Triumphrat

05-20-2005

I agree with those that said they'd go for some sort of graduated licensing system. When I got my bike license In Newfoundland, Canada back in 1988, I was allowed to drive anything I wanted with 2 wheels. The day I did my test ( I had a Suzuki GS550L) there was a guy on a Honda 1000 Interceptor and another on a Yamaha Vmax. There were others but they were more normal sized bikes. Well, the guy on the Interceptor failed the pylon test and dropped his bike. 2 weeks later, he borrowed his brother's 450 and passed the test. 2 weeks after that, he lost the bike out from under him because it did an unexpected wheelie. He wasn't ready for what opening up a 1000cc bike in second gear would do. He's lucky. he lived and only got permanent road rash. The bike was no more though. In later years though, things have changed. Yuo can get a scooter license at 15, then at 16, you can get a license for anything up to 500cc's. then, after a certain period, you can get a 500cc's and above endorsement. My numbers may be a little off but you get the picture. I don't have a speed triple yet. Am I ready for it? i think so. I've owned 600's, 750's, and a 900 Ninja. But if what I'm reading about this bike is true, it'll be a looong time before I really will be in the position to test what this bike really can do. Your choice, but I wouldn't risk it.

Diego · 05-20-2005

> i dont agree with the people who say its ok to buy the S3 as a first bike. i've been riding for years and the S3 still throws me for a loop sometimes.

Overall, I agree that it's not the best for a beginner, but for other practical reasons (whether it fits physically, the extra insurance cost, and whether you're willing to risk tearing up a new bike while learning).

The '05, at least, is a very well-mannered machine. It's only likely to get you into trouble if you think you're more capable than you actually are.

If you can remember you're a beginner, that part isn't the problem--but from some of the responses we've seen, a lot of folks apparently figure a couple of <u>months</u> on another bike makes them "experienced." These are the ones I worry about, bikeordie, as they're the ones more likely to grow overly confident. Even two or three years in the saddle doesn't prepare most street riders well enough to legitimately regard themselves as "experienced." It's only the beginning.

[ This message was edited by: Diego on 2005-05-20 17:40 ]

Diego · 05-20-2005

> i dont agree with the people who say its ok to buy the S3 as a first bike. i've been riding for years and the S3 still throws me for a loop sometimes.

Overall, I agree that it's not the best for a beginner, but for other practical reasons (whether it fits physically, the extra insurance cost, and whether you're willing to risk tearing up a new bike while learning).

The '05, at least, is a very well-mannered machine. It's only likely to get you into trouble if you think you're more capable than you actually are.

If you can remember you're a beginner, that part isn't the problem--but from some of the responses we've seen, a lot of folks apparently figure a couple of <u>months</u> on another bike makes them "experienced." These are the ones I worry about, bikeordie, as they're the ones more likely to grow overly confident. Even two or three years in the saddle doesn't prepare most street riders well enough to legitimately regard themselves as "experienced." It's only the beginning.

[ This message was edited by: Diego on 2005-05-20 17:40 ]

bikeordie · 05-20-2005

Quote:

On 2005-05-20 10:40, Diego wrote:
Even two or three years in the saddle doesn't prepare most street riders well enough to legitimately regard themselves as "experienced." It's only the beginning.

agreed.

bikeordie · 05-20-2005

Quote:

On 2005-05-20 10:40, Diego wrote:
Even two or three years in the saddle doesn't prepare most street riders well enough to legitimately regard themselves as "experienced." It's only the beginning.

agreed.

MonkeyHanger · 05-20-2005

Quote:

On 2005-05-19 06:49, tbone16 wrote:
I am not to familar with the Trip, and have been looking for a bonneville, which fits me a little better. Here latly, I have taken a liking to the Trip, however it looks a little big for a beginer like me. My only motrcycle expierance is on dirtbikes and the MSF 250 motorcycles. Any input greatly apreciated, thanks for dealing with a noob!

Come to Britain Tbone; you can borrow my s3 and I'll show you how to tame the beast...... Like all good girls she fights back from time to time..,. but I still love her...

MonkeyHanger · 05-20-2005

Quote:

On 2005-05-19 06:49, tbone16 wrote:
I am not to familar with the Trip, and have been looking for a bonneville, which fits me a little better. Here latly, I have taken a liking to the Trip, however it looks a little big for a beginer like me. My only motrcycle expierance is on dirtbikes and the MSF 250 motorcycles. Any input greatly apreciated, thanks for dealing with a noob!

Come to Britain Tbone; you can borrow my s3 and I'll show you how to tame the beast...... Like all good girls she fights back from time to time..,. but I still love her...

tbone16 · 05-20-2005

Boy would I love to get back to the UK! If I had the cash for a pane ticket. Thanks for the offer MUNK.

As for the trip, I have come to this conclusion. I went to a dealership today and fired up some bikes. The first bike was a triple 900 Tbird. all I can say is holy snikees that thing sounded good. However, I honestly think that there is just to much power in that style power plant. I went and drove an 04 bonnie and realy loved the heck out of it. I hate to have started this thread just to close it, but alot of good info has been made available on this thread, and it should probally be archived. (oh by the way, I killed the bonnie like 6 times <WHAT A SISSY!>)

tbone16 · 05-20-2005

Boy would I love to get back to the UK! If I had the cash for a pane ticket. Thanks for the offer MUNK.

As for the trip, I have come to this conclusion. I went to a dealership today and fired up some bikes. The first bike was a triple 900 Tbird. all I can say is holy snikees that thing sounded good. However, I honestly think that there is just to much power in that style power plant. I went and drove an 04 bonnie and realy loved the heck out of it. I hate to have started this thread just to close it, but alot of good info has been made available on this thread, and it should probally be archived. (oh by the way, I killed the bonnie like 6 times <WHAT A SISSY!>)

Hairball · 05-20-2005

My girl also has a 05 S3
Not her first bike, She practices the art of restraint and skilled throddle management.

I, on the other hand.... YEEEEEHAAAAAAAAAA!!!!!!

should probably stay away from the bike, it is way too fun!