Re: Red Rose - my new Triumph Street Triple 675 RED!

Did you face any stalling issues?if so what's the solution you're following?.

Re: Red Rose - my new Triumph Street Triple 675 RED!

Hi Kamlesh,

I have never faced stalling issues till now - did see symptoms sometimes but it didn't manifest into actual problem (thank God!!). Quite a few are like me who haven't faced and a significantly larger number have faced it. Haven't yet heard any of this issue on new Street S and RS models but better to wait for people to do at least 5-6000 km and then only we can conclude.

Following few simple things should help:
a) As soon as you face stalling, please do report it to Triumph service centre. Also it would be good to write it on email to Triumph Pune about it clearly describing the issue. Better to share any video evidence with them.
b) If you are within warranty (first 2 years) then every 5000 km once they will do Throttle Body cleaning and air filter replacement for you. With this kind of care, mostly nobody faces stalling. After 2 years, I don't know what is their way of handling this issue.
c) Try to buy fuel from relatively well known outlets. If possible, stick to Shell V Power, Bharat Petroleum Speed or HP Power variants of petrol. Occasionally filling any other normal petrol doesn't do any harm as such but continuous usage of poor fuel can also result in stalling.
d) In general if you are frequently using bike (say at least 3-4 times a week including one weekend ride) then you are unlikely to face too many issues. Bikes which are very heavily used in dusty environments OR ones which are very less used can both face various issues compared to a regularly used and well cared bike.

Hope this helps.

Regards,
Jeevan

Re: Red Rose - my new Triumph Street Triple 675 RED!

Thanks a lot

Re: Red Rose - my new Triumph Street Triple 675 RED!

Welcome!

BTW, an update:

I have added Triumph official QUICK SHIFTER to my bike and initial impression is quite good! It works pretty smooth and quick beyond 3-3500 RPM.

Will try it for few days and then provide detail update on this...

LATEST UPDATE:

I am seeing symptoms of stalling (from 12th Dec 2017!) on my bike while it hasn't stalled yet. This happened in the past about a year ago but didn't face actual stalling. Will wait and watch...

Re: Red Rose - my new Triumph Street Triple 675 RED!

Today's update:

After a long time usage, I have observed stalling for the first time in my bike.

Thankfully I already had booked an appointment at Pune service centre and it should be a fairly straightforward fix by doing Throttle Body Cleaning + Air Filter Cleaning + Stepper Motor Adjustment.

Have observed this only during peak traffic where I have to frequently start/stop and engine heat indicator shows temperature up to 6 bars.

I made sure following are NOT reasons of stalling

a) Low fuel quality - No, because I am using Shell V Power for 90% or more times and last many fills I have done at Shell Hinjewadi where I have been filling for last 2+ years for my Street Triple an also prior to that for 3.5 years for my Duke 200.
b) Mistakes in operating clutch - No, because I am able to reproduce the problem even when the bike is standing in my parking lot on neutral gear and no clutch is used at all
c) Engine overheating - No, temperature is consistently at 6 bars on the indicator but never more than that - I have operated same bike in same traffic on same route across all seasons and it runs similar temperature always so this problem is totally new on my bike.

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Please see my update - I did observe the issue today.

Please check this:

Re: Red Rose - my new Triumph Street Triple 675 RED!

The stalling issue in other triples are frequent ones.but for you it's not.so of you do the throttle body cleaning, filter cleaning etcs and maintain the bike as you do regularly then the stalling issue won't be a frequent one for you.

Re: Red Rose - my new Triumph Street Triple 675 RED!

Hi Jeevan,
Sorry to hear about the stalling problem on your bike.

Check this article from Visordown.



Hope things get sorted out soonest.

Cheers

Re: Red Rose - my new Triumph Street Triple 675 RED!

Hi jeevan any updates on the stalling????

Re: Red Rose - my new Triumph Street Triple 675 RED!

Stalling got resolved after getting Throttle Body Cleaning, Air Filter Cleaning and Stepper motor adaptation done. However, now that will become a ritual to be done after roughly 5000 km/ 6 months - I will keep a watch and let you know if this happens again. In 27 months this was first real instance of stalling for me...Let's see.

If one is conscious of this phenomenon, one can definitely manage to ride with minor wrist adjustment when idle RPM drops too low and prevent bike from stalling.

There is also an option of Manual Idler (unlike stepper motor based idler, manual idler will always maintain a fixed flow of petrol which can totally avoid stalling - quite a few people are using this option - it is available as an accessory from Triumph for Daytona but it fits Street Triple also).

I will take a decision about manual idler if I face this repeatedly.

Re: Red Rose - my new Triumph Street Triple 675 RED!

Slight OT, I'm yet to see any posts on the street triple 765 S and RS versions respectively?

Re: Red Rose - my new Triumph Street Triple 675 RED!

