learningtofly Posted November 15, 2018 Author Share Posted November 15, 2018 Just a quick update, but the Street Triple arrived at the dealership yesterday, so I popped over there today to have a look at it and sign some papers. It's bloody beautiful, and because I opted for the R in the low ride height I can flat foot it too (I know it's not 100% necessary, but I was on tip toes with the standard height bike and I have a lot of manoeuvring to do at home, I filter a lot, etc etc).I'm collecting it next Thursday morning, and in the interim they're fitting heated grips, tail tidy, grab rails, frame protectors and paddock stand bobbins. I'm really excited, and the day after I collect it I'm booked in for an ACF-50 treatment. That's in Chesham, which is a lovely ride from where I live. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gogs01 Posted November 16, 2018 Share Posted November 16, 2018 Just a quick update, but the Street Triple arrived at the dealership yesterday, so I popped over there today to have a look at it and sign some papers. It's bloody beautiful, and because I opted for the R in the low ride height I can flat foot it too (I know it's not 100% necessary, but I was on tip toes with the standard height bike and I have a lot of manoeuvring to do at home, I filter a lot, etc etc).I'm collecting it next Thursday morning, and in the interim they're fitting heated grips, tail tidy, grab rails, frame protectors and paddock stand bobbins. I'm really excited, and the day after I collect it I'm booked in for an ACF-50 treatment. That's in Chesham, which is a lovely ride from where I live. Enjoy !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elizabethf Posted November 16, 2018 Share Posted November 16, 2018 Just a quick update, but the Street Triple arrived at the dealership yesterday, so I popped over there today to have a look at it and sign some papers. It's bloody beautiful, and because I opted for the R in the low ride height I can flat foot it too (I know it's not 100% necessary, but I was on tip toes with the standard height bike and I have a lot of manoeuvring to do at home, I filter a lot, etc etc).I'm collecting it next Thursday morning, and in the interim they're fitting heated grips, tail tidy, grab rails, frame protectors and paddock stand bobbins. I'm really excited, and the day after I collect it I'm booked in for an ACF-50 treatment. That's in Chesham, which is a lovely ride from where I live. I think this baby deserves a new thread. My fella is looking at getting a street triple and I darent ride it as I know i wont want the MT anymore if i do that ! Seem like awesome bikes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
learningtofly Posted November 16, 2018 Author Share Posted November 16, 2018 Just a quick update, but the Street Triple arrived at the dealership yesterday, so I popped over there today to have a look at it and sign some papers. It's bloody beautiful, and because I opted for the R in the low ride height I can flat foot it too (I know it's not 100% necessary, but I was on tip toes with the standard height bike and I have a lot of manoeuvring to do at home, I filter a lot, etc etc).I'm collecting it next Thursday morning, and in the interim they're fitting heated grips, tail tidy, grab rails, frame protectors and paddock stand bobbins. I'm really excited, and the day after I collect it I'm booked in for an ACF-50 treatment. That's in Chesham, which is a lovely ride from where I live. I think this baby deserves a new thread. My fella is looking at getting a street triple and I darent ride it as I know i wont want the MT anymore if i do that ! Seem like awesome bikesI think you're right - I'll start one when I pick it up The MT is lovely - just don't take your bloke's bike out for a ride! I was only meant to be wasting a couple of hours while they tinkered with my Twin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slowlycatchymonkey Posted November 16, 2018 Share Posted November 16, 2018 I think I’ve missed a bit. The twin lasted a month and you’re switching to a triple? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikestrivens Posted November 16, 2018 Share Posted November 16, 2018 I expect he'll swap that when the new model comes out shortly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
learningtofly Posted November 16, 2018 Author Share Posted November 16, 2018 I think I’ve missed a bit. The twin lasted a month and you’re switching to a triple? Ah, well... I took the Twin in for its 500 mile spa and tested the Triple for a couple of hours... absolutely LOVED it. When they tried to sell me one I told them the only way I was buying it was if they were prepared to give me everything I spent on the Twin towards it.The rest is history Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
learningtofly Posted November 16, 2018 Author Share Posted November 16, 2018 I expect he'll swap that when the new model comes out shortly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slowlycatchymonkey Posted November 16, 2018 Share Posted November 16, 2018 Was it the extra power? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
learningtofly Posted November 16, 2018 Author Share Posted November 16, 2018 Was it the extra power? That and the fact that it’s 5 st lighter! So fast and nimble, and just a joy to ride. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geofferz Posted November 18, 2018 Share Posted November 18, 2018 I test rode one yesterday actually - much fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
