Let's all hope and pray 🙏 Triumph bring back the storm it must be one of the best bikes on the streets a truly fabulous machine

@MotorcycleAuthority

Жыл бұрын

Can’t agree more…

Yes, it is a better bike, than anything to come out of Milwaukee.

@MotorcycleAuthority

2 жыл бұрын

Are many bikes made there anymore? It looks like Harley Davison has plants all over the globe.

I found a 2012 storm with only 4700 miles in 10 years. One owner prior to myself and they had put the Triumph Turing gel seat quick detach backrest and Triumph saddlebags. I found a good screen on Amazon and with some tinkering, great protection an No buffeting. I added British Customs Hogslayers, removed the cat, removed under seat air channel and dropped a K&N in the air box. Then had it Dyno tuned. 😄😄😄 all day long. Average 40 mpg mixed riding styles. THIS IS ONE FANTASTIC BIKE! (All this is on my channel also), OH and i took off the crappy little name plate and ordered the LT tank badges.

@MotorcycleAuthority

2 жыл бұрын

It is a great setup. Nice bike! Keep making videos. I enjoy motorcycle traveling experiences and like to watch when I can’t ride.

@beamerstearoom5657

2 жыл бұрын

@@MotorcycleAuthority (a sub wouldn't hurt my feelings either ;-) I plan on makeing shorts and longer forms along with the other two popular social media outlets)

@MotorcycleAuthority

2 жыл бұрын

@@beamerstearoom5657 already done. I’ll be watching, keep up the good work.

I owned the 1600 version, great bike loads of power and super reliable. Then I found my rune.

@MotorcycleAuthority

Жыл бұрын

I’m glad you like it👍

Tolles Video, danke schön 👍👍👍

@MotorcycleAuthority

Жыл бұрын

Gerne geschehen, danke für den Kommentar, viel Spaß beim Reiten

1700cc is now a medium sized bike now 😮!! Things have changed since I were young 😂 this thing is Big... but very cool 😎

@MotorcycleAuthority

2 ай бұрын

It really depends on the comparison. For me it’s medium sized compared the larger Harley’s and the Rune. Even the MotoGuzzi California 1400 seems bigger. By engine size it’s not small but the overall feel seems medium to me. I think that is a compliment to triumph having a 1700 seem like that. So, medium it’s probably not by engine size. lol, thanks for the input.

Yes, Triumph, bring back the Thunderbird. a 1000 cc engine is all that's needed really.

@MotorcycleAuthority

2 жыл бұрын

Maybe so for a single rider. I have had a lot of fun under 1000 cc. Thanks

@danielrobey1759

2 жыл бұрын

That’s basically a speedmaster

@MotorcycleAuthority

2 жыл бұрын

@@danielrobey1759 true

@georgeerhard1949

Жыл бұрын

Heresy! There's a niche for midsize muscle cruisers that aren't Rocket 3's. :P

UPDATE: Rear tire to AVON Stor, way better that the original Metzler that was practically vulcanized when I bought it. I also went to a 130 up front. it handles like a dream now! for comfort, I was able to score a Corbin touring seat. it really was a 50/50 gamble as the frames seemed to have changed mid year in 2012.

@MotorcycleAuthority

Жыл бұрын

Great, I’m glad it worked out! The Corbin are nice. Thanks for the update on the tires.

I have a factory 1700 thunderbird 2010. That translates to 104 cu in like it is on my clutch cover. Also the dual front brakes in front are Nissan with the rear brake being brembo

@MotorcycleAuthority

2 жыл бұрын

Nice. It seems it is very similar to the 2017 that we reviewed. Were there major changes in 7 years?

I wanted one of these bikes and there was a dealership near me, they kept giving me excuse after excuse about test riding it. They went out of business, I never got to ride one, but found a great deal on a Road King, H-D every since!

@MotorcycleAuthority

Жыл бұрын

My friend had a similar experience with the local dealer. They also would not come down on the price. Given the thunderbird was new old stock it should have a deep discount. We ended up driving 8 hours to New Orleans. Then the tried to add a bunch of fees to the price. We finally ended up buying out of Houston 5 hours away. Lol, He almost bought a Harley too. I can’t argue that’s the road king is nice!

great video description. tell me please what brand / model you used for tail light?

@MotorcycleAuthority

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, you can get the modulator here: its the suprabrake 3 www.vizi-tec.com/shop/supabrake/

Should the Storm make a comeback?