I have taken brief ride of Street Triple S and haven't got my hands on Street RS yet.
Street S 765 is surely smoother than my Street 675. First two gears seem shorter and popping wheelies is easier. But it isn't too much ahead of Street 675. In fact, a spirited rider on 675 version might even beat 765S rider if the other guy is not equally charged up. Note that I am referring to 675 version with some modifications like Arrow Exhaust+EU Remap for the ECU+EU spec intake transition.

RS is a better choice despite higher price due to much higher power and far better electronics as well as hardware..

However, recent CKD price rise has been a spoiler. Currently the prices have gone up too much (S around 11.2-11.3 and RS is around 13.4-13.5 I think) and for anybody already having a Street 675, the upgrade is not looking attractive.

If you are coming from say D390, Ninja300, Ninja650 etc, then Street Triple RS is definitely a good choice even now. Kawasaki Z900 is another good choice but it doesn't have same levels of safety features, performance and sweet handling. But for price conscious, it does give a pretty good option.

Kawasaki service was nothing to write home about - I haven't got any feedback recently so don't know if it improved by now. Triumph (at least in Pune) remains relatively good among all imported brands (I heard that Harley Davidson is also good in service - but I am not interested in that category).

One Important Update:
Over last 1 year, one by one my Cyclops LED headlight bulbs got fused (low beam stopped working for 1 bulb after about 6 months of use while same happened to other bulb after about 10-11 months). I was somewhat worried as these were very high priced bulbs (Rs 6000 each at that time when I bought) and were not expected to give up so soon.

To my delight, the seller (Harshal of Biking Superstore, Balewadi) was super helpful. He took the photos/videos of the problematic bulbs and got them replaced one by one as and when I faced this issue. It did take a week or two to get replacements but not a problem - it was peace of mind.

He is highly trustworthy in my opinion and I have bought lots of stuff from him due to his good service and friendly attitude. He is also running a dealership of UM brand of motorcycles at the same place.

Re: Red Rose - my new Triumph Street Triple 675 RED!

I'm riding from a cbr 250r, soo the striple felt very manageable riding in city and In some traffic. Very flickable. Obviously your 675 despite being restricted, with mods, shouldn't be more than 10 BHP than the S model if I am not wrong? I share your view on kawasakis service and the spare part availability. I am yet to test ride the Z900, will do it but it's a good 1 and half lakhs lesser than the S. The another bike I'm waiting for the not very known Suzuki GSX - S750, which has a detuned version of the GSXR 750 engine which produces 112. 6 ps of power, very similar to the striple S but is coming in as CKD and will be around the 8-9 lakh territory with the Z900 but despite being a bit down on power, offers a very nice electronic package with three stage traction control and all, and a few more things worth considering.

Re: Red Rose - my new Triumph Street Triple 675 RED!

Hey, my 675 isn't restricted at all - it is equivalent to Euro spec 675cc Street Triple and due to that there is not a major difference in 765S vs 675 version.
Suzuki/Kawasaki do provide you cheaper bikes but the main concern is some of the things are compromised obviously.
1) Heavy weight of the steel chassis compared to Alloy chassis of Street Triple which remains lightest bike in its class
2) Rubber pipelines for the brakes instead of steel braided pipelines - this makes a significant difference in how Suzuki/Kawasaki brakes feel compared to Street Triple which has steel braided pipelines. I don't understand why they would skip this as even KTM Duke 200 comes with steel braided pipes! So surely 8-10 lakh category bikes have to come with that!
3) Tyres - Street Triple comes with Pirelli Rosso Corsa and that can't be matched by standard Dunlop tyres on Kawasaki (remains to be seen which tyre Suzuki will provide).
4) Kawasaki even lacks traction control.
5) I don't know about Suzuki service - share if you know about it...Rather than that, Triumph service is a known factor!
While recent prices have affected the case of Street Triple 765 S, it is the 765 RS which remains top pick despite high price.

Re: Red Rose - my new Triumph Street Triple 675 RED!

Well the striple really impressed me regardless, still waiting on Suzuki tho, I know it's a whole lot heavier and a inline 4,pricing and cost of spares will be the key, both bikes offer a great electronics package, albeit Suzuki offering more for the buck, but the striple is a much more manageable bike in real life, I am not considering the Z900 because of their service costs and spares, and I have a affiliation with the top officials of Suzuki soo that's one of the pressing points to consider it as well. Time will tell how it is priced and will see the initial ownership before considering one, probably mid next year if all things go to plan.

Triumph Street Triple 765 5000km review

5000 km Review


Riding Experience for the 5k kms


Clocked 5000km on the odo the other day does not seem much right ? after one year yes time flies.


The bike has done city traffic for occasional office rides, most of miles have been on weekend highway rides. It can keep up with slow moving traffic and on an open stretch can make your hair stand at its end. But the best part is it plasters a smile every time I take it out for a spin.


