[Brio2014]

Any suggestions on replacing the stock indicator stalks and where I can buy them in Bangalore or online? I have a preowned 2016 Street Twin and the indicator stalks have been breaking one after the other ( at the rear ) after couple of rides. I don't mind how they look but can go for more modern looking stalks too.

Also how are you all managing to find replacement tyres? I hear finding them is a task.

[shabih]

Originally Posted by Brio2014

Any suggestions on replacing the stock indicator stalks and where I can buy them in Bangalore or online? I have a preowned 2016 Street Twin and the indicator stalks have been breaking one after the other ( at the rear ) after couple of rides. I don't mind how they look but can go for more modern looking stalks too.

Also how are you all managing to find replacement tyres? I hear finding them is a task.

Hello again. I think I responded to you on another chat forum. I am also looking for a decent set of indicators. I saw a good one on the MK Design website but it will need a custom mount. You can probably talk to them about it. There are other options from UK but getting them will be a chore.

As for tyres, I have recently put Vredestein ones, they are better than the stock Pirelli. They need about 5 minutes to warm up, but once they are at their optimum temperature, they are good. In Delhi they are easily available, I am sure in Bangalore too there shouldn't be a problem.

[Brio2014]

Originally Posted by shabih

Hello again. I think I responded to you on another chat forum. I am also looking for a decent set of indicators. I saw a good one on the MK Design website but it will need a custom mount. You can probably talk to them about it. There are other options from UK but getting them will be a chore.

As for tyres, I have recently put Vredestein ones, they are better than the stock Pirelli. They need about 5 minutes to warm up, but once they are at their optimum temperature, they are good. In Delhi they are easily available, I am sure in Bangalore too there shouldn't be a problem.

Sorry to the OP as we are posting this on the Ownership thread.

I found pretty much the stock indicators on Ebay, so I have ordered them. Hope that goes smoothly and doesn't get caught up in the import mix, also the connections look straight forward compared to the LED alternatives. The other alternatives are upwards of 10k and 15k for all 4 indicators. I hear Rizoma and Analog Signal Pods. I am quite happy with the look of the stock indicators so taking a chance on this Ebay route.

[nidhinpr]

Originally Posted by shabih

So update on the pre-load adjustment, I rode it yesterday for around 50 km. Played around with compression and rebound as well and the bike is behaving better on speedbrakers, no scratching

That's great news, good to know you finally found the appropriate setting. It's painful whenever it hit the bottom.

Also, how long did your Pirelli last before switching to Vredestein? As I'm 5K Kms in it doesn't have any grip on gravels or avg road conditions. Didn't got confidence around corners with them. It's hard for me to believe that some people can use these tires for 10-15,000 kilometers when I'm experiencing a lack of grip after just 5,000 kilometers. Considering the grip issue, I'm thinking of replacing them after a few thousand kilometers.

Originally Posted by Brio2014

Any suggestions on replacing the stock indicator stalks and where I can buy them in Bangalore or online? I have a preowned 2016 Street Twin and the indicator stalks have been breaking one after the other ( at the rear ) after couple of rides. I don't mind how they look but can go for more modern looking stalks too.

Also how are you all managing to find replacement tyres? I hear finding them is a task.

Regarding tyres most street twin owners go with Vredestein anyday as a set cost 15k approx, which performance better than the stock Pirelli phantom which cost almost double.

Even I'm looking for some LED indicators, Triumph LED indicators cost about some absurd 15-20k + installation.
So let me know if you got some suggestions which are reasonably priced.

[Brio2014]

Originally Posted by nidhinpr

That's great news, good to know you finally found the appropriate setting. It's painful whenever it hit the bottom.

Also, how long did your Pirelli last before switching to Vredestein? As I'm 5K Kms in it doesn't have any grip on gravels or avg road conditions. Didn't got confidence around corners with them. It's hard for me to believe that some people can use these tires for 10-15,000 kilometers when I'm experiencing a lack of grip after just 5,000 kilometers. Considering the grip issue, I'm thinking of replacing them after a few thousand kilometers.

Regarding tyres most street twin owners go with Vredestein anyday as a set cost 15k approx, which performance better than the stock Pirelli phantom which cost almost double.

