Triumph Thruxton Review at RevZilla.com
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- Опубліковано 12 вер 2024
- Triumph Thruxton Motorcycle Review
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The Triumph Thruxton is not the fastest bike out there, or the lightest, or the most technical, but damned if it’s not one of the coolest. With styling cues and lines cut straight from the 1970s, the Thruxton helped usher in a resurgence of the café racer in America. Or perhaps the resurgence of the café racer helped propel Thruxton’s sales. It’s the age-old “chicken or the egg” dilemma.
You know what would be a cool segment, a bike improvement segment. Take something like the thruxton (or some other road bike) review it the same way, then upgrade the bike over a few weeks, showing how the upgrades make a difference over time. That would be a cool series for revzilla, especially since you have most of the parts to upgrade with.
***** This is a great idea. I am pretty sure we could get ***** on board with this as well! Thanks for the feedback!
A Bonnie variant would be a good bike to showcase as there are a lot of directions one could go (cafe, street tracker, scrambler etc) and a lot of aftermarket stuff that an average guy can bolt on without a lot of fabrication.
I fell in love with this bike when I first played eyes upon it back in ’07 or ’08. When I finally got a bike, almost exactly 1 year ago, it was a ’14 thruxton and I couldn’t be happier. I pretty much agree with everything stated in the video. I have since been working on making it my own; AI/O2 removal, shorty pipes, airbox removal/pod filters, new tune, etc. In all honesty the suspension doesn’t feel too bad for me, but not having much experience on other bikes is probably why. I’m sure I will eventually change that out.
I had a 2013 Thruxton and I think your review is spot on. It's a relatively basic package out of the box but it can be customized to your dream bike easily. The suspension and exhaust upgrades are a must for this bike. I have sold the Thruxton and purchased a BMW R Nine T a few months ago. Totally different bike but equally fun!
One of the best reviews on anything you will find. It is easy to get caught up in specsmanship, and miss the bigger picture. This reviewer covers the pros and cons but makes sure they in perspective.
Good review. I bought a 2014 Thruxton last year as for my first bike and I couldn't be happier.
André Filipe Nice! Have you made any modifications to her yet?
Spurgeon Dunbar
Actually yes. Thruxton's one of the best looking bikes right from factory but I prefer a more agressive/caferacer
look, so I replaced the stock exhaust with Triumph TORs (better sound),
replaced the mirrors, replaced the turn signals, powder coated the rims
(all black now), removed the rear fender, installed a new tail light, shortened the front fender and now I'm
about to get Clubman bars for a more agressive riding position. One thing I love about this bike is the (almost) infinite options when it comes to costumization!
One of the best, honest, most visual and pertinent MC reviews I have ever seen. You nailed the demographic of the buyer - boom. Plus, these and the Scrambler are an absolute bargain on the previously enjoyed market. I hear this one calling, but the Scrambler is whispering in my other ear.
That was an excellent review. The camera work and audio was top notch.
Regarding the Triumph, I thought you were spot on. I looked at buying one in 2013 and ended up finding a low mileage 2007 Ducati Sport 1000 S. I was also that guy looking for a retro bike with modern technology.
I look forward to seeing more of your reviews; awesome job!
dinonoce That is an awesome bike. In the written review on Common Tread (www.revzilla.com/common-tread/triumph-thruxton-review), the Sport 1000 got a shout out as the Ducati I felt came closest to competing with the Thruxton. I found a yellow "S" version a few months back at our local Ducati shop, they were asking $17,999. It sold within a week.
As for the camera work, we have an excellent young cameraman, ***** who has no fear of hanging off of the back of fast moving vehicles in an effort to make us look good. It's a daunting task.
Guys i really like the way you are reviewing your bikes. I started to follow you with the Vrod and then the Street and now the Thruxton. Wow! Keep your recipe, it's a good one! Can't wait for the next bike review
mathieu leboeuf Thanks! We appreciate the encouragement! Ol' Lemmy and I are having a blast making these videos and we can't wait for the next one either!
