Re: [ST] For Dave re Sprint vs S3

["Joel Ashman" <ashmite@xxxxxxxxx>]

Hey Bob,

I too am getting ready to lose the ST and get an 06-07 S3.  That's cool
about what you are attempting with the exhaust.  I can't wait to see pics.
I didn't notice any heat issues on my test ride, but I'll definately look
for them on my next.  I'm very interested in your progress as I don't really
like how the exhausts are placed, and would like to see them completely
under the seat.  It's a hard choice, but I'm almost willing to wait for the
potential 07 S3 675 because it might be shorter and lighter, and have a
better designed exhaust.

Also, check out this pack.  It sits over the seat and has an aluminum frame
to keep it from sagging, and is supposed to work on the 05-06 S3's

http://www.twistedthrottle.com/trade/productview/916/243/


Combine that with one of the SW-MOTECH tank bag systems, and you are good to
go!  That is certainly my plan!

Keep us updated on your progress!

--Joel

On 6/14/06, Bob Floyd <monobldg@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
>
> Hey Dave. In case you're interested--just traded my 01 RS for a (new) 05
> Speed Triple and am ecstatic!
>
> I'm coming from 35 years or so of dirt bikes so I might be a little
> biased, but this thing runs circles around the RS. And I mean no disrespect
> to the RS, the S3 is just that good. Better/stronger motor, solid as a rock
> in all situations, turns like its on rails, every bit as comfortable.....I'm
> in heaven! It is taller than the RS and I've only got about a 30" inseam so
> I'm on tiptoes at stops, but the height disappears as soon as you pick your
> feet up.
>
> My only real complaint was that the incredible heat generated by the stock
> exhaust (and no doubt the Triumph "race" cans) made it impossible to use
> soft panniers, which makes sport/touring a challenge. I'm solving the
> problem by designing my own exhaust. In a former life I built pipes for the
> company that later became Kirker. So I figure, why not? Mine will simplify
> the tail pipe section to even out the flow, tuck the mufflers in better,
> sound and perform better, and run much cooler. I'm pretty well along on the
> R & D and will probably have the first prototype ready in a week or so. If
> it all works out (and anyone's interested) I'll probably try to sell some.
> So if anyone is considering the same issue, drop me a line and I'll send you
> a picture when I finish.
>
> But anyway Dave, the S3 totally rocks my world--for whatever that's worth
> to you.
>
> Bob Floyd
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