Well, I warned you in the title. I am sure this comes up from time to time, but I could really use some advice.
I currently ride a Harley FXDX, which won't mean much if you don't know much about Harleys. It was not a very popular model, not enough chrome, more of a rider's bike, and was discontinued several years ago. Anyway, I have owned mine for about six years and have spent that time making it fit me and the way I like to ride as best as I can. I have discovered that I would like something sportier though.
I live in Florida and my favorite ride is my annual trip to NC to ride in the mountains. So, I want a bike I can ride from Florida to NC (about 600 miles) and then have fun in the twisties when I get there. I think the Sprint would fit that bill.
My main concern is the heat. I have heard the heat can be pretty bad. Living in Florida, it is quite hot here most of the year and I don't think I will enjoy a bike that cooks me. I need some honest answers here. A good bit of my riding falls into the commuting category and I don't normally wear leather for that. Will the bike cook me in jeans? I have been told the Tiger is not as hot as the Sprint. Would I be better off with the Tiger?
Also, I am on a budget and I found what looks to be a good deal on a 2006. Have there been many changes in the bike since then? Would I be better off saving longer and getting a newer one?
I have been riding a long time, but I am very new to anything Triumph, so any info you can give me would be appreciated.
Dan
I currently ride a Harley FXDX, which won't mean much if you don't know much about Harleys. It was not a very popular model, not enough chrome, more of a rider's bike, and was discontinued several years ago. Anyway, I have owned mine for about six years and have spent that time making it fit me and the way I like to ride as best as I can. I have discovered that I would like something sportier though.
I live in Florida and my favorite ride is my annual trip to NC to ride in the mountains. So, I want a bike I can ride from Florida to NC (about 600 miles) and then have fun in the twisties when I get there. I think the Sprint would fit that bill.
My main concern is the heat. I have heard the heat can be pretty bad. Living in Florida, it is quite hot here most of the year and I don't think I will enjoy a bike that cooks me. I need some honest answers here. A good bit of my riding falls into the commuting category and I don't normally wear leather for that. Will the bike cook me in jeans? I have been told the Tiger is not as hot as the Sprint. Would I be better off with the Tiger?
Also, I am on a budget and I found what looks to be a good deal on a 2006. Have there been many changes in the bike since then? Would I be better off saving longer and getting a newer one?
I have been riding a long time, but I am very new to anything Triumph, so any info you can give me would be appreciated.
Dan