Just last week got the second servicing done one year or 10000km whichever is earlier, further reviews are mentioned below


Among the major modifications is the Yoshimura exhaust. Did not get much positive reviews for the Arrow. In my opinion a loud exhaust saves lives on road, it definitely makes the other motorists aware of your presence, but that does not mean they will give you way.


The stock exhaust is silent and stock horn is of no use, The after market exhaust just the slip on with no ECU mapping did wonders with the bike handling, exhaust note and made me more confident on the road.




What has worked well so far ;


Tyres:
Stock tyres - Pirelli compliments the bike perfectly well and I am more and more convinced for for pirelli again when the stock tyres need to be replaced.




Brakes:
There are may who would swear by Brembo brakes, but the Nissan in front and Brembo for the rear are a perfect set. There are no qualms on the braking, The brakes compliment to the speed and weight of the bike. Never has the bike made me nervous while braking.


I also got the brake pads checked while servicing and rear brake pads are as good as new, while the front may last another 2500- 3000 kms.


The brake pad costs are also a major expense that needs to be accounted for every 8000km depending on how aggressive the rider is.




ABS/Traction Control:
The ABS and traction control works wonders for an amateur and adds lot to safety.
Riding bike on straights is everyones game, it takes a skilled rider to realise the bikes potential on corners. I know I have made so many mistakes -

1. Pulling clutch on corners
2. Trail braking too late on the corners
3. accelerating early when exiting from corners

The bike is forgiving and covers the riders mistake to a large extent. And thats what has been putting smiles ..




Servicing cost:


800 km servicing cost -
Rs 4,477/- for oil change, oil filter, washer sealing and labour


1 year/10000km servicing cost
Rs 6741/- for oil change, and oil filter, washer sealing and labour . This includes a 15% discount on labour that Triumph runs prior to monsoon every year.






Accessories:


Fork Protector - Triumph Fork protector Rs 2100/-




Frame Sliders - Triumph frame slider Rs 7997/-




Radiator guard - R&G Radiator guard - 57 Pounds, 22 pounds for shipping and paid another Rs 3300/- to customs (was an expensive affair)




Engine cover - Triumph Engine Cover - Rs 8951/-






Mods - Stock Arrow vs Yoshimura


Arrow exhaust for the streep triple 765 has been a major disappointment. Unlike the 675 model where the Arrow turned it to full European spec and also the exhaust note was lovely. Arrow for the Street triple 765 is not offering much difference over the stock exhaust and with 111 bhp already available to the stock installing arrow does not make any difference.


With some youtube research zeroed on to the Yoshimura exhaust. Fortunately got an opportunity to travel to US for office work. Picked up the Yoshimura exhaust for USD 586 includes $20 for local address shipping and $44 local taxes.


For around 500km rode the bike with Yoshimura without the DB killer, the exhaust note was amazing but on the louder side. On long stretches the sound tends to get on you. Have installed the DB killer and the sound is more throatier and exhaust note is not loud and is music at both low and high revs. Will try to post a link to the video with Yoshimura + DB killer.




What has not worked - ok so not everything is goody good with street triple. ADVs are more rugged and can withstand the harshest of Indian roads but have a less sporty feature. Though have seen skill riders dragging knees on ADVs.


A super sport is a dedicated bike and needs your one 100% attention every time you ride. Comparatively street naked can be moulded for occasional track day, can keep up with super sport.


Low ground clearance : the only drawback of street triple is its low ground clearance. Over the past 5000km I must have scrapped the bottom at least a dozen times at speed bumps. You need to be extra careful when approaching speed bump and have to manoeuvre the bike gently, like offering flower at a temple, like handling a six month old baby. The oil sump at the bottom is not something you want to be even remotely damaged.




Upcoming costs - living with the bike


Insurance : Zero depreciation insurance can be renewed for the first three years, though there are few insurance companies offering zero depreciation beyond the 3 years. Insurance for the first year cost Rs 20,500/- . I am yet to renew the insurance, quote shared by the showroom estimates the second year renewal at Rs 17,000/- online renewal may cost even less.






Tyres : The stock tyres - Pirelli are awesome and you should set aside Rs 25,000 to Rs 30,000 for every 8000 to 10000 kms for a new set.


Infact if you want to good deal, one should start the search for a new set well in advance, check with local dealers, check on Amazon, or plan with fellow riders so you can engage in a group bargain.




Fuel: Kitna deti hai. A typical weekend ride of 250 - 300 km on a highway with some twists would need a tankfull. With the fluctuating fuel prices you may estimate based on the current prices but roughly that is around Rs 1000 for a weekend ride


Chain Lube: Typically every 500 kms the chain needs to be lubed. Chain cleaning can be limited to every 2000km or depending upon the condition of the chain if you see too much dirt accumulated chain clean is recommended. However too much of chain cleaning leaves the chain dry and prone to rust.
A chain clean and lube will cost Rs 900/-approx and will last 5 - 7 uses.