Smedley

I changed my 2010 Speed Triple seat to the Triumph gel seat. The finish of the seat is nicer but there is only a slight improvement in comfort. Less benefit than I expected.

I have had persistent problems with cracking indicator stems on my 2010 Speed Triple. It seems that several 2012-2013 Triumph triple models have been recalled to rectify the same problem: https://www.recalls.gov.au/content/index.phtml/itemId/1046490 http://www.dft.gov.uk/vosa/apps/recalls/searches/expand.asp?uniqueID=3D2FFE464F54F44A80257B2D002F7082&freeText=Blank&tx=VOSA http://www.mlit.go.jp/common/000997753.pdf http://blog.motorcycle.com/2013/03/25/manufacturers/triumph/2012-2013-triumph-daytona-675-speed-triple-street-triple-tiger-800-recalled-in-canada/ Here is a post with a picture of the most frequent problem which I have experienced 3 times, though I have also had one indicator break on the main stem: http://thetriumphforum.co.uk/forum/f5/speed-triple-recall-351/ Has else here experienced this problem? Has anyone support from the local Triumph distributor? Additional Notes: If you get a replacement indicator lamp assembly from Triumph it will have the indicator lamp, the stem, and the wire lead. The wire lead needs to be attached to the electrical system in an inaccessible location necessitating removing the tank etc. Fortunately, the indicator can easily be replaced by removing the lens and then detaching the wires at spade connectors within the lamp itself. On other forums it has been noted that the Aprilia Tuono has the same indicators. I am not sure about the Tuono but it appears to me that Aprilia RS models (125 and up) have an identical indicator lamp assembly but slightly different stems. These might work as a superior replacement though I am not sure how the price compares to the original Triumph part.

Try for a Triumph origianl carbon rear tyre hugger and a gel seat

Hey friedfishz, I don't really know the Street but my Speed Triple is held together with lots of Torx screws. If you get a set of Torx keys to go with your regular tools you will be in good shape - try for a Torx T-40 1/4" drive socket if you can get it. I have an Abba Superbike Stand that picks my bike up by it's swingarm pivots (pic attached). Works great (see video on their website) but the shipping from the UK costs about as much as the stand. http://www.s-boxer.de/photoplog/images/9335/large/1_R1200S-14.jpg

I bought my Speed Triple a couple months back and I have it up to 1300 km now, so now good for 8000 rpm. I am immensely happy with this bike (my sixth) - it just keeps getting better and better. Watch out for wet painted places with the SportTec M3 tires though. IMHO you have made a great choice. Enjoy.

Does anyone know where to buy a padock stand for a Speed Triple? Mah says that they don't stock them. The Ducati 848 model looks like it should ,because the single-side swing arm set up is similar, and Minerva stocks then (for $385!) but unfortunately the pin is too small.