Triumph Daytona 955i - tell me about them.
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Not having a second bike in the garage is starting ti niggle me. I don't know why as I'm not using the K1300S much at the moment due to weather and being busy.
I have a budget if about £250and I want something that will be both a bit sensible and a bit of fun. I want decent torque and power with reasonable handling and comfort. Most importantly, it must have lots of that unmeasurable thing called character, which is where most of the Jap 4 bikes fail. It'll be used on the road only and may occasionally take a pillion.
Having looked around, I think that the Daytona 955i meets my requirements so I want to know what, if any, 955i specific issues i should look out for or be aware of. Has anyone on here got one or owned one previousley? What do/did you think of it?
I have a budget if about £250and I want something that will be both a bit sensible and a bit of fun. I want decent torque and power with reasonable handling and comfort. Most importantly, it must have lots of that unmeasurable thing called character, which is where most of the Jap 4 bikes fail. It'll be used on the road only and may occasionally take a pillion.
Having looked around, I think that the Daytona 955i meets my requirements so I want to know what, if any, 955i specific issues i should look out for or be aware of. Has anyone on here got one or owned one previousley? What do/did you think of it?
Brilliant bikes. Avoid the early ones and go for 2002 onwards. Fully forged crank and pistons in the engine. Before the 675 came along by far and away the best engine triumph has made.
If you're not a ponce, go for the standard swingarm version as well, it's stiffer, lighter and cheaper than the SSSA version.
On the whole, very reliable bikes, Reg/rec can go as with many bikes of the era. Triumph specialist Clive Wood in Bognor is a font of all knowledge on these bikes. He still races them with great success and would be happy to talk through their specifics.
If you're not a ponce, go for the standard swingarm version as well, it's stiffer, lighter and cheaper than the SSSA version.
On the whole, very reliable bikes, Reg/rec can go as with many bikes of the era. Triumph specialist Clive Wood in Bognor is a font of all knowledge on these bikes. He still races them with great success and would be happy to talk through their specifics.
I have had a few 955's they are a good solid bike, common faults are the iacv hoses cracking (easy fix) electrical issues which are becoming more common and starter sprag clutches (not an easy fix).
They are pretty well made, the main components are good quality (wheels/frame/etc) the wiring and ancillaries less so, they don't have the quality of finish in the little things like jap bikes do.
The engine is great, they have a very flat power delivery so some don't like them as you don't really get the top end rush of a jap IL4, a great engine for the road though, they are one of the best sounding bikes around with a fruity can.
They also are very easy to remap/tune with a copy of tuneecu.
I think the earlier T595 was the best looking one, the later versions have a better dash/more power, I found the position of the clip ons very uncomfortable on both Daytona's so bought a Speed Triple instead.
I wouldn't buy another Daytona, I would buy another Speed Triple though.
They are pretty well made, the main components are good quality (wheels/frame/etc) the wiring and ancillaries less so, they don't have the quality of finish in the little things like jap bikes do.
The engine is great, they have a very flat power delivery so some don't like them as you don't really get the top end rush of a jap IL4, a great engine for the road though, they are one of the best sounding bikes around with a fruity can.
They also are very easy to remap/tune with a copy of tuneecu.
I think the earlier T595 was the best looking one, the later versions have a better dash/more power, I found the position of the clip ons very uncomfortable on both Daytona's so bought a Speed Triple instead.
I wouldn't buy another Daytona, I would buy another Speed Triple though.
Thanks for the quick responses. Nice to hear good things from former owners. I'll probably be looking at a 2004/2005 bike as there seems to be some good ones around in my price range.
The info on the reg./rec., hoses and sprag clutch. I'll make sure I check what I can when buying.
Jazoli - why did you find it uncomfortable?
The info on the reg./rec., hoses and sprag clutch. I'll make sure I check what I can when buying.
Jazoli - why did you find it uncomfortable?
One of the lads is on to his fourth, never really had any serious issues I am aware of, and doesn't know what he would replace it with when the time comes, his is one from the last year of that engine.
A couple the paint has rubbed through where he has had an adult passenger but other than that he has been all over Europe and UK without issue.
A couple the paint has rubbed through where he has had an adult passenger but other than that he has been all over Europe and UK without issue.
I had a 2002 955 Daytona back in about 2003/2004, so it was obviously fairly new back then. The best thing about it is the engine which has real character, it's lovely. A mate of mine also had a brand new 2004 face lifted Daytona at the time, in black with the SSSA. That was a genuinely gorgeous looking bike.
It was an ace road bike. Fast, comfortable (by Sports Bike standards)and fairly roomy. It was big and heavy by sports bike standards though. I never had any major trouble with mine, but it did have a few electrical gremlins - nothing serious and sorted by the dealer. I don't really get on with Sports Bike riding positions and I think the Daytona was more Sports/Tourer really, so not as extreme as most. Even so, I much prefer the more 'sit up' naked bikes these days, so I'd go for a Speed Triple over a Daytona.
It was an ace road bike. Fast, comfortable (by Sports Bike standards)and fairly roomy. It was big and heavy by sports bike standards though. I never had any major trouble with mine, but it did have a few electrical gremlins - nothing serious and sorted by the dealer. I don't really get on with Sports Bike riding positions and I think the Daytona was more Sports/Tourer really, so not as extreme as most. Even so, I much prefer the more 'sit up' naked bikes these days, so I'd go for a Speed Triple over a Daytona.
http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...