Even I'm looking for some LED indicators, Triumph LED indicators cost about some absurd 15-20k + installation.
So let me know if you got some suggestions which are reasonably priced.

Nice coincidence as you asked about the indicators today. I just received the Ebay order I had put in some days ago for 2 sets of indicators (front and back). I was quite happy with the stock indicator set up and how it looks. After checking quite a bit on Indian websites like Bikenbiker and not finding anything other than Analog Pods which are like 15k a pair, I landed on these stock looking indicators on Ebay.

Not sure if I can post links here. You can search for "Turn Signal Indicator Light For Triumph Street Twin 2016-2022" on Ebay or PM me and I can share the link, Seller is "Mars knight MoTo". Order placed on March 5th and I received it today March 20th in Bangalore without any issues at Customs (It is from China). The seller will ask you if you want the clear lens or smoked out ones. I just opted for the Clear lens. Two pairs at about Rs. 3600 I felt was a good deal. It looks decently put together, no obvious issues. Has the usual red and black connectors. I am yet to figure out the install but I will let the stock indicators fall off before I try these on.

The LED options are way too expensive and only available mostly from the UK with premium pricing and quite expensive to ship. They do look good but I will go with those once I get to customize the bike down the line. I just got the bike 2 months ago on resale and getting used to it and the accessories that I really need or don't in the stock form.

If it helps anyone, the triumph fly screen accessory seems to deflect most of the air onto my helmet (I'm 5.8) and causes a ruckus despite wearing earplugs. So I have taken off the flyscreen for a later day, yet to take off the fly screen mounts though.

[Darkcloud]

Originally Posted by Brio2014

I just received the Ebay order I had put in some days ago for 2 sets of indicators (front and back).

You can search for "Turn Signal Indicator Light For Triumph Street Twin 2016-2022" on Ebay or PM me and I can share the link, Seller is "Mars knight MoTo". Order placed on March 5th and I received it today March 20th in Bangalore without any issues at Customs (It is from China).

Hi. Can I know from which eBay site did you order? There are sites for different countries but none for India that I could find. I would like to buy a few things for my BMW. Any help would be appreciated!

[nidhinpr]

Originally Posted by Brio2014

Nice coincidence as you asked about the indicators today. I just received the Ebay order I had put in some days ago for 2 sets of indicators (front and back). I was quite happy with the stock indicator set up and how it looks. After checking quite a bit on Indian websites like Bikenbiker and not finding anything other than Analog Pods which are like 15k a pair, I landed on these stock looking indicators on Ebay.

Not sure if I can post links here. You can search for "Turn Signal Indicator Light For Triumph Street Twin 2016-2022" on Ebay or PM me and I can share the link, Seller is "Mars knight MoTo". Order placed on March 5th and I received it today March 20th in Bangalore without any issues at Customs (It is from China). The seller will ask you if you want the clear lens or smoked out ones. I just opted for the Clear lens. Two pairs at about Rs. 3600 I felt was a good deal. It looks decently put together, no obvious issues. Has the usual red and black connectors. I am yet to figure out the install but I will let the stock indicators fall off before I try these on.

The LED options are way too expensive and only available mostly from the UK with premium pricing and quite expensive to ship. They do look good but I will go with those once I get to customize the bike down the line. I just got the bike 2 months ago on resale and getting used to it and the accessories that I really need or don't in the stock form.

If it helps anyone, the triumph fly screen accessory seems to deflect most of the air onto my helmet (I'm 5.8) and causes a ruckus despite wearing earplugs. So I have taken off the flyscreen for a later day, yet to take off the fly screen mounts though.

That sounds like a great deal indeed, getting any Triumph accessory under 5k is just insane. I'm looking for low-profile LED options & you are right about those being really expensive, which I don't feel is worth it.

Take your time and don't rush into customization. Ride more and see what upgrades would benefit you. After a year, I made a few modifications. I replaced the seat cover because the ST900's seat isn't very durable—it wears out quickly. I also installed handlebar risers for improved ergonomics and added side-shoe adjusters. Adjusting the rear preload according to my weight was crucial to prevent bottoming out and significantly changed the bike's riding dynamics.

