Re: [ST] July Rider

["STeve Duncan" <xhippy@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

> From: Erik Astrup <erikastrup@xxxxxxxxx>
>
> When I test rode the new 05, the onboard computer told me I was getting 54
> mpg when I
> was at constant throttle on the freeway. I noticed that the "overall MPG"
> was reading 36.
> The bike had only 470 miles on it at the time.
>  Is "Rider" a US magazine? I can't seem to find it mentioned on the web 
> and
> I can't say
> I recall seeing it in stores.


Erik, it is a U.S. mag. but it is not sold in stores.  Subscription only.

I read the article last night as well.  Mileage had me scratching my head as 
well.  They also said the seating position was "more" sporty than the 
previous model.  I've sat on the new bike at the shop and it certianly did 
not feel that way to me.

Lighting seems to be much improved over the old bikes.  That would be a 
welcome upgrade.  And the new instruments seem much more functional.  Wow!  
A trip computer, what a concept.

Of course they are still bitchin about the lack of adjustability in the 
suspension.  Still preload only on the front forks.  You would think Triumph 
should have gotten the message.  Don't they listen?


eL Donut
jinete en la tormenta

STeve Duncan
'00-Sprint-ST
'96-DR350S


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