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Weirdo's from the internet, meet Bella:

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Sorry about the weather, but the riding season is well and truly over here.
 
It's whatever the stock setup is, I've not checked it out in detail as I'm still figuring out the menus which are full of Italian design choices :p

She's replacing the Street Triple. I would love to keep both as the ST is an amazing raw motorcycle, but I promised the wife I wouldn't.
 
Forgiveness is easier than permission...

I said I'd sell my Deau back at the start of the year, still got it, and looking better now I've repainted the wheels and casings :)
 
Proper grunty bikes. Good mid range then quite flat after that, which is a shame considering of all the electronics.

You gonna power commander and tune it properly? Then engines only kick out about 145hp from stock, quite capable of getting the claimed 160hp if you spend the cash.


Presuming you're still in switzland, consider maybe ditching the super corsas, they're wicked but they take a bit to heat up properly so you either ride harder or move to warmer weather... steady riding, stop and starts won't make them sticky
 
dandoolittle said:
Presuming you're still in switzland, consider maybe ditching the super corsas, they're wicked but they take a bit to heat up properly so you either ride harder or move to warmer weather... steady riding, stop and starts won't make them sticky
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Warmer weather? Our summers are 38C here!
 
Be interesting to compare it to a Street. I've got less power now I've gone from a 1050 to a 675, but it's way more fun.
 
Lurch said:
Be interesting to compare it to a Street. I've got less power now I've gone from a 1050 to a 675, but it's way more fun.
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I'll have to make a video/blog about that one day, thanks for the idea.

The Street Triple actually compares very favourably against the Tuono in my opinion, and if I had an R model then I probably wouldn't have switched.

The non-adjustable (except rear preload) suspension on the Street Triple non-R is setup for someone around 65-70Kg, and since I'm a man that doesn't work well for me.

A few comparison points:
  • The power to weight ratio feels similar between the two bikes, which on the roads is what really matters. Both have plenty of torque for their weight.
  • You can power wheelie with the Tuono, rather than needing the clutch. Note that the balance is better on the Street for wheelies.
  • They both feel very nimble and expertly balance for the (proper chicane and hairpin) twisties. I literally cannot pick which is better handling.
  • The engine not is sublime on the Tuono, but the Street is very special too. This one is hard to choose.
  • I get 250-260km on the Street before the fuel light regardless of whether I'm cruising or caning it. The Tuono gets 210 with mixed riding, I have neither tested solely cruising nor caning it.
  • I'm afraid I love the looks of the Italian super model compared to my British Doris.
  • With a passenger or heavy luggage the Street Triple is simply dangerous to go at any sort of pace. The Tuono can cope with a large range of weights in its stride with a minor tweak to the rear preload and tyre pressures. The Tuono's suspension is leagues ahead, but then it is a Factory with Ohlins.
  • I can confirm that Dan is correct and the stock Tuono tyres do not like the shaded wet bits in the mountains in autumn. Tuono's traction control is invaluable here.
  • Both bikes have near perfect brakes, unlike the Yamaha MT-10 I test rode! My Street Triple has the stock Nissin brakes which work incredibly well with fantastic feel, with the lack of ABS on my older model being the only downside.
  • The extra weight of the Tuono is noticeable when stationary or wheeling the bike around. The Street is so good for that.
  • The slipper clutch on the Tuono makes hairpin turns so much nicer than on the Street Triple as I always needed a 1.5 gear on the Street and occasionally locked up the rear with the strong engine braking. This is a massive point for me and may not be relevant if you don't live in the mountains, and on the Tuono you can adjust the amount of slip (it injects fuel to keep the engine spinning freely).
  • Auto shifter is a waste of time, all it does is make me mess up my manual clutchless upshifts without being any smoother. It might be unnoticeably quicker than doing it manually but it's way less fun and makes the exact same sound.

I love both bikes, but as I don't have the R model Street Triple I chose to upgrade to something that genuinely makes my cheeks hurt from grinning.
 
My Street is the R, although not tried dicking about with the suspension. Only taken a pillion once which was a very petite young lady, so can't comment about average pillions. However pillion on my bike will be a rare thing.

Speaking to my Triumph dealer he said the Street R is phenomenal handling, but for 2up and luggage you'd probably be better off with a Speed. Oddly enough he didn't mention the Tuono :)
 
I'd agree that the Street handles impeccably, I have no complaints there and I am very happy the Tuono is on par. Many bikes fall short of that high bar.

It's worth setting up the suspension for you as it makes a huge difference to the handling in my experience.

I think your bike is a little better with a pillion because it has slightly less power, more forward weight bias and way better suspension than mine. Mine just wanted to do a back flip every time I thought about giving it some beans. Luggage will be no problem for you with your suspension.
 
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