I was looking for a good fly screen, now that you said it's causing more harm than good; I would be reconsidering getting one, as I'm 6 feet & the wind would hit straight to my face I hope I can find a better alternative, maybe a taller one would do the job well.

[Brio2014]

Originally Posted by Darkcloud

Hi. Can I know from which eBay site did you order? There are sites for different countries but none for India that I could find. I would like to buy a few things for my BMW. Any help would be appreciated!

I just went straight to ebay dot com as a last resort after spending time on countless EU websites. I think Ebay should be fine as long as the vendor ships to India. My payment happened in GBP and the product is made in China and shipped from China, although sold by a vendor that suggests the UK. As long as it works I'm good.

[shabih]

Originally Posted by nidhinpr

Also, how long did your Pirelli last before switching to Vredestein?

The stock Pirelli lasted for 8000 km, of which the previous owner had done 7500.

Originally Posted by nidhinpr

I replaced the seat cover because the ST900's seat isn't very durable—it wears out quickly. I also installed handlebar risers for improved ergonomics and added side-shoe adjusters.

I was looking for a good fly screen, now that you said it's causing more harm than good;

Seat cover: Can you share pictures of what you have done, I may want some inspiration.

Handlebar risers: I'd love to know more about this. Which one did you get, how was the installation experience, is it a DIY, do we need to reroute cables, and does it change the riding stance by much? I like the slightly lean-forward riding stance but curious to know how will things change after you put the risers. I keep the rear suspension on a slightly stiffer setting for some hooliganism on the road but the flipside is I need to stand on the pegs everytime I am going over bumps to save my spine. A higher set handlebar will help ease out the standing up and down motion.

Fly screen: I agree the Triumph fly screen creates a ruckus on the helmet. I suppose there is this detachable flyscreen from Pro Spec that comes in cheap and may do the job well. I do not have them but I am tempted to try them.

[nidhinpr]

Originally Posted by shabih

The stock Pirelli lasted for 8000 km, of which the previous owner had done 7500.



Seat cover: Can you share pictures of what you have done, I may want some inspiration.

Handlebar risers: I'd love to know more about this. Which one did you get, how was the installation experience, is it a DIY, do we need to reroute cables, and does it change the riding stance by much? I like the slightly lean-forward riding stance but curious to know how will things change after you put the risers. I keep the rear suspension on a slightly stiffer setting for some hooliganism on the road but the flipside is I need to stand on the pegs everytime I am going over bumps to save my spine. A higher set handlebar will help ease out the standing up and down motion.

Fly screen: I agree the Triumph fly screen creates a ruckus on the helmet. I suppose there is this detachable flyscreen from Pro Spec that comes in cheap and may do the job well. I do not have them but I am tempted to try them.

Thanks for clarifying the tyre lifespan, I was uncertain regarding it for a while. With 5000 kilometers logged, it seems I can comfortably squeeze out another 2000-3000 before considering a replacement.

In terms of the seat, I opted for a longer seat cover equipped with gel and extra foam padding. It features a Triumph logo embroidered in red thread, and I purchased it from Sahara Seats, a vendor offering a wide array of options including rain covers. Instead of completely replacing the seat or customizing it for my height (which I plan to do later), this was a quick and convenient solution for addressing damage caused by previous owners—there were some paint drops and scratches. As requested, I'll share some pictures, and you can also find more on my profile showcasing the bike with the same seat cover. The seat cover starts at ₹1549/-, and with the various customizations I chose, it totaled ₹2,965.50/-. I'm really pleased with how it turned out, especially considering the price and the excellent quality. The craftsmanship is superb—it's beautifully done. However, I must admit, fitting it over my seat was more challenging and time-consuming than I anticipated.

Let's delve into the handlebar riser. Beyond the factory offerings, I explored accessories from Beards Of Motorcycles (BOM), a Mumbai-based workshop. They handled the installation of the handlebar riser, side shoes, and number plate relocator. The installation of the risers turned out to be straightforward; no extra cables were needed, and the offset was spot-on. In fact, it's a task you can tackle yourself. The adjustment in riding stance was significant—a proper upright position now, which was essential for me. Previously, reaching for the handlebar put a lot of strain on my wrists due to the bike's smaller size relative to my height of 6 feet. But now, the comfort level has greatly improved.

