Good review, easy guy to listen to with productive feedback. Not pretentious or overbearing as some guys are when making these reviews. Great bike and looking forward to getting one!
Thank you for your thorough and informative long term reviews of the Str Triple R. For the past 8 months, I was comparing bikes to purchase here in Japan. 2 months ago I got a 2nd hand '14 Str Triple R after test rides, watching bike vlogs, comparing specs, etc. Your first Long Term Review was the greatest help due to your revelation of riding style and body height. Your feedback about various modifications in this vlog is enormously helpful. Thank you.
Wes Heiser Thank you for the support, Wes. And congrats on the new purchase. I think you'll have a blast getting to know these triples and I wish you a lifetime of stress free motoring.
I've been riding a 2007 CBR600RR for the past 4 or so years. I'm about to pick up a used 2013 STR this week. Your videos have been a huge help in solidifying my decision to make the switch. I want something more sensible for the street without losing too much of the fun factor, and this seems to be it!
+UBCS Wraith Congrats on the new ride and thanks for the support. I think you'll really enjoy the powerband of the 675 triple... far more usable and fun on the street than any 600cc inline 4 IMHO. You'll actually be able to pull out of corners harder than the CBR and once you get used to the more upright position, will gain an advantage (due to increased leverage) in super tight twisty stuff. Enjoy it and let us know what you think once you've gotten some extended seat time on her. Be well!
+Thai Long Ly Well, many rides and a few mountain runs later, I love this thing. She doesn't have quite as much front end feel, BUT transitions are even faster. My favorite thing though is the torque. She pulls in virtually any gear at almost any RPM. The brakes and suspension are incredible for a stock non-race oriented bike. All of this, and I can still ride my STR all day with minimal discomfort, versus the CBR where I would be exhausted after an hour or two of hard riding. No regrets here. The whole time I was thinking "I should've bought one of these sooner." Again, your input was very helpful. I've done a handful of cosmetic mods (bar end mirrors, fender eliminator, windscreen, ect) and will probably add a new exhaust soon. Any idea on getting brighter headlights? I thought I read on the Triumphrat forums that HIDs were impossible with the stock headlight housing because they're too narrow or something.
Happy to hear you're loving the bike. And yes, the handling is superb and the power deliver just great for the street. I put LEDs in my bike and they're excellent. Brighter and whiter output and were super easy to install.
Picking up my 2014 R tomorrow from Latus Triumph Oregon (bought it two days ago but had to leave it there with a ABS/Eng light - they fixed it today) and I'm super-expected. I really appreciate you letting me know there's so much longevity in this bike - Doubt I'll ride in a league as yours, and my wallet won't allow the fantastic mods you've done - but the time you spend on camera taking us through your bike is really, really appreciated.
looseparts Congrats on the new ride! How's she treatin' ya' so far? The ABS sensor is a known issue and usually requires either an adjustment or total replacement. Glad they sorted it out for you and don't let it sour the ownership experience. Let us all know your thoughts on the bike so far and thanks for the support!
Thai Long Ly Thank you - I've had the marvelous bike about 3 weeks and at first I thought it was wimpy compared to my beloved 98 955cc Daytona, but I was WRONG! I just needed to get past the break-in period and now that I'm able to bring the revs up a bit, it's an ASS KICKER !! So light! So nimble and quick - even though I'm only taking the tach up to about 60% I'm doing 80 in 3rd before I can say 'wow' - I needed to adjust the gap (from 1.0mm to 0.2mm) on the rear wheel sensor to keep the ABS/Check Engine light from coming back but that was 300 miles ago - done. I have some mods coming. Bought an MT-03 headlight which I'll affix soon and need to lower the bike a bit as I'm nowadays only 5-4 and I need my bikes to make some noise so the SC Project M2-GP slip-on looks like a go, but still - I LOVE THIS BIKE !! Thanks again for your wonderful, informative vid.
+Jon Dowd Sorry... must've missed your reply somehow. Glad to hear you're enjoying her. She's pretty much the perfect street machine... despite only having 94hp to the rear, she's so light and nimble... making the ride super fun and engaging. Be well. And thanks for letting us know about your new bike.
great vid man,picked up the comfort seat after you clued me in on it from your first long term vid, and now I have to find one of those magnets, love this bike and with my skill level I will never need any more than what this bike is capable of, ride safe !
Jim V I hope you find the Comfort Seat as useful as I have. Just ticked 42k miles and the seat is still performing stellar for me. Congrats on the bike as well! Check out KJ Magnetics for the magnet. Buy one of the hockey puck shaped ones that are about the size of a quarter in diameter. Choose one with a high gauss rating and you're all set.
I really love your bike videos. I can't wait for the next update, fingers crossed!! I just got a 50t rear sprocket for a little more street fun, got a q3 on the rear (and made the mistake of going to 190.. had to remove the rear hugger because the 50t shortened the wheelbase by 1cm) and it's super fun. I have over half of the same mods you've got done and I'm about to hit the 6k service! Just over 6 months in
+Street Triple Kid I'll work on an update and will post it soon. And thanks for the support! Your bike sounds like a blast to ride and with those grippy Q3's, should be stupid fun in the hills. The 190 makes the bike fall in quick, but should be pretty awesome at elevated speeds!
Thanks again for making these videos man. I'm the same dude that was tripping out over them a few months ago and kept adding the same mods you have (shoulda gone with your tail tidy though grrr) Just poppin' in to say thanks again and that I love my bike more than anything. almost 6000 miles so far!
Thanks for the comment. That new 765 looks amazing in person. It gives the bike exactly what it needed... just a hair more refinement and a small dose of power. Regardless of which model you purchase, know they are reliable and well built bikes. You'll have a blast on any of 'em!
Mate thanks for the second long term review, much appreciated. You might want to try a set of Metzeler Sportect M7 RR, I have them on my 2014 STR, better grip than PP3 with similar mileage.
Joe Crag Thanks for the suggestion. I have a buddy who just spooned a set of those on his D675. He likes the feel and seems to be getting excellent mileage so far. I'm awaiting his final verdict as we have similar riding styles and frequent the same roads. I've heard great things so I'll probably try a set this summer. Cheers!
Ha, I'm thinking of picking one of these up on the used market and so I'm watching every review I can. It took me until the 8 minute mark before I recognized your voice from the MO vids! Nice driveway review and nice mods. What are you riding these days?
Good ear! Yeah, that's me on those MO vids, too. I'm currently on a '17 Tuono RR as well as an '11 Triumph Sprint GT. But ya' never know what pandemic boredom will bring.... :)
The bike was sold to a friend so I no longer have it. However, I'm gonna track him down and do another update, using his data and experience. Just gotta pin him down.. he's too busy riding!
+Paul Gregroy Yeah... guilty as charged! I ride pretty much 7 days a week and my poor car rarely sees the light of day. That's one of the perks of living in SoCal... year round riding weather.
+roadrash76 Someone who's not afraid to RIDE! Love it. And great to hear the motors can withstand the repeated usage. My bike seems to get better with age... like a well worn pair of jeans or boots, the bike seems to just "fit" in all the right places. Be well!
+roadrash76 Very nice. Mine is slowly making the transition to track bike day by day. Just installed clipons, in fact. Congrats on the new ride. Ride the piss out of her and she'll treat you right!
Great update, especially on the tires and on the gearing. Any chance you can post links (in the description) to some of the mods you mentioned (especially the magnet)? Or maybe a list of all (or most of) the mods so people can then search for them? Also, one of the things I'm hoping to learn is how to change tires. I'm not sure where people go to learn this (but I plan to ask everyone). Do you install your own tires considering how often you change them? Lastly, are there dealers or mechanics you recommend in the LA area (hopefully close to the Beach Cities or Palos Verdes areas)? Thanks!
***** Glad you like the update and found it useful. I've added a list of mods to the description box up above. I didn't put links as I don't have the energy to track them all down, frankly. But everything should be easily found via google and Ebay. I have a buddy who changes my tires for me, as he has a machine at his house. I'll get one eventually if he ever moves away! It's not too difficult to learn... just takes a minute to wrestle with the bead and to get them on and off the rim. There are many great shops in the area but I generally use Pro Italia as they do stellar work. They're not cheap by any stretch, but for anything major I go to them as I know it'll get done right. Everything else I do on my own (minor stuff I can't blow up). I think Brea has a good shop, too.
I'm looking at this bike as an upgrade from my KTM Supermoto, since I'll be commuting a lot to college. I work at a dealership and we just got a used one in with 6,300 miles. Other co-workers says the bike is really nimble and beats the fz-07 and the older fz-08. If this bike doesn't sell before I sell my KTM, I am going to buy this! It's all stock though so if I put my money into the bike I won't be able to afford an exhaust for a little bit haha
Did you end up getting the bike? I agree with your co-workers in that it beats the Yamaha offerings you mentioned. I think this is the best middleweight bike out if you favor performance, despite the engine NOT being the strongest out. The balance of power to weight to agility is hard to beat.
