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Street Triple as second bike

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#1 · (Edited)
Hello all,

I currently ride a Suzuki TU250 (which I got as a starter bike) and even though it probably wouldn't be for another year or so until I upgrade, I have started research now.

The Triumph Street Triple is definitely on my short list for possible upgrades. I have yet to sit on one (which I know is a must) and a test ride would be ideal.

Did anyone else here upgrade to the Street Triple as a second bike? Do you all recommend this as a good second bike?

Any and all comments/tips/suggestions are appreciated
 
#2 ·
I dunno about as a second bike. I picked up a '12 street triple r new, as my first bike in march. Now getting ready to put it up for the winter with about 6300 miles on it. I love it. Dont test ride one unless youre sure youre going to get one. Because you will think of nothing else until you can ride it again.

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#3 · (Edited)
IMO: Once you get the basic riding skills down, handling the Striple, is not over the top. Most riders get into trouble when the unexpected happens, it's important to know what to do, how to do it and when. Keep in mind that we never graduate. It's a fun bike........ go have some fun.
 
#7 ·
With about 10K miles on the 250 you'll be fine. Just be prepaired to take it easy while you get used to it, as you would with any new bike.

It's a lousy first bike though. There's so much that you don't learn about anticipation, reading the traffic, getting the best out of the bike. It's all too easy with the power that the Street has - and if you try to use all the power, as a newby you'll probably die. It gets you into a very bad habit of riding under restraint.

Rob
 
#9 ·
I actually just got my Striple last weekend after riding a xt250 for about 3 months. about 2 weeks after I got my XT i was told my commute was going to change (but about 140 miles a day 2 times a week) hence the need for a quick upgrade. But on to your question, YES its a great upgrade. you just need to be careful of the power, as long as you realize its there and respect it you should be fine. just make sure you have the basics down on your 250, handling and situational awareness. good luck!!
 
#14 ·
When I upgraded from my Ninja 250r two years ago, I was a bit unsure as to how I would go with a much more powerful bike. Shouldn't have worried. Half way home from the dealership I was more relaxed and confident than I ever thought I would be. With that torqey engine and comfortable riding position I found it to be very easy to ride.
 
#18 · (Edited)
If you have no experience on a sportbike I don't think it's a wise choice. I think the best choice is to have some experience sport riding. Even though the Street is the "smaller" of two bikes, it is still very powerful, and the power comes on fast. It will wheelie over hills, on quick shifts, and on flat ground. Brakes and suspension are finely tuned and it's got a light and agile turn-in.


It's certainly not a bad choice, but I would start on something more forgiving first. I'm not a fan of the "just take it easy" argument. What's the point of having the bike if your going to ride around and baby it?
 
#19 ·
I've owned a lot of motorcycles and there is no one bike that does it all. For in-town light shopping or going to Subway for lunch and bringing back a refill on my soda, I take my Vespa. I couldn't do that even with a backpack on my Streetie. A scooter with all that room under the seat, maneuverability, high mileage, is the best 2-wheeled vehicle for city riding, IMO. The Street Triple is for almost everything else and I prefer it on the highway and of course it is way cooler than a scooter. If I could only have one bike ever, it would be the Ninja 650r. It will do it all. Since I can have 2 or more bikes, the 650r would not be one of them. I think I've got all my bases covered with the Vespa GTS 300 Super and the Streetie.
 
#20 ·
I had a Yamaha, Tmax for a few years and I agree, the maxi-scooters are ideal for the city/suburbs. I used mine for commuting and did a lot of weekend day trips.
Today my Striple is the work horse, and my Sprint is the weekender, however I like them both so much I use them both, for both. Now all I need is a Daytona. :)
 
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