This modification's suitability might vary for each individual; for me, it was crucial to adapt the bike to my height and weight. My upcoming upgrades will focus on the front suspension. I plan to install new progressive springs and fork risers to enhance ground clearance, albeit at the cost of raising the bike slightly. This upgrade would need longer cables, adding to the overall expense.

BOM offers a wide range of accessories, and I've found their product quality to be even better than Triumph OEM, all at half the price. For further details, you can reach out to them. Mitul and the team at BOM are true motorcycle enthusiasts, and they're incredibly friendly—a real pleasure to hang out with. I'll include a few more pictures to give you a clearer idea of the transformation.

I was in search of a longer fly screen and stumbled upon some Royal Enfield Hunter 350 windscreens on Amazon. They seem like a better fit for my ST900 compared to what Triumph offers. Surprisingly, they're priced between 700-1200Rs, a stark contrast to Triumph's exorbitant 18k+ GST for a screen that's too short to be effective . It's puzzling why anyone would opt for the Triumph option, considering it offers little in terms of deflection. I'll give the Amazon option a try first and see if it offers a more practical solution.

I hope this information was helpful! If you have any more questions, feel free to ask about anything else.

[Darkcloud]

Originally Posted by Brio2014

I just went straight to ebay dot com as a last resort after spending time on countless EU websites.

Thank you. I will try ordering from the same site. Replacement parts are exorbitantly priced by manufacturers.

[shabih]

Originally Posted by nidhinpr

In terms of the seat, I opted for a longer seat cover equipped with gel and extra foam padding. I'm really pleased with how it turned out, especially considering the price and the excellent quality. The craftsmanship is superb—it's beautifully done. However, I must admit, fitting it over my seat was more challenging and time-consuming than I anticipated.

Let's delve into the handlebar riser. Beyond the factory offerings, I explored accessories from Beards Of Motorcycles (BOM), a Mumbai-based workshop. They handled the installation of the handlebar riser, side shoes, and number plate relocator.

This modification's suitability might vary for each individual; for me, it was crucial to adapt the bike to my height and weight. My upcoming upgrades will focus on the front suspension. I plan to install new progressive springs and fork risers to enhance ground clearance, albeit at the cost of raising the bike slightly. This upgrade would need longer cables, adding to the overall expense.

BOM offers a wide range of accessories, and I've found their product quality to be even better than Triumph OEM, all at half the price. For further details, you can reach out to them. Mitul and the team at BOM are true motorcycle enthusiasts, and they're incredibly friendly—a real pleasure to hang out with. I'll include a few more pictures to give you a clearer idea of the transformation.

I was in search of a longer fly screen and stumbled upon some Royal Enfield Hunter 350 windscreens on Amazon. They seem like a better fit for my ST900 compared to what Triumph offers. Surprisingly, they're priced between 700-1200Rs, a stark contrast to Triumph's exorbitant 18k+ GST for a screen that's too short to be effective . It's puzzling why anyone would opt for the Triumph option, considering it offers little in terms of deflection. I'll give the Amazon option a try first and see if it offers a more practical solution.

I hope this information was helpful! If you have any more questions, feel free to ask about anything else.

Thank you for this, it is really helpful. I went through BOM's profile on Instagram and their products are indeed very nice. I am certainly picking up the center stand and the handlebar risers. Also went through Sahara seats website and I quite like the one you've got with the gel insert, will give it a go. Would you care to give me more deets on why you felt it needed extra effort in installation? I had an Interceptor before and I installed Raw and Rugged leather seat cover, the installation was pretty straight forward with the velcro and string fastening.

I have installed YSS progressive springs in front and adjustable suspension in the rear. I also went with thicker suspension oil which I think is an overkill. The reason is, on straight roads and turns, my bike feels greatly planted but every single bump gets passed onto your hands and tailbone, that's the trade-off.

The hunter fly screen looks similar to the stock Triumph one. But do you think they'll mount on to your bike? Let me know how did it go.

[nidhinpr]

Originally Posted by shabih

Would you care to give me more deets on why you felt it needed extra effort in installation? I had an Interceptor before and I installed Raw and Rugged leather seat cover, the installation was pretty straight forward with the velcro and string fastening.

