I'm looking seriously at getting either a TBA or a Speedmaster. They're uncommon around these parts, and the dealer is 40 miles or so south. I'm also looking to get something used, and I've found a nice Red/Blk 04 SM in the region, as well as a Grn/Slv TBA. My question is how well someone of my physical dimensions and mass will enjoy the bike. I'm just shy of 6'2" and near enough to 300lbs to round up. I'm pretty broad, but have a long torso and a wide wingspan, but a short-ish inseam.
My last bike was an 00 Aero 1100, which was a nice fit. It was underpowered for an 1100, being an unbalanced single-pin, but it was a long sucker (66.5in wheelbase), so I fit it very well. I sold it because of the engine, sad but true. At revs, with a Corbin Hollywood Solo, the world was a blur from vibration. Prior to that I had a 98 Virago 1100, which was a nice bike, but a bit short and kinda goofy in this modern era.
The TBA and SM have a nice long wheelbase, which I like, and some of the best cruiser styling added, but with a whole lot of the unique Triumph flavor.
I am not a speed demon, and the bike will be a city, backroad and highway cruiser mostly. I am at altitude, so I know that those 790ccs are going to have their work cut out, but the bike is also 150lbs or so lighter than the more torquey Aero, which makes up for a lot.
Can anyone give me any input on how well I'll fit on this bike, how my mass will affect power deliver, and how well it suits my size. Pictures are encouraged. Thanks.
