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I bought a 2023 Triumph Bonneville T 120 black edition 3 weeks ago. Very glad that I did. I used to be a diehard Harley owner for 38 years. Best bike that I have ever owned. 😊

@jeremyclarkson-69

7 ай бұрын

Thats euro for ya a engine thats efficient and powerful while not sounding like a missfiring 1910s abomination glad you switched to the correct side you wont regret it enjoy your bike ride safe bro

@speaktruth247

7 ай бұрын

How comfortable is it to ride, Compton a harley. I'm also a former harley rider, and comfort is a big deal for me.

@masterchief586

7 ай бұрын

@@speaktruth247 my Triumph is very comfortable .

@speaktruth247

7 ай бұрын

@masterchief586 do you think it would be comfortable for someone that's 6'1?

@masterchief586

7 ай бұрын

@@speaktruth247 If not then look into the Triumph 1200 that has forward controls and sits lower the ground like a Low Rider does. Good luck.

After two decades of riding sportbikes, I brought home a 2022 Speed Twin 1200. I am going to fan boy out over this bike for quite a bit.

Don't knock Steve McQueen. Yammie out here trying to be cooler than everyone that came before him

@ImAnEmergency

Ай бұрын

and he'll never be

McQueen is a American icon. Never forget him.

I have a t120 and it's my daily ride. My pillion loves it too. Incredibly practical bike and awesome all rounder

Bonnevilles were what the rest of the world were buying while America was buying Harleys. They're the most iconic motorbikes ever and feature in so many films. The only iconic vehicle that can match a bonnie is a Land Rover Defender

@jerhughes500

Жыл бұрын

Or the mini, beetle and vw bus. 😉

@JohnCunningham-sy5ug

Жыл бұрын

Huh? Land rover? 😅

@ilikelampshades6

Жыл бұрын

@@JohnCunningham-sy5ug Yes. They're everywhere

@ilikelampshades6

Жыл бұрын

@@jerhughes500 Yes, definitely those as well!

@jimmurdoch7745

9 ай бұрын

Thank you,.... This buffoon's comment of... "It may not be as Iconic as a Harley Davidson" nearly put my 34" monitor existence in jeopardy,... In biking circles, we have a convenient description for people that display that kind of disrespect,... It begins with a 'T',... ends in a 'T' and has a WA in the middle. At the time this icon of design, style and performance came out,... HD Engineers were just figuring out how to make their bikes go around corners quickly without fear of imminent death. ** Don't get me wrong,... HD's are wonderful,.... If I could afford to buy one and insure it,... I'd be riding one already,... But damn,... We even named it after the Salt Flats in recognition of the importance of America in the automotive and motorcycle achievements ,.,..... Rant over.

I have a T120 and for me it is the best choice as it is the most well rounded and can do all I need it to do it's fast enough, comfortable enough and stunning looking. In silver and red it never fails to turn heads but don't buy one if you don't want people to talk to you because wherever it's parked someone will come and start a conversation.

@marekryszard

10 ай бұрын

@Mike-T120 yep, that's my experience also. When I'm parked with my Bonneville T120 more often than not, strangers wanna chat about it . . .

Over the last 40 years I have been through at least a dozen different street bikes and several dirt bikes. I loved all of them. But lately I have been wanting to add a Bonneville T120 to my list of rides. There's something about that classic motorcycle look that I can't resist.

I have got a Bonneville SE and a MT-07. The MT is very good, I mean really good but the Bonneville is the bike that puts a bigger grin on my face. It's just brilliant to ride and I don't know why.

@SimonQuirk

Жыл бұрын

It's because modern bikes are ugly unless you're attracted to insects

@jerhughes500

Жыл бұрын

I had an MT-07, fantastic bike and lots of fun. Then I bought a T120 and didn’t ride the MT again, so I sold it. The Bonneville has that something that other bikes don’t have, like driving an Alfa Romeo, or a VW bus.

