So who here has a t509?

[OwenS]

Or am i the only one?

[WTPIII]

Just traded mine for a 2007, couldn't resist.

[OwenS]

So whats the gap between the trade in and the price of a new 07?

[cave1]

I have one. But I think I am happier with mine than you are yours...

[Kahuna]

Since new in '98. Why?

[OwenS]

I have one. But I think I am happier with mine than you are yours...

?? Im heaps happy with mine? Im just trying to work out its quirks and get her going good, it was pretty neglected when i got it. When did i say i wasnt happy with it?



I was just wondering who had one is all, most people here seem to have the 1050 or the 955. So what sort of mods have you guys done to your bikes and do you have any photos? Im just trying to get mine looking good again as it deserves it, would be nice to see what a 'good example' of one looks like.

[DEcosse]

Mine started life as a T509 but has changed somewhat from original configuration.
Even in the 'before' pics below it had some 'extras'

Lots would agree that the plastics on that generation look much generation than the later models. Just adding some nice after-market parts (like an exhaust & some Rizoma accessories) can really make your bike look sharp.

There are a few T509 owners on here with some nice bikes. Do a search on member 'whodekne' for one, has a nice black one.

[cave1]

SNIP

?? Im heaps happy with mine? Im just trying to work out its quirks and get her going good, it was pretty neglected when i got it. When did i say i wasnt happy with it?

SNIP

An inference on my part from a couple of your recent posts, one about difficulty getting the front wheel off the ground on the T509, one wondering if they are outdated and sufficiently supported by the aftermarket, and a couple of remarks about the possibility of trading up to a 1050.

Good to hear that you're just trying to get yours up to snuff again. The mods I've been happiest about doing on mine are putting on a high mount exhaust, getting it sorted with Tuneboy, and having the rear shock revalved and resprung for my weight. Upgrading from Bridgestone BT010s has also made a difference, and I'm a big fan of the Skyking sliders.

I'd REALLY like a Wilbers shock, custom built to maybe an inch longer than stock and adjustable for another half inch of length, but I am trying to keep the cost of my passion for motorcycles down at this point in my life...

I'd post pictures, BUT I CAN'T FIGURE OUT HOW TO GET THEM BIGGER THAN THE IMAGE ON A SMALL COIN! Anybody care to clue me in? DEcosse, for instance, seems to have no trouble in this area...

[WTPIII]

I got $4k on the trade in, almost kept it as a "commuter" bike, but found an oil leak (3rd time) from the heads, so I gave it up instead, and used the $$$ to add accessories to the 07.

Overall it was a great bike, other than the leak. And l think it sounded better with the Yoshi slip on than my new one does with the Arrow. It definitely did not GO like the new one does, but still lots of fun, though.

[Kahuna]

Here are some of the mods I have made. All quite basic when compared to the transformation of DEcosse's bike.

Triumph carbon high pipe
K&N Filter
direct shift gear lever
Road Racing sprocket cover
polished swing arm
datatool alarm
Harris Carbon Hugger
quick release seat
mesh vent covers
airbox mod
Full length front brake lines
carbon tank pad
Triumph grab rail
drag link mod
Racetech Springs
Rizoma headlight bracket
Oddysey Battery
engine protection bars
17 tooth front sprocket