Have you tried or considered trying the Metzler Sportec M7 RR tires. I have a 2014 Street Triple R and am considering these when it comes time for me to replace my tires Also I really enjoy your videos and it's really nice to hear the impressions of someone with so many miles.
cdub11121 Congrats on such a sweet bike! And yes, I'm gonna try these tires next. I keep hearing good things about them so the only way to find out is to try them myself. I'll probably do a review on them in the next update, several thousand miles from now. Cheers!
The Puig screen works as advertised by directing the wind flow over the helmet nicely. It was the most effective unit on the market at the time and don't doubt it's still one of the best available today. And thank you.
Great review! Just picked up a 2013 Striple R. I also live in LA where the drivers are shit, and am looking to upgrade the Tail Running and Brake light, as well as the rear turn signal lights to some that are much brighter. Do you have any recommendations?
Appreciate you taking the time to share thoughts approaching 40K miles. All sounds good. Any comments you can share on how the Ohlins stacks up after a few more miles? Do you still feel that was a big early mod that makes sense after 40K miles and has it needed servicing at all? I'm thinking on replacing my '13 STR with the newer model and suspenders are first on the list. Just curious what the long term view is with the TTX. Cheers.
MrEunuch I think the Ohlins TTX mod is the single best mod I've done to my bike, without a doubt. The bike is more planted, with far better feedback and feel. At all speeds. The bone-jarring characteristics of the KYB shock are all but nullified with the Ohlins and the added control and smoothness translates to far greater corner speed. I've not serviced the shock whatsoever. I'm probably due for a rebuild, but I'm too busy riding to send it off! I don't think you'll be disappointed with the switch. Just be sure to spring to your weight. Best of luck!
Thanks for the great video. I have been wanting a Street Triple R for a while and after your video I think this spring I am going to pick one up. Just a few questions: Do you have the Triumph heated grips and if so, how to they work? At what mileage did you replace the rear suspension with Ohlins? Lastly, I am 5'5 as well and would like to purchase a seat that would lower the seat height just a bit. Do you have any suggestions? Thank you in advance for your responses. Oh...I currently have a 2006 GSXR 1000 and my favorite tires (after trying lots of different tires), above all are the original Pilot Powers. I hope they continue to keep making the original ones.
I had the OEM heated grips and they worked great. Super easy install and they were completely effective in use. Granted, this is in SoCal where the winters don't dip much below 34* so YMMV. I put the Ohlins on roughly 5k miles into ownership. Definitely worth the effort. Far more plush and controlled than the KYB. My best advice would be to just ride the bike as is and learn to use one leg at stop lights. If you're completely uncomfortable with the height, you may want to shave the sides of the seat down to make for a more direct shot to the ground for your legs (less leg splay means better reach). I'm not sure if there's a lowered seat option from the factory, so shaving it down may be your only choice. That or a custom seat from Corbin or Sargeant ($$$). Lowering the bike with a lowering link will screw with the ground clearance, so aggressive riding will be compromised. Best of luck!
I thought I wanted an OEM look but after looking at the triumph grips compared to the oxford heated grips it turns out the oxfords looked more OEM and a sportier feel too.
Quick Question: Did it come with a factory installed quick shifter ? I'm considering one as a second bike to keep at a friend's house for when I visit on car have something to ride around there.
+72Z15SS Yes, that's a Puig screen. I've only compared it to a couple of other screens out and I really think it does a good job of reducing wind blast and turbulence. I easily gained another 10mph of calm air.. meaning if I rode at 65mph without the screen, I'd be riding at 75mph with it if I were gauging purely on wind blast to my body and how the bike felt.
+Photo314159 Haven't tried them on this specific bike yet, but have run them on a track day testing 4 different other bikes. They gripped well and had predictable turn in and feel. Hard to say what the longevity would be but I'd be down to try a set on this bike at some point. If I do, I'll report back.
Like the over view of what must be a an unusually high mileage for the bike. Good to see how they bear up over time and miles.So, tyres. You seem to be choosing sporty tyres then griping a bit about the miles you're getting out of them. I know you might go "urgh" but try sport touring tyres. I put B'stone T30 Evo's on the Speed Triple. Really secure and great miles out of them.
I use sport touring tires on one of my other bikes and they're great for fairly aggressive riding and for commuting. For truly aggressive riding, they grip fine, but lack the feel and feedback that I crave for total confidence when leaned over. I think the mechanical grip of sport touring tires is totally there and sufficient for any sane road speeds. I just think sport tires offer more feel and therefore I'll continue to spoon them on time and time again. Despite the protest of my wallet!
A magnet won't work on traffic lights matey as the wires in the road only measure how heavy and how busy the traffic is. The light heads activate on motion. I know this as i have worked on them in my job. Nice bike Geoff.
Is this the case in California? They sell the bike specific magnets saying that the magnetic field will trip the wires, essentially fooling them into thinking something is heavier than it is. It seems to work for whatever reason and when I forget to reinstall mine after an oil change, I get stuck at lights forever.
You mentioned in you last video that you had to replace your head because of scoring on the cams, Did any of your friends have to do this also or was this just some rare occurrence?
Matt O As far as I know, it's been an isolated case. Though, in speaking recently with my Triumph Tech, he says they've found ONE other bike with the same issue. Now mind you, this is out of hundreds of bikes they've serviced so I'd still consider it a rarity. In fact, I've not heard of anyone else having the same issue, including being on a couple major Triumph forums where these type of things will be posted. Pretty sure you won't have an issue!
Thanks for the video man. I have the exact same bike, color and everything, only mine is a 2013. It's a fantastic bike. I only have 6800 miles on mine. Totally agree, the seat upgrade is so worthwhile. Good investment. My butt never gets tired even on long rides. Thanks for the info on a couple of things I hadn't considered doing, namely the shorty levers and the rearsets. I will be looking into both. Suggestion - do you carry a 2nd rider often? If not, I'd recommend taking off the rear pegs and getting a seat cowl. Really makes the rear end look sharp. Thanks again for the video.
Hi, thanks for the informative video. Has the changing gear feeling changed from when the bike was new? I´ve just got same bike with the 25000 miles and gear changes doesn´t feel crisp and feel a bit "not precise" if you know what I mean.. Just trying to figure out, if is it normal with higher mileage or not..
You may just need to adjust the cable, as it does stretch over time. You may even want to replace the clutch cable, depending on how worn out it is. My clutch was fine even as I neared the 50k mile mark, but everyone's riding style is different, so take it for what it's worth.
Have you had to have any of your valves adjusted at any of the 12k/24k/36k services or have the remained in spec? What did you have to do to get the exhaust to mount correctly to the daytona rearsets? I know the mounting is slightly offset from the STR.
My valves were always within spec with the exception of a couple exhaust valves that were borderline tight in the beginning. As for the rearsets, the Remus exhaust has a hangar tab that accommodates both Daytona and STR rearsets. There's a long slit that on the tab that accounts for the difference in spacing between the two.
Nice bike and some great mods there. But I do believe that some things should have come with the bike in the first place. Like the comfortable saddle! What the hell is wrong with all those bike manufacturers? Unless you build a race replica, what 's the reason for not having a proper saddle to sit on your bike? What 's next? Should we have to pay extra for proper brakes too in the future? (most Japanese bikes, already think this way regarding suspensions)
+kaveiros75 I found the OEM seat to be "decent" for shorter rides, but for long days in the saddle, the Comfort seat is hard to beat. I wasn't sure it'd be better as it's initially stiffer, but that added support translates to less "ass numb" over time!
Hi, NICE bike, just picked my str on Saturday. stock, so an now thinking of which mods. could you please tell which make tail tidy you have on there, cheers steve...
+Stevieb bye Congrats on the new ride and welcome to the club! Hmmm... good question... I think it's the R&G one... I'm too lazy to walk downstairs to look. But am pretty sure that's what I have. I'll write back if I'm mistaken!
Hi mate. I have the same bike, just put 20mm risers on which has rendered the mirrors useless. Just wondering what mirrors you have on your bike. Cheers, Pete.
These are made by a company called KiWav. You can find them on Ebay. They're great... but do vibrate a little bit. Heavier bar ends help with that, too.
Hey I am about to buy a 2013 triumph street triple r with 13k miles, i never had a triumph before just Japanese bikes, how is the maintenance? Super expensive? The guy said is due for a 12k miles service, help me out with some information, thanks
You are 5'5" thats my height! I found a used 2012 STR at a dealer ship. I was trying out ninja 250s, fz07, Gsxr 600, Harley 883, Honda 300 trying to find a comfortable bike just getting my feet wet. I know just sitting on a bike is nothing compared to riding, but once I sat on the STR I feel in love. The upright sitting, being able to touch the ground uhhh amazing. I plan on taking the msf course very soon and I currently ride a scoot in San Diego 80cc. I have ridden dike bikes many times so I got that going for me. In your opinion would taking the msf course and going to a 675cc bike a good idea? I do not ride like a hooligan even on dirt bikes. Great video. Very informative.
