Alright, so I’ve been wrenching on bikes for a while now, and I recently got my hands on a Triumph Daytona 955i. This thing is a beast, and I’ve been having a blast tinkering with it. I figured I’d share my experience with y’all, just in case anyone else is thinking about picking one of these up or already has one and wants to compare notes.
Getting Started
First off, this bike is from around the early 2000s, so finding one in decent shape took some doing. I finally found one from a guy who seemed to take pretty good care of it. I did some research before, it said “the second generation Daytona (now called the 955i) made its entrance this year chock full of mods aimed at the three high-performance tenets: more power” in some forum, so I was excited to try this.
Diving In
Once I got it home, the first thing I did was give it a good once-over. Checked the oil, coolant, brake fluid, the usual stuff. Everything looked pretty good, so I took it for a spin around the block. Man, this thing pulls! It’s got way more power than my old bike. There is a magazine said “This is simply more than enough bike for most road based riders” and yes it is!
After the test ride, I decided to dig in a little deeper. I pulled off the fairings to get a better look at the engine. It’s a triple, which is pretty cool. I’d heard good things about these engines, and I gotta say, it’s a sweet piece of machinery.
The Nitty-Gritty
- Spark Plugs: I pulled the spark plugs to check their condition. They were a little worn, so I went ahead and replaced them. Easy peasy.
- Air Filter: The air filter was pretty dirty, so I swapped that out too. Again, no big deal.
- Chain and Sprockets: The chain and sprockets were showing some wear, so I decided to replace them as a set. This was a bit more involved, but still nothing I couldn’t handle.
- Brakes: The brakes felt a little spongy, so I bled the lines and put in some fresh fluid. That made a big difference. Also, the front brake pads were getting thin, replaced those as well.
- Exhaust: Found a used aftermarket exhaust online for a steal. Bolted that on, and it sounds amazing. Plus, it probably added a few extra ponies.
The Final Touches
After all that work, I took it out for another ride. What a difference! It ran smoother, felt tighter, and sounded meaner. It’s like a whole new bike. From the “Performance Index 2015” of Motorcycle Consumer News (MCN), Daytona 955i 1999 got a pretty good grade. I think the 2000s version will be better.
I’ve been riding it every chance I get, and I’m loving it. It’s definitely a step up from my previous ride. If you’re looking for a fun, powerful, and unique bike, I’d definitely recommend checking out the Triumph Daytona 955i. Just be prepared to do a little work to get it running its best. It’s all part of the fun, right?