I love your reviews for their honesty unlike magazines who are obviously paid by the manufacturers. And nice spot to do it in Topton, those train tracks are three blocks from my Dad's house.
Thank you, really enjoyed that honest review, I've been thinking of getting a Thruxton for a while now to replace a Laverda RGS I've had for 23 years. The thruxton looks to be much easier to live with.
good job brother, just sold my 2015 HD VROD and I was looking on get a Thruxton, now thanks to you I made up my mind just start looking for a decent out in the market, thanks again !!!!
Solid review. I wonder if a Thruxton R model with much of the upgrades that you mentioned would appeal to enough people? I do agree with the "blank slate"Notion though.
dafobra You bring up an excellent question. I am actually interested to see what happens with the new liquid cooled "Street Tracker" they have been working on. It would be great to see an updated version of this bike with upgraded performance but I would hope Triumph continues to release this version as well. I guess I just like the idea of having to learn a thing or two while modifying it yourself.
Spurgeon Dunbar
Seems they did ok... I like the new engine a lot. I am not running out to trade in my old T-100, but I think they did a nice job updating the lines without crushing the history. It's weird, I still have a nostalgia for these older 865's and I think there are others in the same boat. I am guessing you're going to see the old ones hold favor with a small group of riders.
Amazing! I've been waiting for you guys to drop this review for ages!
sentientkeyboard Thanks! What are you currently riding?
Great job Spurgeon, you nailed it! I bought a Thruxton for all the same reasons and after beefing up the suspension, adding 2 into 1 pipe and toying with all the EPA stuff...this bike is amazing. I'm changing the rear sprocket to one with 2 more teeth for a little more in-town torque and juicing up some of the cosmetics to make it mine.
Ken Loyd What suspension mods did you go with?
Spurgeon Dunbar I got the Progressive 970's and Works Performance fork springs.
Nice video ... I own the 2015 British racing green gold stripe version with triumph sports exhaust fitted and local dealer tuning to suit! It’s my first open license bike and I love it! Backfiring exhaust and classics looks make it a perfect bike for sunny clear days ☺️
Great review guys. I absolutely love this bike...I have for years. I've been wanting to get one as a second bike to add to my garage for quite some time. This just further cements that idea.
Witness2282 What is your "first" bike?
My first was 1996 ZX6R. Had a few other bikes in between that and my current 2012 R1
You're doing a better job than mainstream motorcycle media!
***** Wow, that's a hell of a compliment. I checked out your channel and it looks like you're working on some cool stuff as well! It seems like you have some nice looking Italian hardware in your garage!
There are a lot of great folks out there that are doing great things. I still love getting all of my moto mags in the mail and I keep all of my subscriptions up to date. At the end of the day here at RevZillaTV we love motorcycles and making videos and are thankful for the opportunity to blend the two together.
are you guys going to do a review on the '16 thruxton R?? There isn't a really good review on this bike and you guys do the best reviews!
If we can get our hands on one, we will! -DrewZilla
man, I wish I had your guys budget. great videos. I'm a one man show when I do my walkthroughs and reviews. jealous...
I run those same Metzelers on my 89 Guzzi Cali III and my 79 Triumph Bonnie. Have done for 20 odd years. Great tyres.
Sharp and insightful review Spurgeon - Thanks! Keep up the great work!
Miss my '13 Thruxton so much. Definitely remember to pull that California emissions o2 sensor plug, y'all. Stops that downshift spitting and pipe discoloration. Cheap fix at the dealership.
Interesting review.
I am looking forward for the new 2016 Thruxton/Thruxton R and T120 reviews.
Great review. That is an absolutely beautiful machine and I want one.
Outstanding review as always! Are you planning to review the Triumph Bonneville T100 or T120? Good job on this video because it is really informative!
