2015 Triumph America LT 1st Ride & Review

[@MrSTOUT73]

I live in Milwaukee Wisconsin, "home" of HD and truthfully? EVERYBODY around here has a Harley! That's one reason why I'm seriously looking at the Triumph America LT. I like the styling and the fact that it's NOT a Harley and it's NOT a V twin ... something different than the rest of the herd. Another factor is price. Harley's are woefully overpriced and mostly you're just buying the name and "aura" around the brand. Now, they're great bikes but can cost twice what a Triumph would. I'm going to the Triumph dealer this Saturday and have a look around. Great review!

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Wayne Novotny Good luck! In my opinion, although it isn't as powerful as the Rocket III, I'd say that the Thunderbird Storm is the best Triumph cruiser as it is a lovely balance between weight and power... Have a great Saturday and I look forward to hearing what you think! Enjoy! And don't forget to shout Tally Bally Ho! It helps! ;-)

[@MrSTOUT73]

I'm sure you're right but I'm also operating on a budget and the America is in my price range. Keep up the videos, I love'em! TALLY BALLY HOOOOOOO!

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Wayne Novotny I'm glad! Enjoy!

[@MrSTOUT73]

I bought it today. Put money down, pick it up next week with the balance.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Wayne Novotny Ooh! Cool! Let us know how it goes! :-) Exciting!

[@Doticaster]

I like that. I'm only 5'10" so it would probably suit me a treat. I remember in my first vlog when I went 60mph for the first time, my quote was, "I feel like a parachute." You get used to it though. Shame it hasn't got a fuel gauge and gear indicator. I know most cruisers don't but I kinda want them for my next bike. Nice review fella ✊

[@CaptainRambunctious]

+Doticaster Thank you! With regards to the fuel gauge, it's easy enough to reset the trip, and gear indicator wise, I've never needed one, but I do find I use one when I have it...

[@voornachter5921]

Morning captain! Ton from the Netherlands here. Thank you for the pleasant review of the America. Although I am a re-entering the motorworld after 30 years, this Triumph has my undivided attention, well...the Speedmaster actually. But most comments and reviews are pretty much the same, a easy comfortable and very good to handle for "veterans" and new riders, even for riders like me with my 6,2 ft (188 cm). The sound seems to be the only issue most viewers do comment on, but the aftermarket does provide lots of diversity ( BC, Trident, etc). So' at first an testride and then see what the market is offering. Concerning your way of reviewing these British bikes, very practicle approach and very British as it should be on such a bike, thank you!

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Thank you very much Ton! Yes, a perfectly able bike and fun to boot... Just not enough oomph for me... It should do you very well, and the Speedmaster has a little more room due to the different bars and rake... Thank you for your kind words and for watching! I agree with you entirely... I can't help being British, so why shy away from it? Why not embellish it! :-)

[@voornachter5921]

+Captain Rambunctious right on! Hope to see more of your video's and I'll definitely will keep track!

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Voorn Achter Ride safely dear fellow.

[@nwroadrat]

I recognize that sound. That was my first owned bike. A phenomenal freeway, comfort and long distance transport bike for the price. The older models weren't balanced as well as they could be. That made them easy to tip and troublesome in slower maneuvers. I suspect they've tried to attack some of that with the fatter front tire. One complaint the older ones had, the reason I like them, they fit tall people well and not small and short people. It looks like the newer handlebars and floorboard would be crunching me up too.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

***** Yes, now it seems that they are for those of a diminutive stature! It was a very good machine. Nothing more, nothing less. :-)

[@yeoldebimbler608]

Dear Mr Rambunctious. I've watched your vid with great interest as I own a 2014 America in two tone red and I'm well chuffed with it. I have the short tors slash cut pipes which, if I might say sound considerably better. All that popping on the overrun must be down to not having the fuelling mapped correctly as mine doesn't pop at all. Although my Mic is pants on my last vid its possible to hear my pipes. Feel free to take a gander. Enjoying your vids immensely.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Yes, I figured that there would be better pipes out there! I'm fairly certain that the popping is due to the SAI and also possibly that it may not have been remapped after having the shorties put on. It's a very good medium cruiser, but as with yours, I'd prefer to have had louder pipes!! :-) Thanks for watching and thank you for enjoying my vids! I'll check out yours! :-) Tally Bally Ho! :-)

[@michaelpearce801]

Picked up my LT on the 23/06/16 with the short pipes still getting used to it after being on a old cx500 before. found it to be a lovely ride so far .

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Good to know! Thank you for watching and commenting! Enjoy the ride! :-)

[@garystuartwicks6322]

I'm collecting my America LT tomorrow, one of the limited edition sky blue and new England White 1of 25 models, love the video, thank you

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Brilliant! Enjoy! 😊

[@garystuartwicks6322]

Cheers

[@breakspirit]

You are the most British thing that ever existed.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Ha! Thank you! :-)

[@TriumphRascal]

A very good review Captain, I agree with all your comments. Having owned one for nearly 3 years now, I just have to say to any critics, if you think it lacks power, you should buy a Rocket Touring... I had one for 10 months...good luck if you can afford and live with one! The America gives enough performance and is cheap to run and good fun. My pipes sound better than the ones on the one you rode (in my opinion)...& you are right about the bars being too far back. Mines up for sale by the way! Good review, keep them coming. Tally Bally Ho!!

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Triumph Rascal I'll do my best! I'm glad that you enjoyed it, especially if you have one! :-) Quite a compliment!

