Willies Wheels

Willies Wheels

Motorcycles, product reviews, London life and good times! Sharing my passions.

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  • @ice2642
    @ice2642Күн бұрын

    I always choose a new one over a used one. Changing the subject, What brand are your gloves? I like them a lot.

  • @jdubs-56
    @jdubs-562 күн бұрын

    I've got a 2018 T120. Fantastic bike. Stock seat is improved on by the comfort seat. Well made machine.

  • @AsaCarrick
    @AsaCarrick3 күн бұрын

    Just replaced my 2017 T100 after 140,000 km. with the very same T120 as you feature. The latter excels in three main areas. i) Delicious surge of power ii ) Superb Brembo twin front disc brakes iii) Brilliant headlight system in all three Phases. It is and feels heavier but handles superbly in twisties and corners. It's one failing is in tight city traffic where the T100 excels. Both are superb bikes, haven't sold T100 yet, but the T120 is a step up

  • @alexwilsonpottery3733
    @alexwilsonpottery37333 күн бұрын

    Kinda funny having someone who’s 6’3” saying how easy it is to flat-foot, when they can probably flat-foot pretty much anything, maybe even a MK1 MINI!.

  • @inthebush96
    @inthebush966 күн бұрын

    Just got back from a 6500 mile trip on my old 865 Bonneville. Cheaper and shorter and lighter. Still plenty of power on the highway and way more managable offroad, even with the lower travel and clearance

  • @Borgz34
    @Borgz346 күн бұрын

    ❤❤❤

  • @Cyan37
    @Cyan379 күн бұрын

    Thanks for telling me there's a bobber version of it....holy smokes what a beauty!!

  • @jorjorbinks89
    @jorjorbinks899 күн бұрын

    Can't insure because it's too nice? And they don't want to risk having to pay for it if it got stolen or damaged? That's crazy. Ummm that's what insurance is for...

  • @Willieswheels
    @Willieswheels9 күн бұрын

    Exactly. It’s gone bonkers!

  • @davidskaggs9914
    @davidskaggs991410 күн бұрын

    Love this bike...sat on one yesterday and can't yet decide between Speedmaster and T120.

  • @Willieswheels
    @Willieswheels9 күн бұрын

    Both are lovely bikes mate, choose the one that has the most comfortable position for you (and if you’re planning lots of pillion the speedmaster is nice)

  • @Fishingfrancewitholiver
    @Fishingfrancewitholiver11 күн бұрын

    I went for a ride on a meteor 350 and loved it . And at the time i owned a TDM 900 . The meteor and scram 411 put a massive smile on my face

  • @ray9734
    @ray973411 күн бұрын

    Bought a 2021 new and all ive had to do is change oil and keep it in tires. Not one hiccup.

  • @themightydash1714
    @themightydash171412 күн бұрын

    Yup I have a huge pipeburn on my leg, massive blister due to that damn cat. Going to have to order the Xpipe. Wrapping the pipes tomorrow to see if it makes any difference, can't wrap the cat though. So see what happens

  • @oliviermagere
    @oliviermagere12 күн бұрын

    Yes, agreed, I have one too and to me, its off-road capability for the average rider is at most gravel trail/fire road with no difficulty. I'll take it to Salisbury plains to scratch that offroad itch of mine and will ride with a trail riding guide company who provide small dual sport rentals.

  • @sebastianvilchesmeza4993
    @sebastianvilchesmeza499314 күн бұрын

    Hello. How did you separate the brake and turn signal? Because I tried but the motorcycle connection only has 3 inputs and the brake and turn signal occupy the same cable

  • @mansfielda149
    @mansfielda14914 күн бұрын

    Had mine for just over a year. Fit the 16 tooth front sprocket and the aftermarket air filter cover and it’ll get to 70 in 4th and happily sit there in 5th. My only gripe was the side stand which held the bike so upright I was worried about it falling over. 10 minutes with a file on the cast stop block and it was sorted.

  • @DM-ci2nn
    @DM-ci2nn17 күн бұрын

    I thought your friend was a girl

  • @Farhan_049
    @Farhan_04918 күн бұрын

    I'd choose a Harley for exhaust notes, but this one cannot be called bad either!