@tomb5509

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely!

@MotorcycleAuthority

2 жыл бұрын

I hope they do as well!

@johnfreeman4292

2 жыл бұрын

Sure hope, so I owned a thunderbird since 2015 love it, the speed twin is to small for tall riders. Be a Indian next for me or back to BMW. Never could get into Harleys not into 1950 engineering.

@MotorcycleAuthority

2 жыл бұрын

@@johnfreeman4292 I sat on several Thunderbird Storms. They don’t all have the same seat. Some allow more legroom from the rear of the seat to the controls. It has a lot to do with how far back the back of the seat goes. The seat also makes a difference on the Harley as well. It all comes down to distance between controls and back of seat. Some dealers still have new old stock that you can sit on.

@chrisboddy9775

Жыл бұрын

I surely hope they do as it must be one of the best triumphs in my book its better looking than the rocket3

Bring it back please, and make a model with a fairing and gages inside the fairing

@MotorcycleAuthority

Жыл бұрын

I like that idea!

@rsc68er

Жыл бұрын

@@MotorcycleAuthority gotta go bigger and badder than before. I have a T100 and am now in the market for my first Thunderbird.

@MotorcycleAuthority

Жыл бұрын

@@rsc68er You should😁. Tell us about it when you do!

Love my 2011 storm are the front brakes factory brembos? I know the rears are as they say they are, but the fronts say triumph

@MotorcycleAuthority

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for pointing this out. My mistake, they are likely made by Nissin for Triumph.

@alainbrisebois8334

2 жыл бұрын

yes

Does anyone know if the adjustable controls from the R3 will fit this bike? I have a2012. The one company that used to make adjustable, no longer does. Yes I went through the US dealer for that brand. The reach for the stock controls is for meat hooks.

@MotorcycleAuthority

2 жыл бұрын

I could not find the answer. I hope someone can help

@beamerstearoom5657

2 жыл бұрын

@@MotorcycleAuthority 😊 thank you very much

If they make a budget Thunderbird under ten thousand I will definitely get one

@MotorcycleAuthority

Жыл бұрын

I don’t know about now but 2 years ago I found new 2017’s in dealers well under that. But, you may be looking for a 2022.

@georgeerhard1949

Жыл бұрын

Mine was a carryover 2014 model that I purchased in 2017, with all of 35 miles on the odometer. 10K, out the door, bottom line. Look around, you might find one yourself at that price.

I've got a 2014 Storm,exhaust, madstad windshield. What tires are on the bike in video? I'm over the me888s .....looking for something else.

@MotorcycleAuthority

Жыл бұрын

Not sure about the best option on tires. Still riding factory specs.

👍

@MotorcycleAuthority

4 ай бұрын

Thanks!

While I'm at it....where are the led headlights from? I've got one cracked lense so I may go that route

@MotorcycleAuthority

Жыл бұрын

www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01HHMGLB0?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

Yes we definitely need a new Triumph cruiser. The Speedmaster is just too small. Bring back the Thunderbird, just a tad smaller - say a 1300 engine. I'd buy one tomorrow if they did.

@MotorcycleAuthority

2 жыл бұрын

What makes you like the 1300 over the 1700? You may be on to something.

@9parasqn656

2 жыл бұрын

@@MotorcycleAuthority I just feel the 1700 was made simply to be the 'biggest' twin at the time like there was some kudos in it. It is way over-heavy and modern machines can get similar power and torque with a much smaller engine. For me, 1300 / 1400 would be a perfect balance between weight and power - even more so if it were a triple !

@MotorcycleAuthority

2 жыл бұрын

@@9parasqn656 well said. Some buyers do look for the biggest engine but it doesn’t always mean best performance. Large engines do come with a price, such as weight or heat as you mentioned. Thanks again for your input!

@beamerstearoom5657

2 жыл бұрын

@@9parasqn656 Having ridden my America for 18 years I wanted something to soak up the road, have plenty of power 2up, with great handling that did not look like a Harley. 1700 cc and massive TQ, say thank you Mr hotter Camshaft , and this is the bike. I sat on a LT with a stock seat😒 5 months later found my 2012 Storm. King and Queen gel seat. Makes a world difference. The Mustang is very comfortable also. The more time in the saddle, the more I like it.

I have a 2015 Night Storm and I'm look/ing to trade my TORs exhaust for a stock setup. Anyone still have theirs?

