Hi, Thinking of stepping off the supersports train for a while and looking at the Trumpet - anybody have a valid opinion on owning/riding? Good or bad would be good to know.
I’ll be looking at 05/6 model year.
Thanks
i’ve got an 05 - one of my favourite bikes i’ve ever owned, but then i’m not really into the sports bike thang, so wouldnt know how to compare to that. Massive torque throughout the range, nimble handling, relatively comfortable on long journeys, looks the dogs;). Only two bad things I can think of poor fuel consumption in town and lack of wind protection at high speed, otherwise its been a very ++ experience and i’ve owned it a year now… get one all those bike mags cant be wrong:)
I agree with all what Zed90 said, lack of wind protection is like any other naked bike though. Go for it Dekerf you wont be disappointed, go to a dealer and take one for a test ride.
Just be prepared for the grin to last a while! It’s a bit like this one -> 
I’ve had my '05 for about a year too - and it’s just brilliant. One of the best engines on the road. The fuel comsumption isn’t great alright, but it’s a small niggle on an otherwise fantastic bike.