Its exactly like the way you said, comes with 2 velcro attached and one rope at rear to tighten the cover around, the problem here is the front doesn't tuck in properly and if it does the rear sticks out, as I had to push it in and stretchy the material a bit to get a perfect fit; else my perfectionist tendencies would be triggered. Additionally, with the presence of a tail bag and an extra pair of braided strap locks underneath, locking the seat in place became challenging. Using the seat cover Velcro in a crisscross pattern rather than parallel solved the problem effectively.

I have installed YSS progressive springs in front and adjustable suspension in the rear. I also went with thicker suspension oil which I think is an overkill. The reason is, on straight roads and turns, my bike feels greatly planted but every single bump gets passed onto your hands and tailbone, that's the trade-off.

Indeed, the only drawback of this bike is its front suspension and ground clearance. Once we address these issues, the bike will truly be exceptional to ride. Achieving the right suspension setup is my next goal.

The hunter fly screen looks similar to the stock Triumph one. But do you think they'll mount on to your bike? Let me know how did it go.

Having watched several fly screen installation videos, I believe we can alter the mounting process with the help of a skilled welder. The key priority is getting a high-quality fly screen. However, accomplishing this successfully will require some time and effort.

I will definitely provide updates on the installation and any future modifications here or perhaps in a separate thread.

[shabih]

Originally Posted by nidhinpr

Its exactly like the way you said, comes with 2 velcro attached and one rope at rear to tighten the cover around, the problem here is the front doesn't tuck in properly and if it does the rear sticks out, as I had to push it in and stretchy the material a bit to get a perfect fit; else my perfectionist tendencies would be triggered.

Thank you very much for the recommendation. I ordered mine in brown with gel padding and received it in about a week. I have to say, they feel damn nice in terms of material quality and build. And like you, I was also scratching my head as to why the front is so poorly designed, it doesn't tuck in. I followed your suggestion and stretched it with my gym-built arms and it worked. I did the parallel velcro sticking without much fuss, just need to push a little harder to lock the seat in place. I was expecting an ugly bunched-up look but thankfully somehow it fits neatly and I am not going to fiddle with it to see how. It now looks like a flat bench due to the extra padding under the front portion. I did a 200 km run last weekend and it felt ok. I was expecting it to feel softer due to the gel insert but I am ok with how it is currently. I rode a friend's bike with a gel pad and every time I went into a corner I felt like I was sliding sideways because the gel was too soft. So I am glad this one is more firm. And it nicely absorbs road imperfections and little vibrations that used to creep in at high rpm.

Also, I forgot to put the belt it came with, maybe next time.

[Brio2014]

Quick update: I got a couple of things done for my Street Twin as part of the General Service at Motoblazer Highlander at HSR Layout Bangalore.

1. I got them to replace the broken stock rear indicators with the ones i procured from Ebay. As expected the replacement was a direct fit and no extra wiring/modifications required. They do judder a bit at idle as i have noticed. I have another pair with me for when i need to replace the front set of indicators.

2. Got them to remove the mounting plates of the visor, it was a bit hard to reach to do it myself i think. I had earlier removed the quite useless stock triumph visor which was easy to do but left the mounting plates for later, so that is now done. The front has a clean look now.

3. Got the BMC stock size air filter, with the future promise of only regeneration and not replacement, for life. Lets see how that works. This was also a direct fit.

4. Replaced both front and rear tyres with Vredestein Centauro ST. Stock size is available within a day. The front was a Metzeller Tourance but not much to write home about, the less said about the rear stock pirellis the better. With the Vredesteins I immediately noticed a world of difference, greater confidence, grip levels if i might add.

5. After a couple of days the low beam headlight stopped working, so I got a Philips stock rated 55/60 H4 bulb (Racing Vision) and replaced the headlight bulb myself. It is straightforward, but will require some sweating/huffing and puffing. Great throw, beam pattern and intensity. Much improved from stock, not irritating like the LEDs and plenty bright.

In general the service was timely, they have used Castrol Power 1. Billing was clear. Calls for coordinating purchases and enquiry was prompt and to the point.

Karthik who is the pro at Highlander did say expect the wiring to start giving you trouble and bring it back if I notice any electrical issues or starting issues, as one of the wires is stretched and slightly exposed under the triple clamp.