I thought I?d share a few impressions of the Triumph Trophy SE based on 8 days of ownership and approximately 700 miles.
First, I have to say that during 3 years of ownership I found the NT to be a really, really good bike. It did all that I asked of it. That said, the Trophy SE is a magnificent piece of engineering and production! A great deal of thought went into it, even the smallest details. Then they built it correctly.
The ergonomics are almost right for me. I?d prefer an inch lower seat height and a little less weight, but that small tradeoff is worth it for the ride. I did about 200 miles on Friday and it didn?t phase me. Getting off the bike I felt just as rested and refreshed as when I got on. There was no fatigue. Some of the that was due to the cruise control. It?s significantly better than that one in my car. Set a speed and that?s what you go. No faster, no slower. Before I didn?t see the big deal about cruise control, now I do.
It handles like a sport bike. As good as the NT. Effortless. I haven?t done much low speed, tight-quarters work and therefore I?m a bit intimidated by the weight. I?m sure that it will improve as I have more opportunities to practice.
The power is intoxicating. Traveling at 65 mph in sixth gear, as you roll on the throttle you?re at 90 mph before you know it. I was truly surprised by the acceleration. You can pass anything at any time. Until I get my top box I?m afraid I?ll dump Suzie off the back when I accelerate. I?m still in the break-in period so I haven?t pushed it. There?s a lot torque, so it will respond well at slow speed in virtually any gear.
The latches on the panniers work, ?nuff said. Each holds a full face helmet. A turn of the key and they come right off. You can take them in the motel (or tent) at night if you choose.
The fairing is massive and the powered wind screen is adjustable on the fly. You can have a little air flow if you like, or you can have virtual silence. The bike is ready for heated grips and seats but both are extras. I?ve ordered the heated grips and should have them on the bike next week. Between the fairing, windscreen and heated grips my season should be extended a few weeks this fall and start a bit earlier in the spring.
The radio is standard and comes with Sirius/XM. The sales man didn?t have my manual for some reason so I finally got it yesterday. I know how to turn it on so far but I haven?t really tried to use it.
First, I have to say that during 3 years of ownership I found the NT to be a really, really good bike. It did all that I asked of it. That said, the Trophy SE is a magnificent piece of engineering and production! A great deal of thought went into it, even the smallest details. Then they built it correctly.
The ergonomics are almost right for me. I?d prefer an inch lower seat height and a little less weight, but that small tradeoff is worth it for the ride. I did about 200 miles on Friday and it didn?t phase me. Getting off the bike I felt just as rested and refreshed as when I got on. There was no fatigue. Some of the that was due to the cruise control. It?s significantly better than that one in my car. Set a speed and that?s what you go. No faster, no slower. Before I didn?t see the big deal about cruise control, now I do.
It handles like a sport bike. As good as the NT. Effortless. I haven?t done much low speed, tight-quarters work and therefore I?m a bit intimidated by the weight. I?m sure that it will improve as I have more opportunities to practice.
The power is intoxicating. Traveling at 65 mph in sixth gear, as you roll on the throttle you?re at 90 mph before you know it. I was truly surprised by the acceleration. You can pass anything at any time. Until I get my top box I?m afraid I?ll dump Suzie off the back when I accelerate. I?m still in the break-in period so I haven?t pushed it. There?s a lot torque, so it will respond well at slow speed in virtually any gear.
The latches on the panniers work, ?nuff said. Each holds a full face helmet. A turn of the key and they come right off. You can take them in the motel (or tent) at night if you choose.
The fairing is massive and the powered wind screen is adjustable on the fly. You can have a little air flow if you like, or you can have virtual silence. The bike is ready for heated grips and seats but both are extras. I?ve ordered the heated grips and should have them on the bike next week. Between the fairing, windscreen and heated grips my season should be extended a few weeks this fall and start a bit earlier in the spring.
The radio is standard and comes with Sirius/XM. The sales man didn?t have my manual for some reason so I finally got it yesterday. I know how to turn it on so far but I haven?t really tried to use it.