A brilliant bike in so many respects but let down by one of the worst seats I've ever experienced. I'm sure there will be good aftermarket options but I'm rather glad I couldn't afford it when I first rode it.
Agreed with you, took the bike out for quite an extensive road test yesterday - about 2.5 hours, whilst some warranty work was done on my street triple at Webbs of Lincoln.
If this bike is as heavy as the spec sheet states, it hides its weight very well. A superbly balanced chassis that allows full use of the wonderful triple engine, test bike was fitted with an arrow exhaust too, not too 'rorty' but a nice sound above 8k and as it approached the red line.
Suspension was slightly hard, but i ride a street triple R, so to me felt like a feather down bed, but could have done with a softer setting.
Didn't try the cruise control, although as others have said the switches seem difficult to get too, unless you have extremely long fingers.
Seat position was well suited and comfortable, no sore knees or back - mirrors a bit vibey and not to clear above 80mph, quite a bit of buffeting too above 80 - 90mph as well, made your head slightly move from side to side.
At slow speeds the TE was very manoeuvrable, and as stated previously it does hide its weight well. No real problems with the throttle as others have mentioned, yes it is quick and can catch the unwary out if twisted a little, but you would soon dial in to it, if truthful - no issue from me!
However that seat was diabolical, truly an instrument of torture, numb bum within 50 miles, so if bought would have to replace the OEM one.
Overall a great bike, let down by a few niggly issues, which I'm sure can be overcome by an enthusiast - after all the GS is not perfect and I've seen posts of people spending a considerable amount to make it 'just so'.
I think Triumph have produced a decent bike, first attempt and will no doubt refine it further. Its an alternative to the GS and for that Triumph should be applauded, after all choice for us the paying public is good.
Would I buy one? Not until I've test ridden the new GS and also the 1200rt I have my eye on as well.