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Current bike #1: Triumph Speed Triple | Current bike #2: DRZ 400SM |
Motorcyclist Online review of Speed Triple and 3 other naked bikes Specs From Triumph's Speed Triple page Engine Type Liquid-cooled, DOHC,
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3-cylinder Cycle Parts Frame Tubular, fabricated aluminum alloy perimeter Width (Handlebars) 780mm (30.7in) Height 1250mm (49.2in) Seat Height 815mm (32.1in) Wheelbase 1429mm (56.2in) Rake/Trail 23.5 degree/84mm Weight (Dry) 416lbs Fuel Tank Capacity 4.7 gal Performance (Measured at crankshaft to DIN 70020) Maximum Power 132PS (131bhp) at 9,250 rpm Maximum Torque 105Nm (77ft.lbf) at 7,550 rpm Colours Jet Black, Fusion White, Roulette Green |
Inspired by long distance travel stories, I've spent the past year saving up and debating the merits of various dual-sport motorcycles. In my opinion, dual-sports are among the most fun bikes on the market today, offering great versatility for use both on and off the road...the difficult point is determining how much offroad competence you want and how much long distance comfort you're willing to give up for it. The Suzuli DRZ400SM falls more into the "very competent offroad" camp. At the same time, it has a very reliable engine and can be fitted with options such as a windscreen and hard luggage. A couple reviews of this excellent bike: On Motorcycle.com. On bestbeginnerbikes.com. |
I call her my Incredible Hulkette (new images below 6/10/07)
The morning after she came home with me
Around the town in Snohomish