Sorry for the late reply. Haven't checked this page in ages. Everyone is different so I can't say how you'll fare on a 675 as a 1st street bike. The STR is a very docile bike when ridden softly. She definitely pulls nice for being a middleweight bike (not arm ripping power like 1000cc+) and handles extremely well. The only reason I'd shy away from recommending a middleweight bike to a beginner is that learning on a smaller machine will usually produce better riders in the end. Because you won't be scared of the power, you'll learn to toss a smaller bike around more confidently... ingraining valuable skills and "muscle memory" into your riding database. Once you feel like you "own" the smaller bike, moving up to larger (more powerful) bike is an easier transition. Many who start on powerful bikes tend to ride scared. They never learn to throw the bike around and are simply trying NOT to die. This teaches you nothing but how to stay upright. It doesn't make you a better, more skilled rider. Who knows, you may get on the STR and start ripping immediately. And if that's the case, it's an amazing 1st bike to own!
Good review, the magnet thing, it's the heat isn't it, magnetic property goes AWOL at a temperature your engine might reach in places, and so it's best to have a gap between the magnet and this temperature? Different location would avoid losing it perhaps. The bike has a great look, and at least the cam chain isn't like a lot of 4-cylinder engines, right in the middle of the engine - it's a nonsense design, there's no need, Kawasaki manage with 4 cylinders and 16 valves to position the chain at the side, so the idea of camshaft 'whip' seems fanciful.
+sleekitwan The problem with the moto-specific magnets I was buying was the adhesive backing. It would eventually let go and I'd lose the magnet. Whether it was from heat or from grime and dust getting into the adhesive, I'm not sure. Buying a super strong magnet from a magnet vendor solved the issue. I've had the same magnet for well over 20k miles now. Thanks for the comment. Be well!
What did you think about the stock tires? Im surprised you don't use stock tires still. my brother got 7k on his. went all the down to the wear bars. Im still only at 2k so I'm hoping to get as much life out of them as i can. Safe riding man
+MrPaintballGuy91 The stock tires are good tires. I just chew through them and wanted something that gets me more longevity. I think I got just about 2k miles out of them before the sidewalls were completely gone. Hence my switch to Michelin Pilot Powers and Power 3's. If you can get 7k out of the Pirellis with any sort of aggressive riding, then I'd say you got your money's worth. Good luck and let us know how they last!
Well, I'd say watch the video and see which mods appeal to you. You've done the exhaust and mapping, so I'd say ride the hell out of it and put money into gas and tires. And track days! Lightweight wheels always makes a great upgrade as well, btw.
+GRRB Aside from the early issue with the cams, the bike has been rock solid. Gas, oil and fluids are all I need to feed her to keep her happy and running. I can only speak to the two Triumphs I currently own and they've both been super reliable.
Whats that thing on your throttle? Also, at the rate you go thru on tires would it be cheaper to drive a car over the bike? I assume even with gas and insurance savings, changing tires every 5-6 weeks still must ad up. I guess, the time saving you get by lane splitting is probably worth the extra cost. lol
+DJ MotoVlogs It's a throttle rocker thing that allows you to open the hand for relief while traveling long distances. As for the cost of ownership, yeah... it can get out of hand with all the frequent tire changes. But with anything, time is money, and I save a ton of time splitting lanes in CA!
+Thai Long Ly Ah I see. I should definitely get one of those throttle rocker things then. Beautiful bike btw, I really like the mods you did. Very tastefully done.
+DJ MotoVlogs Thanks for the support. And yeah, those things are brilliant over the long haul. They take a minute to get used to having something under your palm, but after a while, you feel weird without it there.
Alex Johnson They're HT Moto pads from Apex Manufacturing. You buy them in sheets and cut them to spec. I had the Tech Specs originally, but they wore out pretty quickly and became useless after several thousand miles. These HT's are far better to me and grip amazingly, without being destructive to leather/canvas.
Agreed. Nothing worse to me than a worn Pirelli. Some guys love 'em.. and out of the box, I do as well. But they're either amazing or awful, with very little transition time. I love the Dunlops!
+Zone Television I'm really digging the PP's. A great budget tire with good mechanical grip and longevity. They don't have a ton of feel when compared to the super sticky stuff, but for any sane street pace, they're excellent. And yeah, that's an Ohlins on the rear, sprung to my weight. A great upgrade over the OEM KYB, in my opinion.
So no issues with the Ohlins? Is it a direct swap or do you have to mess with the linkage? I can't find too much on the topic. Ohlins configurator does not list the Street Triple as compatible.
Yes, Zone TV is correct. It's the same as the current model year D675. No reason to mess with linkage unless you're looking for something more linear. In which case, go with the Flux MkII's... an excellent upgrade as well.
I initially had a lowering link installed and that helped me with my donkey legs. But as I got more confident on the bike, I quickly returned it to stock. The lessened ground clearance was a problem during aggressive riding so I removed the link and returned the forks back to original height. In fact, the Ohlins shock I installed lifted the rear closer to 33.2" and I had no problems whatsoever. I had to "captain morgan" it, with one leg down and one leg on the peg, but it was totally doable. Good luck!
Hey man, wanted to know what you consider to be some of the best roads to ride in So Cal? I've been riding Angeles Highway/Crest, Little Tujunga, and throughout Malibu on Mulholland and Encinal. Best road I've been on so far is 33 near Ojai. Any others I should check out? Thanks! Like your bike btw! I actually went down a few months ago and broke some bones on an MV Agusta Rivale, totaled it(insurance), but I'm looking to get back on two wheels soon and really considering the Street Triple R. (Eventually I'd like to save for an Aprilia Tuono 1100 Factory too.. heheh)
I'm pretty biased as I'm a local on the Crest. Though Sand Canyon, Bouquet, Spunky, Azusa, Big PInes, and GMR are also great! Oh, and Tuna Cyn as well. Sorry to hear you ate it on the bike. Hope you're OK. And as far as the V4 1100 goes, I just put one in my garage a couple weeks ago!
+SladeRenegade They're some knock-offs I got off Ebay. They're cheap and effective and completely adjustable. They, also, come off quickly for track days.
Our "weather" here in LA is essentially various shades of "sunny" and "sunny with clouds". Every so often we get some heavy rains, but they don't normally last more than a week. So yeah... it's easy to keep a bike clean compared to where you are!
I no longer own this bike though am in touch with the new owner from time to time. He's over 60k miles and the bike is still going strong. I think the new 765 looks to be everything a 675 owner could ask for ! All the bike really needed was a hair more power, and here it is. Perfection.
+Martin Sage The main bike I was cross shopping was the FZ09, as that seemed to be the most direct competitor to the STR. The Yamaha is a nice bike, especially considering the price, but the budget suspension and riding position left me limp. The chassis is nowhere near as sweet as the STR's either. That motor is definitely the highlight, though.
+mxtj3wboi If you're using the stock STR exhaust, you'll need to fabricate a small extension tab to make the exhaust hangar reach the Daytona's rearset bolt. A $2 pre-cut tab from the hardware store should do the trick. If you want something more refined looking, simply have your local fabricator cut a piece of aluminum for you. Shouldn't be more than $20 for the work.
3,500 miles on tires? am i needing to change my originals?? the pirreli corsas? I've got 5,000 on them and they seem fine. i think i ride decently hard sometimes with a lot of fast accelerations
+DBOWshow There are no hard and fast rules as when to replace tires, except for definitely when you see cords showing! It all depends on your risk tolerance and bank account, really. Some guys chew through centers as they do mostly commuting with very little sport riding. Their tires are usually squared off, like a car's. Guys like me will destroy sides and edges long before the centers are done. In fact, I give my used tires to a friend who uses them on his commuter. The centers will usually still have 500-800 more miles on them but the sides are toast. I know guys who replace tires the moment they lose confidence in them. Their tires are still meaty (plenty of tread), but the mental game holds them back from pushing hard. Other guys will ride them until they start sliding beyond their comfort zone during aggressive rides - usually when the sides are slick and the sipes are long gone. I'm more like the latter. It's all predicated on how hard you ride, your riding style (aggressive in or aggressive out of corners - or both), your propensity for braking (in addition to how early or how late) and the style of tire (and its intended purpose), amongst other factors. Road surface/conditions play a large factor, too. Also, liter sport bikes will chew through rears at a faster rate than middleweights, given the same rider. Usually due to the extra weight and extra torque generated by the larger engine. All this to say.. if you haven't hit the wear bars on 'em, keep riding. If you've blown past them, start shopping. You can milk it down to the cords... but I wouldn't. Plus, by that time, they usually feel like utter shit around the bends and you'll WANT to replace them for fear of eating tree!
