Hi Jid,
First off I am SURE you will LOVE the Test Ride -
be prepared to pay the deposit when you get back !
There are a few things to be aware of :
"Some" U.S. Dealers don't have the best reputation when it comes to knowledge
and Servicing of the Trophy, while others do - so if the Dealer is new to you
see what research you can do on them !
There were a few teething probems on early Trophies which have hopefully been sorted out
on this 2015 Trophy, but ask about the following :
Does it fall within the VIN Range for Cylinder Head modification ( "upgrade" )
which was carried out on request for the US market - if owners reported
excessive top end noise, and if so has it had that work done ?
( VIN Numbers 602960 and onwards had the modified Cylinder Head fitted ).
A recurring issue for US /Canada export SE models equipped with XM Radio
was a bug in the Software Version that could prevent the audio module from shutting down
when the Ignition was switched off, draining ( and ruining ! ) the Main Motorcycle Battery.
The Faulty software version was 1.04A - The latest version is 1.04E
and despite the information being widely circulated by Triumph
it seems that there are MANY Trophies that have not had the software update.
It's easy to check for this :
The radio should be OFF when the Ignition is turned ON ( but don't start the engine ).
If the Radio is ON, turn it OFF ( Volume all the way down to Minimum, "MUTE" and then "OFF" ),
then turn the Ignition OFF and back ON again.
Press and hold the "P" button until the "DIAGNOSTICS" menu is displayed.
Scroll to the S/W VERSION item, and press the handlebar Select ( "
i" ) button.
Other things to check for are the obvious - all Services carried out
( 500 miles, then every 10,000 miles or every year whichever is first ).
Check the wiring around the Headstock area which can become overly tight
when the handlebars are turned fully to the right putting strain on the wiring connectors,
and in some cases have pulled wires out of the base of the Ignition switch
resulting in a costly repair.
Check for obvious signs of corrosion, particularly on the radiator
( not easy to inspect behind the fairing ), Final Drive casing,
and Lower suspension components.
Check whether Heated Grips really ARE fitted if it is advertised as having these,
noting that ALL Trophies have the switch as standard, but the actual Heated Grips
( which look identical ) are an optional accessory, so
with the engine runningswitch them on ( Handlebar left switch cube ) and see if the "Icon" appears
on the Instrument Panel display - and see if they get hot !
If the Trophy has a Top Box ( Trunk ) - Great ! -
I not, check to see if the Spare Lock Barrel that all new Trophies were supplied with is included,
if you intend to buy a Trunk and don't want to end up with a different key for it !
Check that all 3 Handbooks ( Owners, Audio, and Service ) are present
( They may be located in a storage space on the underside of the Pilllion seat ! )
Check the condition of the tires - the original stock versions were prone to cupping"
of the front one, while the rear can go from looking good ( but getting a bit low on tread )
to the cord being exposed in the centre section in a very short space of time !
Finally, You probably already know, but Triumph have recently ceased production of the Trophy,
so there are some very good deals to be had, and while Triumph have stated that they
will continue to support any discontinued model for at least 10 ( or was it 12 ? ) years,
this should be taken into account.
If you've any other specific questions, try the "SEARCH" Button up on the top Menu Bar,
and if you can't find what you need just come back and ask

Cheers