Kept this a couple of years, great bike, no problems......
Kept this a couple of years, great bike, no problems......
black-k1 said:
Jazoli - why did you find it uncomfortable?
Mainly the angle of the clip ons, I had a ZX9R and ZZR1100 previously and found them a lot more comfortable, I fitted a pair of adjustable clip ons to the Daytona to try and help a bit but it didnt really work. I also thought it was cramped for my knees, everybody is different shapes and sizes so you might be ok, I'd have a long sit on one before commiting, Speed Triples are a much better bike than the Daytona though, even though they are essentially the same.
Edited by Jazoli on Wednesday 27th November 14:33
Thanks again everyone for all the feedback. Really useful stuff.
I won't be looking at a Speed Triple as I don't want a naked bike. Being a "bit large and heavy" for a sports bike I don't think will be a problem as it'll be smaller and lighter than the K1300S.
I will make sure I get a good test ride as I am now slightly worried about the riding position and I would like to feel that I could do a long day in the sadle if I wanted to even though the K1300S would probably be used on such days.
I won't be looking at a Speed Triple as I don't want a naked bike. Being a "bit large and heavy" for a sports bike I don't think will be a problem as it'll be smaller and lighter than the K1300S.
I will make sure I get a good test ride as I am now slightly worried about the riding position and I would like to feel that I could do a long day in the sadle if I wanted to even though the K1300S would probably be used on such days.
i have also been looking at these bikes as they do look good and appear to be good value. I was looking at the T595's but from this advice i will look for 955's onwards.
But i am also looking at GSXR750's - i had one back in 1998 and it was awesome machine, so may get one if i can find a decent one ( may be a problem )
But i am also looking at GSXR750's - i had one back in 1998 and it was awesome machine, so may get one if i can find a decent one ( may be a problem )
black-k1 said:
Thanks again everyone for all the feedback. Really useful stuff.
I won't be looking at a Speed Triple as I don't want a naked bike. Being a "bit large and heavy" for a sports bike I don't think will be a problem as it'll be smaller and lighter than the K1300S.
I will make sure I get a good test ride as I am now slightly worried about the riding position and I would like to feel that I could do a long day in the sadle if I wanted to even though the K1300S would probably be used on such days.
I've got a 2000 model 955i Speed Triple, great bike. Your comments noted about wanting the Daytona, just answering from a reliability perspective - no issues at all, apart from it can get a bit touch and go starting if you don't keep the battery fully charged on an Optimate or equiv. This happened to me last night, didn't quite have enough oompf to get it turned over leaving me stranded at the local supermarket, fortunately only a mile from home so no great drama. This is more attributable to me not using it as much as I should/poxy alarm always draining the battery/being a bit slack with charging it when not in use. Apart from that I've had no issues and a great deal of joy out of owning it. I'll hopefully keep it forever and bore people witless over it when it eventually becomes a classic! I won't be looking at a Speed Triple as I don't want a naked bike. Being a "bit large and heavy" for a sports bike I don't think will be a problem as it'll be smaller and lighter than the K1300S.
I will make sure I get a good test ride as I am now slightly worried about the riding position and I would like to feel that I could do a long day in the sadle if I wanted to even though the K1300S would probably be used on such days.
A pal has a 2002 955i Daytona, and being a similar build to you I absolutely love riding it when I can prise the keys off him. I find modern sports bikes too cramped after 50 miles or so, so it being a bit more roomy suits me perfectly. Not the quickest by modern standards, but a very capable bike and enough power to keep a smile on your face. I never tire of listeneing to the pop of the engine on the overrun, it's a beaut.
PurpleTurtle said:
I've got a 2000 model 955i Speed Triple, great bike. Your comments noted about wanting the Daytona, just answering from a reliability perspective - no issues at all, apart from it can get a bit touch and go starting if you don't keep the battery fully charged on an Optimate or equiv. This happened to me last night, didn't quite have enough oompf to get it turned over leaving me stranded at the local supermarket, fortunately only a mile from home so no great drama. This is more attributable to me not using it as much as I should/poxy alarm always draining the battery/being a bit slack with charging it when not in use. Apart from that I've had no issues and a great deal of joy out of owning it. I'll hopefully keep it forever and bore people witless over it when it eventually becomes a classic!
A pal has a 2002 955i Daytona, and being a similar build to you I absolutely love riding it when I can prise the keys off him. I find modern sports bikes too cramped after 50 miles or so, so it being a bit more roomy suits me perfectly. Not the quickest by modern standards, but a very capable bike and enough power to keep a smile on your face. I never tire of listeneing to the pop of the engine on the overrun, it's a beaut.
Many thanks for the feedback. I'm currently looking for a Daytona 955i. A pal has a 2002 955i Daytona, and being a similar build to you I absolutely love riding it when I can prise the keys off him. I find modern sports bikes too cramped after 50 miles or so, so it being a bit more roomy suits me perfectly. Not the quickest by modern standards, but a very capable bike and enough power to keep a smile on your face. I never tire of listeneing to the pop of the engine on the overrun, it's a beaut.
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