Opinions - Triumph t595/955i Daytonas

[Markus]

I have that new-to-me-bike itch and am considering buying a sport bike. Key is, I don't want to spend much. In general, inline-4's don't do much for me. I do, however, still want a unique - preferrably Euro - bike. I have always liked the Triumph pedigree and have seen some decent shape late-90's to early-00's Daytona t595's and 955i's for sale for very cheap. Anyone have experience with these bikes? Share some opinions on them?

They have some fairly archaic elements (conventional forks, for one) and I remember reading somewhere that the SSSA's look great but aren't super stiff. I'm willing to forgive quite a lot as the prices for used Daytonas just seem so good.

Thoughts?

[Oldfisti]

I had a 2003 Daytona and am still sad I sold it.    I need to go to a party now but I will elaborate later on the virtues.

[Markus]

I had a 2003 Daytona and am still sad I sold it.    I need to go to a party now but I will elaborate later on the virtues.

Thanks alfisti. I'm keen to hear your thoughts on the bike.

[Jaman]

I had a '97, put 40K+ (s)miles on her, and she is "on loan" to a good friend who was bike-less, as she was getting neglected after Monster purchase

5 of the things I did which I would highly recommend if possible -

racetech the forks, ohlins rear, front brakes (3 pot Tokikos in my case), lighter wheels (Dymags... ), and exhaust (likely to have been done already)

The only problem I had with her was electrical/blowing fuses, but got that sorted.

engine was bulletproof

great bikes.

[lazarus7]

ditto.......
2006 speed triple....
12,000 aggressive miles, zero issues, oil, gas, and tires thats it...
arrow carbys and ecu remap, 123.5 at the rear wheel...
very smooth and linear powerband, like riding an electric motor...
been a fun, great bike for me.

[Markus]

Thanks for the replies fellas.

I keep reading that the t595/955i Daytonas are really undervalued bikes and the ones I've seen listed locally seem reflect that. Good examples are at or less than similar aged Japanese i4 1000s so the prices are right!

What I don't want to get into is another project buildup bike. I've been down that road with my Monster and ST, and I don't want a repeat with the next bike. Too expensive and too time consuming. I'd like a twist and go bike this go around. Set up the suspension, do the basic maintenance, and leave it.

Do you think a fairly stock t595/955i would fit that bill?

[Jaman]

Yes... the question is, will you be able to leave well enuff alone?  [moto]

the only other thing to consider with the older ones (not sure if changed much on newer models) is the reach to bars can get a bit much if doing long stints on hwy -- I put adjustable clip-ons with some rise which helped, and actually liked how it kinda forced you to keep your weight over front wheel (one problem I had with adjusting to Monster)

that being said, I did quite a few 3-400+ mile days without much problem...

go for it!

[Monstermash]

I owned a 2000 955i Daytona for a few years before I bought my first Ducati. I really liked the bike and it was very stable while leaned over. The only issue was it took a little muscle to get it leaned over.

It had plenty of power and for the time, the brakes were fantastic with plenty of initial bite and feel. I wouldn't hesitate to purchase another one.

[Markus]

Awesome Thanks for the replies!

I was hoping to hear that they're decent bikes that don't need too much fiddling and modifying. I'm fairly confident that the excitement of changing out major components is over for me. Moditis doesn't hold the same fascination (read: obsession) it once did, probably because my priorities have shifted a bit the last couple of years. We'll see though... I've never been able to leave a vehicle stock for long.
 

[Oldfisti]

Sorry I've been busy and forgot to chime in.  Like lazarus7 stated the triple gives an amazingly linear powerband.  Consistent power from bottom to top.  Great bike for larger framed individuals like myself (6'4", 230#).  Stock suspension was predictable after dialing in the adjustments.  Adjustable clip-ons helped the wrist position quite a bit as it was not good for my personal ergonomics. 

Be careful of the quick-connect fuel fittings at the bottom of the tank!  The originals are made of nylon and have a tendency to crack and leak fuel when handled.  There is a factory recall on these and Triumph will give the the parts free of charge if the upgrade has not been performed.