@MotorcycleAuthority

Жыл бұрын

Might try the facebook groups for the Triumph…

What years have the double headlights and what year did they switch to A single?

@MotorcycleAuthority

Ай бұрын

2011-2017 had double. Pre 2011 and just 2018 had single. Thanks!

I wish triumph could make these engines compliant with Euro5 or 6 or whatever. These are great engines and very fuel efficient.

@MotorcycleAuthority

11 ай бұрын

I agree, we will see if that happens

Since when is a 740 Lb 1700 a "medium sized motorcycle"? (from narrative @ 1:09)

@MotorcycleAuthority

Жыл бұрын

My Harley Ultra Classic and my Rune weigh more so in my mind it’s medium. You’re right it’s only medium from a cruiser or touring perspective. Thanks for clarifying!

which windshield is installed on the storm

@MotorcycleAuthority

2 жыл бұрын

It is from madstad.com

@MotorcycleAuthority

2 жыл бұрын

madstad.com/

@georgeerhard1949

Жыл бұрын

It doesn't come with one. For a while Dart offered a dual-lamp flyscreen, and you could probably get an aftermarket screen from Memphis Shades or National Cycle and have someone cut the bottom edge to fit the lamp buckets.

What is the rake & trail?

@MotorcycleAuthority

Ай бұрын

Rake (Caster Angle): 32 degrees Trail: 151 mm (5.9 inches)

hello!! side cases what mark ?

@MotorcycleAuthority

Жыл бұрын

Viking bags

What is a "headlatt" ?

@MotorcycleAuthority

Жыл бұрын

Did I say that? Lol

better !

@MotorcycleAuthority

2 жыл бұрын

A lot of people agree with you

Has anyone had any trouble with the water cooler on them.

@MotorcycleAuthority

Жыл бұрын

Not so far. What problems are you having with it?

@georgeerhard1949

Жыл бұрын

Not a lick. Cooling has never been a problem on mine. It eats rear tire tread like a sportbike, there's a bit of low-key squeak from the drive belt, and at around 3K-3.2K the muffler heatshields start to resonate. Those are the only niggles I've had since I bought it in 2017.

I tried to like it. Tank is too wide and it’s just a bit too small.

@MotorcycleAuthority

Жыл бұрын

Fair enough, what is a motorcycle that you really like?

@stevesmith1493

Жыл бұрын

I’m 6’2” so Road King

What has your experience been with the Triumph Thunderbird Storm? Or would you consider buying one?

@tomb5509

2 жыл бұрын

It's my first motorcycle; very easy to get accustomed to, despite its size. With it had a 6th gear indictor, as I'm always trying to upshift to the non-existent 7th.

@MotorcycleAuthority

2 жыл бұрын

@@tomb5509 I do understand. Only my Guzzi and Harley have indicators. If it was up to me, all bikes would have them.

@LosMuertosUn

2 жыл бұрын

Best Power-Cruiser. Eats Harleys for breakfast 😁🤘 Greetz from germany

@MotorcycleAuthority

2 жыл бұрын

@@LosMuertosUn glad to have input from Germany! Thanks

@chrisboddy9775

Жыл бұрын

I also own BMW's and Harleys my 2012 Thunderbird storm wins hands down should never have gone out of production

any bike is better than Harley in terms of quality

@MotorcycleAuthority

Жыл бұрын

I used to believe that as well but I’ve had several Harleys 2004 and after. They have been reliable.

Triumph should of never got rid of the Thunderbird...they have no bike to compete with the Harley Heritage or the Indian Chief...1800cc I have a 2011 Rocket III Roadster and a 2007 Speedmaster would like to trade my Rocket for one last new bike I love my Triumphs but that Indian Chief limited is drawing me in...hurry up Triumph and build the new Thunderbird take some weight off it and make it a true comfortable cruiser!!

@MotorcycleAuthority

Жыл бұрын

I agree. I also like the adjustable windshield on the Indian. It is just like the adjustable windshield on my Victory a few years back. All should have adjustable windshields 😀

Try-umf not try-up

@MotorcycleAuthority

Жыл бұрын

Oops, your right 😳

Lmao it's hardly medium sized ! Try large

@MotorcycleAuthority

11 ай бұрын

Right, by most standards it is large. But when you also have larger bikes like the Harley ultra Classic is seems medium. So, I do get confused😀