We might review the T100 or T120, but nothing is planned. -DrewZilla
RevZilla one last thing? Would you say this is a bike for a tall rider? I'm 5'11 and would you say that this is a good bike for a tall rider?
Awesome review Spurgeon! I love the styling on the Thruxton. I am excited for that street tracker and bobber bonnie that was spied too. If I were to ever buy a Thrux or Bonnie I would definitely bob it out. Cafe racers made bobbers look toooo freaking cool. It's like a hipster's dry dream. Cafe racer or bobber, I'll take both please! Hahaha! Keep up the fantastic work spurg!
Got a used 13 thruxton recently that came with Arrow 2-1 pipes, aftermarket mirrors, rear fender delete and gas cap with 800 miles on it, all for $6k :)
Really good review. It was like a mechanic went with me check out a bike for sale and gave all the info I need before I put down my money. Personally, I would consider ditching that rear fender... maybe. The real question is: should I just buy a '04 or '05 T100 and Spurgeon-ize it?
***** I hope "Spurgeon-ize" catches on as an actual thing. "Hey Mom, guess what!?"
If you are going to "Spurgeon-ize" it, the rear fender has to go. I love the sans-fender look. Just be prepared to ride around with a solid strip of mud and water up the back of your jacket if you ever plan on playing in mud puddles!
Spot on review! I am fortunate enough that my first bike is a 2012 Thruxton and I have all the exact mods mentioned plus I removed the rear fender. Great ride for two up as well!
Great review, thanks! The thruxton is definitely on my list of motorcycles to won one day :)
I also really like the jacket you have on for this review - care to share the brand (rev'it?) and model?
Leptrpan Thanks for checking it out! The jacket was a college graduation present to myself back in 2006. It is an old Rev'It! RS2 race jacket. It has been across the country with me 3 times, has well over 100,000 miles on it, and keeps on ticking. While Rev'It! no longer makes the RS2 you should check out the GT-R: (www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/revit-gt-r-leather-jacket) The two shares a lot of similarities.
Great review ! Like DRIVE/ Motor Trend but for bikes...NICE!Throw in a few more review + road trips.....great production Keep 'em comin!!
Roman Izaboss Thanks man! As a fan of Motor Trend's content I take that as a huge compliment. Considering I am always game for road trips we'll have to keep that one in mind!
Just bought my first bike, 2012 Triumph Bonneville SE. I’ve had it about two weeks and I’m already thinking of changes I want to make. My wife thinks I’m crazy, but it’s part of what I love about triumphs
love these reviews keep up the good work
Recently got my hands on this exact model and I’m honestly in love with it. I swear I get complements on it every time I go out.
I will say, stock it’s pretty quiet. I got the ohlins option too and it definitely feels a lot better.
Nice video, and nice ride. I did take a liking to the Arai. Is that lid still available? --Keep up the good work. I like the gear presentations and the bike reviews.
+Gregor Miller Spurg's model Arai is no longer being produced, but the Jolly Roger graphic is currently featured on the Arai Defiant. -DrewZilla
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/arai-defiant-jolly-roger-helmet
….complete agreement, thank you👍
I also ride this Thruxton, same color, for me it's the most beautiful bike.😊😊
Great review! Thanks!
I love the vintage look of that Triumph!
By the way, what model is your jacket? It is really cool!
Juanjo Vicario Thanks for the kind words! That jacket was a college graduation present to myself that I bought new back in 2006. It is an old Rev'It! RS2 race jacket that has well over 100,000 miles on it and keeps on ticking. While Rev'It! no longer makes the RS2, the GT-R (www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/revit-gt-r-leather-jacket) shares a lot of similarities.
Thanks for the info!
I'll have a look.
Cheers!
RevZilla My husband just bought a thruxton a couple weeks ago and absolutely loves it! I trying to do some research on the products that you said that you'd use to make the bike better, but can't find them. Can you tell me what they were again? Thanks!!