Thanks for the reply bud, what tires do you suggest throwing on after this set? I only commute and ride the twisties into arkansas on weekends, no track days for me yet. Not til the cash flow allows a track bike as well
+DBOWshow Tires are a personal choice so what works for me might not work for you. With that said, here are some tires I've tried on this bike: Pirelli Corsa (stock) - Good grip. Good feedback. Decent life under hard riding. Dunlop Q3 - Excellent grip. Excellent feedback and feel when leaned over. Shit for life when ridden hard. Quick turn in and "falls" fast when riding aggressive. LOVE the tire's handling and predictability. HATE that I chew through them like a plate of bacon. Crispy delicious bacon... Michelin Pilot Power - Good grip. Long life under hard riding. Acceptable feedback and feel when leaned over. Get squirmy and "waxy" once they start wearing out. Turn in gets "notchy" when they start wearing. Very disconcerting feeling, but the mechanical grip is there if you can overcome the mental kick to the nuts at speed. Makes for a great tire for those commuting with occasional twisty action. Michelin Pilot Power 3 - Great grip. Great feedback. Very Good life under hard riding. This is the Pilot Power (PP) but with increased everything. Expect slightly less life out of these than PP's and far MORE life than Q3's. This is a GO TO tire for me. An excellent blend of both life and longevity. Doesn't exhibit weird notchy feeling when worn, most likely due to increased sidewall stiffness. Metzeler M7RR - Excellent grip. Excellent feedback and feel. Neutral handling and predictable "fall in". Nice and easy with no drama. I just put these on so I cannot comment on the longevity, however, they seem to be fairing extremely well despite being pushed hard. I expect similar life, if not more, than the PP3's. Might be my new favorite tire. We'll see how they last before I pass final judgement. Bear in mind, these are are SPORT tires. If you're doing mostly commuting, you may want to consider a SPORT TOURING tire such as the Michelin Pilot Road 4. These are on my Sprint GT and I LOVE them. They can hustle hard in the twistys and handle great when pushed. But they'll last far longer than any SPORT tire. You give up some feedback and feel and gain some weight. The bike also won't turn in as quickly due to the more rounded profile. This pertains to all sport touring tires in general. Good luck and let us know what you decide on!
fresh looking bike . although triumph shouldve Always gone with brembos , i wonder if your carbone loraine pads lose bite when they are like worn halfway . this is what ive experienced with them in the past . after that i Always sticked with Original pads
wasn't me Brembos would certainly be sweet front and rear, as would Ohlins from the factory! Perhaps the new 800 will offer an upspec option when it's finally released. The CL's are fine so far, and I haven't noticed any real loss of bite but then again, they're fairly new. I'll pay attention over time to see how they last. Thanks for the heads up.
Thai Long Ly haha , yes ohlins & brembos Always were a wet dream for me hehe , but im sure these work fine , as in the 90's the triumphs were Always outbreaking the japanese superbikes already . enjoy the bike man , and might you get early fading when the pads are halfway or so let us know please .
+Thai Long Ly thanks for the reply . Unfortunately I cannot find any triumph dealer in sf bay area to install the map.they all said is illegal unless I have to cross state line to reno.
Ahh... that's too bad. They're just protecting themselves as the fine for being "busted" is pretty hefty. Keep asking around and check with another dealer... you'll find someone willing to hook you up. It's worth it.
I like the street triple R, and will probably get one as well some day.. and I also have an S60! Mine is S60R thoDoes the street triple have quickshifter?
I've made my choice...a green '14ST. Cheap on New at Dealer. They don't offer the R in green so I'll have to see how the suspension fairs. If I want to upgrade I can buy a salvage R cheap and swap or have Race Tec upgrade them. I favor Pirelli's for stick, fine tune gearing on rear sprocket, speed shift, corbin for seat or have it custom padded, mini wind screen on factory fly, Remus exhaust(like yours)...and???
+Martin Sage It's a never ending upgrade affliction over here. Just put clipons on mine and am digging the added feel up front. Congrats on the new ride!
+Thai Long Ly Will you make an update vid? Really interested to see how the bike looks and hear what you have to say about clip-ons on the street triple.
+Tennisballenator Taking the bike in for the 48k mile service soon and want to wait until that service is done before filming another review. In case anything comes up that people should know about. Stay tuned!
+Martin Sage Not sure where you heard that?! I'm certainly not planning on selling my STR any time soon, if ever. Now adding an Indian to the stable might be worth considering, however! But no... current thinking is next bike will be a Superbike.
I no longer own the bike but the current owner has over 50k miles and it's his daily rider. I'm going to do another review of the bike as soon as I pin him down and drill him for his ownership experience.
+Ride4life The service cost will be largely dependent on what your local shop rates are. With that said, it's safe to say it'll be roughly $650-850, give or take a few. Here in SoCal, shop rates are quite high...not sure what they're like in your area.
+Ride4life I think my local dealer quoted me around $1k as well. I ground him down on the price and got it all done for cheaper. My dealer also suggested waiting until 14k for the valve check, saying something like they've rarely had them move (out of spec) at the 12k interval.
+Thai Long Ly Oh okay I will try to get him down on that price too because thats a little too much for maintenance. Did you tell them to do a valve check anyways or did you wait until 14k?
+sdeary1 I got them from Revzilla on some blowout deal they were having. They're from Leo Vince. Pretty sure they're no longer stocking them so you may want to hit Leo Vince directly to find your nearest distributor. Good luck!
Imbedded in the asphalt at stop lights are inductive loops (you can see the asphalt scars where they're buried) that sense metal, causing the system to trip (ie... change the light). Bikes usually don't have enough metal to change the eddy currents coursing through the loop, so installing a magnet under the bike will disrupt the current and trigger a signal change. Sometimes the loops are improperly installed (too deep in the ground) and/or the sensitivity is set too low to be triggered by motorcycles, as most modern systems are supposed to detect bikers. So using a powerful magnet may help in these situations.
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Great review mate. Bike still looks mint after 38k miles. Your clearly know bikes and do a great job of looking after it. Ride safe.
Thank you for the support. Be well!
Good review, easy guy to listen to with productive feedback. Not pretentious or overbearing as some guys are when making these reviews.
Great bike and looking forward to getting one!
Thank you for the kind words of encouragement. If and when you do secure an STR for yourself, you'll be very happy you did! Cheers!
I have 56k on mine with no problems. Swapped the RR within the first 24 hours. Use good oil and change it!
Thank you for your thorough and informative long term reviews of the Str Triple R. For the past 8 months, I was comparing bikes to purchase here in Japan. 2 months ago I got a 2nd hand '14 Str Triple R after test rides, watching bike vlogs, comparing specs, etc. Your first Long Term Review was the greatest help due to your revelation of riding style and body height. Your feedback about various modifications in this vlog is enormously helpful. Thank you.
Wes Heiser Thank you for the support, Wes. And congrats on the new purchase. I think you'll have a blast getting to know these triples and I wish you a lifetime of stress free motoring.
We need more people like you who ride hard and are also conscious about the planet and its resources.
Street trip is One of the nicest machines around ,,,nice to know that it's solid as a used bye ,I'm hunting one right now,seen one whith 78k ,, ,🇬🇧💪
I've been riding a 2007 CBR600RR for the past 4 or so years. I'm about to pick up a used 2013 STR this week. Your videos have been a huge help in solidifying my decision to make the switch. I want something more sensible for the street without losing too much of the fun factor, and this seems to be it!
+UBCS Wraith Congrats on the new ride and thanks for the support. I think you'll really enjoy the powerband of the 675 triple... far more usable and fun on the street than any 600cc inline 4 IMHO. You'll actually be able to pull out of corners harder than the CBR and once you get used to the more upright position, will gain an advantage (due to increased leverage) in super tight twisty stuff. Enjoy it and let us know what you think once you've gotten some extended seat time on her. Be well!
+Thai Long Ly Well, many rides and a few mountain runs later, I love this thing. She doesn't have quite as much front end feel, BUT transitions are even faster. My favorite thing though is the torque. She pulls in virtually any gear at almost any RPM. The brakes and suspension are incredible for a stock non-race oriented bike. All of this, and I can still ride my STR all day with minimal discomfort, versus the CBR where I would be exhausted after an hour or two of hard riding. No regrets here. The whole time I was thinking "I should've bought one of these sooner." Again, your input was very helpful.
I've done a handful of cosmetic mods (bar end mirrors, fender eliminator, windscreen, ect) and will probably add a new exhaust soon. Any idea on getting brighter headlights? I thought I read on the Triumphrat forums that HIDs were impossible with the stock headlight housing because they're too narrow or something.
Happy to hear you're loving the bike. And yes, the handling is superb and the power deliver just great for the street. I put LEDs in my bike and they're excellent. Brighter and whiter output and were super easy to install.
"every days the same, I'm a musician"! I know how you feel bro. Too funny.
I live in Thailand. I get it too :-P Just got my Striple after owing a CB650F for four years. Best upgrade for me was the changing of bikes!
What a beautiful bike! I'm hoping to get one myself in a couple years. Excellent review and tasteful mods 👌🏼
Thank you. The new 765 looks to be an absolute winner.
lol, "neighbor having a teenage moment"
I got those every weekend too :)
+sam3d Mine have them pretty much daily, especially in the summer. It's NOT a good look. :)
haha
Great video, all substance and no bullspit.
Picking up a 2013 ST this sunday.. WHOOP.
How are you enjoying your bike so far?? lol
Picking up my 2014 R tomorrow from Latus Triumph Oregon (bought it two days ago but had to leave it there with a ABS/Eng light - they fixed it today) and I'm super-expected. I really appreciate you letting me know there's so much longevity in this bike - Doubt I'll ride in a league as yours, and my wallet won't allow the fantastic mods you've done - but the time you spend on camera taking us through your bike is really, really appreciated.
looseparts Congrats on the new ride! How's she treatin' ya' so far? The ABS sensor is a known issue and usually requires either an adjustment or total replacement. Glad they sorted it out for you and don't let it sour the ownership experience. Let us all know your thoughts on the bike so far and thanks for the support!
