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rathcoole_exile · #1 10-05-2007, 13:33

looking to replace my Duc, my first thoughts were to go back to a 'Blade.
but I took a Daytona for a test ride up at RCA yesterday.
seemed like a nice bike, but I have to admit I don't know anything about the current generation of Triumphs.
anyone got experience/opinions about quality, maintenance, handling etc ? cheers...

Oasis · #2 10-05-2007, 13:58

You should check out this web site Deus Ex Machina

They are based in Aust just around the corner from one of my shops, very cool!!!!but may not have what ur looking for, still very cool website

rathcoole_exile · #3 10-05-2007, 21:10

2006 Triumph Daytona 675 Motorcycle - First Ride & Review - Motorcyclist Online

seems to get good write ups. might go back at the weekend and take another, longer test ride.

northern exile · #4 11-05-2007, 08:45

Had triumphs, I had the 600 TT which went through three recalls. but I think since its five years since the fire at the plant and the development money put into the daytona after winning the Manx TT, the Daytona has come a long way.
I found you either love or hate the digital throttle as it rolls on and off.

If you want to replace your duc, look at an Apprillia Mille, it'll give you a huge grin factor!

sledge038 · #5 11-05-2007, 11:38

my mate bought a 675 a few months ago.
he is only a short guy and had a fireblade.
he loves it. nice and light, handles well and crisp on the throttle.

rathcoole_exile · #6 11-05-2007, 19:14

still umming and aahing. The price for the Daytona is B670,000 new, but there is also a 2005 'Blade with less than 3,000kms on the clock for B330,000.
So while my heart is saying, "yeah go on give it a chance, take the Triumph", my wallet is saying "count the satang". **** kmows what my head is saying, it's gone AWOL

sledge038 · #7 13-05-2007, 14:48

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Originally Posted by rathcoole_exile

still umming and aahing. The price for the Daytona is B670,000 new, but there is also a 2005 'Blade with less than 3,000kms on the clock for B330,000.
So while my heart is saying, "yeah go on give it a chance, take the Triumph", my wallet is saying "count the satang". **** kmows what my head is saying, it's gone AWOL

go the 675