  • @Supercruze
    @Supercruze18 күн бұрын

    That high front fender is sick.

  • @user-ek5vj5hz5s
    @user-ek5vj5hz5s19 күн бұрын

    Интересно узнать про надежность, а не про дизайн и звук. Это и до тебя уже сказали каждый 1-й обзорщик. И тараторил бы помедленнее, а то запор мысли - понос слов

  • @Willieswheels
    @Willieswheels9 күн бұрын

    🤝🏻

  • @openroadmoto
    @openroadmoto20 күн бұрын

    Well done for being honest. It's easy to be sucked in by marketing. I love the look of the 1200 but would only consider it as a road bike. And with the state of UK roads it'd do a great job.

  • @Willieswheels
    @Willieswheels9 күн бұрын

    It’s smooth as butter through pot holes etc. just seems a shame to have such a capable machine and not utilise it

  • @nounoufriend1442
    @nounoufriend144221 күн бұрын

    Ride Thruxton 1200 one with right way up forks but my favourite of the Bonneville range is the Speed twin , not really considered the T120 yet will have to get test ride on one , does look nice though

  • @ginoasci2876
    @ginoasci287622 күн бұрын

    I don’t like the heat or the key fob, but can live with the heat because all bike get hot, but we are forced to live with the key fob. I’d retro fit it as well.

  • @421Rider
    @421Rider23 күн бұрын

    Something I would add is what a non motorcyclist said while complimenting my T120. "It's compact." I hadn't thought of it, but in addition to be far lighter than a Harley Davidson, Indian, or a Japanese touring bike, it is. I have mine outfitted with a center stand, Hepco and Becker side cases, top case, and crash bar in chrome. Also have a windscreen and the color scheme is same as yours. It is without question the finest motorcycle I have ever ridden. Even though my T100 is still my favorite and my Scrambler 400X has been getting the lion's share of riding since I got it in June.

  • @denniseaton8136
    @denniseaton813623 күн бұрын

    Looks stupid.

  • @mr.hollingsworth9224
    @mr.hollingsworth922423 күн бұрын

    Nice.

  • @SteliosPapagrigoriou
    @SteliosPapagrigoriou25 күн бұрын

    Excellent review and amazing cinematography! I have a Hunter 350 and I'm seriously looking the 400x as an upgrade!

  • @Willieswheels
    @Willieswheels22 күн бұрын

    Awesome, thank you!

  • @chrissunde1104
    @chrissunde110425 күн бұрын

    That headlight is finally to grow on me. It's different, tomorrow's retro.

  • @Willieswheels
    @Willieswheels22 күн бұрын

    Totally agree! The shape of the DRL is killer

  • @narendrairengbam112
    @narendrairengbam11225 күн бұрын

    I don't think it's ride by wire.

  • @leeinwis
    @leeinwis10 күн бұрын

    It is, not to my liking but not a deal breaker I guess.

  • @Willieswheels
    @Willieswheels9 күн бұрын

    It is

  • @LCBBuilders
    @LCBBuilders25 күн бұрын

    Completly understand your situation. Yep a dirt bike is gonna get banged up off-road-especially if you go hard and mud/tight trails are involved..... You will fall off.The bikes can take it. There is no way in Hell I would Take that Triumph or its equivalent out in anything more than a gravel road. All The advertising that show these bikes out there doing it is utter bull shit.

  • @mojouk8935
    @mojouk893526 күн бұрын

    I have just bought this bike 2024 model for my first A bike from a CBT license and OMG its hell of a machine from the Benelli leonchino 125cc, yep i went straight to this lol stalled it twice at 241mi so far its amazing!

  • @redmille1000
    @redmille100027 күн бұрын

    It’s a scrambler in name only unless you are bloody good and very experienced off road, keep it and get a cheap Honda XR 250 for off road (other off road bikes are available)

  • @LoFInvestment-lq5dx
    @LoFInvestment-lq5dxАй бұрын

    This is by far the best review I’ve seen, of any bike 🔥. It looks like you pull away from the red lights quite easily. Is this bike “fun” enough in the city I mean, will going from 0 to 30/50 feel quick, or will it feel dull? The top speed is fine with me, I just want fun in the low end, on the weekend and on my way to work. Thanks in advance🎉

  • @Willieswheels
    @Willieswheels22 күн бұрын

    Exactly what you said! It’s got enough poke to feel fun, nippy etc it’s great!

