Triumphrat

rstover · 05-31-2007

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When will they ever get those things (hd) to handle?

During my last MC shopping research, I test rode the Buell Streetfighther (read sport HD) and, man, it handled great! I found it very much like the Triumph Speed Triple, both of which require a too-far-froward position for my tastes.

I ended up buying a Bonneville T100 for several reasons: neutral seating position, handling, and looks. Not a moments buyer's remorse either.

monkeyboy · 05-31-2007

I have a Buell Firebolt. It's the most unforgiving, pos I have ever rode. The motor has so much rotating mass that if you adjust the throttle anywhere near a corner it wants to highside you. It's dangerous after getting off my Thrux. She forgives all my ham fisted moves.

KF6VGZ · 05-31-2007

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On 2007-05-31 18:10, monkeyboy wrote:
I have a Buell Firebolt. It's the most unforgiving, pos I have ever rode. The motor has so much rotating mass that if you adjust the throttle anywhere near a corner it wants to highside you. It's dangerous after getting off my Thrux. She forgives all my ham fisted moves.

That's a shame. I'd think Buell's would handle great...their such small looking bikes (short wheel base)

At least they sound kick-ass! :hammer:

Brooksie · 05-31-2007

V-Rods are not bad bikes, but typically over priced. I had a change to ride a Street Rod and it was a lot of fun. Toomuch $$$ for a motorcycle.

KingStreetRat · 05-31-2007

Road King Classic. I never ride my Bonny on a day trip anymore.

Like riding a Lazy Boy down the highway.

KF6VGZ · 06-01-2007

V-ROD sillyness :hammer:

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