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    I'm looking at a 2008 white triumph speed triple. 17k miles on it. I haven't seen any bad reviews on it. Anybody had any experience with one? Starts great. Runs fine. Looks well maintained.

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    Maybe you should check the Triumph forum....

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    I like the people here better.

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    Ah, the guys on TriumphRat aren't so bad. Just remember most of them are Limeys, and like a little ribbing.

    LOVE the speed triple. Simple, dependable injection system, no maintenance issues I'm aware of. Great suspension too.

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    I've read nothing but great things about the Speed and Street Triple but have never ridden one. Yes, the people here are great.

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    My friend has a 2008 speed triple. He likes it, but my bike gets all the looks and the comments.

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    If you are looking for the best looking motorcycle, this is Buell XB.

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    Most of the M/C world see's Triumph as a fringe motorcycle, but us Buellers see it as mainstream. Perspective I guess, haha.

    I like the way they look.

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    It does look good. Sounds good too. I'm possibly trading in my Harley street 750 on it. I realized I'm not a cruiser type of guy. I was going to buy an 1190sx but was told by multiple people here that is not a good commuter. I also considered a Tuono but no one near me has one. This triumph would be a good in between bike.

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    You're the guy that bought the one Harley street 750 they sold? Cool!

    JK:p The Triumph Street Triple would be a great commuter, but whats wrong with a Lightning? It's my first choice to throw my leg over for a comfortable, but super fun, daily ride. Bar, peg, and seat changes are all very easy for the exact riding position you want.



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