Re: [ST] FJR1300AE, semi automatic

[Matt Heyer <mattheyer@xxxxxxxxx>]

My advance apologies to Bob, who wants to speak of nothing other than
Triumph's....
 This bike looks awesome! It's a shame that Triumph does not make a
competitor for this. I have a soft spot for Triumph's, so if they had
something like this I'd probably be all over it.
 I've been recently looking for something like this - sort of something
between a Sprint ST and a BMWR1200RT. Of course I'm looking for the perfect
bike (for me, at least)!! I want some more long-range comfort than the
Sprint ST, ST3s, VFR, R1200ST, Falco, CBR1100xx, etc; want a more sporty
disposition than a 1300ST, R1200RT; yet want more wind protection than a
Tiger, Multistrada, V-Strom, etc. This bike might just fit the bill!
 I've recently test ridden the new Sprint ST, and Tiger (even took an used
Trophy for a spin); and have lined up rides on the Multistrada, K1200S,
R1200ST, and R1200RT for tomorrow and the coming week.
 I know most of us here have owned more than one motorcycle in our riding
careers, and dare I say it - bikes other than Triumph's... So if anyone has
any good input on the bikes I have listed, or has other suggestions based on
what I've stated, please throw it out here - it would be much appreciated.
 Matt Heyer

 On 9/30/05, Emile Nossin <Emile@xxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
>
> Lots of subtle changes on the FJR, most noticeably the AE version
> which has a semi automatic gearbox, no more clutch lever!
> Switching gear is done with the traditional foot-operated gearshift
> lever or the left bar-mounted paddles. Also a new cockpit with
> fuel economy info, gear indicator and air temp, a screen with bigger
> adjustment range, adjustable handlebars, adjustable seat, adjustable
> cowling for better rider-cooling and improved engine-heat insulation...
> and much more:
> http://www.motorcycledaily.com/29september05_2006yamaha_fjr1300ae.htm
> http://www.yamaha-motor.com/sport/products/modelhome/501/0/home.aspx
>
> I wonder if Triumph is working on a Trophy that can beat that. The
> cockpit of the Daytona 675 has the same info, so they got that
> already... haven't heard any Trophy rumours yet though.
>
> Emile
> www.piloot.com <http://www.piloot.com>
>
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