  • @Magicks
    @MagicksАй бұрын

    But part of the reason you'd buy a Triumph Scrambler is for the aesthetics of the high side pipe. It's pretty crucial to that vintage scrambler look. With that being said, exhaust pipes get hot, even without the catalytic converter, it's still going to get hot. Complaining about the heat from the high pipe on a scrambler is akin to complaining about how uncomfortable clip on handlebars are.

  • @chas4life
    @chas4lifeАй бұрын

    Mine is a 2021 RP and I have 22K miles on it so far. But a fair bit of adventuring. It is... in my opinion, my favorite bike I've ever owned. It's just "Classy". It's not perfect, but it is so so capable of so many adventures and she's taken me on the best of my life. Even now, I'm considering some minor upgrades but TBH it has not kept me from the travels I wished to take up top this point. I can't see ever parting with this bike. She's a keeper.

  • @raffaelecalandrella6788
    @raffaelecalandrella6788Ай бұрын

    I personally went for a speed twin 1200. Personally I feel I like it give u more flexibility if u feel more “sporty” some day, while you don’t miss the elegance and the triumph style

  • @markanderson3870
    @markanderson3870Ай бұрын

    "Mostly" like the styling, like the tank, but not a fan of the squiggly seat and the droopy side-panel. Is goofy a style? Could live with the alloy wheels. Nice tight package though.

  • @davewilkirson2320
    @davewilkirson2320Ай бұрын

    2022 GT 3. Best bike I ever had. And I owned many.

  • @stalker1567
    @stalker1567Ай бұрын

    Insurance???? U on crack???? I pay 300 for a bike double the price.

  • @Willieswheels
    @Willieswheels22 күн бұрын

    Not on crack just live in a city where bike thefts are far too common 😅

  • @dalewintle8099
    @dalewintle8099Ай бұрын

    Always entertaining content bud , glad to see your not pressured by the stats , stay safe out there.

  • @Willieswheels
    @WillieswheelsАй бұрын

    Thanks Dale! Likewise.

  • @nickmurphy5616
    @nickmurphy5616Ай бұрын

    Nice video - it is easy to be seduced by the manufacturers videos (as you said yourself). I have a 690 enduro, I take that off road and that can feel big. But, I've chucked it down the side of a mountain, dragged it out at the bottom and rode off....plastic... (i did break the SW motech engine bar... cheap shit). However. whenever I see a 1200 scrambler advert .... I want one .....

  • @stopper90004
    @stopper900045 күн бұрын

    I Went from a 690.to 1200 scrambler...i got tired of the 690's instability at high freeway speed, with any wind gust blowing me around. I found the scrambler just as good off road (not too technical stuff) despite the weight. I bought a klx 250 for more technical dual sport riding... Great, little and much lighter than the 690. The klx is surprisingly smooth at 75 on the freeway (actually more stable than the ktm!). I'm thinking the Tuareg 660 is my next bike. It's an ugly duck but everyone says it's the unicorn. Keeping the scrambler because it's so much fun in town, stable at high speeds and looks like a super model 😂..

  • @TheAdventuresofPhilJones
    @TheAdventuresofPhilJonesАй бұрын

    Great to see you, Will and thanks for the update. Life can get crazy at times and as you say, you also want to enjoy the present. I hope all continues to go well for you and your family! 🥰

  • @Willieswheels
    @WillieswheelsАй бұрын

    Thanks Phil! Hope you're well mate.

  • @mattmackane
    @mattmackaneАй бұрын

    Sold. Going to buy one in Bangkok next month! Cheers.

  • @Willieswheels
    @Willieswheels22 күн бұрын

    Hope you enjoy it!

  • @c.klotzbucher4034
    @c.klotzbucher4034Ай бұрын

    You are what we call in Germany a Warmduscher or a Zipflgsicht. Or at least a Depp. You have no idea how to ride a bike. If I even look at the Scram I know how to handle it with 38 years of skill riding motorcycles in Germany and the mountains. I bought it, and I’m f*#*£$g come along with such issues like high CG. I’m fed up with videos like yours where people are judging a bike or manufacturer even not knowing anything about how to drive it!