Thai Long Ly Thank you - I've had the marvelous bike about 3 weeks and at first I thought it was wimpy compared to my beloved 98 955cc Daytona, but I was WRONG! I just needed to get past the break-in period and now that I'm able to bring the revs up a bit, it's an ASS KICKER !! So light! So nimble and quick - even though I'm only taking the tach up to about 60% I'm doing 80 in 3rd before I can say 'wow' - I needed to adjust the gap (from 1.0mm to 0.2mm) on the rear wheel sensor to keep the ABS/Check Engine light from coming back but that was 300 miles ago - done. I have some mods coming. Bought an MT-03 headlight which I'll affix soon and need to lower the bike a bit as I'm nowadays only 5-4 and I need my bikes to make some noise so the SC Project M2-GP slip-on looks like a go, but still - I LOVE THIS BIKE !! Thanks again for your wonderful, informative vid.
+Jon Dowd Sorry... must've missed your reply somehow. Glad to hear you're enjoying her. She's pretty much the perfect street machine... despite only having 94hp to the rear, she's so light and nimble... making the ride super fun and engaging. Be well. And thanks for letting us know about your new bike.
I haven't learned anything truly valuable in what seems like years. The magnet mod there. Thanks for that....
Very good talking points, well spoken, I just bought one and am happy to see what people have been doing
great vid man,picked up the comfort seat after you clued me in on it from your first long term vid, and now I have to find one of those magnets, love this bike and with my skill level I will never need any more than what this bike is capable of, ride safe !
Jim V I hope you find the Comfort Seat as useful as I have. Just ticked 42k miles and the seat is still performing stellar for me. Congrats on the bike as well! Check out KJ Magnetics for the magnet. Buy one of the hockey puck shaped ones that are about the size of a quarter in diameter. Choose one with a high gauss rating and you're all set.
I really love your bike videos. I can't wait for the next update, fingers crossed!! I just got a 50t rear sprocket for a little more street fun, got a q3 on the rear (and made the mistake of going to 190.. had to remove the rear hugger because the 50t shortened the wheelbase by 1cm) and it's super fun. I have over half of the same mods you've got done and I'm about to hit the 6k service! Just over 6 months in
+Street Triple Kid I'll work on an update and will post it soon. And thanks for the support! Your bike sounds like a blast to ride and with those grippy Q3's, should be stupid fun in the hills. The 190 makes the bike fall in quick, but should be pretty awesome at elevated speeds!
Thanks again for making these videos man. I'm the same dude that was tripping out over them a few months ago and kept adding the same mods you have (shoulda gone with your tail tidy though grrr)
Just poppin' in to say thanks again and that I love my bike more than anything. almost 6000 miles so far!
+Street Triple Kid Congrats on the ride and I'm glad you're digging it. Keep piling on the miles.. she gets better with use. Be well!
17 STR here, i went up to a 17T up front, love it for the highway and long rides, I’ve done 200 miles per tank because of it. Just under 20,000 miles.
Nice review man, been looking around for a solid long term review on STR. Kinda contemplating between this and the new RS. Thumbs up
Thanks for the comment. That new 765 looks amazing in person. It gives the bike exactly what it needed... just a hair more refinement and a small dose of power. Regardless of which model you purchase, know they are reliable and well built bikes. You'll have a blast on any of 'em!
Mate thanks for the second long term review, much appreciated. You might want to try a set of Metzeler Sportect M7 RR, I have them on my 2014 STR, better grip than PP3 with similar mileage.
Joe Crag Thanks for the suggestion. I have a buddy who just spooned a set of those on his D675. He likes the feel and seems to be getting excellent mileage so far. I'm awaiting his final verdict as we have similar riding styles and frequent the same roads. I've heard great things so I'll probably try a set this summer. Cheers!
do you still own the bike?
Ha, I'm thinking of picking one of these up on the used market and so I'm watching every review I can. It took me until the 8 minute mark before I recognized your voice from the MO vids! Nice driveway review and nice mods.
What are you riding these days?
Good ear! Yeah, that's me on those MO vids, too. I'm currently on a '17 Tuono RR as well as an '11 Triumph Sprint GT. But ya' never know what pandemic boredom will bring.... :)
Sounds like a really reliable bike gonna purchase one ☝️
When is the next update?! It's been over a year :)
The bike was sold to a friend so I no longer have it. However, I'm gonna track him down and do another update, using his data and experience. Just gotta pin him down.. he's too busy riding!
OMG! you not had that bike for that long, and you put 38k on it! You must be Rideing everday allday long! Thanks for such a nice Video
+Paul Gregroy Yeah... guilty as charged! I ride pretty much 7 days a week and my poor car rarely sees the light of day. That's one of the perks of living in SoCal... year round riding weather.
40 k holy moly !! good to hear ! do your ride fairly hard ??
796andy2 Isn't that the ONLY way to ride?! :)
no problems with this motor. I had a 2007 daytona 675 and put on over 74,000 miles in 4 years. Yup, 74,000 miles.
+roadrash76 Someone who's not afraid to RIDE! Love it. And great to hear the motors can withstand the repeated usage. My bike seems to get better with age... like a well worn pair of jeans or boots, the bike seems to just "fit" in all the right places. Be well!
+Thai Long Ly Yup. sold it to a guy in California who turned it into a track bike. I just bought a 2015 Street Triple R in flat black.
+roadrash76 Very nice. Mine is slowly making the transition to track bike day by day. Just installed clipons, in fact.
Congrats on the new ride. Ride the piss out of her and she'll treat you right!
Has maintenance been expensive for 40k miles?
Great update, especially on the tires and on the gearing.
Any chance you can post links (in the description) to some of the mods you mentioned (especially the magnet)? Or maybe a list of all (or most of) the mods so people can then search for them?
Also, one of the things I'm hoping to learn is how to change tires. I'm not sure where people go to learn this (but I plan to ask everyone). Do you install your own tires considering how often you change them?
Lastly, are there dealers or mechanics you recommend in the LA area (hopefully close to the Beach Cities or Palos Verdes areas)?
Thanks!
***** Glad you like the update and found it useful. I've added a list of mods to the description box up above. I didn't put links as I don't have the energy to track them all down, frankly. But everything should be easily found via google and Ebay.
I have a buddy who changes my tires for me, as he has a machine at his house. I'll get one eventually if he ever moves away! It's not too difficult to learn... just takes a minute to wrestle with the bead and to get them on and off the rim.
There are many great shops in the area but I generally use Pro Italia as they do stellar work. They're not cheap by any stretch, but for anything major I go to them as I know it'll get done right. Everything else I do on my own (minor stuff I can't blow up).
I think Brea has a good shop, too.
Sick bike man, I love the mods
Lady boy which parts did break on the triumph? Which are the weak components, except the rider ;-) ?
I'm looking at this bike as an upgrade from my KTM Supermoto, since I'll be commuting a lot to college. I work at a dealership and we just got a used one in with 6,300 miles. Other co-workers says the bike is really nimble and beats the fz-07 and the older fz-08.
If this bike doesn't sell before I sell my KTM, I am going to buy this! It's all stock though so if I put my money into the bike I won't be able to afford an exhaust for a little bit haha
Did you end up getting the bike? I agree with your co-workers in that it beats the Yamaha offerings you mentioned. I think this is the best middleweight bike out if you favor performance, despite the engine NOT being the strongest out. The balance of power to weight to agility is hard to beat.
Have you tried or considered trying the Metzler Sportec M7 RR tires. I have a 2014 Street Triple R and am considering these when it comes time for me to replace my tires Also I really enjoy your videos and it's really nice to hear the impressions of someone with so many miles.
cdub11121 Congrats on such a sweet bike! And yes, I'm gonna try these tires next. I keep hearing good things about them so the only way to find out is to try them myself. I'll probably do a review on them in the next update, several thousand miles from now. Cheers!
What was your two cents on the Puig windscreen? Thanks brother, great video.
The Puig screen works as advertised by directing the wind flow over the helmet nicely. It was the most effective unit on the market at the time and don't doubt it's still one of the best available today. And thank you.
Great review! Just picked up a 2013 Striple R. I also live in LA where the drivers are shit, and am looking to upgrade the Tail Running and Brake light, as well as the rear turn signal lights to some that are much brighter. Do you have any recommendations?
Appreciate you taking the time to share thoughts approaching 40K miles. All sounds good.
Any comments you can share on how the Ohlins stacks up after a few more miles? Do you still feel that was a big early mod that makes sense after 40K miles and has it needed servicing at all?
I'm thinking on replacing my '13 STR with the newer model and suspenders are first on the list. Just curious what the long term view is with the TTX.
Cheers.
MrEunuch I think the Ohlins TTX mod is the single best mod I've done to my bike, without a doubt. The bike is more planted, with far better feedback and feel. At all speeds. The bone-jarring characteristics of the KYB shock are all but nullified with the Ohlins and the added control and smoothness translates to far greater corner speed.
I've not serviced the shock whatsoever. I'm probably due for a rebuild, but I'm too busy riding to send it off!
I don't think you'll be disappointed with the switch. Just be sure to spring to your weight.
