I'm a sport touring newbie (have a Monster S2R 1000 already) and I'm considering a 2004-2007 ST3(S, if I can find one), love the looks-sound-touring ability, but have a few concerns and questions:
Questions:
1)with an out of production bike, how easy will it be to get parts at this point?
2)the bike will be used 2 up most of the time - is it easy enough to get accessories such as a touring seat, top case (to have a back rest + space) and after market pipes (termignonis or other). Where can a St rider best get these parts?
3) has your experience with the ST been that the bike is pretty reliable? Planning to do proper maintenance + a fair bit of distance
4) Finally, are there recommended performance mods I should consider?
Thanks for yout comments and suggestions.....
Questions:
1)with an out of production bike, how easy will it be to get parts at this point?
2)the bike will be used 2 up most of the time - is it easy enough to get accessories such as a touring seat, top case (to have a back rest + space) and after market pipes (termignonis or other). Where can a St rider best get these parts?
3) has your experience with the ST been that the bike is pretty reliable? Planning to do proper maintenance + a fair bit of distance
4) Finally, are there recommended performance mods I should consider?
Thanks for yout comments and suggestions.....