  • @Tobias611
    @Tobias611Ай бұрын

    "We shoot weddings." No wonder the cinematography on your 400x video was so damn beautiful! Love your videos, and even if it takes some months to release new ones, they're a treat!

  • @Willieswheels
    @WillieswheelsАй бұрын

    That is SO kind. Thank you! Really means alot that you notice I put lots of effort into these videos.

  • @andytrace
    @andytraceАй бұрын

    Totally feel your pain! I've got a 13 month old, also freelance and currently have a few videos half edited, some just sat raw on my drives or as ideas in my mind. Plus my scrambler is currently in bits in the basement awaiting me doing my first top end rebuild! 😅 You're doing great! Keep up the good work and remember, us viewers are much less critical than you are, so when you think the edits are 80% there, do yourself a favour and just export 🤣 (I'm hoping one day I can listen to my own advice!) 🙏

  • @Willieswheels
    @WillieswheelsАй бұрын

    Hey thanks Andy! Fellow friend in the struggle 🥲 appreciate your kind words man, I will check out your work too! Thanks for the comment

  • @andytrace
    @andytraceАй бұрын

    @@Willieswheels I wouldn't bother checking anything just yet! No bike stuff currently but a few things in the pipeline. Just tell me it gets better with the kids as they get older? 🤣 Our guy just doesn't sleep!

  • @FunWithAJ
    @FunWithAJАй бұрын

    Been wondering where you been. Actually checked your channel manually twice the past month and didn't see any new uploads. Makes sense. Life happens. I'm curious to see the new bike and I do think a soft tail build we be a cool series. As long as it wouldn't ruin your insurance like the scrambler

  • @Willieswheels
    @WillieswheelsАй бұрын

    Ah thanks mate. Got lots in the chamber so hopefully get some more videos out in the very near future!

  • @dream_o2w
    @dream_o2wАй бұрын

    Awesome mate, looking forward to seeing more long form videos 💪🔥

  • @Willieswheels
    @WillieswheelsАй бұрын

    Thanks dude!

  • @ethanclarkfilm
    @ethanclarkfilmАй бұрын

    send me the hard drives and i'll sort you out on those edits x

  • @Willieswheels
    @WillieswheelsАй бұрын

    🥹🥹🥹

  • @peterhobbs7609
    @peterhobbs7609Ай бұрын

    Good to see you back, your content is always exceptionally good, take your time, family first

  • @Willieswheels
    @WillieswheelsАй бұрын

    Thanks Peter, appreciate the kind words! I’m not going anywhere, just be prepared for some out of timeline videos coming up 😂

  • @electrobob1
    @electrobob1Ай бұрын

    I like the finishing of your gloves! What brand are they? I have zipper style gloves which broke and need a replacement. kr, Erik

  • @Willieswheels
    @WillieswheelsАй бұрын

    Thanks Erik! They are from Fogy Garage. They feel really nice.

  • @electrobob1
    @electrobob1Ай бұрын

    @@Willieswheels Woah that's a nice website! I have a white Guzzi Griso "gentleman cupracer" and Roland Sands leather jacket and gloves (similar retro style) but lately I noticed leather really does keep me off the road when wet or cloudy and ended up with a hangar queen LOL!! Fogy's cloth line could suite a RE classic 350 (handles soo light the 200kg isn't noticeable) I have been eyeballing on as well. However... I did some research on lightweight motorcycles because the Classic 350 isn't the lightest and found the vitpillen (poor sound IMO) and the Honda CRF300Rally. This bike might be of interest for you being in the 150kg range, manageable power, good top speed and milage , lots of plastic panels (cheap) and quite big. I'm 5'9" and at 51yrs I'd consider one of these as a last purshase being the CF300Rally considered to high next decade for me and the Classic350 without pillion an easy bike to climb on. I'm pretty sure the Griso will be outsourced someday with it's 250kg when get I aged and speed or power is irrelevant. Even the Classic350 can be on scrambler tires which many do. Read up on the CRF300Rally! kr, Erik