Best of luck!
Thanks for the great video. I have been wanting a Street Triple R for a while and after your video I think this spring I am going to pick one up. Just a few questions: Do you have the Triumph heated grips and if so, how to they work? At what mileage did you replace the rear suspension with Ohlins? Lastly, I am 5'5 as well and would like to purchase a seat that would lower the seat height just a bit. Do you have any suggestions? Thank you in advance for your responses. Oh...I currently have a 2006 GSXR 1000 and my favorite tires (after trying lots of different tires), above all are the original Pilot Powers. I hope they continue to keep making the original ones.
I had the OEM heated grips and they worked great. Super easy install and they were completely effective in use. Granted, this is in SoCal where the winters don't dip much below 34* so YMMV.
I put the Ohlins on roughly 5k miles into ownership. Definitely worth the effort. Far more plush and controlled than the KYB.
My best advice would be to just ride the bike as is and learn to use one leg at stop lights. If you're completely uncomfortable with the height, you may want to shave the sides of the seat down to make for a more direct shot to the ground for your legs (less leg splay means better reach). I'm not sure if there's a lowered seat option from the factory, so shaving it down may be your only choice. That or a custom seat from Corbin or Sargeant ($$$). Lowering the bike with a lowering link will screw with the ground clearance, so aggressive riding will be compromised. Best of luck!
I thought I wanted an OEM look but after looking at the triumph grips compared to the oxford heated grips it turns out the oxfords looked more OEM and a sportier feel too.
How is that windscreen?
Some nice mods fella.
good looking street triple R
Great Long Term review! Thanks.
+Roxic12 Thanks. Glad you enjoyed it. Cheers!
Quick Question: Did it come with a factory installed quick shifter ?
I'm considering one as a second bike to keep at a friend's house for when I visit on car have something to ride around there.
Nice review! Is that a Puig windscreen and how do you like it?
+72Z15SS Yes, that's a Puig screen. I've only compared it to a couple of other screens out and I really think it does a good job of reducing wind blast and turbulence. I easily gained another 10mph of calm air.. meaning if I rode at 65mph without the screen, I'd be riding at 75mph with it if I were gauging purely on wind blast to my body and how the bike felt.
How is the matt paint after so many years and miles?
I'd be interested to see what kind of mileage you'd get out of Pirelli Rosso II's.
+Photo314159 Haven't tried them on this specific bike yet, but have run them on a track day testing 4 different other bikes. They gripped well and had predictable turn in and feel. Hard to say what the longevity would be but I'd be down to try a set on this bike at some point. If I do, I'll report back.
Like the over view of what must be a an unusually high mileage for the bike. Good to see how they bear up over time and miles.So, tyres. You seem to be choosing sporty tyres then griping a bit about the miles you're getting out of them. I know you might go "urgh" but try sport touring tyres. I put B'stone T30 Evo's on the Speed Triple. Really secure and great miles out of them.
I use sport touring tires on one of my other bikes and they're great for fairly aggressive riding and for commuting. For truly aggressive riding, they grip fine, but lack the feel and feedback that I crave for total confidence when leaned over. I think the mechanical grip of sport touring tires is totally there and sufficient for any sane road speeds. I just think sport tires offer more feel and therefore I'll continue to spoon them on time and time again. Despite the protest of my wallet!
A magnet won't work on traffic lights matey as the wires in the road only measure how heavy and how busy the traffic is. The light heads activate on motion. I know this as i have worked on them in my job. Nice bike Geoff.
Is this the case in California? They sell the bike specific magnets saying that the magnetic field will trip the wires, essentially fooling them into thinking something is heavier than it is. It seems to work for whatever reason and when I forget to reinstall mine after an oil change, I get stuck at lights forever.
Is this windscreen helps from wind protection, or there is no diference with OEM flyscreen?? And what about wind buffering in helmet?
Wow I’m about to get this bike with only 19k miles. Should I get it?
You mentioned in you last video that you had to replace your head because of scoring on the cams, Did any of your friends have to do this also or was this just some rare occurrence?
Matt O As far as I know, it's been an isolated case. Though, in speaking recently with my Triumph Tech, he says they've found ONE other bike with the same issue. Now mind you, this is out of hundreds of bikes they've serviced so I'd still consider it a rarity. In fact, I've not heard of anyone else having the same issue, including being on a couple major Triumph forums where these type of things will be posted.
Pretty sure you won't have an issue!
Hi. Useful video. Just wondered which tank pads you had on there..? They look great... Thanks
+floetic Thanks for the comment. They're HT Moto pads. Super grippy, soft and won't break down over time.
Hello!! That wind screen helps ? Do you feel wind at your helmet ?
Thanks for the video man. I have the exact same bike, color and everything, only mine is a 2013. It's a fantastic bike. I only have 6800 miles on mine.
Totally agree, the seat upgrade is so worthwhile. Good investment. My butt never gets tired even on long rides.
Thanks for the info on a couple of things I hadn't considered doing, namely the shorty levers and the rearsets. I will be looking into both.
Suggestion - do you carry a 2nd rider often? If not, I'd recommend taking off the rear pegs and getting a seat cowl. Really makes the rear end look sharp.
Thanks again for the video.
How much did it cost for the cam chain replacement?
awesome video. i'm going to ride one of these in the next few days.
Thank you! Hope you enjoyed the test ride!
Hi, thanks for the informative video.
Has the changing gear feeling changed from when the bike was new?
I´ve just got same bike with the 25000 miles and gear changes doesn´t feel crisp and feel a bit "not precise" if you know what I mean..
Just trying to figure out, if is it normal with higher mileage or not..
You may just need to adjust the cable, as it does stretch over time. You may even want to replace the clutch cable, depending on how worn out it is. My clutch was fine even as I neared the 50k mile mark, but everyone's riding style is different, so take it for what it's worth.
Have you had to have any of your valves adjusted at any of the 12k/24k/36k services or have the remained in spec?
What did you have to do to get the exhaust to mount correctly to the daytona rearsets? I know the mounting is slightly offset from the STR.
My valves were always within spec with the exception of a couple exhaust valves that were borderline tight in the beginning. As for the rearsets, the Remus exhaust has a hangar tab that accommodates both Daytona and STR rearsets. There's a long slit that on the tab that accounts for the difference in spacing between the two.
so what turn signals are those? and did you put in the hyper flash relay?
Nice bike and some great mods there. But I do believe that some things should have come with the bike in the first place. Like the comfortable saddle! What the hell is wrong with all those bike manufacturers? Unless you build a race replica, what 's the reason for not having a proper saddle to sit on your bike?
What 's next? Should we have to pay extra for proper brakes too in the future? (most Japanese bikes, already think this way regarding suspensions)
+kaveiros75 I found the OEM seat to be "decent" for shorter rides, but for long days in the saddle, the Comfort seat is hard to beat. I wasn't sure it'd be better as it's initially stiffer, but that added support translates to less "ass numb" over time!
Hi, NICE bike, just picked my str on Saturday. stock, so an now thinking of which mods. could you please tell which make tail tidy you have on there, cheers steve...
+Stevieb bye Congrats on the new ride and welcome to the club! Hmmm... good question... I think it's the R&G one... I'm too lazy to walk downstairs to look. But am pretty sure that's what I have. I'll write back if I'm mistaken!
Looking for something I can also take to the track…you recommend this?
Hi mate. I have the same bike, just put 20mm risers on which has rendered the mirrors useless. Just wondering what mirrors you have on your bike. Cheers, Pete.
These are made by a company called KiWav. You can find them on Ebay. They're great... but do vibrate a little bit. Heavier bar ends help with that, too.
I have to try the magnet , The oil drain bolt is a good place to stick it can collect any metal in the oil to..
ps like the mods
Where did you get the screen?
Thanks for the video. Can you tell me what mirrors you have please? Very nice!
Pretty sure they're from a company called KIWAV... you can find them online via Ebay. They're super adjustable with minimal vibration.
Have you tried the Battleaxe S20 Evo's? Apparently they are excellent tires with roughly 5,000 miles tread life.
+bangyahead1 I haven't tried those yet. Perhaps I'll give 'em a go next time 'round. Thanks for the heads up.
Hey I am about to buy a 2013 triumph street triple r with 13k miles, i never had a triumph before just Japanese bikes, how is the maintenance? Super expensive? The guy said is due for a 12k miles service, help me out with some information, thanks
What kind of grip heaters were you running on that bike??
You are 5'5" thats my height! I found a used 2012 STR at a dealer ship. I was trying out ninja 250s, fz07, Gsxr 600, Harley 883, Honda 300 trying to find a comfortable bike just getting my feet wet. I know just sitting on a bike is nothing compared to riding, but once I sat on the STR I feel in love. The upright sitting, being able to touch the ground uhhh amazing. I plan on taking the msf course very soon and I currently ride a scoot in San Diego 80cc. I have ridden dike bikes many times so I got that going for me. In your opinion would taking the msf course and going to a 675cc bike a good idea? I do not ride like a hooligan even on dirt bikes. Great video. Very informative.
Sorry for the late reply. Haven't checked this page in ages.