***** Here's a link to some great specific parts for the Thruxton. Progressive makes great shocks, and British Customs makes excellent exhausts. -DrewZilla rvz.la/1DeP4Qv
Great video. I may have missed it, but how tall are you please?
great review I'm looking for a used one my first bike in a long time I'm 64 getting back into it love the bike found a used 2014 for 6k with 4k on it gonna talk em down but its black and the guy changed the exhaust so ill see great great review thx JOE
That is such a good & balanced review. Nice bike, especially in the traditional British racing green too. Thanks.
Great review. Thanks.
Great Review! I have the 2014 Thruxton and love it!! have not done much except race tune w/ 2/2 arrow exhaust. Sounds awesome!! I'm a pretty sexy guy but the bike get more stares than me now! LOL
Good review and nice bike!
I would really like you to do a review for the HD sportster 48
Great review.
Great review. I'm a large guy who loves these smaller bikes, like Bonnevilles and Sportsters- it would be very helpful to know the height and weight of the reviewer, or address the size issue if you think there is an upper limit on a certain bike. (I'm 6'4" 240lbs) Thanks!
+DontPanic4422 6'4" 240 would be fine on a Bonneville. Most Triumph dealers allow test rides, so go ahead and sit on one to see. -DrewZilla
Awesome review. Thank you.
I'm thinking of buying o modern retro motorcycle for short and medium long trips, sometimes with a passenger. I really love the looks of the bolt c-spec but the thruxton is the second choice. Could you compare the handling and riding experience of those two?
Thanks in advance.
Lots of new vintage styled motorcycles hitting the market but imo, even though I like quite a few, none of them looks as good as the discontinued Ducati 1000 sport classic.
With a little work, the thruxton is probably the best motorcycle for the money.
" its under sprung and I don't feel confident throwing it into corners" completely missed the point of a Cafe racer
I am a 17 year old cafe racer lover, and finally finding a bike with a cafe look is very satisfying I'm thinking of getting this bike but what would you (revzilla) say about the Triumph Thruxton r. Should I move up to that bike just stick with the normal thruxton. I would love a response thank you.
The new Thruxton R is A LOT of bike. I'd recommend sticking with the normal Thruxton for now. -DrewZilla
Are my eyes deceiving me? That looks like a pre-efi gas tank on that thruxton...its slimmer than the bulbous tank on most of the efi modern classics..
Hey Spurgeon, since you're the metric guy, do you plan on making a Yamaha Bolt review?
James N While it does say, "Metric Guy" on my business card, ol' Lemmy and I are going to be sharing duties when it comes to video bike reviews. I can't speak to which one of us would be the one tackling it, but the Bolt is on the list of bikes we would like to give a go. Is it a bike you are considering?
Spurgeon Dunbar
I can't consider it per se since I already own one, I just like seeing videos associated with it. It's still a new motorcycle and there are only a handful of "real" videos of it.
Yep, I have one. that color too. And the arrow 2-1.I didn't get the fly screen. It looks awful. Try Sonic Springs up front. They have a spring rate calculator on the site. Ohlins makes shocks w/o the external reservoir (which doesn't match the look) S36DR1L I think it was. It's a fun bike. I even did a track day on it. It gets an amazing amount of attention, far more than my Ducati..
You can hear the Arrow 2-1 exhaust here: ua-cam.com/video/jho9VS0b_Mg/v-deo.html
nice review
What's your guys' take on a 2015 Iron 883? Can we get a review sometime soon?
Sean Fernandez Hey Sean, I don't think we have any set plans to shoot an 883 review just yet, but we do have an 883 as one of our studio bikes. I know there are quite a few of us here that have seat time invested on that bike including ***** Do you have any specific questions we can answer for you? Lem, do you have any thoughts?
