Speed Triple Mods - What do you think? - Page 2

flynhawaiian · 04-07-2010, 06:14 PM

Originally Posted by usmcgunnerm4

I was looking at some of the Mods available for my Speed Triple (Yes, I still have it. Economy sucks, and trade in value sucks worse!) and came across this:

What do you think of the mods they have made?

For Comparison, this is my bike (or one identical anyway)

Comments? Ideas?

Do it all Brada!....Damn You sure got a prrrrrdyy bike

fastfoodfred · 04-07-2010, 06:44 PM

since you don't want your triple anymore, can I have it?

Avboden · 04-07-2010, 07:03 PM

I wouldn't put thousand+ dollar wheels on spokane roads....just sayin POTHOLES

KevinD · 04-07-2010, 08:10 PM

Originally Posted by Avboden

I wouldn't put thousand+ dollar wheels on spokane roads....just sayin POTHOLES

He'll have it in ND.
Miles and miles of straight NOTHING!
Well, there are a few hills on the western end.

KevinD

usmcgunnerm4 · 04-07-2010, 08:14 PM

I'm moving Andrew....jeez.

I'm thinking about the Marchesini forged magnesium wheels with Galfer wave rotors, which are about $1600 a set. Couple pounds heavier than carbon, but still much less rotating mass, and very cool. The carbon's that I have found are about $4K!

Suspension is the #1 upgrade to any bike, so that's a must.

As far as the 1050 Daytona, that sounds fun! My motor is putting out 123 at the wheels, but there is a company in Georgia that does a 30 over kit, which would boost the HP considerably.

Fred, I'll trade you straight across for both of your bikes.....as long as you wash them first.

usmcgunnerm4 · 04-07-2010, 08:17 PM

Originally Posted by KevinD

He'll have it in ND.
Miles and miles of straight NOTHING!
Well, there are a few hills on the western end.

KevinD

Hehe, this is true. I bought a new truck to haul the bike down to the black hills, which is where I'll be doing much of my riding. Unfortunately, she'll be a commuter, mostly.

fastfoodfred · 04-07-2010, 08:20 PM

My jr50 and xr80?! Deal, but you are going to have to come get them in your new pickup.

Blues Brothers · 04-07-2010, 08:25 PM

If this makes you happy, I'm all for it.

Only you know what is going to please you.

usmcgunnerm4 · 04-07-2010, 08:28 PM

Hey....if I could have a hundred bikes, I wouldn't be happy. There's always something different and cool. But, since I can't sell this one for what it's worth, I'm keeping her.

KevinD · 04-07-2010, 08:37 PM

Originally Posted by usmcgunnerm4

But, since I can't sell this one for what it's worth, I'm keeping her.

I thought this thread was about your bike...

KevinD

coastiepete · 04-07-2010, 08:39 PM

I like bug eye headlights, keep em.

but i DO like the clip ons and mirrors. The fender eliminator is a definite. I like the white paint, but i think the belly pan looks out of place. maybe too big? or maybe better if it was white also?

speed triples are cool ass bikes............

Keef Green · 04-08-2010, 07:39 AM

I'm sure this was in another thread but why were you getting rid of the Speed3 anyway? I almost bought one of these?

usmcgunnerm4 · 04-08-2010, 02:48 PM

Originally Posted by Keef Green

I'm sure this was in another thread but why were you getting rid of the Speed3 anyway? I almost bought one of these?

Well, I want something that's a little more 2-up friendly. Looks like I'll just be saving my coins and buying one another time though. Honestly, this Speed Triple is a fantastic bike, and I can see myself keeping it for years and years, if not forever. If you want one, get it. You'll love the bike.

:-)

dragracer1951 · 04-08-2010, 03:53 PM

I've got a couple of bikes I've thought about carbon wheels on. But they are fragile and that's ultimately what stops me.
Were it me, and I've owned a Sped Tre, I'd think about cams and a big bore. Gear it a little short and some upright bars....
I'd keep the bugeyes too. But then I got this thing for em.
Suspension is just about required if you get lighter wheels. And lighter wheels are an outstanding upgrade. The bike will really handle quicker. It will also accelerate a bit quicker.
Wheelies and Stoppies ...

usmcgunnerm4 · 04-08-2010, 04:12 PM

Originally Posted by dragracer1951

I've got a couple of bikes I've thought about carbon wheels on. But they are fragile and that's ultimately what stops me.
Were it me, and I've owned a Sped Tre, I'd think about cams and a big bore. ...

I've looked everywhere for engine mods, and can't seem to find any info. You have a secret? Hmmmm?

I really want light wheels and better suspension first. The bike is faster than my skill level anyway, but whatever makes it easier!

dragracer1951 · 04-08-2010, 05:05 PM

You can get some pretty impressive gains by re degreeing the cams. Requires someone to slot your cam sprockets and a bit of knowlege...but not a tough thing to get done.
I jsut looked around and low and behold,there aren't many cams available...I wqas somewhat surprised.
Delta cams in Tacoma will build you what ever you want...
These guys are VERY well known in the serious go fast world. And reasonable prices too.

usmcgunnerm4 · 04-08-2010, 05:10 PM

Originally Posted by dragracer1951

You can get some pretty impressive gains by re degreeing the cams. Requires someone to slot your cam sprockets and a bit of knowlege...but not a tough thing to get done.
I jsut looked around and low and behold,there aren't many cams available...I wqas somewhat surprised.
Delta cams in Tacoma will build you what ever you want...
These guys are VERY well known in the serious go fast world. And reasonable prices too.

