Welcome to the group, friend...don't let any nonsense from those so-called reviewers throw you off...overall the Triumph machines are well-designed and well made...not to mention absolutely phenomenal good looks! Like any machine, of course, there are occassional glitches and failures, but these are not commonplace. To the point in question, the brakes are more than adequate. The front brake is not crisp, and feels a bit spongy, but overall has good stopping power, especially when combined with the rear brake. I agree that the sintered pads and stainless brake line would improve the feel and performance, and I personally intend to do this...but as a matter of preference, rather than necessity. Buy your Triumph, ride it, enjoy it...you'll come to love it...and oh, btw...don't listen to certain individuals in this forum (who shall be nameless for the time being...but they WILL appear unto you!) who will try to persuade you that...ahem...red is faster, black is faster, speedmasters are better...and other such schlock...buy a speedy, or buy an america in the color that you like and ride on, brother...