***** Wow thanks for responding so quickly!
I am a new rider looking for a bike and I was highly interested in the Iron. I'm 5' 8" 140 lbs and the most experience I have with the Iron is sitting on it at the local Harley dealership. I'm looking for something fun to ride that doesn't necessarily need to be the fastest bike out there. I plan on making hour long commutes with it and the occasional 3 hour trips. I live in Southern California thought the Iron was a good looking bike that is reliable. I struggled to find an expert opinion on the bike so anything helps and I'm glad I can get feedback from experienced riders like yourselves in a timely manner so thank you for that. What do you think of the Iron for a new rider like myself?
***** Okay. If I do end up getting an Iron what would you recommend for the suspension?
Good comments and great video. As a suggestion, you made recommendations regarding some upgrades to the bike, could you include those links into your video? Looks like a great riding area, where did you take the video?
We're based in Philadelphia, and this video was shot an hour or two outside the city in Eastern Pennsylvania. For upgrades, look at Progressive fork springs and rear suspension, Pirelli Sport Demon or Metzeler Sportec Klassik tires, Bassani or British Customs exhaust, and a Power Commander fuel controller. -DrewZilla
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/progressive-fork-springs-for-triumph-2001-2015
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/progressive-490-sport-series-shocks-for-triumph
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/progressive-970-series-piggyback-shocks-for-triump
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/bassani-slip-on-exhaust-for-triumph-thruxton-2004-2015
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/british-customs-predator-pro-slip-on-exhaust-triumph-thruxton
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/british-customs-shorty-predator-pro-slip-on-exhaust-triumph-thruxton-900
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/dynojet-power-commander-v-fuel-ignition-triumph-bonneville-t100-thruxton-2011-2015
www.dimecitycycles.com/ i built my thruxton cafe with these upgrades from Dime City..
Thanks for the info, they're close to me so I'll pay them a visit.
U wont regret it
Great review 👍🏼😄
Thanks for the video! I just picked up a 2014 Thruxton 900 Efi same color and everything however mine doesn't have any gators on the front forks not sure why
What's the jacket? It's really cool!
+Yi Zhang Thanks! I answered this question in the comments below but I wanted to copy my original response for you here so you don't have to go diggin':
"The jacket was a college graduation present to myself back in 2006. It is an old Rev'It! RS2 race jacket. It has been across the country with me 3 times, has well over 100,000 miles on it, and keeps on ticking. While Rev'It! no longer makes the RS2 you should check out the GT-R: (www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/revit-gt-r-leather-jacket) The two shares a lot of similarities."
Thanks for watching!
+Spurgeon Dunbar Thank you sooooo much!!!
Does it have a GEARBOX? You never mentioned it. If it does, how does if shift? Is it clunky, loud and imprecise? Is it a nightmare to shift?
+goldpilgrim It's not the smoothest, but it's also not the clunkiest, so it actually shifts pretty well. -DrewZilla
The clip-ons look way better the way they used to do it before.
Which jacket are you wearing in this video?
fivefootsixtriumph The jacket is my old Rev'It! RS2 race jacket. I bought that bad boy back in '06 and it has well over 100,000 miles on it. While Rev'It! no longer makes the RS2, the GT-R (www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/revit-gt-r-leather-jacket) shares a lot of similarities.
I'm looking at an older (2008) Thruxton, would you say some of the issues, I.E fueling, would be better back then?
It will definitely be easier to adjust the fueling with a carbureted model, but some of the short comings still remain- soft suspension and a heavy wet weight. Still a great bike, though. It just needs a little massaging. -TeamZilla AJ
Are you guys filming in Topton??
Jackson La This was shot in Topton. The Market Cafe is one of my favorite spots and I wanted to pay tribute.
I went to school in Kutztown and I've eaten at Jak's Diner before and it looked so familiar. Keep up the good work and great review! Spurgeon Dunbar
Jackson La Go Golden Bears! I am a Kutztown University Alum as well, what year did you graduate?
10' Spurgeon Dunbar though I was on the 5 year plan. What year were you??
Jackson La I got out of there back in 2006 as a history teacher of all things.