Everyone is different so I can't say how you'll fare on a 675 as a 1st street bike. The STR is a very docile bike when ridden softly. She definitely pulls nice for being a middleweight bike (not arm ripping power like 1000cc+) and handles extremely well. The only reason I'd shy away from recommending a middleweight bike to a beginner is that learning on a smaller machine will usually produce better riders in the end.
Because you won't be scared of the power, you'll learn to toss a smaller bike around more confidently... ingraining valuable skills and "muscle memory" into your riding database. Once you feel like you "own" the smaller bike, moving up to larger (more powerful) bike is an easier transition.
Many who start on powerful bikes tend to ride scared. They never learn to throw the bike around and are simply trying NOT to die. This teaches you nothing but how to stay upright. It doesn't make you a better, more skilled rider.
Who knows, you may get on the STR and start ripping immediately. And if that's the case, it's an amazing 1st bike to own!
Thank you so much for the valuable information. I get my m1 on September 27th. Then it's shopping time. :)
Good luck. And enjoy the process!
Good review, the magnet thing, it's the heat isn't it, magnetic property goes AWOL at a temperature your engine might reach in places, and so it's best to have a gap between the magnet and this temperature? Different location would avoid losing it perhaps. The bike has a great look, and at least the cam chain isn't like a lot of 4-cylinder engines, right in the middle of the engine - it's a nonsense design, there's no need, Kawasaki manage with 4 cylinders and 16 valves to position the chain at the side, so the idea of camshaft 'whip' seems fanciful.
+sleekitwan The problem with the moto-specific magnets I was buying was the adhesive backing. It would eventually let go and I'd lose the magnet. Whether it was from heat or from grime and dust getting into the adhesive, I'm not sure. Buying a super strong magnet from a magnet vendor solved the issue. I've had the same magnet for well over 20k miles now.
Thanks for the comment. Be well!
Hi, how have those mirror worked out for you? Thanks.
Hey Man,,,,I Like your style,,, The Devils in the details.... Nice No Beautiful Bike Definetly....
Thanks for the support!
What did you think about the stock tires? Im surprised you don't use stock tires still. my brother got 7k on his. went all the down to the wear bars. Im still only at 2k so I'm hoping to get as much life out of them as i can. Safe riding man
+MrPaintballGuy91 The stock tires are good tires. I just chew through them and wanted something that gets me more longevity. I think I got just about 2k miles out of them before the sidewalls were completely gone. Hence my switch to Michelin Pilot Powers and Power 3's. If you can get 7k out of the Pirellis with any sort of aggressive riding, then I'd say you got your money's worth. Good luck and let us know how they last!
I own a 2013 modell with ABS and shifter.What mods do you recomend?Mine is running fine
withe sc project GP2 M exhaust and arrow mapping.
Well, I'd say watch the video and see which mods appeal to you. You've done the exhaust and mapping, so I'd say ride the hell out of it and put money into gas and tires. And track days! Lightweight wheels always makes a great upgrade as well, btw.
how is the seat with a passenger?
How is reliability? Im concerned after reading Consumer Report's motorcycle reliability survey, Triumph wasn't with the reliable brands.
+GRRB Aside from the early issue with the cams, the bike has been rock solid. Gas, oil and fluids are all I need to feed her to keep her happy and running. I can only speak to the two Triumphs I currently own and they've both been super reliable.
Whats that thing on your throttle? Also, at the rate you go thru on tires would it be cheaper to drive a car over the bike? I assume even with gas and insurance savings, changing tires every 5-6 weeks still must ad up. I guess, the time saving you get by lane splitting is probably worth the extra cost. lol
+DJ MotoVlogs It's a throttle rocker thing that allows you to open the hand for relief while traveling long distances. As for the cost of ownership, yeah... it can get out of hand with all the frequent tire changes. But with anything, time is money, and I save a ton of time splitting lanes in CA!
+Thai Long Ly Ah I see. I should definitely get one of those throttle rocker things then. Beautiful bike btw, I really like the mods you did. Very tastefully done.
+DJ MotoVlogs Thanks for the support. And yeah, those things are brilliant over the long haul. They take a minute to get used to having something under your palm, but after a while, you feel weird without it there.
Where did you get those tank pads? They are bad ass.
Alex Johnson They're HT Moto pads from Apex Manufacturing. You buy them in sheets and cut them to spec. I had the Tech Specs originally, but they wore out pretty quickly and became useless after several thousand miles. These HT's are far better to me and grip amazingly, without being destructive to leather/canvas.
I did the same thing with mine. the pirelli diablos marshmallows go quick. I sacrificed an got a lil harder compound Dunlop.
Agreed. Nothing worse to me than a worn Pirelli. Some guys love 'em.. and out of the box, I do as well. But they're either amazing or awful, with very little transition time. I love the Dunlops!
MIchelin Pilot Powers are Excellent. Is that an Ohlins on the rear ? I have the TTX 36 on mine.
+Zone Television I'm really digging the PP's. A great budget tire with good mechanical grip and longevity. They don't have a ton of feel when compared to the super sticky stuff, but for any sane street pace, they're excellent.
And yeah, that's an Ohlins on the rear, sprung to my weight. A great upgrade over the OEM KYB, in my opinion.
Thai Long Ly Agreed I have the OHlns TTX on mine (sprung to my wieght)
So no issues with the Ohlins? Is it a direct swap or do you have to mess with the linkage? I can't find too much on the topic. Ohlins configurator does not list the Street Triple as compatible.
Steve Scott I beleive it is the same one that goes on the Daytona.
Yes, Zone TV is correct. It's the same as the current model year D675. No reason to mess with linkage unless you're looking for something more linear. In which case, go with the Flux MkII's... an excellent upgrade as well.
This a 675r?
I'm also 5'5" with only a 26-27" inseam. I was looking at these bikes but with a 32" seat height I think it may too tall. What do you think?
I initially had a lowering link installed and that helped me with my donkey legs. But as I got more confident on the bike, I quickly returned it to stock. The lessened ground clearance was a problem during aggressive riding so I removed the link and returned the forks back to original height.
In fact, the Ohlins shock I installed lifted the rear closer to 33.2" and I had no problems whatsoever. I had to "captain morgan" it, with one leg down and one leg on the peg, but it was totally doable. Good luck!
Hey man, wanted to know what you consider to be some of the best roads to ride in So Cal? I've been riding Angeles Highway/Crest, Little Tujunga, and throughout Malibu on Mulholland and Encinal. Best road I've been on so far is 33 near Ojai. Any others I should check out? Thanks!
Like your bike btw! I actually went down a few months ago and broke some bones on an MV Agusta Rivale, totaled it(insurance), but I'm looking to get back on two wheels soon and really considering the Street Triple R. (Eventually I'd like to save for an Aprilia Tuono 1100 Factory too.. heheh)
I'm pretty biased as I'm a local on the Crest. Though Sand Canyon, Bouquet, Spunky, Azusa, Big PInes, and GMR are also great! Oh, and Tuna Cyn as well. Sorry to hear you ate it on the bike. Hope you're OK. And as far as the V4 1100 goes, I just put one in my garage a couple weeks ago!
Why not tell us how much you paid for the rear sets? Can you at least ball park it? I'm 5'6" my self (that's right shorty) so I'm really interested.
I got the rearsets for $50. Pretty much a no brainer at that price!
Cam chain 😳
dude!!! what mirrors are those!?!?! .... stock ones are very poor... I really like the look of yours.
+SladeRenegade They're some knock-offs I got off Ebay. They're cheap and effective and completely adjustable. They, also, come off quickly for track days.
looks brand new, try 38000 miles here in Scotland, different story!
Our "weather" here in LA is essentially various shades of "sunny" and "sunny with clouds". Every so often we get some heavy rains, but they don't normally last more than a week. So yeah... it's easy to keep a bike clean compared to where you are!
Do you still own this? What do you think of the new 2017 Street Triple RS?
I no longer own this bike though am in touch with the new owner from time to time. He's over 60k miles and the bike is still going strong.
I think the new 765 looks to be everything a 675 owner could ask for ! All the bike really needed was a hair more power, and here it is. Perfection.
What other bikes, if any, did you consider before getting this bike?
+Martin Sage The main bike I was cross shopping was the FZ09, as that seemed to be the most direct competitor to the STR. The Yamaha is a nice bike, especially considering the price, but the budget suspension and riding position left me limp. The chassis is nowhere near as sweet as the STR's either. That motor is definitely the highlight, though.
Hey mate, are the Daytona rearsets a straight swap? Or did they need a bit of tweaking?
Khamrios Straight up swap. Takes about 10 minutes... 4 of which are spent looking for your allen keys! Excellent mod and highly recommended.
+Thai Long Ly Any issues aligning the exhaust mount? Thanks for the detailed videos, they're awesome.
+mxtj3wboi If you're using the stock STR exhaust, you'll need to fabricate a small extension tab to make the exhaust hangar reach the Daytona's rearset bolt. A $2 pre-cut tab from the hardware store should do the trick. If you want something more refined looking, simply have your local fabricator cut a piece of aluminum for you. Shouldn't be more than $20 for the work.
+Thai Long Ly Good to know. Thank you!
Exhaust..?
