial on installing a on the top yoke of your.

To start off, you will need:

Top yoke with handlebar bushings removed
Dual Port Charger Socket
1 1/8" Hole Saw
7/8" Hole Saw
Drill or Drill Press

This method will not work if you currently have your stock handlebars installed. I have a 2009 Bonneville SE with clip-on handlebars installed. I removed the bushings and cut down some of the extra material using D9's method which can be found on this thread

The 7/8" hole saw is just a guide to keep you centered on the existing hole.



If you are using a hand-held drill, place the yoke in a vice. If using a drill press, clamp it down very tightly. I used WD40 as a lubricant and to help keep things cool. If you have a second person who can spray it every couple of seconds while you are drilling that would help. Overall this project only took about an hour.



As for wiring, I used my parking light wiring since it is always on when the bike is on and I would not have to run wires all the way from the battery.

As a side note, due to differences in USB charging for Apple and non-Apple devices, there is a bit of a problem. This device claims to be able to output 2.1 Amps. This is for Apple devices. If you have a non-Apple cell phone it will only draw 500mA from the charger. In order to fix this, you can solder the two middle pins of each USB port together (I did). That way your phone will draw a larger current and charge faster. For Android phones, the way you can tell is if you go to Setting>About Phone>Status and look at Battery Status. If it says "Charging (USB)" your phone is only drawing 500mA. If it says "Charging (AC)" then you are getting the full current. Of course I know that the actual power is coming from the 12V DC motorcycle battery, but your phone only knows it isn't plugged into a computer and can therefore draw as much power as possible. ]]> Twins Technical Talk cashmore1985 http://www.triumphrat.net/twins-technical-talk/238502-how-to-install-dual-usb-charger-on-top-yoke.html Finally got a S3, could use some help http://www.triumphrat.net/speed-triple-forum/238500-finally-got-s3-could-use-some-help.html Sun, 19 May 2013 02:18:43 GMT Hello everybody, I am now the proud owner of an 01 Speed Triple, after wanting one for years. It has 51,000 miles but has been very well taken care... Hello everybody, I am now the proud owner of an 01 Speed Triple, after wanting one for years. It has 51,000 miles but has been very well taken care of. Anywho, Ive had it for about 2 weeks now and it has rode like a boss for about 400 miles or so, until yesterday. I was taking off from a light and the bike suddenly just cuts off completely, no spudder or anything. Now it won't start, all the lights and everything come on fine and it cranks the same trying to start but it just won't start. Pleeaaase someone tell me this has happened before and its not a hard fix before I go digging into this thing, any help would be appreciated thanks. ]]> Speed Triple Forum UltimateWarrior http://www.triumphrat.net/speed-triple-forum/238500-finally-got-s3-could-use-some-help.html 1996 Trophy 1200 Seat Options http://www.triumphrat.net/trophy/238499-1996-trophy-1200-seat-options.html Sun, 19 May 2013 02:18:41 GMT New user but have been on a 96 Trophy 1200 for several years. Love the bike but trying to make my wife more comforatble on long rides. We will do... New user but have been on a 96 Trophy 1200 for several years. Love the bike but trying to make my wife more comforatble on long rides. We will do 4000+ miles on a sporster with custom gel seats just fine but comfort varies on the Trophy. Partially due to the different leg positions and partially due to the seat. The seat slides me forward and she feels up too high and too far from me so she can move around quite a bit. Since the seat is the same basic length as our sporster seat we are looking at changing the shape of the seat, adding gel, and taking down the padding height. Since it will also need new leather we are looking at $500 for custom. Corbin also has a seat for around $350. I'm curious if anyone has any experience with that seat as it appears from their pictures to have at least corrected some of the angle issues with the seat pushing me forward a bit. ]]> Trophy Rigger http://www.triumphrat.net/trophy/238499-1996-trophy-1200-seat-options.html Coolant spewing from overflow hose on brand new triple on start up http://www.triumphrat.net/speed-triple-forum/238498-coolant-spewing-from-overflow-hose-on-brand-new-triple-on-start-up.html Sun, 19 May 2013 02:18:04 GMT Hey guys. My brand new Speed Triple leaks coolant from the overflow hose immediately when I start the bike, and then stops leaking when it's warm. The coolant level is now well below the minimum mark (I can just barely see it in the window when it's on the side stand).

My question is.. is this something to worry about? I have read about the coolant level thing for Speed Triples but it all seems to be about older generation bikes and never on start up--always when the bike is stopped or warm.

