You'll be sorry!

 

I've been contemplating the same thing. So far I can't bring myself to part with the Triple.

Let us know how your test ride goes and what you decide.

 

you know what to do, trade the wife in.

 

should definitely trade my wife in lol i talked to the guy at my dealer they getting them at the end of January. i would do the test ride and get a decision by then. Part of my decision will be due to a really closed call i had recently. if i go for the new thruxton it would be like having my triple so not really slowing things down. I have 2 baby girls now, and i can't be too crazy anymore. That's why i fell just like cruising now no more top speed runs for me .

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Who says you need a brand new Thruxton? The outgoing model has a pretty modest engine compared to the triple and makes an awesome noise with a couple pipes. I considered trading in my FZ6 for a Thruxton but it wasn't enough oomph so I got the triple. > The Thruxton is still a cooler bike, IMO.

 

i am sure the newer thruxton has lots of oomph, but the older model didn't cut it for me

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i am sure the newer thruxton has lots of oomph, but the older model didn't cut it for me

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Just know that the new 900 engine has even less horsepower than the original. It has more torque, yes, but it will ride a lot differently. Maybe this is ideal in your situation, but it may leave you wanting.

 

I traded in my Bonneville for the Street triple. Great in town bike but for back road scratching it's out of it's element.

Problem is not the bike...it's the rider IMO. Do some trackdays to get your speed issues resolved...in the process you'll become a better rider.

 

I don't get it, but if you go with Twin the new Thruxton R looks cool to me.
You get torque, TC, ABS, ride mods, and coolness.

 

you'll also get a big - in the bank account lol; the thruxton r isn't cheap. the base street twin is fairly cheap, small and comfy.

 

If you're looking to slow down and wanting two up comfort, why not a Tiger 800, it handles pretty well, has decent power more linear than a Street Triple, lower insurance rates, even another brand of an adventure style bike, they are pretty versital, you can still find some deals on 2014 Vstrom 1000's, under $9k for a bike equipped with ABS, TC and decent suspension, it is a lot bike for the price, they might not be the coolest looking bikes around but their ability to do everything, even tackle gravel roads makes them fun. They are more relaxed and comfortable than sport bikes but a decent rider can still carry a good pace on one on twisty tarmac, throw in bumpy pavement and they really shine. I have a 2012 Tiger 800 and a STR, longer rides, I'm reaching for the Tiger key.

 

A tiger or bmw gs will be my next bike

I have contemplated selling the Daytona. But damnit if every time I walk into the garage I don't smile!
And that bike gets all my time and money.

Have you ridden any of the newer tigers?
I'm don't need the fancy versions. Just a quality bike with good suspension and comfort. So I have been looking for a 13 or older model.
The 14+ are getting more affordable every time they smack a new letter on a ferring though. Lol (base models that is )

 

a lot of people been telling me about the tiger and the dealers are giving great deals, but to be honest i think the bonnies look cooler. I know it offers more performance but i just don't like the look. i was thinking about the BMW f800 but i wanna stick to triumph. Gotta love the brand !!!

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I haven't ridden the newer ones but the 15 Xcx with the *********** suspension and the ride by wire throttle are supposed to run and ride a bit better and people who have owned both models say there is a noticeable difference. I have a 12 Tiger Roadie, cast wheel model, tubeless tires, the XC has 21"/17" tubed tires and is more dirt worthy, but I haven't ridden the newer ones. I'm on another forum (advrider)and most folks seem to think the XCx is the bike to have. They handle pavement fine even with the taller front tire but I got a deal on mine when I got it left over. If I was in the market now and having ridden one the deals you can find on 2014 Vstrom 1000's that would be what I would buy, it has cast wheels 19"f/17"r and fully adjustable front forks with radial mounted calipers, and preload/rebound adjustable rear shock, a little more low end power than a Tiger 800 and about the same or little more top end power, looks are subjective but you don't see it when your riding it and a new Tiger or BMW is a bit more expensive.

 

Thanks vwstr
I appreciate the info and feedback. For the price point, a vstrom is a capable bike and I have some friends who ride them. I may look that direction.

Thank you

 

I can understand the going too fast thing. I can also understand having close calls. If you think changing bikes is going to make that go away I think you may be mistaken. How about you just try riding more responsibly? All the bikes mentioned have the ability to go fast and have close calls. Maybe spend some more time on it, take some classes and overall just slow down to the speed limits? I just don't see how switching bikes will fix this problem. Plenty of people have been down on scooters... Including me. Just a thought, maybe not a popular one but a thought anyway.

 

Yeah, my car has way less acceleration than my bike, and probably less than a Bonnie, but I still drive it like I'm in Fast & Furious when the situation presents itself.