3,500 miles on tires? am i needing to change my originals?? the pirreli corsas? I've got 5,000 on them and they seem fine. i think i ride decently hard sometimes with a lot of fast accelerations
+DBOWshow 5000 is a lot for Corsas.
+AntiPlatitude they seem fine, no chord or anything like that showing. will be googling tires today lol
+DBOWshow There are no hard and fast rules as when to replace tires, except for definitely when you see cords showing! It all depends on your risk tolerance and bank account, really. Some guys chew through centers as they do mostly commuting with very little sport riding. Their tires are usually squared off, like a car's.
Guys like me will destroy sides and edges long before the centers are done. In fact, I give my used tires to a friend who uses them on his commuter. The centers will usually still have 500-800 more miles on them but the sides are toast.
I know guys who replace tires the moment they lose confidence in them. Their tires are still meaty (plenty of tread), but the mental game holds them back from pushing hard. Other guys will ride them until they start sliding beyond their comfort zone during aggressive rides - usually when the sides are slick and the sipes are long gone. I'm more like the latter.
It's all predicated on how hard you ride, your riding style (aggressive in or aggressive out of corners - or both), your propensity for braking (in addition to how early or how late) and the style of tire (and its intended purpose), amongst other factors. Road surface/conditions play a large factor, too.
Also, liter sport bikes will chew through rears at a faster rate than middleweights, given the same rider. Usually due to the extra weight and extra torque generated by the larger engine.
All this to say.. if you haven't hit the wear bars on 'em, keep riding. If you've blown past them, start shopping. You can milk it down to the cords... but I wouldn't. Plus, by that time, they usually feel like utter shit around the bends and you'll WANT to replace them for fear of eating tree!
Thanks for the reply bud, what tires do you suggest throwing on after this set? I only commute and ride the twisties into arkansas on weekends, no track days for me yet. Not til the cash flow allows a track bike as well
+DBOWshow Tires are a personal choice so what works for me might not work for you. With that said, here are some tires I've tried on this bike:
Pirelli Corsa (stock) - Good grip. Good feedback. Decent life under hard riding.
Dunlop Q3 - Excellent grip. Excellent feedback and feel when leaned over. Shit for life when ridden hard. Quick turn in and "falls" fast when riding aggressive. LOVE the tire's handling and predictability. HATE that I chew through them like a plate of bacon. Crispy delicious bacon...
Michelin Pilot Power - Good grip. Long life under hard riding. Acceptable feedback and feel when leaned over. Get squirmy and "waxy" once they start wearing out. Turn in gets "notchy" when they start wearing. Very disconcerting feeling, but the mechanical grip is there if you can overcome the mental kick to the nuts at speed. Makes for a great tire for those commuting with occasional twisty action.
Michelin Pilot Power 3 - Great grip. Great feedback. Very Good life under hard riding. This is the Pilot Power (PP) but with increased everything. Expect slightly less life out of these than PP's and far MORE life than Q3's. This is a GO TO tire for me. An excellent blend of both life and longevity. Doesn't exhibit weird notchy feeling when worn, most likely due to increased sidewall stiffness.
Metzeler M7RR - Excellent grip. Excellent feedback and feel. Neutral handling and predictable "fall in". Nice and easy with no drama. I just put these on so I cannot comment on the longevity, however, they seem to be fairing extremely well despite being pushed hard. I expect similar life, if not more, than the PP3's. Might be my new favorite tire. We'll see how they last before I pass final judgement.
Bear in mind, these are are SPORT tires. If you're doing mostly commuting, you may want to consider a SPORT TOURING tire such as the Michelin Pilot Road 4. These are on my Sprint GT and I LOVE them. They can hustle hard in the twistys and handle great when pushed. But they'll last far longer than any SPORT tire. You give up some feedback and feel and gain some weight. The bike also won't turn in as quickly due to the more rounded profile. This pertains to all sport touring tires in general.
Good luck and let us know what you decide on!
fresh looking bike . although triumph shouldve Always gone with brembos , i wonder if your carbone loraine pads lose bite when they are like worn halfway . this is what ive experienced with them in the past . after that i Always sticked with Original pads
wasn't me Brembos would certainly be sweet front and rear, as would Ohlins from the factory! Perhaps the new 800 will offer an upspec option when it's finally released.
The CL's are fine so far, and I haven't noticed any real loss of bite but then again, they're fairly new. I'll pay attention over time to see how they last. Thanks for the heads up.
Thai Long Ly haha , yes ohlins & brembos Always were a wet dream for me hehe , but im sure these work fine , as in the 90's the triumphs were Always outbreaking the japanese superbikes already . enjoy the bike man , and might you get early fading when the pads are halfway or so let us know please .
wasn't me I'll definitely report back once I've gone through these pads. I'm sure it'll be in the next update video. Cheers!
hey thai long,do you use the arrow slip-on mapping and how much your dealer charger for flashing the ecu.thanks
I use the Arrow map... shouldn't be more than a 10 min job. Whatever the shop rate is, I'd say they'll charge you for 30 mins.
+Thai Long Ly thanks for the reply . Unfortunately I cannot find any triumph dealer in sf bay area to install the map.they all said is illegal unless I have to cross state line to reno.
Ahh... that's too bad. They're just protecting themselves as the fine for being "busted" is pretty hefty. Keep asking around and check with another dealer... you'll find someone willing to hook you up. It's worth it.
I like the street triple R, and will probably get one as well some day.. and I also have an S60! Mine is S60R thoDoes the street triple have quickshifter?
Love the S60R. What a sleeper of a car! The STR doesn't have a QS, though the RX model does.
cool maybe it can be swapped in for a few bux. Oh and yes many many "racers" got really surprised by my R haha
You can absolutely install a QS after the fact. The OEM Triumph one is pretty much plug and play.
Whats the link to that 8 dollar magnet. Hate waiting at those lights.
+Jay Castle Not sure.. think it's KJ Magnetics... google that... it should pop up. Good luck!
I've made my choice...a green '14ST. Cheap on New at Dealer. They don't offer the R in green so I'll have to see how the suspension fairs. If I want to upgrade I can buy a salvage R cheap and swap or have Race Tec upgrade them. I favor Pirelli's for stick, fine tune gearing on rear sprocket, speed shift, corbin for seat or have it custom padded, mini wind screen on factory fly, Remus exhaust(like yours)...and???
+Martin Sage It's a never ending upgrade affliction over here. Just put clipons on mine and am digging the added feel up front. Congrats on the new ride!
+Thai Long Ly Will you make an update vid? Really interested to see how the bike looks and hear what you have to say about clip-ons on the street triple.
+Tennisballenator Taking the bike in for the 48k mile service soon and want to wait until that service is done before filming another review. In case anything comes up that people should know about. Stay tuned!
Sorry to hear you are selling your ST3 for an Indian. Quite a switch.
+Martin Sage Not sure where you heard that?! I'm certainly not planning on selling my STR any time soon, if ever. Now adding an Indian to the stable might be worth considering, however! But no... current thinking is next bike will be a Superbike.
Where's a good place to get the tires changed in Southern Cal?
SoCal is a pretty large area... but with that said, I like Pro Italia (Glendale), Arcadia Cycles, or Cycle Depot (Eagle Rock).
Thanks for the recommendations.
Can you do a recent update of the mileage??
I no longer own the bike but the current owner has over 50k miles and it's his daily rider. I'm going to do another review of the bike as soon as I pin him down and drill him for his ownership experience.
How much does it cost for the more serious services? I'm coming up to 12,000 miles on mine which is the first big service.
Thanks ride safe!
+Ride4life The service cost will be largely dependent on what your local shop rates are. With that said, it's safe to say it'll be roughly $650-850, give or take a few. Here in SoCal, shop rates are quite high...not sure what they're like in your area.
+Thai Long Ly Yea I live in OC and they were saying something like 900 to 1000... That just seem a little ridiculous to me.
+Ride4life I think my local dealer quoted me around $1k as well. I ground him down on the price and got it all done for cheaper. My dealer also suggested waiting until 14k for the valve check, saying something like they've rarely had them move (out of spec) at the 12k interval.
+Thai Long Ly Oh okay I will try to get him down on that price too because thats a little too much for maintenance. Did you tell them to do a valve check anyways or did you wait until 14k?
+Thai Long Ly Or when did you actually end you up doing the valves?
Where did u get the carbon engine covers
+sdeary1 I got them from Revzilla on some blowout deal they were having. They're from Leo Vince. Pretty sure they're no longer stocking them so you may want to hit Leo Vince directly to find your nearest distributor. Good luck!
Woh wait, can someone explain the "magnetic light changer" to me?? A magnet... that speeds up the stop light change???
Imbedded in the asphalt at stop lights are inductive loops (you can see the asphalt scars where they're buried) that sense metal, causing the system to trip (ie... change the light). Bikes usually don't have enough metal to change the eddy currents coursing through the loop, so installing a magnet under the bike will disrupt the current and trigger a signal change. Sometimes the loops are improperly installed (too deep in the ground) and/or the sensitivity is set too low to be triggered by motorcycles, as most modern systems are supposed to detect bikers. So using a powerful magnet may help in these situations.
Thai Long Ly Ah gotcha. Thanks!