Re: [ST] Another new member

["Jeremy Witt" <Jeremy@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Regarding aftermarket Sprint seats, I'm hoping at least some of you are
my 5'6" height (or shorter) and have had luck with aftermarket seats
(even if bar-risers were required).  

I purchased a used Mayer seat from another lister just in time for a VA
rally and the position it created for me caused me considerable back
pain over the 5 day ride.  Another lister is "loaning" me a set of Gen
Mars and while that makes the reach a lot happier, the Mayer seat is
still uncomfortable enough that I'm back to the stock seat.  I realize
(and have already priced) a Mayer rework will be required, but I'm
concerned I'm just too darn short armed for this bike and I might not
want to bother.  

Can I hear from short folks like me on seats and bars, please?    

TIA,
Jeremy Witt
Newbury Partners
www.newburypartners.com
(o) 603-893-3022
(c) 603-475-4228

-----Original Message-----
From: st-bounces@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
[mailto:st-bounces@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Todd J
Sent: Wednesday, June 20, 2007 9:55 AM
To: ST@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: Re: [ST] Another new member

Welcome. I will echo Dan. On my 01, I too snapped a foot peg and
replaced with a stock piece from the dealer. 
   
  I upgraded to a Sargent seat and love it. I have a Two Bros exhaust
that makes a wonderful sound esp above 7K on the tach. Suspension
upgrades are something many consider since there is limited
adjustability and the front end dives in hard braking. The panniers make
touring easy. And I am in the process of hard wiring my GPS to the bike.

   
  It is a great scoot and I have enjoyed every mile of it. Have a great
time. 
  Todd

Dan Wetherington <dnlwthrn@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
  Robert wrote:
> Hi,
> I am new to the list and have a few questions about Triumphs, namely
my 
> 2000 Sprint ST.
>
> Has anyone else broken a footpeg? My right footpeg is broken off at
the 
> outside screw. Any ideas what would be a good replacement?
>
> Any other upgrades I should know about? I loved the brake swap stories
about 
> using Busa brakes. Mine work fine, but would be nice to upgrade in the
event 
> mine start giving problems.
> 
Robert,
I broke my left footpeg a while ago, and ended up ordering a replacement

from the dealer (around $40US) as I wasn't sure if there were any 
aftermarket options. Mine snapped at one of the threaded holes for the 
rubber insert, and I couldn't quite get it to go back together with 
epoxy/JB Weld/etc. Being a cast piece, I wasn't comfortable welding it, 
so I just coughed up the $$.

Other upgrades? The seat, especially if you plan on long days in the 
saddle. Many people change the exhaust to open up the sweet sound, and 
there's always the "touring" options, like top box/luggage rack, grip 
heaters, different screen, and the like. The Sprint has great power, 
but if you want more, you could get this: http://www.boostisgood.com

I'd say just enjoy your ride!

Dan

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