I know a few people on here have had them. What should I be worried about if I were to buy one?
Nothing I can think of. Loved mine, Stock it has a very agressive riding position. It would kill my back on short distance rides and I am not an out of shape guy. I added Helibars which helped allot but I still find the Monster more comfort
Watch out for cows.
(http://www.usfarmer.com/fetch_file/?id=38208)
Ducati makes a 675 ?? ??? ??? ???
I keed ..... I keed ....!
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Heard parts can annoying to get, but you should be used to it coming from ducs
Beyond that I've heard nothing but love from them
Great! If the only concern is riding position, then that's a good start. No engine or electric gremblins?
[thumbsup] Good bikes, but keep a careful eye on the engine oil level. They drink a fair bit, and a few have gotten a bit low and blown up! This issue primarily affected the early models and I don't think it is a problem with the newer bikes. Personally, I'd go for an MV, if I was in the market for a middleweight supersport!
What year are you looking at? There was a problem with the R/R. It's around $200 to replace.
??? I am not too sure which year, but it was the first models, the goldy yellow ones. It wasn't widespread, but is worth being aware of it if you buy one. Here in the UK it was reported in MCN. I seem to recall that the specified oil level in the crankcase window was at fault, but I could well be mistaken. Anyhow, I doubt that the few bikes that were affected, are still on the road.
Quote from: mickyvee on June 23, 2012, 02:16:35 PM
??? I am not too sure which year, but it was the first models, the goldy yellow ones. It wasn't widespread, but is worth being aware of it if you buy one. Here in the UK it was reported in MCN. I seem to recall that the specified oil level in the crankcase window was at fault, but I could well be mistaken. Anyhow, I doubt that the few bikes that were affected, are still on the road.
Sorry, I was asking the question of the OP. :)
[laugh] Oops! Sorry about that!
2010. It was serviced at the same dealer so I'm hoping to get the service records along within.
Quote from: duccarlos on June 24, 2012, 10:50:15 AM
2010. It was serviced at the same dealer so I'm hoping to get the service records along within.
So it may have the old R/R. Other than that, I haven't heard of any major issues.
Im prob going to break down and buy one soon too. I am craving a Black and Gold one [thumbsup]
I had one of the '08 SE Daytonas (the black and gold ones). The thing was just about bullet proof! I sold it to get the Super Duke and have to say that I wish I wouldn't have. The SD made better sense when I lived in Hawaii, but I'd rather have the Triumph now that I'm in the DC area.
Here's my old one...
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/DSC_0033.jpg)
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 24, 2012, 07:43:15 PM
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/DSC_0033.jpg)
Nice! Love the black and gold!
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 24, 2012, 07:43:15 PM
I had one of the '08 SE Daytonas (the black and gold ones). The thing was just about bullet proof! I sold it to get the Super Duke and have to say that I wish I wouldn't have. The SD made better sense when I lived in Hawaii, but I'd rather have the Triumph now that I'm in the DC area.
Here's my old one...
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/DSC_0033.jpg)
That's a hot looking bike.
I miss my 06 Graphite. I will have another.
I did a euro trackday in Canada right after I bought the bike (which none had been shipped to CA yet) so for many people it was the first time to see one in person.
I also wrecked at that track weekend (Mosport) so I was likely the first person to crash a 675 in canada. It was just rash so I was able to keep riding. We put a band-aid on it [laugh]
People would walk by and ooohh/ahhh and take pictures. They walk to the other side and oohh/ahh turned to oohhhh nooooo [laugh]
Awesome bike.
It's red. i prefer the black and gold, but that was a SE. I don't mind the red.
Have you bought it?
I was going to see it this weekend, but the shop closes early on Saturdays. I might get a chance tomorrow.
Have you ridden one yet?
I rode one a few years ago when the demo truck swung by where I used to live. Honestly I preferred the 848, but any Ducati is oppresively expensive.
