I recently picked up a 2003 TT600 with 5700m - love your review. I'm equally excited about owning one of these. I plan to wheel it into my cellar for the Winter, pull the shrouds off, and get familiar with it. Like Slodsworth, I'm no Spring chicken so my rides won't be any great distance. And Travis, I was really surprised when my wife said OK - must be because it's a Triumph and we used to ride together as teenagers on my '68 Bonnie. Thanks to ElyxeD for the lead on parts - I'll check them out. We should set up a TT600 owners group.
Hey there! that sounds fun as a winter project! the stator wiring direct to battery mod is an important one, bleed the brakes, its pretty well made! I'd consider getting a riser bar conversion if you want a bit more comfort, well a lot more comfort. If I get another one, I'll do that, its a bit aggresive in the position for my poor back, the pegs are decently high as well, they make drop pegs for it no problems. Its really exciting to ride though, and the brakes\suspension are so powerful and well sorted! The TT600 group on facebook is really good, lots of nice people, interesting info, check it out! thanks for watching and enjoy!
@@henrydrew Hey there ,Triumph RAT forums has good info on the stator wiring, I actually made a video on how to do it on the TT600, since you reminded me I'll upload it ASAP! There are a few places in the UK that make specific riser block adapters to run a wider more upright bar as well since the Speed 4 parts are a little tricky to find, if you're so inclined! if I get another one, it'll be something I do, man are they exciting to ride!
Just about to pick up a red and silver 2002 for £2.3k absolutely immaculate condition and 25k miles. I need to calm down in my old age xD (30) so seems like perfect for what i want and need
Sounds great! hee hee old age, they are extremly fun to ride and with good tires the handling is very very good, just not the best at long distance for my old back, thanks for watching and enjoy!
Thanks very much!! I really like the color as well! I've had it out riding a bunch since march, most of the gravel is not a problem on the main roads, you just have to take it easy on the very small side streets!
I didn't remap, you need a specific cable to interface with the French fuel injection to see what version is on it. What I read was that almost all bikes that went back to the dealer even once for the recall had the remap done. To be fair the bike doesn't really have much pull below 4000, but its probably worth checking your version to be sure. You can download the software for free and the cable is relativly inexpensive as I remember. The facebook group for the TT600 is very useful for this, thanks for watching!
@@Kingsoupturbo I agree. I'm gonna change filters then bite the bullet and spend some money on a dyno tune and make sure the mapping is optimised. Managed to pick up a very clean 03 TT for cheap. I got lucky. The guy I bought it off was a retiree who was giving up riding due to health reasons and just wanted it gone. Just running a little rough from sitting around and probably old fuel. Mines only got only 35ks on the clock. I've seen them up over 100k so as long as you take care of it, it should last alright. I plan on keeping this one for a while.
@@jf9979 Nice! well check all the usual stuff, the charging system especially, make sure thats all working before checking the Map. I think the program is TuneECU and the Sagem program cable is pretty cheap online, then you can see what map version you have, I'd bet its the newer one. The high peg position is a bit uncomfortable for any distance, but shes a real sweet machine! enjoy!
I'm looking to buy a 2002 TT 600, is it normal for these bikes to have a louder engine mechanical noise than their japanese counterparts? It can be heard on idle, sounds similar to my older pushrod bikes. Starts and runs just fine, only has that louder engine sound.
Mine was a little bit loud, but that was the exhaust really compared to my 750 ninja, overall it was a louder engine then the 750 and 650 ninja's, really hard to tell from a video how it should sound. If you have doubt, pay the bit of extra money to have it inspected at a motorcycle place, if that thing has internal damage, you'll be glad you did. Good luck on your purchase! its a very fun to ride exciting bike, but its not so comfortable for any distance.
Check out the triumph tt600 facebook group, they are very helpful and often have part outs and sources for plastics, which as you might imagine, are quite difficult to obtain. thanks for watching, its a SUPER fun bike, even as a streetfighter if you can't find the pricey plastics, it would be really good.
I love these bikes, I have a 2001 tt600 it's yellow and black tiger stripe it's freaking awesome I don't see many maintenance videos any tips on where to go? I'm a fairly competent auto mechanic, but I've just never worked on a motorcycle this is my first one, so I'm going to do everything oil, coolant flush, spark plugs, chain and sprocket like I said I just don't see many maintenance videos on these tt600s
Hey there! most of the info you might need is on the triumphrat forums. The TT600 appreciation facebook group also has good info. The Stator wiring is one issue to have a look at on these, but not much else ! the Beauty of bikes over cars is the simplicity and ease of working on them. enjoy the ride!