Hey guys im in the market for a bike and was looking to do a cafe racer if not the new R3. Could you do a side by side comparison for a Thruxton to a Bonneville or a scrambler? Id like to see what yall think of them. Thanks again guys, yall are awesome.
Robert Ducote We probably won't do a video of that, but Spurgeon mentions all three bikes in his written companion article. Maybe Spurgeon Dunbar can chime in as well! -DrewZilla
*www.revzilla.com/common-tread/triumph-thruxton-review
RevZilla alrighr awesome. Yeah i think i talked to you on the phone a while back about the icon airmada helmets. Bumbed out a lot of the designs i wanted are about sd out in my size.
I like Revzilla very much. The reviews, the hosts and the merchandise. There is only 1 thing I can't stand. Why do you have to put so many hand gestures and motions in your review when you are actually riding a motorcycle? If you keep your both hands on the handlebar, I will understand what you are say just fine. I don't need you to show me how well you can ride with one hand. It's not the point of making these videos. It's a safety issue. I want to see more reviews from you guys, so ride safe.
I'm stuck between this thruxton and the street twin.. I like both but I can get a much better deal on the leftover thruxton. anyone have feedback and differences between the classics and modern classics? this will be my first bike..
Watch and read our reviews of the Street Twin and Street Scrambler as well. That will give you some additional insight into the differences between the old Thruxton and the new Street series. -DrewZilla
*www.revzilla.com/common-tread/2016-triumph-street-twin-motorcycle-review
*www.revzilla.com/common-tread/2017-triumph-scrambler-first-ride-motorcycle-review
I need this in my life.
How good of a first bike would it make? It seems a bit strong for someone with no experience no?
It's not the best beginner bike. You might consider a smaller bike with a 250cc-400cc engine. -DrewZilla
RevZilla Any reccomendations then? I'm really into the café racer scene so maybe the Street Twin?
Thanks!
Look at a used Suzuki TU250. -DrewZilla
Spot on.
Hi, I have a 2016 Triumph Thruxton 900. What is the best octane for the bike? Ty...
Without having the manual, we can't say. It will definitely be listed in your owner's manual though. -DrewZilla
was this filmed with a GH4 by chance?
+1lifeonearth It was filmed with a number of different cameras, including GoPro Hero 4s as well as Canon EOS Cinema. -DrewZilla
+RevZilla okay nice, thanks for the response man!
How tall are you spurgeon?
Felipe Trajano Good question! I am just about 6'3" on a good day.
Please review the 2016 new lineup! It's like 20x better
+Adam McCurdy We have a review for the new Street Twin coming shortly. Hopefully we'll be able to review the others in the new lineup as well! -DrewZilla
Bluing on the exhaust. Throttle stumbling. Sounds like u need to adjust air/fuel. Learn to tune before you judge.
Jeremy Newman the same can be said for you. Your assessment is way off base. ALL trumpets blue like that, it is slowed down by AI removal, and this bike is EFI. He also addressed that the stock map comes lean to meet epa, and as such needs remapped.
Tires with tubes are bad! Why not tubeless?
+goldpilgrim Triumph uses spoked wheels for that vintage look, and these spoked wheels require tubes. -DrewZilla
Is this a good first bike???
Possibly. It's a little heavy, but the power is really tractable, so you'd probably be fine with it as a first bike. The brand new liquid-cooled Thruxton has a bigger engine with much more power than this previous-generation Thruxton. I would not recommend the new Thruxton as a first bike. -DrewZilla
when is the truxton r 2016 review coming out
+Finn Chverch Probably once we can get our hands on one for a good week or two. Stay tuned! -DrewZilla
How is it for long distance driving with a passanger?
The Thruxton has low handlebars, so it might not be as comfortable as a more upright bike for long distance riding with a passenger. -DrewZilla
RevZilla Thanks a lot for your response and advice.
I will search for some other bike, even tho this one is beautiful, but i need someone that can ne enjoyable for two people.