Love the gold and black. Stunning :o
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 24, 2012, 07:43:15 PM
I had one of the '08 SE Daytonas (the black and gold ones). The thing was just about bullet proof! I sold it to get the Super Duke and have to say that I wish I wouldn't have. The SD made better sense when I lived in Hawaii, but I'd rather have the Triumph now that I'm in the DC area.
Here's my old one...
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/DSC_0033.jpg)
Beautiful 675!! Ben
A colleague of mine has that same bike...he's been plaqued with electrical/ charging issues
which have been costly for him.
He does complain about wrist & back issues too
But he still keeps it 8)
Really? I knew of two that came onto the island originally. The guy who bought the other one promptly wadded his. Then ran into another who had moved onto island with one. Hell, my old one might still be wandering around down there.
Had no issues at all with mine, and I can't really think of anyone I've spoken with having issues with theirs as well. The ergos weren't the most forgiving, but I found them to be close to what you got on a 8/10/11?8.
Ergos were great for me. I rode mine to Dimby and back. 1400 miles in 3 days total (600 one way on the slab)
A friend of mine who lives at the same complex as me just bought one. Went from an 08 GSX-R600 to the 07 675. He actually said "it makes me feel like I never want to ride a japanese bike again". He really loves it.
I was just in a dealership a couple weekends ago and checked out the '11 and '12 side by side. Fantastic bike. It'd got the looks and has the performance to back it up. The triple, IMO, has the best of the 2 worlds, power from the I-4 and torque from the twin.
If you were to buy new, you might want to consider the 675R - same everything with better suspension and brakes. Might be worth the money if you are looking to track it. My only complain about the '12 is that they tried to update the "Triumph" logo on the tank. I am not a fan of the "modern" logo. I much prefer the old school Triumph logo.
LOVE MINE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
(http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s255/jimwatsondc/NESBA%20April%202012/JON_0437-1796643772-O.jpg)
My only issue would be the height. I'm short. I hope not to run into too much traffic on my commute.
Quote from: duccarlos on June 26, 2012, 01:18:04 PM
My only issue would be the height. I'm short. I hope not to run into too much traffic on my commute.
I assume you are opposed to the Street Triple? It is a little shorter, although still at the very max for me.
Quote from: Meerkat on June 26, 2012, 01:03:59 PM
LOVE MINE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
(http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s255/jimwatsondc/NESBA%20April%202012/JON_0437-1796643772-O.jpg)
WHAT?!?!
Quote from: Meerkat on June 26, 2012, 01:03:59 PM
LOVE MINE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
(http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s255/jimwatsondc/NESBA%20April%202012/JON_0437-1796643772-O.jpg)
Very nice! What exhaust is that?
[evil]
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 26, 2012, 02:45:50 PM
WHAT?!?!
Speak up, I can't hear you.
Quote from: RC Fan on June 26, 2012, 02:57:23 PM
Very nice! What exhaust is that?
That's the 11ty Billion dB Triple Thunder from GPR. Caveat about the exhaust: It makes you really slow as you're afraid your body will liquify if the tach continues to climb. [evil]
Your ear drums will burst into flames if you get within 150 yards of the damn thing!
Seriously, I'm shocked you haven't been thrown off the track due to that things noise.
This just popped up on Cl's...
http://honolulu.craigslist.org/oah/mcy/3100697880.html (http://honolulu.craigslist.org/oah/mcy/3100697880.html)
Quote from: 118811 on June 27, 2012, 01:05:17 AM
This just popped up on Cl's...
http://honolulu.craigslist.org/oah/mcy/3100697880.html (http://honolulu.craigslist.org/oah/mcy/3100697880.html)
Not a bad deal. Sold mine for almost a thousand more, with twice the miles. Might be worth a look for you Frederick.
They sold the Daytona but had a deal on the Street R. Closing the deal on the financing then waiting for my gear to arrive. I should have it home in 2 weeks.
congrats! that's a great bike with a great engine... and if it's your only bike it'll be way more useful than a daytona.