@willritchie2283

Жыл бұрын

BRILLIANT 🥸

I got a t120 as my first bike and its amazing. They've all got the cool factor (apart from grandads speedmaster), perform well, can tour, can ride with pillion comfortably, can put up with light offroad, can go round a corner. Can't ever see me getting rid of it. When I need another bike, I'll probably buy an adv bike and then I'm done for buying bikes

@tts17-thetokensquare68

Жыл бұрын

Is t120 comfortable for long travels? Like 800-1800 kilometers away ?

@ilikelampshades6

Жыл бұрын

@TTS17 - the Token Square Hello, I've not done rides that long. I frequently commute 50/60 miles each way to work and it's fine for that. Without a fairing, the wind at 70mph can be tiresome and if you ride in the dark you will need to buy upgraded lights. The headlight is terrible. Other than the headlight, it's an amazing bike. I'm averaging 63mpg which would be important for touring.

@sebastians.6084

Жыл бұрын

I can confirm that my t120 is a good touring bike - as good as a naked bike can get. I bought it last December and already did 5000 km on it. Longest travel was 650 km from Switzerland across the Alps to Italy, with approx. 30% highway traveling. On the highway, the built-in cruise control comes in handy. For me (1.86m tall) the sweet spot is around 120 km/h. At that speed, wind pressure keeps me upright and the cruise control stabilizes the riding experience. 👍 As for suspension, I upgraded the rear shocks to Fox shocks, that allow easy adjustment of the inbound speed - that's particularly handy when riding with luggage. Hope this helps a bit.... 😊

@tts17-thetokensquare68

Жыл бұрын

@@sebastians.6084 it helps me so much, thank you my friend.

@sebastians.6084

Жыл бұрын

@@tts17-thetokensquare68 You're welcome. I forgot to confirm that the headlight is indeed terrible, as someone wrote previously. It uses an H4 bulb, but low-beam is IMHO way too weak - max speed with this low-beam light output is around 70-80 km/h at night times. As a result, I ordered a modern LED headlight recently, but I haven't upgraded it yet. The weather is too sunny for a garage job... 😜 Oh....and I changed to Avon Spirit ST tires about 500 km ago - brilliant swap so far. The Bonny is much more nimble, stable around the corners and the tire feedback gives me way more confidence compared to the OEM Pirelli Phantoms. 👍

I'm on a 1500mile European tour on my 2012 Bonnie SE right now. Great bike, loads of charm, can go anywhere as long as the street isn't too narrow because the deep exhaust rumble starts to resonate off shop windows and deafen pedestrians 😂

I own a Speed Twin 1200 and really like it. It surprisingly capable on our So Cal mountain roads. It is a great bike to live with.

Did a Demo Day at the local Triumph & rode the T120, Speed Twin, Tiger Low, Bobber & Speedmaster. All awesome in their own way, but the Speedmaster stole my heart. Bought it the next week. 🏍️💨

I just bought a 2023 T120 and so far, it's awesome. 🤙

I grew up around Triumphs in the early to mid '60s. My current 2008 Bonneville T100 is my 3rd Triumph, and I've had 2 Nortons.

Boomer with a Speedmaster since 2022. Riding since 1970, and it is the most comfortable and easy to operate bike I’ve ever had.

i`m in love with my 2022 Speed Twin 1200. I highly recommend.

I purchased a street twin as my first bike bike after ten years in the wilderness. Had one of the ltd edition scramblers (agree too many but try and by one!) and now with a speed twin 1200. Perfect balance between looks and performance. Great vid👍

My first bike was an 84 Yamaha XS650 and loved the Standard ride. I wanted a more modern bike so a few months ago I bought a new to me 2018 T12o Black. Love this bike. The ride is great. The look is great. Took me a few rides to feel comfortable with the power increase but better then wishing I had more. Keep up to great content Yammie.

@JohnCunningham-sy5ug

5 ай бұрын

Lol.had a 1972 XS650 your story like mine I have the thruxton. 😊

I owned a CBR-600F and later a YZF-R6. Then spent 14 years in the wilderness, sans bike. Came back to it when I bought a lightly used Triumph Thruxton R. Excellent machine. I’ve had a blast with it. The handling has more capability than I have courage, which is to be preferred and there’s more than enough power on tap. The styling of the bike attracts the attention of older gentlemen and also children. Lol. All part of its charm, I suppose.

