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  1. M

    Cycle World Feb 2011

    The gen1(05 w/abs) I am looking at has tons of extras already in place, such as the top box, heated grips ect. Why would I compare the Sprint to the FJR, because in my view they serve the same general purpose in a very comparable package. As far as price goes these are Canadian $.As far as...
  2. M

    Cycle World Feb 2011

    So I have been working on aquiring a sport touring bike. I was debating the ST1300 or FJR. I actually checked out the Sprint GT at the local Triumph shop. Very nice, but... When I compare the two I note the following weight(wet)- Sprint about 590, FJR(gen1) about 600(so I read) drive line...
  3. M

    Should I stay away from the 1st gen?

    Now, you have to remember this Canada...prices are high. Anyways he is looking for $7500(CAN$). A comparable in Tacoma (minus ABS and the trunk)would be about $6000. But it is a hassle to bring it over the border. Not to mention it would cost me $200 just to go look at a bike on the mainland...
  4. M

    Should I stay away from the 1st gen?

    So, to update this thread, I have made an appointment to view the Gen 1 that is located in my hometown. It is the right price and has the following goodies- - 37,000 KMS - ABS - Corbin seat as well as stock - 3/4” Heli bar risers - OEM heated grips - Extra set of carbon mirrors - New back...
  5. M

    Should I stay away from the 1st gen?

    As I said in my intro I am considering an upgrade to the FJR or the St1300. After checking things out I am leaning toward the FJR. They are certainly better priced than the ST, especially the early years. However, I have been doing a lot of reading about the valve tick issue. I know it is...
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