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jkv45 · June 23rd, 2015, 06:30 AM

I guess you need to ask yourself what the Triumph has that the SV doesn't. Do you want more power, better brakes, better handling, a different look? The Triumph has all those.

I've ridden 675 Daytona, and the engine was certainly the star of the show, but for me it's not really what I need. My SV has enough power, decent brakes, and stable/predictable handling. With some upgrades (tires, suspension, minor performance mods) the SV is a pretty strong all-around street bike.

There's no right or wrong answer. I'm sure you would like the Triumph, especially if you have had your heart set on one for a while.

I could afford a used Street Triple if i found one, but for me the SV does everything I need pretty well - so I'm not looking.

June 23rd, 2015, 06:30 AM	#24
jkv45 Rev Limiter Name: Jay Location: WI Join Date: Jul 2013 Motorcycle(s): '06 SV650n, '00 Derbi GPR, '64 CA77 Dream 305, '70 CL450 Scrambler, numerous dirt bikes Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jun '18, Oct '16	I guess you need to ask yourself what the Triumph has that the SV doesn't. Do you want more power, better brakes, better handling, a different look? The Triumph has all those. I've ridden 675 Daytona, and the engine was certainly the star of the show, but for me it's not really what I need. My SV has enough power, decent brakes, and stable/predictable handling. With some upgrades (tires, suspension, minor performance mods) the SV is a pretty strong all-around street bike. There's no right or wrong answer. I'm sure you would like the Triumph, especially if you have had your heart set on one for a while. I could afford a used Street Triple if i found one, but for me the SV does everything I need pretty well - so I'm not looking.