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I currently own a 2007 Speedy, but have owned a triumph twin since 2004 when I bought a green America. Absolutely love the Speedy and will not sell it, I also own a 2008 Harley Fatbob, amazing bike I highly recommend it! Will not sell it either! I am considering a third bike (am I obsessed or what) this bike will not be a primary bike, just a compliment to the stable, the 4 bikes are, Triumph Daytona, triumph Tiger, Yamaha Fz1 and a Kawasaki Versys, I used to own a Versys and did enjoy the parallel twins torque, any thoughts?
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I really like the look of the FatBob, very nice looking bike! Something about the big front tire I like a lot.
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I´ll take the new Tiger, that is what i would have as a second bike if i buy one.
Love the grey and also the white color.
They are a blast to ride and probably a great touring bike that also would do fine in the backroads.
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Instead of a Daytona, how about this?  675 Street Triple with Arrow Exhaust. 
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I would go for the daytona or the versy
Life need a little Triumph!
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Yeah the Street Triple is a contender!
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I'd go the Tiger or Sprint ST to have a sport tourer in addition to the cruisers. You may end up wanting to travel on it. If I get another, it will be one of those two. I won't give up my America ever - at least that's the way I feel now.
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Tigre's are the bomb-one test ride and you'll know.
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Tiger. great all rounder.
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If you can still fold your body up the Daytona, if you need to stretch out a bit, the Tiger...
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Another vote for the Tiger. The SM & Fat Bob are both great bikes. The Tiger will be in good company.
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Instead of a Daytona, how about this?
675 Street Triple with Arrow Exhaust.
I'll second that drool there, Brian! Now THAT little puppy would be a BLAST to ride, especially on twisty mountain roads.
However, if Mark would be into any "adventure touring" at all, then I'd have to suggest, like a few of the other guys here, that the bigger Tiger would be his "better" choice instead.
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This is the Grey Tiger  <-------- and this is me........ Johann 
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You can't decide on a third bike!  You poor guy where’s my tissues? Partly joking and partly freaking jealous! If were to get a second ride(forget about a third) I would get a Street Triple RS 
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Have you considered a used bike? Thunderbird Sport.  
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I'd go the Tiger or Sprint ST to have a sport tourer in addition to the cruisers. You may end up wanting to travel on it. If I get another, it will be one of those two. I won't give up my America ever - at least that's the way I feel now.
On the $. Could use a bagger maybe?
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I have an 06 Tiger, 02 TBA, 06 Scrambler and a 99 bandit
The tiger is the only bike I ride anymore because it is truly freaking amazing
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That V twin picture is blinding me
make the bad man stop
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I have (or had) three of your choices...a Speedie, Tiger 1050, and Daytona 675 SE.
All three are great, but totally different in character.
The Daytona will be the least comfortable...except at speed. It's just plain stupid fast. Redline, redline, redline! If you have a hankering for a track day...this is the bike to choose.
The Tiger has great power and comfort. Nice for a long haul. Great sport tourer. Biggest beef is the buffeting. many have tries numerous screen types to no avail. Being a tall bike is tough for some as well. Great bike, though. Good for two up and for carrying stuff.
I currently am a speed and power junky...that's why I have both the Tiger and Daytona.
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Ok, I have deleted the FZ-1 and replaced it with the Harley XR1200. I still love the Versys, it won MOTY in 2007! Only reason I sold it was to buy a house. I really don't NEED a 3rd bike, but with two cruisers I feel I'm missing out on a good standard (naked) bike or a good Sport bike (never owned one). I have a small beer belly, don't even know if I would "fit" on a Daytona! But I am lusting over 1, the new XR1200 is just cool IMHO. Maybe I'll just concentrate on paying for my daughters college and put a 3rd bike on the back burner. wish I could rent a Daytona and see if I could fit with it 
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Hey Brad, do you still have your Speedy?
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I have a white speed triple that I would like to sell. Sounds like the perfect bike for you!!!!! But if I was to pick from you list I think I would go with the Tiger too. Especially if you were going to do some long distance. Comfortable and has a sweet 1050 engine...hmmm what other bike has a sweet 1050 engine?
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Hey Brad, do you still have your Speedy?
I sold it to my brother-in-law. He was in need of a bike at the time. I'm thinking of buying it back and doing everything up in black...chromophobe.
I think the Daytona accomodates all shapes and sizes. You can ping the folks at triumph675.com for the various body shapes. Good crew there. No squids.
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Tiger 1050, or if you have the $ BMW R1200GS.
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Ok, I have deleted the FZ-1 and replaced it with the Harley XR1200. I still love the Versys, it won MOTY in 2007! Only reason I sold it was to buy a house. I really don't NEED a 3rd bike, but with two cruisers I feel I'm missing out on a good standard (naked) bike or a good Sport bike (never owned one). I have a small beer belly, don't even know if I would "fit" on a Daytona! But I am lusting over 1, the new XR1200 is just cool IMHO. Maybe I'll just concentrate on paying for my daughters college and put a 3rd bike on the back burner.
 I CAN'T believe what I just read there, Mark!!! What the heck is WRONG with you??? 
Here you've just mentioned yet ANOTHER cool bike to consider...that XR1200, and yet NOW you're talkin' about your daughter's college fund???!!! Come on, there HAS to be a friggin' Red Cross blood bank near her campus somewhere, RIGHT?! And not only THAT, but some of those pole dancers rake in TONS o' money, dollar bill by dollar bill!(at least that's what "I've heard" anyway  )
So, DON'T coddle that kid o' yours and take away her "self-initiative", DUDE! We're talkin' coola$$ MOTORCYCLES here!!!
(man...some of you guys around here just don't seem to have your priorities straight if ya ask me!!!) 
Yep! Just like a good Single Malt Scotch, you might call me "an acquired taste" TOO.(among the many OTHER things you may care to call me, of course)
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Oooo. I like that gray tiger, maybe even better then the '07 electric blue. It is the 2010 Special Edition. Maybe my next bike. 
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Dwight I love your wit, although its an acquired taste, hehe
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^^That is such a sweet looking bike.
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Yeah...I just don't think I could do blazing orange. Although there is an 08 leftover orange Tiger with just a few miles miles on E-bay at a dealer in Hagerstown, MD. for buy it now of $8900. Not a bad deal.
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I've got an 07 tiger. Almost bought an FZ6. The FZ1 is a great great bike. It makes a pretty good sport tourer too.
To me it seems the XR is kinda close to what you've already got. The Versys is a cool bike, and if I was going to have one bike (and couldn't afford my tiger) I'd consider it, but any one of those other bikes is going to be WAY more fun.
If you want a sport bike, get the daytona (Check out the ltd ed white with blue powder coated frame, gorgeous).
Other wise, I'd go Tiger or Fazer. Which ever fits you better.
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Tiger 1050 SE gets my vote...warning...you may end up riding it most. Versys owners really like it but I found it a bit boring, especially compared to the Tiger. Don't know anything about the FZ1 so can't comment. Also, the Triumph Speed or Street Triples would get my 2nd vote!
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