Triumph RAT forums usually are the best, not many issues for these bikes, and really not much you can do, its got everything nearly you can put on a motorcycle right from the factory. thanks for watching!
That sounds pretty low price! Triumph is one of the oldest motorcycle manufacturers on the planet, in my experience this thing is very high quality, I think its a great motorcycle, its just not suited for long trips. Just make sure the charging system works, check for oil leaks, oil level, all the usual stuff, worn chain, worn tires, leaking fork seals. They are lower priced then Yamaha's etc. for some reason, I have no idea. Best of luck!
@@Blake_srt4 Always look at a few different bikes, Tires alone add up quickly, check the date code on them, tread depth, chain condition, sprockets, leaky seals, dented tanks, busted plastics, etc. You might find a mint SV650\Ninja 650R etc for the same money in better shape, also consider what you want to do with a bike, this thing has high pegs for lots of cornering clearnace and lower bars, if you're not going to be riding fast around corners just heading to the shops and booting around town, something with higher bars and lower pegs might be the ticket for you. thanks for watching!
This video was what I needed to see and hear
Thanks for watching!!
I recently picked up a 2003 TT600 with 5700m - love your review. I'm equally excited about owning one of these. I plan to wheel it into my cellar for the Winter, pull the shrouds off, and get familiar with it. Like Slodsworth, I'm no Spring chicken so my rides won't be any great distance. And Travis, I was really surprised when my wife said OK - must be because it's a Triumph and we used to ride together as teenagers on my '68 Bonnie. Thanks to ElyxeD for the lead on parts - I'll check them out. We should set up a TT600 owners group.
Hey there! that sounds fun as a winter project! the stator wiring direct to battery mod is an important one, bleed the brakes, its pretty well made! I'd consider getting a riser bar conversion if you want a bit more comfort, well a lot more comfort. If I get another one, I'll do that, its a bit aggresive in the position for my poor back, the pegs are decently high as well, they make drop pegs for it no problems. Its really exciting to ride though, and the brakes\suspension are so powerful and well sorted! The TT600 group on facebook is really good, lots of nice people, interesting info, check it out! thanks for watching and enjoy!
@@Kingsoupturbo Thanks for the tips. Where can I find info on the stator wiring mod?
@@henrydrew Hey there ,Triumph RAT forums has good info on the stator wiring, I actually made a video on how to do it on the TT600, since you reminded me I'll upload it ASAP! There are a few places in the UK that make specific riser block adapters to run a wider more upright bar as well since the Speed 4 parts are a little tricky to find, if you're so inclined! if I get another one, it'll be something I do, man are they exciting to ride!
Just about to pick up a red and silver 2002 for £2.3k absolutely immaculate condition and 25k miles. I need to calm down in my old age xD (30) so seems like perfect for what i want and need
Sounds great! hee hee old age, they are extremly fun to ride and with good tires the handling is very very good, just not the best at long distance for my old back, thanks for watching and enjoy!
Kijiji brought me here haha. Bike looks good and love the colour. Still looks gravely a little on the streets.
Thanks very much!! I really like the color as well! I've had it out riding a bunch since march, most of the gravel is not a problem on the main roads, you just have to take it easy on the very small side streets!
Thank you so much for using the word adjustment rather than adjustability
Got same bike! Awesome bike to ride, loves corners. Mines 01, 40000 km on clock. U can find all parts from boonstraparts
Just got one and came across this comment, will need to check the parts place you mention I need a few plastic bits
Hi there. Did you do any remapping to the bike? Mine is a 03 model and seems to have a flatspot around 3 to 4.5k rpm.
I didn't remap, you need a specific cable to interface with the French fuel injection to see what version is on it. What I read was that almost all bikes that went back to the dealer even once for the recall had the remap done. To be fair the bike doesn't really have much pull below 4000, but its probably worth checking your version to be sure. You can download the software for free and the cable is relativly inexpensive as I remember. The facebook group for the TT600 is very useful for this, thanks for watching!
