I sold my KTM 640 and am looking at a 04 995 very seriously. I plan on riding it this week but am wondering about a couple of items. Is there no adjustability in the front forks at all?? Are spring upgrades recommended if this is the case? How about the rear shock, any adjustability there? The bike has 18k on it, what should I be looking at closely for problems? I have heard head bearings may be suspect. I have been all over the map on what bike I want to get. I have always loved the Triumphs but thought it would be out of my price range. I was looking at v stroms very seriously but the Tiger seems to be a better bike all around. Touring, some dirt and 2 up riding are what we are looking at. ANy advice would be great.
P.S. Like an idiot I put my name in where I should have put my user name in. (Long day at work) How can I change it?
Thanks, Mike
What username would you like?
There is no adjustability for the front suspension, although improvements can be made with thicker oil, and some folks like to add a one-inch spacer to increase preload. Cartridge emulators are also a popular option for folks trying to get the most out of their forks. Springs are personal preference. Some riders like progressives, some don't.
The rear is externally adjustable for preload. Unfortunately, the rear shock is welded together and is not rebuildable.
Sasquatch is our resident suspension guru. He has built lots of suspensions for members here, and scads more for riders of other bikes as well.
Stretch, it looks like you have the tourtech skidpate, where did you get the road pegs? Nice ride.
Thanks. I built the skidplate and the pegs. I like to tinker.
Me too, I'm an Aircraft mechanic so I have the advantage of having all the stuff at work to use. Nice to have shears and metal brakes at your disposal. Although I do sheet metal so rarely anymore it would take a while for me to build anything big (and some extra metal). It is fun though. A couple of my friends are real artists. It is becoming a lost art.
I, on the other hand, do not have access to metal shears and brakes. I cut out all the pieces with a jig saw, clamped them to the skidplate frame with Cleco clamps and MIG'ed it all together. It's slow, but I do what I can. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v638/Stretch67/cheeky-smiley-025.gif)
Quote from: "Cleaverid"P.S. Like an idiot I put my name in where I should have put my user name in. (Long day at work) How can I change it?
Thanks, Mike
Stretch or I can change your userid. Just PM either of us with the userid you want it changed to.
Geof
Got 'im already.
Quote from: "Cleaverid"The bike has 18k on it, what should I be looking at closely for problems?
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Quote from: "Stretch"Quote from: "Cleaverid"The bike has 18k on it, what should I be looking at closely for problems?
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Read that one already, nothing too terrible there. It really comes down to how I like the handeling and the power., I started the bike up but didn't have my riding gear with me so I'll take her for a spin tomorrow and report on the findings. Nice work with the Skid plate using what you had. A break can only do so much with the complex bends on your plate. Cutting and welding would have to be done. For what they want for the Tourtech, you could start a small buisness...........
I suspect you'll be impressed with the smooth power of the 955 triple. Compared to many other bikes, it's like a 100-hp electric motor, but with a cool snarl when they get spooled up. With a sporty muffler, I think they sound a lot like a hopped-up Datsun 280Z.
As for the skidplate, it's been suggested, but with the amount of work I have in that thing, I'd have to charge a lot more than the $360 Touratech wants for theirs.
Quote from: "Cleaverid"Stretch, it looks like you have the tourtech skidpate, where did you get the road pegs? Nice ride.
It is a nice ride. Ask Stretch how he opens his garage door.
I'm just nosing around as usual, read this thread and thought......Oh go on then ......Stretch how do you open the garage door.
I think I will regret asking :roll:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v638/Stretch67/naughty.gif)
http://tigertriple.com/forum/index.php/topic,4292 (http://tigertriple.com/forum/index.php/topic,4292)
Stretch
That is cool.
I thought it was going to be a funny story rather than a practical solution.
May consider similar when I electrify the doors.. Now there's a thought... should I tell the wife :evil:
Quote from: StretchI suspect you'll be impressed with the smooth power of the 955 triple. Compared to many other bikes, it's like a 100-hp electric motor, but with a cool snarl when they get spooled up. With a sporty muffler, I think they sound a lot like a hopped-up Datsun 280Z.
My sentiments exactly. Just back from the test ride. Great bike, smooth as silk. Lots of power but very tractable. I think the DL1000 would be a serious handfull in the dirt but the Tiger is docile. It pulls evenly from 20 in 6th gear. Throttle is not too sesitive to inputs like the bigger Strom also. Good brakes, not a lot of feel though but excellent anyway. The wind buffeting was a little high but nothing a Cee Baily windscreen won't fix. Idle was a little lumpy but I suppose that is the nature of the engine and it gives it personality. Is exhaust popping on decel normal also? I assume so but I better check. I was very impressed, so much so I put the deposit down and pick her up next Tuesday. I am so glad I checked this forum and "chatted" with you folks. I may have made the mistake of buying a V Strom instead. (Not that they are a bad bike by any means.) But the Tiger is better. I think I did well on the price too. Thanks so much and looking FWD to further discussions.