I'm looking to get back in the club and have been eyeing a 2019 street twin. This video couldn't have been better timed for me.

I have 2009 T100. Love it! Had sport bikes prior and wish I'd got the Triumph from the start. Constant compliments on every ride!!!

I just got the 2023 T100. Will probably keep it forever but I just hate that the customization and maintenance will be expensive but it's just a beautiful bike.

@julieb5434

Жыл бұрын

I have a 2022 T100. Love it a little more every day. Eye candy and fun to ride.

@5:29 movin' right along! It ain't easy being green! Ralph too, love his hat.

Subscribed and liked because this was so comprehensive and useful! Thanks!

I have a 2014 Thruxton 900. Love it. It’s a great bike. People stop me all the time and it gets looks constantly. Easy to modify. Lots of niche market stuff out there too.

@MrThomaskirchner

Жыл бұрын

Oh btw, at least with the air cooled versions… you almost HAVE to get rid of the secondary air injection. It causes a horrible stumble off idle.

Get the Speed Twin 1200. Upgrade the suspension and you have a legit sport bike in a tweed jacket. You were gonna do a review of my buddy Alex's Speed Twin back in December I think, I was bummed when you guys couldn't work out the schedule... We tuned ours and are getting 103hp at the wheel as well as 85ft/bs... Tossed on some Ohlins shocks and a damper, K-Tech cartridges and springs up front and you can cruise in style or do a track day on it, and it won't have you visiting the chiropractor after each ride.

I just bought the new 2023 Speedtwin Chrome 900 after riding sports tourers for many years. Wish I'd done it sooner so easy to ride and it looks and sounds like a motorcycle should!

Great video. Keep up with the good work 😊

Hi from Australia mate, great review I recently bought a 2017 Thruxton R with only 14,000 km's on it I love it to bits

I picked up a '15 Bonneville America LT, use it for travelling to other countries or long trips. it feels a lot more comfortable but would say it's definitely an underrated motorcycle from the brand

@jimbosavage

Жыл бұрын

Problem with the America is that it's not a Harley, but costs more than a Japanese cruiser so no one really wants one. The other Bonneville motorcycles are more unique.

I'm all about the scramblers. I have a 2020 Street Scrambler and I absolutely love it. It feels classy but just a hair rugged, which is the perfect balance for me. I could see eventually getting a Scrambler 1200, but that won't be for a long time.

@lifeofascrambler

Жыл бұрын

💯 agree!

I've just bought a 1200 scrambler xc. Can't wait to pick it up!

Got me an 09 SE customed out and tuned. Gnarly bikes.

Just ordered and waiting for my new Speed Twin 1200, nice replacement from Yamaha XJR400R. Can’t wait!

I'm quite happy to stick with my 1978 T140V.

Classic, retro, cruiser..these are what I love, a motorcycle to be!

I own a 2006 T100 and I absolutely love and cherish that bike.

Beautiful quality bikes.

I think the Royal special edition was released in 1977 to commemorate Queen Elizabeth’s Silver Jubilee - hence its called the Jubilee model.

Cheers ive been looking at Bonnies and trying to figure out what the differences are between them, this vid was awesome. PS the Thruxtan's also had a 900.

I need a modern classic as a side bike

Have a Speed Twin 1200 and love slogging it around everywhere. Nothing negative to say about it.

I think I fell in love with the Speed Twin 1200, especially the one with the orange tank.

I just bought a 2014 T100 and love it

@davetrigger

Жыл бұрын

Same here

I’m like “Oh no, Yammie’s gonna dump on my lowly T100,” but you didn’t. You saw the charm, power, and looks, as do I.

Hey Yammie! When can we get a Thruxton RS track day?? You’ve talked about before.

I’ve had my ‘23 T120 Chrome Edition for 2 weeks and I love it. I make no apologies. KMA.

At 62 years old and not owning or riding a motorcycle since about 1989, my 2022 Bonneville T120 is powerful enough, eye-catching enough, and totally customizable. The only issue I have is the unexpected rather significant cost of proper maintenance. However, times & prices have changed since the late 'eighties and as someone in Texas once explained to me: "Ain't nothing cheap no more!!"