@@Kingsoupturbo thanks mate. Appreciate it. 👍
@@jf9979 Its a helluva exciting motorcycle, and the handling and brakes, really awesome, worth spending some time on!
@@Kingsoupturbo I agree. I'm gonna change filters then bite the bullet and spend some money on a dyno tune and make sure the mapping is optimised. Managed to pick up a very clean 03 TT for cheap. I got lucky. The guy I bought it off was a retiree who was giving up riding due to health reasons and just wanted it gone. Just running a little rough from sitting around and probably old fuel. Mines only got only 35ks on the clock. I've seen them up over 100k so as long as you take care of it, it should last alright. I plan on keeping this one for a while.
@@jf9979 Nice! well check all the usual stuff, the charging system especially, make sure thats all working before checking the Map. I think the program is TuneECU and the Sagem program cable is pretty cheap online, then you can see what map version you have, I'd bet its the newer one. The high peg position is a bit uncomfortable for any distance, but shes a real sweet machine! enjoy!
I'm looking to buy a 2002 TT 600, is it normal for these bikes to have a louder engine mechanical noise than their japanese counterparts? It can be heard on idle, sounds similar to my older pushrod bikes. Starts and runs just fine, only has that louder engine sound.
Mine was a little bit loud, but that was the exhaust really compared to my 750 ninja, overall it was a louder engine then the 750 and 650 ninja's, really hard to tell from a video how it should sound. If you have doubt, pay the bit of extra money to have it inspected at a motorcycle place, if that thing has internal damage, you'll be glad you did. Good luck on your purchase! its a very fun to ride exciting bike, but its not so comfortable for any distance.
Have just purchased one from aiction canyone recommend and places to go for sourcing parts, need a few plastics and footrests etc
Check out the triumph tt600 facebook group, they are very helpful and often have part outs and sources for plastics, which as you might imagine, are quite difficult to obtain. thanks for watching, its a SUPER fun bike, even as a streetfighter if you can't find the pricey plastics, it would be really good.
I love these bikes, I have a 2001 tt600 it's yellow and black tiger stripe it's freaking awesome I don't see many maintenance videos any tips on where to go? I'm a fairly competent auto mechanic, but I've just never worked on a motorcycle this is my first one, so I'm going to do everything oil, coolant flush, spark plugs, chain and sprocket like I said I just don't see many maintenance videos on these tt600s
Hey there! most of the info you might need is on the triumphrat forums. The TT600 appreciation facebook group also has good info. The Stator wiring is one issue to have a look at on these, but not much else ! the Beauty of bikes over cars is the simplicity and ease of working on them. enjoy the ride!
@@Kingsoupturbo thank you for the info much appreciated
What's the best forum for these. I've been looking at them recently and wanted to read up on issues, simple mods, ETC ETC
Triumph RAT forums usually are the best, not many issues for these bikes, and really not much you can do, its got everything nearly you can put on a motorcycle right from the factory. thanks for watching!
@@Kingsoupturbo Thanks! I'll check it out.
I could pick 1 of these up for 1200 says it runs good just needs a peg you think it's worth it? Dads saying know cause he never heard of them
That sounds pretty low price! Triumph is one of the oldest motorcycle manufacturers on the planet, in my experience this thing is very high quality, I think its a great motorcycle, its just not suited for long trips. Just make sure the charging system works, check for oil leaks, oil level, all the usual stuff, worn chain, worn tires, leaking fork seals. They are lower priced then Yamaha's etc. for some reason, I have no idea. Best of luck!
@@Kingsoupturbo thanks
@@Blake_srt4 Always look at a few different bikes, Tires alone add up quickly, check the date code on them, tread depth, chain condition, sprockets, leaky seals, dented tanks, busted plastics, etc. You might find a mint SV650\Ninja 650R etc for the same money in better shape, also consider what you want to do with a bike, this thing has high pegs for lots of cornering clearnace and lower bars, if you're not going to be riding fast around corners just heading to the shops and booting around town, something with higher bars and lower pegs might be the ticket for you. thanks for watching!
I'm taking a look at a yellow from 2001 today. With only 26000km/16155mi and pretty much mint! I can't wait for it! :)
Also nice vid m8!
Thanks so much for watching! they are wonderful machines! Hope you enjoy it!!
Almost thou makest me want to buy a Triumph TT. Wife already said no.