Cleaver
P.S. Who sells a reasonable pipe?
Popping on Decel is normal, they all do it, a sports pipe makes it more noticeable.
Triumph do a pipe, Arrow, Tor and Staintune are the makes I have heard of.
Arrow make Triumphs own pipe. You will need a re map to make the best use of the pipe change.
Quote from: "Cleaverid"...Idle was a little lumpy but I suppose that is the nature of the engine and it gives it personality. Is exhaust popping on decel normal also? I assume so but I better check.
Cleaver
P.S. Who sells a reasonable pipe?
Idle is a little lumpy... completely normal
Popping on decel... completely normal (more pronounced with aftermarket cans)
A few pipes to choose from... I recommend TOR as they look stock (less hassle from cops), but sound awesome in mid to high rpm. With the factory retune and TOR can, you are looking at more horsepower (7-10 hp) and a very noticeable improvement in low to mid range powah.
Here's how mine sounds: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jr6fvNAfW-0 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jr6fvNAfW-0)
*Check to see you have the metal fuel connectors. My 2005 model had the plastic connectors. Easy to replace and worth the effort.
Oh, and congrats on the purchase!
The Kurgan,
Nice sounding pipe. Can the dealer do the remap or do I need a power commander also? I see you went with frame sliders instead of crash bars, where did you buy those from? Twisted throttle? I think crash bars or sliders and a taller windscreen will be first, that way I can get used to the new bike and then really appreciate the extra power later.
Quote from: "Cleaverid"The Kurgan,
Nice sounding pipe. Can the dealer do the remap or do I need a power commander also? I see you went with frame sliders instead of crash bars, where did you buy those from? Twisted throttle? I think crash bars or sliders and a taller windscreen will be first, that way I can get used to the new bike and then really appreciate the extra power later.
Its a dealer remap. 5 minutes and you're good to go. My dealer did my remap for free, but I also bought my bike from them. A remap is essential. It gives more power and almost no reduction in mpg.
I bought the R&G crash protectors from a local distributor. I do mainly street riding, so the crash protectors are ideal and
much lighter. If you do more off-road riding, crash bars will likely offer more protection. I prefer the looks of the bobbins... but its all pesonal preference. Whatever you decide on, don't chinze-out on crash protection -- buy the good stuff. Shop around, Twistedthrottle isn't the only source, and definitely not the cheapest. BTW, the tank alone is over $900 USD to replace!
I like the stock windscreen. I find that taller windscreens move the wind blast to my face! And, you don't want a BIG A$$ windscreen on a Tiger... looks like a plexi-glass wall -- and not very aeordynamic. :lol:
Quote from: "John Stenhouse"You will need a re map to make the best use of the pipe change.
In fact I would mention that even if you don't spring for a TOR or other pipe and keep the restricted stocker on, get the TOR map copied to your ECU. With the stock pipe, the TOR map makes the bike run cooler, get slightly better gas milage, and it cures a few flat spots in the powerband.
Geof
I'm thinking the blueflame dual outlet may be the one I look at, but not for a bit. (Don't want to piss off the wife right away) Thanks for the info on the tune, I'll get that done soon. (Weather permitting) I hope I get to go riding soon. I pick the bike up Sunday and it is supposed to snow from tomorrow through next Tuesday. If you are having a drought, I'll come over and buy a bike so the weather can change for you.
Here's my Blue Flame twin port .(EVO-3)..will give you an idea what they look like
(http://i403.photobucket.com/albums/pp120/spratie/2008_1031tiger0028.jpg)
Cleaverid....
I have an aftermarket pipe from my '06 Tiger.
It is referred to as the ROTle pipe. Made for Riders of the Lost Empire
(Brit bike group here in USA ). The thing pops about 11% increase in hp;
weighs probably 1/2 of the OEM TOR; Absolutely warm to the touch after a day of riding ... not HOT; Made of polished stainless steel; NO RIVETS,
all welded.
Narley sound! Wick the throttle and the thing simply 'humms' in pitch. No highway drone noise. Low speed very throaty...
They currently sell at $499; I'll take $300. Like new.
I can send pic if you send e-mail addy to me:
ridergroup@cox.net
Here are pics of the new ride chillin in the garage.
Clean bike, clean garage..... how sic!
Sexaaayyy! 1050 handguards?
Garage is still not broken in yet, we moved into the new house @ 4 months ago. We went from a 2 car garage to a 5 car. SWEET! :D :D
I'm not sure on the handguards where they came from. I got the bike at the Harley dealer and didn't get to talk with the bike's former owner. It was well cared for though.