Thanks again
Take a look at the Street Twin, Bonneville T100, and Bonneville T120. Also look at the Speedmaster. -DrewZilla
RevZilla Thanks a lot for advice, but, unfortunately, not a single one from that list is on the sale in my country.
Sorry to hear that. -DrewZilla
Love your reviews, but how can you talk about reliability?? I mean it's a brand new bike,isn't it supposed to be reliable???also, why would anyone want to buy a new bike and then make mods on it??it's a new bike,it should be perfect..
You just don't get it, do You?
when is the thuxon r comein out
+Silvia Olivia Once Triumph has them in showrooms, we may decide to review one. -DrewZilla
Wayyy too expensive for what they are in my opinion. if a modern bike was that compromised it would be deemed a failure. But with clever marketing the Thruxton gets away with it all. In saying that they do have a certain appeal about them and for those with deep pockets the problems are all forgotten.
tdunster2011 in what world is an 8-9k bike with deadfast reliability expensive?
can somebody help me with the song played at the beginning? 0.20s on
We don't have the song title at hand, but we get all our music from premiumbeat.com. -DrewZilla
RevZilla pls respond if u get the track title. its too good.
RevZilla could u mail the tune to this email id? mail: abarthrz@gmail.com this is the id. expecting mail.
what jacket is that?
+An Nguyen That's a really old (well maybe a decade old) REV'IT! leather jacket. It was discontinued awhile ago. The closest current options are the REV'IT! Airstream, Dainese Stripes EVO C2 Perf, and the Dainese Razon Perf. -DrewZilla
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/revit-airstream-leather-jacket
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/dainese-stripes-evo-c2-perforated-jacket
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/dainese-razon-perforated-leather-jacket
Beginner friendly...?
It's not the best beginner bike, but it could be manageable. I tend to recommend smaller 250-300cc bikes for beginners. -DrewZilla
+RevZilla Understood. Appreciate the info. You won't believe how mixed responses are when I ask for "beginner bike" recommendations. Thanks again!
Yeah the advice for that is pretty all over the place.
"BRO beginner bike? You need to get something small and used. I'd reccomend a mid 2002 Honda XR50 and converting it to street legal" -One guy
"It doesn't matter what bike you start on, only pussies get bikes under 500cc anyway" -Another guy (who crashes into a bus a day later on his brand new Suzuki Hayabusa)
I like the review, but no offense, i connected more with Lemmy's reviews
VikingRider No offense taken, Lemmy is a handsome son of a gun and a dear friend. I am happy to come in second to him.
Crappy tires, no second disc brake up front and no ABS. No thanks. I'll wait for the update that's due either later this year or early next year.
I don't know why retro means put ugly spoke wheels
femaledeer I hear ya, and spokes typically mean you'll need tubes in the tires too -- but the look is fantastic and the ride is much smoother. Excel makes great aftermarket wheels and combined with Talon hubs they are a lot lighter than the stock wheels. Spokes for a retro bike -- must have.
Spurgeon , nice write up, but please don't hang a knee out at 10 degrees from vertical on a cafe bike. Makes you look like a poser.
With all that being said. It sucks, but still better than any harley. But at the end of the day, italian bikes are best. Fuggitaboutit!
Can you throw up a map of this ride?
+William Monaghan We don't remember the exact route, but just hit up most any back road around Topton, PA, and you should have a good time! -DrewZilla
Thanks man. Right down the road in Baltimore, and always looking for nice back roads.
Gah, those mirrors are so ugly
deadcel11r I actually agree with you on this point. What mirrors would you put on?
For me, I like the CRG LS mirrors as a clean replacement. I have used CRGs on a couple different bikes and I think they make a nice upgrade. It definitely depends on the look you are going for.
Spurgeon Dunbar Coudln't agree more with the CRG LS actually, they'd clean up the handlebars nicely. These stock mirrors are too far out and upward from the ends of the grips for my taste, they have a sort of cartoonish/antenna feel to them
Great review.