I ride a 2017 T120 Black. It is thebideal "all rounder" motorcycle. It handles like a dream. Well, since upgrading the flabby suspension which Triumph must have spent £1.99 on producing. With Hagon rear shocks and prog fork springs this bike is now what it should have been in the first place. You do not feel its weight as it is carried low down in the centre of gravity.

I remember my 1978 Triumph Bonneville well, it had oil-in-the-frame, dual points, and positive ground. My 2002 Bonneville America is the replacement.

Thank you Yammie, I’m in New Zealand and a shift worker, one of my most favourite moments of the day is coming home from a very long and hard night shift to watch your accurate and informative content. Keep it coming mate kudos and regards Rooster 🐔 🤘🏍️

I just went to a test ride event. Rode the Tiger 900, 660 and Street Triple. I really liked the 660 but man, all the power is in the high end.

Thruxton and Speed Twin 1200 are built off the same exact platform. Same engine on both, the ST is lighter and 4k less.

@Lethal_Blanket

Жыл бұрын

Thruxton RS is lighter, higher compression ratio, and different engine internals than the Speed Twin.

@andrewbecker3700

Жыл бұрын

@@Lethal_Blanket all wrong. Where are you getting these specs. Check again chief. Second gen Speed Twin is the same engine and lighter.

@stevec6427

Жыл бұрын

The Speed Twin mk2 has the same engine as the Thruxton R. The Thruxton RS has a few lightened internals. The Thruxton RS also gets better suspension and brakes as well. The Speed Twin is a very good bike though

@andrewbecker3700

Жыл бұрын

@@stevec6427 you just keep thinking that. When you figure out what "internals" are more "lightweight" let me know? There's a 4k difference in price. Your telling me having fully adjustable front forks and heavier spoke wheels with innertubes is worth 4 grand extra?

@sirdekkar

Жыл бұрын

@@andrewbecker3700 The stats as of 2023 are RS: 103HP/83 FT 451LB Speed Twin: 98HP/83 FT 476LB. So there is a slight difference. Probably the only noticeable difference would be riding position, and suspension if you were experienced enough. I have the Speed Twin, as I don't need racing suspension, and preferred the look. Pillion option was also of more value.

Own a Thruxton its fun well built great cafe racer. A couple of days a week I wonder all day until the street lights come on.😊

Bought and sold an 06 road king, bought and sold an 18 ultra classic and just bought my dream bike… T120 Black. Oh yeah… sweeeeet bike 👍🏽

Finally a new video!!

im excited for the speed 400 coming out next year. Getting into motorcycling and I really want it to be my first over the RE hunter 350

They shoulda kept the Street Cup around (maybe with a better name and better camshaft to up the HP)

@caferacerqu33n

Жыл бұрын

too close to the also dead Thruxton 1200 that nobody bought, price-wise at the time. Even that version of Thruxton was canned after 2019 due to everyone interested in a cafe bike just getting the full fat Thruxton R (and now RS) The model year after the Cup was canned, the rest of the "street" line did jump 10hp, and got a brake upgrade. It made them dramatically better than the first few model years of the line.

The Bonneville Bobber Chrome edition for me please!!!!!

i don't want a bonnie, i have it (Speed Twin 900), grabbed on february. Really fun, lightweight, lowsit bike. Farewell heavy Honda CBF, but how many travels we did all across Europe? You are always in my heart and soul and remembrance. Still love it, my beloved "Piccola". I hope to have the same fun with "Trofietta".

The King of Cool will reign forever!!!!

Oh another bonneville vid? Well I love these kinds of vids and love my bonnie😁 Woo!

Bought a street twin 900 for my first bike. Best decision ever.

They make a nice bike. 👍🏽 Would really like a Speed Master.

I just bought a Thruxton rs chrome edition. ❤

Been riding a Speedmaster for several years now and I still really like it. It's kind of made me a Triumph simp.

I’m 33 going full on boomer soon with a speedmaster. Still love my 05 thruxton 900, but I need something way more chilled out for when my back hates me

Oh yeah, 👍👍👍 fancy that you taking a brsk from discusing beautiful but fast bikes to discus the purely beautiful variatg I love it. If I had a US income I would own the lower cC varients but I ask is there away of replacing the duo shocks at the back with a single?

