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Re: [ST] new list member introduction and questions



On Sun, 28 Apr 2002, Michael Young wrote:

> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Manuel Helzel" <mhelzel@xxxxxxxxxx>

Cool, another Canadian on the list! I'm from London ON.

> > 1.  how much of a PITA is it to change the rear shock preload on the ST?
> > Since I ride both one and two up, I generally do that fairly frequently.
> > Early reports on Triumphs said you needed the dealer or a drift and
> hammer.
> > Is that correct?
> 
> Not correct. Screwdriver, through a hole punched in the side frame.

As well a 8mm 1/4 drive socket on an extension will work well.

> The topcase makes a great backrest. Order the backrest pad along with the
> case. You'll want the topcase right off. There is not helmet storage without
> it. Not a single usable hook under the seat...

Yup, I've got a friend who will vouche for that one. She's about 5'3" and definately
prefers riding with the topcase as a back rest.

> > 4.  How manageable do you find the ST to be in town, in parking lots etc.
> ?
> 
> The lean forward posture makes slow speeds a bit less comfortable than on
> more upright bikes. Counterbalancing outside on slow turns is more difficult
> and less effective. Sitting more upright for the occasion makes for an
> uncomfortable reach with the bar turned to full lock. The very tall first
> gear, and resulting higher speed at idle, compounds the problem. No problems
> with lugging or stalling; you just need to slip the clutch and ride the rear
> brake around.

It just depends on the bike, my '99 ZX9r was the easiest to control bike at any speed,
from a crawl all the way up to 155-160. Of course it is the only bike I've had that
fast so I don't know if that counts :-)


Tom

/*************************************************************
 Thomas Emberson
 '01 BRG Sprint ST (last count 12 months old, 16,650 miles)
 sold: '98 ZX6e, '99 ZX9r, '95 EX500
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