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2018/19 Speedmaster MODIFICATIONS

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#1 ·
As I've been reading this forum for almost a year now, there have been new (and great) threads on specific mods - like the Corbin seats, both 2-up and solo - and some other things, but it seemed to me that it might be good to have one central thread for beginning discussion on a whole realm of different mods.

Then, if any mod becomes really popular, like the Corbin seats, we could start another thread specifically for that mod.

The way I'm wired, all things can be improved upon. There is nothing that cannot be improved, and I'm always trying to make things better - in both mechanical things, and for me, in all realms of life.

So I've already got a list of mods I'd like to make on my new Speedmaster, and am wondering where to find such mods, or do they even exist? This forum might be a great place to start such discussions.

Here's a simple example that maybe we can use in starting this thread: I can't stand the clear lenses on the turn signals. I love smoked signal lenses that hide what's inside the signal, but let the orange light come through when the signals are on.

Anyone know of a source for smoked turn signal lenses for a Speedmaster? Does Triumph offer them?

Here's another one: I'm an old goat who loves chrome. Anyone know of a good source for alternative chrome turn signals that will easily fit the Speedmaster?

I know I'll be coming up with other areas to modify.

Hope this thread can be a help to everyone here......

GN
 
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#2 ·
Hmmm.......plenty of views, no replies.

Would love to hear others thoughts on this thread...........

Areas I'll be looking at in future, already discussed by many:

Seat - original fits me pretty well, but no long rides yet.

Footpegs or floorboards? Already noticed legs wanting to shift position last night after 20 minutes.....

Handlebar? I have a great new HD bar for a Sportster on my shelf....might try it out. Original fits me ok.

GN
 
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Here are my thoughts on the Speedmaster with over 3000 miles.

Seat, the stock one is okay, the comfort seat is great for about 15 minutes, then it loses support creating pressure points. I went with Corbin, its firm but I can ride with it all day without feeling those pressure points.

Floorboards, it was one of my first mods. I did not want to do it because they look like Elephant ears to me. My brother said give it a try you wont be disappointed, he was right. They make long rides so comfortable. If feel like riding hard I can move my feet all the way back hug the tank and let it rip. If I feel like just cruising I can move my feet forward. There is so much room to move your feet around. I do scrape the boards a little, but they move to let you know to back off.

Handlebars, I have heard some complain, but I love the beach bars. Like the floor boards I feel they work great for laid back cruising, but also are very good for hitting the curves. One thing I had to get use to was hard stoplight acceleration, you do have to make sure you have the right grip. After a few miles it was all natural for me.

I think this bike has lots going for it. At first I thought it would be just a cruiser, but it does everything I ask it to do. I would like more power, but that's me with anything I drive.

I have posted a few photos, but I will post so you don't have to search....
 

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#3 ·
I get the message loud and clelar! No one likes my idea of a MODIFICATIONS thread for the new Speedmaster! No Problem!

Well, anyway I guess I'll TRY posting a question here and see if I get any response.

Stage I improvements to bike engines involve simply moving more air through the engine by reducing resistance on both the intake and the output ends - air filter and exhaust.

While on the exhaust side we all know about the Vance & Hines slip-ons for the bike, I NEVER hear anything about any options for improving intake airflow with an improved air filter, like K&N.

Why is nothing said about this? Are there any options? Will it void the warranty?

Hope someone reads this and can help.........

TIA,

GN
 
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Was the Maverick kit an extra 2k? And did the dealer have the parts on site, or did they have to order? Did they charge you for the labor to install?
From what I've read, there are a ton of mods available from Triumph for this bike.
As for adding floorboards, my GF did this a while ago when she had a Honda Shadow Aero, put Cobra boards on and never looked back.
 
#5 ·
Here's a mod I'd like to do: make it so the DRL will illuminate by itself (i.e., without the headlight itself) while driving.
There was a thread in 2016 about this for other Triumph models. Evidently I'd need to buy a new LH switch cube and a new headlight (both Euro specs) in order to get this functionality. Cost could run a few hundred bucks. But since the bike is produced in Europe to behave this way, I've got to believe changing out those parts would be plug and play. So, I'm wondering:
1. Has anyone done this mod?
2. If so, what are the part numbers I need? And are there any complications I should expect?

Thanks much!
Steve
 
#6 ·
How about air filter? K&N make one for the SM/Bobber?

Does the ECU need re-mapping if you get one?

GN
 
#8 ·
Yoken -

Do the floorboards drag like the footpegs? Less? or more?

What is the total cost? You need the floorboards, mounting brackets, new shift linkage, right?

TIA,

GN
 
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I would say a little less, they also move about inch giving you a little more safety not to unload the bike.

I have seen the kit as low as $445, and it is a complete kit, everything is included. Lots of pieces with poor instructions, but you can easily figure how it all goes together.
 
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Asked before, but will ask again as I think the question got lost in the shuffle........