That's what finally convinced me. I will mostly use it as a commuter with possibly one or 2 trackdays a year.
A great machine. You made a good choice.
I've said it before, but that 675 triple is a little jewel of a motor. I was leaning toward the Street Triple R before finally opting for the 1100evo. My choice came down to torque vs hp. That triple is always reaching for the next higher gear. In top gear, it feels as though there should be another up-shift on tap.
But the sound of that 675 at WOT is a religious experience.
Well done Duccarlos.
Thanks!
I just hope I can control the mod bug. Right now I'm just going to replace the mouse ears. I will try to stay away from any exhaust/suspension/brake mods.
Quote from: duccarlos on July 04, 2012, 10:30:33 AM
I just hope I can control the mod bug. ~snip~. I will try to stay away from any exhaust/suspension/brake mods.
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Good luck with that!
Did you find a vaccination against the disease? I think the triples invite mods almost as much as the Monsters.
Quote from: duccarlos on July 04, 2012, 05:32:23 AM
They sold the Daytona but had a deal on the Street R.
You have excellent taste! I love mine. I tried to keep the stock mirrors, but having had the CRGs previously, I had to get another set. Please post pictures when you get it.
Quote from: duccarlos on July 04, 2012, 10:30:33 AM
Thanks!
I just hope I can control the mod bug. Right now I'm just going to replace the mouse ears. I will try to stay away from any exhaust/suspension/brake mods.
But have you heard the Arrows 3-1 low boys yet? Because... ummm... yeah, you need them. Shhh... dont fight it, it's going to happen either way. haha.
Quote from: thought on July 04, 2012, 11:23:42 PM
But have you heard the Arrows 3-1 low boys yet? Because... ummm... yeah, you need them. Shhh... dont fight it, it's going to happen either way. haha.
I've seen them but never heard them. I'm not exactly sure how long I'll be down here, so I mostly want to keep the mod to anything I can take back with me.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X0BT0BdIy0A&feature=related
Thanks for the video! Definitely a unique exhaust note.
The Arrow 3 into 1 is awesome! The quality is excellent, you lose about 18 pounds, gain about 5 hp, and you can get rid of the ugly passenger pegs.
<IF> I were interested in mods, I would start with barend mirrors, fender eliminator kit and exhaust. </IF>
I may cave and do the fender eliminator. The D3(Tripletek) Tail Tidy Lowboy seems well reviewed on the Triumph board. I have already caved on several other items for the bike, so it will likely happen again [evil]
I wanted to revive this thread cause I need to complain about the stock seat. It's good for the most part, but it kinda crushes me down there. Do they offer anything aftermarket?
There is a Triumph gel seat, which most seem to find not that much of an improvement. Both Sargent and Corbin offer Street Triple models. If you were in the States, I would suggest sending your seat off to Spencer. I find moving back on the seat (when possible) to work well. You are right though--the seat is quite uncomfortable.
ahhh Carlos...just cut your junk off and the problem is solved...LOL...J/K
My issue being vertically challenged is that I have to move up close to the tank when in traffic. That's where my sack takes more of the crushing. While on the move it's not an issue.
Most of the options involve a higher seat sadly, which puts them out for me as well. The Corbin seat specs have a seat height of 31 inches, so you might want to check that out.
How hard would it be to ship it to spencer for his seat mod? I know that he'll lower it... even with shipping unless it's a huge hassle it might be still the cheapest best option.
I say that maybe the answer is to custom dent the tank for "personal" reasons then.
Quote from: thought on November 08, 2012, 01:07:53 PM
How hard would it be to ship it to spencer for his seat mod? I know that he'll lower it... even with shipping unless it's a huge hassle it might be still the cheapest best option.
Because of the already shallow seat pan, Spencer can't lower the height of the seat. He certainly would have been my first choice as well.
Me and the bike are in Chile. It would cost me a pretty penny to have it shipped.