CO guy consideing a Trophy

[bigdog]

Hola from Colorado!
Long time rider, been thinking about doing some longer (2-4,000 miles) touring rides now that I have the time
I ride a KTM 1190 S (not the R version, mine is more street oriented). LOVE This bike, BUT it's not as comfortable as I imagine a true sporty touring bike can be. And, I can't help but ride it like a sport bike, which is really what it is.
I'm on a budget, as this will by my 5th bike (I have purchased 2 already this year.....)
Former Tiger 1050 owner and I loved that bike, but could not resist the KTM 1190 ADV when it came out. What a beast, and much better on gravel and dirt roads thank the Tiger

Was originally looking at a Honda ST1300 because there is a low price, low mileage unit only 2.5 hours away (I live in the western part of the state, not very populated). Super comfortable, affordable, reliable, but not very sporty. I don't plan to ride this bike like my KTM, but I do enjoy performance...

Then I thought, TRIUMPH!. I have owned 2 and loved them both dearly. It seems like the Trophy might be a great bike for me. I am looking for:
Comfort for my and a passenger
Good weather protection
Good luggage room
low seat height (as opposed to the 1190, but I rarely carry the wife)
Decent performance and not too expensive. Thoughts?? (and thanks!)

[earthman]

Best thing to do is take one for a test ride, chances are you will love it.

[bigdog]

Any suggestions on how to accomplish that?

[earthman]

Find one for sale at a bike shop?

[Canes1]

Was looking at the ST1300's myself but the newest model you could find was 2012. Also looked at the FJR1300 and BMWk1600gt.
Now a Trophy sits in my garage and was the best decision I've made in a long time!
You won't find a better bike, in this category, with better features for the price they are going for.
If a sport tourer is what your looking for, you'd be hard pressed to find a better one, imo!

[bigdog]

Found one a mere 4 hours away... 2013, 21K miles. Asking $8200, dark blue in seemingly immaculate condition.

I was hoping some kind sole would offer to ride out to beautiful western Colorado and let me take theirs for a spin...

Originally Posted by earthman

Find one for sale at a bike shop?

[earthman]

Originally Posted by bigdog

Found one a mere 4 hours away... 2013, 21K miles. Asking $8200, dark blue in seemingly immaculate condition.

I was hoping some kind sole would offer to ride out to beautiful western Colorado and let me take theirs for a spin...

Even if I lived in the States, the answer would be no I'm afraid.

Asking any owner to ride their pride and joy is a step too far in my book, unless they are trying to sell it and you have met their requirements of insurance,deposit etc.

[chememsu]

$8,200 for a 2013 w/ 21k miles is it a little steep. New 2017's from dealers could have been had for $13,500 after tax, prep & delivery. I would not pay more than $6,500 for a '13. Triumph had issues in the early models that were addressed by '17. I would not buy the "early" models without a steep discount for the "trouble". That is my 2-cents worth. Ride the '13 to make sure you like it, which you will, but shop harder for a '16 or '17. Cycletrader.com is a good source. Shipping the bike cross country is not difficult and can be done for $500 - $700. Or you fly out and ride back. It is worth the knowledge that all the "bugs" are worked out and you may even have factory warranty still available.