oldschoolsdime92 Posted September 10, 2009 Report Share Posted September 10, 2009 So I have been looking at a few different bikes. I was originally going to go naked standard, but I decided for the long trips I want to go on, I think I need full fairings. So now im looking at a triumph sprint st 955i, a left over f4i, and still the gladius. Whats your thoughts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaNick Posted September 10, 2009 Report Share Posted September 10, 2009 What years you wanting? As in...how new of a bike? f4i's are old, so that's why I'm asking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSVDon Posted September 10, 2009 Report Share Posted September 10, 2009 Triumph Sprint ST 955i. Isn't that the exact same as the Dayton 955i? If so, they are big and long but beastly in power delivery. I really considered one while shopping. Almost like a mini-busa really. They are a bit of a porker at 480 lbs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldschoolsdime92 Posted September 10, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 10, 2009 the st is classified as there touring bike. as for the f4i, Honda power sports in troy has a left over on the show room floor from 07. I would like a new or very low mileage bike. The gladius and the f4i, are both new. The st has 17k on it, but Ive known the owner for years and hes beyond meticulas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSVDon Posted September 10, 2009 Report Share Posted September 10, 2009 the st is classified as there touring bike. as for the f4i, Honda power sports in troy has a left over on the show room floor from 07. I would like a new or very low mileage bike. The gladius and the f4i, are both new. The st has 17k on it, but Ive known the owner for years and hes beyond meticulas.You buy that F4i for their asking price and I'll slap you. I found this review on the ST, rather liked it, lol.http://www.ianchadwick.com/motorcycles/triumph/triumph_sprint_st.htmlI'd say for what you want find an ST or a VFR. Both are full fairing'd sport tourers with an emphasis on sport. The only issue I see with the Trumpie is the electrical is dodgy on the older ones. Just as the PO to tell you about any and every issue. Also, check into parts for a bike like that. See about availability and price, not just at the dealer but online too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldschoolsdime92 Posted September 10, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 10, 2009 vfrs are alittle pricey,as is the maintence. I was reading awhile back and to have the valves checked and such it was in the 1200 dollar range. and as for the price on that f4i. Theres no way I would pay what they have marked on it. I would only purchase if it could be bought right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldschoolsdime92 Posted September 10, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 10, 2009 i love the gladius's styling and feel,but I have a feeling my first 100 mile trip down the highway I would be ready to sell it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSVDon Posted September 10, 2009 Report Share Posted September 10, 2009 Eh? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldschoolsdime92 Posted September 10, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 10, 2009 its an 2002. Idenical to this. http://www.mcnews.com.au/newbikecatalogue/2002/Triumph/Sprint_ST_700p.JPG Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blake1221 Posted September 10, 2009 Report Share Posted September 10, 2009 i love the ST, was looking at one before I got the hawk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpoppa Posted September 10, 2009 Report Share Posted September 10, 2009 The 04 and newer F4is are excellent street bikes. For STREET riding I would take one over a CBR600RR any day. I picked up an 05 F4i earlier this year and am really liking it. In 04, after the RR was released, they relaxed the ergos on the F4i (almost Interceptor-like) & retained the fully adjustable suspension. It makes for great handling and decent comfort for a 400+ mile day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldschoolsdime92 Posted September 10, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 10, 2009 I really like the f4is. I rode one awhile back and it was super nice. The trumpie is real nice too. It has 17,000 miles on it, and is absolutley spotless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldschoolsdime92 Posted September 10, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 10, 2009 I really like the 09 fz6 also. I dont care for the 2010s. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
creep Posted September 10, 2009 Report Share Posted September 10, 2009 I'd stay away with anything with the 955 engine. I've met people that had 30,000 miles on them without issue, and then I've met some that were less fortunate. The 1050 engine has a much better record with reliability. A 1050 Sprint ST, or I would consider an FZ1. You can pick them up cheap new or used, they handle well, and have a reasonable amount of power. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V4junkie Posted September 10, 2009 Report Share Posted September 10, 2009 Eh? Good luck, don't seem to be too many left around! Love those though, torn between that and a Beemer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSVDon Posted September 10, 2009 Report Share Posted September 10, 2009 Found 5 or 6 of them. All around the $5000 range though. And you may have to travel a bit to get to one of them. Silver is the dominant selling color right now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V4junkie Posted September 10, 2009 Report Share Posted September 10, 2009 Found 5 or 6 of them. All around the $5000 range though. And you may have to travel a bit to get to one of them. Silver is the dominant selling color right now.Should've qualified that, good luck finding one "nearby". Such a cool bike though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSVDon Posted September 10, 2009 Report Share Posted September 10, 2009 Should've qualified that, good luck finding one "nearby". Such a cool bike though.Agreed, I really never payed attention to them until half the Aprilia guys at Indy showed up on them. They are quite cool. I'd run mine without bags unless I had to though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldschoolsdime92 Posted September 10, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 10, 2009 those are definitly a good looking bike. I suppose I have some decision making to do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kahooli Posted September 10, 2009 Report Share Posted September 10, 2009 Really? 1200 for a clearance check on the VFR? isn't it just shim under bucket?Considering Ive seen pics of VFR750s with over 100k miles on the clock, I'd say the engine is reliable... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldschoolsdime92 Posted September 10, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 10, 2009 the service guy at honda told me that it was because the vtec, i personally don't have any experience with this though. I love the vfr, I just dont like the price tag of a brand new one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldschoolsdime92 Posted September 10, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 10, 2009 did an insurance quote on the fz1. 312 a month. im good on that shit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAC Posted September 10, 2009 Report Share Posted September 10, 2009 Really? 1200 for a clearance check on the VFR? isn't it just shim under bucket?Considering Ive seen pics of VFR750s with over 100k miles on the clock, I'd say the engine is reliable...Seems like I've seen it quoted lower than that. Something like $600-$700. Still pricey though. I've also heard that people ignore that if the bike is running right and they have no issues. Sign up on VFRWorld and look through their used bike listings. Tons of good bikes.I bought an '03 very reasonably w/14k on the clock and am having no issues.Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSVDon Posted September 10, 2009 Report Share Posted September 10, 2009 did an insurance quote on the fz1. 312 a month. im good on that shit.Jesus! Full coverage on the Aprilia for an unmarried male at age 21 is $120/month. If you are actually interested in a Futura I can give you a little more info on them, issues they may have, and some nice ones I've found. They run the same Rotax motor as my bike and are effectively bulletproof engines. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaNick Posted September 10, 2009 Report Share Posted September 10, 2009 A buddy of mine on here "xtremef4i" has a sweet f4i all decked out. I didn't know they still made them. I thought there was only 600rr's out now. Shows you how much I follow any Honda's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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