I'm worried. Any advice is GREATLY appreciated. :) ]]> Speed Triple Forum herp http://www.triumphrat.net/speed-triple-forum/238498-coolant-spewing-from-overflow-hose-on-brand-new-triple-on-start-up.html <![CDATA[G'day from Melbourne, Australia]]> http://www.triumphrat.net/the-welcome-center/238497-gday-from-melbourne-australia.html Sun, 19 May 2013 01:48:05 GMT First time on this site. Just purchased a 2013 T/bird Storm, after quite a few years off the bikes. Fantastic machine and looking forward to... First time on this site. Just purchased a 2013 T/bird Storm, after quite a few years off the bikes. Fantastic machine and looking forward to making contact with others who are riding them. Meanwhile the Melbourne winter weather is starting to settle in.....so plenty of time to write on this site!! ]]> The Welcome Center Joffa http://www.triumphrat.net/the-welcome-center/238497-gday-from-melbourne-australia.html <![CDATA[Didn't know this]]> http://www.triumphrat.net/twins-technical-talk/238496-didnt-know-this.html Sun, 19 May 2013 01:43:43 GMT I needed a 36 mm socket to remove the rear axle on the Street Glide to replace the rotor so I went to Auto Zone. Couldn't find one on the rack so I asked the clerk what would be comparable in the standard socket. He went to a shelf and handed me a box with a 36 mm socket inside. They rent them out for 20 bucks with tax and when I returned it they gave me all my money back. It's like borrowing tools from a friend. :) ]]> Twins Technical Talk Johnnystriple http://www.triumphrat.net/twins-technical-talk/238496-didnt-know-this.html Epco SS on Thruxton - too loud for city use? http://www.triumphrat.net/twins-technical-talk/238495-epco-ss-on-thruxton-too-loud-for-city-use.html Sun, 19 May 2013 01:39:52 GMT I am contemplating new silencers for a carburated Thruxton and really liking the idea of Epcos. My other finalist is the TPUSA Dominator Sport, which... I am contemplating new silencers for a carburated Thruxton and really liking the idea of Epcos. My other finalist is the TPUSA Dominator Sport, which I've had before on a Bonnie carburated and loved the sound - but I cannot go absolutely any louder than that as I ride the bike in the city and don't want to deafen anyone. From what I've read here people love their Epcos and for good reasons, but I wonder how loud they really are installed, especially compared to the dominator or predator.

Has anyone compared the Epcos loudness to other pipes for reference? Input on this greatly appreciated!! ]]> Twins Technical Talk msomerstein http://www.triumphrat.net/twins-technical-talk/238495-epco-ss-on-thruxton-too-loud-for-city-use.html Licence plate stolen! http://www.triumphrat.net/biker-hang-out/238494-licence-plate-stolen.html Sun, 19 May 2013 01:24:26 GMT ***! Some A hole stole my licence plate. Ive called the cops and sent in a request for new plates. Now i will have to wait till that comes... ***!

Some A hole stole my licence plate.
Ive called the cops and sent in a request for new plates. Now i will have to wait till that comes before i can ride.

!#$!#%!^%

Anyone know a product or something that can secure my new plates? ]]> Biker Hang-Out garyy115 http://www.triumphrat.net/biker-hang-out/238494-licence-plate-stolen.html <![CDATA[Can't Remove Seat]]> http://www.triumphrat.net/street-triple-forum/238493-cant-remove-seat.html Sun, 19 May 2013 01:08:11 GMT A little background. Got my subframe replaced and they did't attach the tail light correctly and left a plastic piece not flush. Couple of weeks pass to this morning, I go and get that fixed. My closest dealer is about 1 1/4 hours away. Go for a little ride to Big Sur and stop to put gas and get the idea to take the seat off. Don't pop out. I turn the key and get a click but it doesn't pop up like it used to. Any ideas? Had to stop and relax before I forced the thing open and broke something...

Thanks for reading and any help would be appreciated. ]]> Street Triple Forum MiG Angel http://www.triumphrat.net/street-triple-forum/238493-cant-remove-seat.html Guitar Gods... the Next Gen http://www.triumphrat.net/biker-hang-out/238492-guitar-gods-the-next-gen.html Sun, 19 May 2013 00:54:04 GMT Reading through the Guitar Gods thread, I noticed that the majority of the guitarists we consider gods of the axe have been around a while. Most are... Reading through the Guitar Gods thread, I noticed that the majority of the guitarists we consider gods of the axe have been around a while. Most are over 50, and quite a few are over 60. This makes a certain sense -- the golden age of guitar rock was arguably the late 60s / early 70s. Hendrix, Page, Clapton, Richards, Blackmore...

So here's the question -- what about the next generation? Who do you consider a guitar god who is under 40 today? Can the younger generation shred, pick, and strum with the best?


A few potentials to start:

Dan Auerbach (The Black Keys) - rock
Kenny Wayne Shepherd - rock
Allison Robertson (The Donnas) - rock
Kaki King - acoustic
Andrew Stockdale (Wolfmother) - rock
John Doyle - Irish

And one just over the limit:
John Frusciante (who is 43) - Red Hot Chili Peppers

So -- what do you think? ]]> Biker Hang-Out 9990 http://www.triumphrat.net/biker-hang-out/238492-guitar-gods-the-next-gen.html Cleveland Triumph http://www.triumphrat.net/the-welcome-center/238491-cleveland-triumph.html Sun, 19 May 2013 00:53:55 GMT Hey there people, I just picked up an 01 Speed Triple, and could use some of you brilliant folks to work out some issues, thanks everybody. Hey there people, I just picked up an 01 Speed Triple, and could use some of you brilliant folks to work out some issues, thanks everybody. ]]> The Welcome Center UltimateWarrior http://www.triumphrat.net/the-welcome-center/238491-cleveland-triumph.html Think I dropped a rod...... fml http://www.triumphrat.net/speed-triple-forum/238490-think-i-dropped-rod-fml.html Sun, 19 May 2013 00:29:05 GMT so let me start by saying.i am by no means mechanically savvy. i was riding pretty hard and all of a sudden the oil light started flashing rapidly... so let me start by saying.i am by no means mechanically savvy.
i was riding pretty hard and all of a sudden the oil light started flashing rapidly and i heard a loud clabking noise in the engine. i pulled over and shut it off. when i tried turning it back on it cranked reeeeaaally slow as if it was stuck and barely able to turn... i ended up walking it to a friends house 2miles up a big hill...

what are my options here? i was trying to save miney because im moving to new york in less than a month... ]]> Speed Triple Forum BassAgent http://www.triumphrat.net/speed-triple-forum/238490-think-i-dropped-rod-fml.html