Does anyone know of smoked lenses for the turn signals on the Speedmaster & Bobber? Dealer knows of none, I can't find any anywhere.

A small picky detail and the one thing I don't like about the bike is the clear plastic lenses on these bikes. They beg for smoked lenses........

GN
 
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Ok, looks good, more info please:

Pics of Motone blinkers
Airbox's delete - where did you get the new air filters? I heard the stock filters/air box were pretty free-flowing and not much was to be gained.
With the side covers off, what shows on the left side of the bike where the electrical stuff is? Can you provide a pic?

Thanks!

GN
 
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Not sure where it was, but read somewhere the K&N's provide little advantage as the original filters are pretty non-restrictive.......

GN
 
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Pics of blinkers and left side of bike. For the rear blinkers I had to do some fabrication get them tucked in like that. Cut down the threaded tube, drill out the stock plastic a bit, etc.
The motones come with incandescent bulbs...replace those with LED.
https://amazon.com/gp/product/B01E5AIMU0/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Parts for airbox delete:
https://www.ajcyclesny.com/product/viba-wiring-harness-cover-triumph-bobber/
https://www.ajcyclesny.com/product/...er-kit-waterproof-triumph-bobber-speedmaster/
https://www.ajcyclesny.com/product/uni-filters-crankcase-breather-triumph-classics/

Step by step:

Note I do sometimes get some crankcase fumes drifting up when sitting at a stoplight on a hot day. I relocated the crankcase breather as high as possible between the pods to minimize that.


wrt to stock airboxes - I'm no expert, but these have a 1" by 1.5" opening on the bottom of the airboxes.
I struggle to understand how a 1200cc engine can breathe well with such limits...In my uninformed opinion the engineers at Triumph had to do the best they could where styling took precedence over airflow.
My '14 Street Triple had a wonderfully designed airbox, and a K&N there did the trick as it got rid of the wire mesh nonsense you see on stock triumph filters.
 

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#22 · (Edited)
If you're looking for aftermarket mods ajcyclesny has quite a few nice ones... for original parts I've used pure-triumph... they have a good discount plus a discount system to where you earn additional discounts by buying... of course it's up to a certain %.
Mods to my 2018 Speedmaster:
Corbin seat (was the second one to get one, I did the ride in and had it fitted there)
Floor boards
Rizoma turn signals
Motone 1 up and 1 over risers
Triumph chrome tear drop mirrors
Triumph Dresser bars
Wilbers adjustable rear shock
Motone x pipe
Vance and Hines
Denali D2 fog lamps
Memphis Shades Batwing
Viking Bags w quick detach (mounting plate from saddlebagdepot)

I'll upload some pictures later...
 

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#23 ·
Love your setup!

Please do take shots from different angles so we can see the details.

Particularly interested in the Denali fog lights

GN
 
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It’s a Memphis Shades Batwing model MEM7081 with mounting brackets MEB8967. Both had to be slightly modified... both are made for Harley’s... the surround for the headlight had to be cut in order for the headlight to go through, the brackets needed to be bent for them to fit the angle of the bike. The fork mounts that came with the bracket fit perfectly. Everything has to be bought separately, fairing, brackets, windshield and molding... it’ll run about $500. Then you will have to add the deflectors cause it ends up generating an updraft and a lot of buffeting... but for long hauls and long commutes like mine it’s a must.
 
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Thanks! know Memphis Shades well - have one of their windshields for one of my Harley's. quality stuff.

You've built the nicest touring Speedmaster yet.

Thanks for all the details.

GNf
 
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Thank you... Still have a few more things on the list for it... Next up will be the headlight... ordered the Denali M5 (same as Vision X vortex) as I do a lot of riding at night, and the stock led is very disappointing. I'm also still messing around with windshield styles/heights and fork lowers. At some point I will pull the trigger on the belt conversion from Free Spirits.
Forgot to mention that the Batwing and the bags are both on quick detach brackets... that way you can go from cruiser to regular Speedmaster in no time.
 
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That windscreen seems to be a way better option than what Triumph offers... multiple heights and adjustability plus available lowers!... very nice indeed. I have the triumph windscreen and never seemed to work as it should... added lowers and a puig deflector on the top... still had some buffeting issues.
 
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Nice. Super nice.

Used to live in Orlando, 101 S. Bumby & 1021 Livingston - and used to have a CB900! Best roads in FLA are between Orlando & Gainesville.....there are even hills! Had my first motorcycle in Gainesville in '64......

GN
 
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#39 ·
YES! Now it makes sense - but gosh, $255 is a fortune for two small pieces of chrome tubing.......that's about twice what Harley prices are for something similar!

Thank you!

GN
 
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thanks Steve - like to get the luggage rack as well - amazing it is reasonably priced - a lot more complex than the 2 rails, and less than half the price - what's up with that? Two rails for back rest ought to be same cost as the luggage rack.......IMHO.......

Triumph website says another part is needed, I cannot find it anywhere: A9750803

Anyone know what that is and how much it costs?

GN
 
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