Love how them bikes look 🤤

a bonneville video with no mention of the DGR ride? here in Austin, it's a massive thruxton & bobber convention, complete with wax mustaches and monocles.

@kentishmale1969

Жыл бұрын

So a bit like the Goodwood Revival then ??

@highhplainsdrifter9099

Жыл бұрын

Tweed jackets with patches on the elbows too?!😳😂....Do the Harley tough guys like the Bandidos beat on them for being sissys??😆

Speed Twin 1200 !❤

haha it burns to hear the first specially crafted statement from Yammie, for a bonnie guy like myself :D

My money would go to the Scrambler 1200, it has the looks with added capability & passenger accomodations.

Totally off video subject but, I saw my first Jixer? 650 tonight. It was a lot louder than I thought it would be. He rode down the highway and I swore I heard it miles away

I'm waiting for the speed twin to get cruise control then im sold

You are looking at modern brand new Triumphs, I bought a used 2009 Thruxton as my first bike, being a larger-stature person. Love the bike, works for me and I cannot fault it. Don't overlook a used Bonnie, especially if you can handle the torque and don't overlook the older carb versions if you are a big person looking for something besides an HD Sportster, you may be pleased.

Carburetted, pre-2008, 865 Thruxton is the _only_ choice for a _real_ Modern Classic. Clip on handlebars and endless engine tuning possibilities.

I love mine street twin. I can only think of switching bikes for a t120 bonie.

New owner of a 2011 thruxton having fun

Hipster my 70 year old a$$😂😂. My Thruxton R went 151 mph at the Bonneville Salt Flats in 2021 and 11.6 quarter mile ET at 119 mph. Okay not Superbike or even 600cc sportbike quick or fast but definitely enough power to give inexperienced Superbike riders more than challenge in a sprint contest.

@highhplainsdrifter9099

Жыл бұрын

🐂💩💩🎉....😆😆

I rented a Bonneville a few years back, put 300 miles on it in a day long ride. It is not a good retro bike. It is a good bike period. Wish the gas tank was a gallon or more bigger, and that the instruments were more readable. But it was just a fun bike to ride through the desert on interstates and back roads alike

Why do some people think that anything that is not a race bike is no good. Yammie and others seem to forget that there’s no speed limit anywhere in the us that this bike can’t handle and that his kind of ‘performance’ riding is what raises insurance for everyone else who just wants to have a good time rolling around on 2 wheels

There are two new Triumphs coming with a 400 or 450 CC engine, it is part of the collaboration between Bajaj and Triumph in India with plans of exporting too.

Love the Triumph ❤

speedtwin /t 100 900 beside honda nc 750 s is one of not to much bikes which i prefer more than me sv 650 s in this case its cos more power down low and less gears 👌🏻

Love love love my Bonnie Speed Twin 1200

@fudrock

Жыл бұрын

Me too, me!

@fudrock

Жыл бұрын

Hell yeah, broski!

I own 2022 Bonnie T 100 it’s the Rolex of Classics

@jagosboricic7806

Жыл бұрын

I am 6' ,Will it fit for me?

Speed Twin 1200 is my favorite

As a 2020 t120 black And 2021 Ducati streetfighter V4s owner. I’m sure Ducati is only temporarily. T120 will stay forever.

PAPA YAMS Plz do a full video on garage tour

You gyus should test Junak 400 one of those days (if it's even available in US). Imo it's competition for svartpilen 401 but I only test ridden both of them.

Just bought a 2023 Bonneville Speedmaster

I love my T120 Black. So sexy

An American saying: A triumph is not iconic as Harley Davidson. I was not surprised by that comment. :D

I love the Bobbers

Speedmaster 2nd choice, but Thruxton all the way!

I’m still trying to decide on what style bike to get as my first bike.

@stevec6427

Жыл бұрын

I bought a Bonneville T100 as my first bike after 20 years off and it's perfect. I've also got an MT-07 which is technically better in every way but the Bonneville is so much nicer and more fun to ride.

ride some triumph bike speed twin 765rs and rocket3. triumph made some serious good bike.