I found www.thespeedtriple.com

There are some inpressive mods and group buys there, including a 1090 big bore kit, and a cam mod. Velocity stacks, etc.

Looks like my new stomping ground.


04-07-2010, 06:44 PM	#22
fastfoodfred Moto2 Champion Joined: Mar 2006 From: spokane, wa I Ride: 2008 SXV4.5 + 1985 RZ350 + 2010 YZ250F +	since you don't want your triple anymore, can I have it? __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


04-07-2010, 07:03 PM	#23
Avboden Moto2 Contender Joined: Oct 2007 From: from Wa, living on Grenada (island) I Ride: 2007 BMW F800S, 1999 ATK 605 ESDS/SM	I wouldn't put thousand+ dollar wheels on spokane roads....just sayin POTHOLES __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


04-07-2010, 08:14 PM	#25
usmcgunnerm4 Washington (VA) Joined: Dec 2008 From: Spokane Valley, WA Blog Entries: 3 I Ride: an Italian	I'm moving Andrew....jeez. I'm thinking about the Marchesini forged magnesium wheels with Galfer wave rotors, which are about $1600 a set. Couple pounds heavier than carbon, but still much less rotating mass, and very cool. The carbon's that I have found are about $4K! Suspension is the #1 upgrade to any bike, so that's a must. As far as the 1050 Daytona, that sounds fun! My motor is putting out 123 at the wheels, but there is a company in Georgia that does a 30 over kit, which would boost the HP considerably. Fred, I'll trade you straight across for both of your bikes.....as long as you wash them first. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


04-07-2010, 08:20 PM	#27
fastfoodfred Moto2 Champion Joined: Mar 2006 From: spokane, wa I Ride: 2008 SXV4.5 + 1985 RZ350 + 2010 YZ250F +	My jr50 and xr80?! Deal, but you are going to have to come get them in your new pickup. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


04-07-2010, 08:25 PM	#28
Blues Brothers Mr. Pickles Joined: May 2005 From: Spokane I Ride: 2012 Ultra Blue Metallic Wing w Rockin' Tunes...	If this makes you happy, I'm all for it. Only you know what is going to please you. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


04-07-2010, 08:28 PM	#29
usmcgunnerm4 Washington (VA) Joined: Dec 2008 From: Spokane Valley, WA Blog Entries: 3 I Ride: an Italian	Hey....if I could have a hundred bikes, I wouldn't be happy. There's always something different and cool. But, since I can't sell this one for what it's worth, I'm keeping her. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


04-07-2010, 08:39 PM	#31
coastiepete Novice Racer Joined: Apr 2007 From: Youngstown NY I Ride: Speed Triple, GS750, KX 500, 450 EXC-R, KH400, MXZ 700 Renegade	I like bug eye headlights, keep em. but i DO like the clip ons and mirrors. The fender eliminator is a definite. I like the white paint, but i think the belly pan looks out of place. maybe too big? or maybe better if it was white also? speed triples are cool ass bikes............ __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


04-08-2010, 07:39 AM	#32
Keef Green Licensed Joined: Aug 2008 From: SpoVegas WA I Ride: Fizzer 3000	I'm sure this was in another thread but why were you getting rid of the Speed3 anyway? I almost bought one of these? __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


04-08-2010, 03:53 PM	#34
dragracer1951 Joined: Sep 2005 From: Bremerton I Ride: 05 KTM 625smc, 03 Are See fiddy one, 05 DRZ470SM, 95 FZR1040, 69 Combat Commando Roadster, 73 Commando Interstate, 67 BSA B44, 71 BSA B50	I've got a couple of bikes I've thought about carbon wheels on. But they are fragile and that's ultimately what stops me. Were it me, and I've owned a Sped Tre, I'd think about cams and a big bore. Gear it a little short and some upright bars.... I'd keep the bugeyes too. But then I got this thing for em. Suspension is just about required if you get lighter wheels. And lighter wheels are an outstanding upgrade. The bike will really handle quicker. It will also accelerate a bit quicker. Wheelies and Stoppies ... __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


04-08-2010, 05:05 PM	#36
dragracer1951 Joined: Sep 2005 From: Bremerton I Ride: 05 KTM 625smc, 03 Are See fiddy one, 05 DRZ470SM, 95 FZR1040, 69 Combat Commando Roadster, 73 Commando Interstate, 67 BSA B44, 71 BSA B50	You can get some pretty impressive gains by re degreeing the cams. Requires someone to slot your cam sprockets and a bit of knowlege...but not a tough thing to get done. I jsut looked around and low and behold,there aren't many cams available...I wqas somewhat surprised. Delta cams in Tacoma will build you what ever you want... These guys are VERY well known in the serious go fast world. And reasonable prices too. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter

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