learningtofly Posted November 23, 2019 Author Share Posted November 23, 2019 (edited) I was just having a browse of readers bikes, and realised I never updated mine given that I bought my 9T back in May. Anyway, this is what it looks like at the moment - aside from the non-standard paint job it has one or two additions/farkles on it...BMW Burnt Orange/Burnt Orange Flake paintwork on tank and front fender. Modified with the following components:Unit Garage slip-on exhaustCustom black/orange Scrambler seatMachineArt X Heads engine coversV-Trec brake and clutch leversUnit Garage rear rackRizoma swing arm license plate holderPuig bar end mirrorsWunderlich front fender extenderRizoma fork slidersWunderlich Xtreme rear mudguardEvotech oil cooler guardWunderlich sidestand extenderDart windshieldAnyway, here it is in various states of development, the first photo being the current state of play (albeit without the custom seat fitted): Edited November 23, 2019 by learningtofly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smithers Posted November 23, 2019 Share Posted November 23, 2019 I was just having a browse of readers bikes, and realised I never updated mine given that I bought my 9T back in May. Anyway, this is what it looks like at the moment - aside from the non-standard paint job it has one or two additions/farkles on it...rBMW Burnt Orange/Burnt Orange Flake paintwork on tank and front fender. Modified with the following components:Unit Garage slip-on exhaustCustom black/orange Scrambler seatMachineArt X Heads engine coversV-Trec brake and clutch leversUnit Garage rear rackRizoma swing arm license plate holderPuig bar end mirrorsWunderlich front fender extenderRizoma fork slidersWunderlich Xtreme rear mudguardEvotech oil cooler guardWunderlich sidestand extenderDart windshield That's a cracking looking bike you've got there LTF. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
learningtofly Posted November 23, 2019 Author Share Posted November 23, 2019 I was just having a browse of readers bikes, and realised I never updated mine given that I bought my 9T back in May. Anyway, this is what it looks like at the moment - aside from the non-standard paint job it has one or two additions/farkles on it...rBMW Burnt Orange/Burnt Orange Flake paintwork on tank and front fender. Modified with the following components:Unit Garage slip-on exhaustCustom black/orange Scrambler seatMachineArt X Heads engine coversV-Trec brake and clutch leversUnit Garage rear rackRizoma swing arm license plate holderPuig bar end mirrorsWunderlich front fender extenderRizoma fork slidersWunderlich Xtreme rear mudguardEvotech oil cooler guardWunderlich sidestand extenderDart windshield That's a cracking looking bike you've got there LTF. Thanks very much. The longer I have it, the more I love it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAYK47 Posted November 29, 2019 Share Posted November 29, 2019 I take it you dont miss the triple then LTF? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparkpaintersuk Posted November 30, 2019 Share Posted November 30, 2019 It's a motorbike not a baby, you need to have a word with your parents hahaha, though he just wanted to feel it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fastbob Posted December 6, 2019 Share Posted December 6, 2019 You're heading in the right direction but it ain't a Sportster . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyrider Posted December 6, 2019 Share Posted December 6, 2019 you are sounding like a seasoned harley rider now Bob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
learningtofly Posted February 13, 2020 Author Share Posted February 13, 2020 Well, I thought I should update this thread as - for a good while, at least - I'm finished with the mods. Some Oberon performance bar ends went on today as well as a Sargent seat pod, and all I really want to do now is upgrade the rear shock; however, I'll probably try to get a good summer of riding in first and then make a decision. I've also decided to keep the rear subframe on, at least until after a weekend trip planned for May. It was disappointing to learn that the bike without the subframe will only take 8kg of luggage on the rear seat, and I don't really want to faff of removing/replacing it repeatedly.Anyway, the aggregated list of mods now looks as follows (I'm far too scared to add up what I've spent):• BMW DWA alarm system• BMW heated grips• Custom black/orange Scrambler seat• Dart windshield• Evotech oil cooler guard• MachineArt X Heads engine covers• Oberon Performance bar end mirrors• Puig front fender extender• Puig rear hugger• R&G tail tidy• Rizoma fork sliders• Rizoma swing arm license plate holder• Sargent seat pod• Unit Garage rear rack (removed for now)• Unit Garage slip-on exhaust• V-Trec brake and clutch levers• Wunderlich sidestand extender• Wunderlich tank pad setA few photos... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stu Posted February 13, 2020 Share Posted February 13, 2020 I must admit I love the look of it [mention]learningtofly[/mention] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
learningtofly Posted February 13, 2020 Author Share Posted February 13, 2020 I must admit I love the look of it @learningtofly Thanks Stu - appreciated, mate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stu Posted February 13, 2020 Share Posted February 13, 2020 I must admit I love the look of it @learningtofly Thanks Stu - appreciated, mate. Just needs some forum stickers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
learningtofly Posted February 13, 2020 Author Share Posted February 13, 2020 I must admit I love the look of it @learningtofly Thanks Stu - appreciated, mate. Just needs some forum stickers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyrider Posted February 13, 2020 Share Posted February 13, 2020 and it looks mint Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
learningtofly Posted February 13, 2020 Author Share Posted February 13, 2020 and it looks mint Cheers for that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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