[@TheBassfresh]

Triumph TOR sound great and are the only pipes that will not void your warranty. I have them on my 2013. Love the sound.

[@richardmorgan1588]

Loved the MPATHG quote! Probably the funniest film ever made!

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Richard Morgan Probably?! ;-) Thanks for watching!

[@petertaylor2148]

I've got the 2003 America carburettor job... I love it . l find it can be ridden rather hard on twisting roads other cruisers seem to struggle to keep up.. I would love triumph to build this style of bike with the new Thruxton R engine.. ha ha Awesome Maybe in another few years .. TBH !

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Yes, I would have thought that they will... The whole range will be overhauled... They are very nice bikes! Enjoy! Thank yo ufo watching and TBH!

[@muskokamike127]

4:36 Your description of your seating position must mean you're relatively tall? That's one of the reasons I'm looking for my next bike, I'm a little short for my vstar, my sticks don't quite rest on the front pegs, they're more against them and I always feel like they're going to slide off. I have to point my left foot forward to shift.

[@lrcb40]

Captain! I see you're in jolly old Herts. As a former dweller in that fine county, I immediately felt at home riding along with you on Her Majesty's highways and byways.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Andrew Nichols I'm glad to hear it! I hope you enjoy the rest of my vids... :-) Thanks for watching!

[@Bearded484]

yay!!! I'm first! cos i love you the most! I like that bike just not with all the extra bits and bobs like sissy bar and screen etc... but it sounds gorgeous!

[@CaptainRambunctious]

BeardedBker484 It was a hoot! Still miss the torque you get from a bigger engine, but lets face it, the larger engines are car engines... :-)

[@Bearded484]

thats only the rocket III... I love the torque on my speedy! its just so much fun! although some how i have worn out the front tyre quicker then the back?...

[@CaptainRambunctious]

BeardedBker484 That's odd. Sounds like you're understeering somehow? Have you cranked up the rear at all?

[@Bearded484]

no I'm putting it down to the back tyre being the wrong size, its supposed to be a 190/55 but when shopping for new rubber i was checking what size i had, it seemed odd when i looked at it, and on the wall it says 190/50... I have told my local dealer and they are giving me fitting for free and paying for my rear tyre so... swings and roundabouts...

[@CaptainRambunctious]

BeardedBker484 That makes sense... And nicely done on getting a free tyre! :-)

[@johnDukemaster]

I'm glad Triumph makes a good mid-cruiser. I like the cruiser style very much, you see, and the bear thought of just having all those v-twins to choose among is dreadful. The Speedmaster is the right one for me since I like that, shall we call it, more aggresive position. Off with the airfilterbox, add some good exhausts, remap or rejet and vuptii! All those sleepy horses are awake! Btw, the new Speedy has got a 19" front wheel. A chap wrote something about a Streetbob and Wideglide review. Both better than the one you tried earlier. (Softail-ish) The Streetbob is the better of the 2. But still miles from the Thunderbird! Tada!

[@CaptainRambunctious]

John Mård Ooh! Thanks for all the info! Looks like I'll be back trying Harleys soon then! :-) And yes, I know that there are more horses in the 865cc engine, it's just a pity there is quite a bit more weight!

[@johnDukemaster]

No hurries mate. If you ask me, try the Speedmaster first! ;-) Try mine? :-)

[@ianmorrissey5453]

Hi Captain, I like your reviews very much. I am planning a 2 day ride in the USA in September about 500 miles per day. I have done 1 day trips previously and have rented Harleys but was not overly impressed (being a Triumph man). I could rent a Thruxton or a Bonnie but I am not sure my bottom could last for that long. Unfortunately a Triumph cruiser is not available. I know I would not be able to do this trip if I was riding my Street Triple. Any thoughts?

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Ian Morrissey Hmm. Interesting. I've done similar mileage on the Street Triple with the gel seat, but not quite 1000 miles in 2 days on the Thruxton with a gel seat. I think that seating position on the Bonnie would be the most relaxing, as it is a comfortable sit up position with plenty of leg room, whereas the street triple and thruxton have higher and more rearwards pegs. HOWEVER, I'd ask if you could specify the gel seat for the bonnie? Also, depends on your luggage requirements as well. It's a pity that you couldn't rent a Thunderbird... The LT would be perfect for this. The most fun bonnie in my opinion is the T100 as it is the most classic looking but also has plenty of space for panniers and they might supply you one with them on. Anyway, that's all I can think of I'm afraid, but have fun! It sounds like a great ride! Your other option would be the Sprint GT. Yes it's modern, but you wouldn't notice the mileage at all. I just rode one and was blown away as a touring option. Tally Bally ho! :-)

[@ianmorrissey5453]

Captain Rambunctious Thanks for your quick reply. I doubt I would be able to ask for a gel seat. Luggage requirements will be minimal so will use my Kriega R25 probably. I agree the Thunderbird would be perfect. I wonder if there is a Triumph Dealer near San Diego who could help. We will be riding from San Diego to Las Vegas...can't wait!

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Ian Morrissey It's worth a try. Even any dealer with Triumphs available? San Diego is lovely, you're going to enjoy this! :-)

[@ianmorrissey5453]

Captain Rambunctious Just sent email to Rocket Motorcycles so let's see what happens.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Ian Morrissey Good luck!

[@SpikeyOfficial]

Quite a beast you have there :p. Can't say I'm too keen on the handle bars though.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

TheSpikeyBiker Exactly my issue! :-) Thanks for watching Spikey!

[@bloodyhell451]

That's some broadband connection you have there Captain ! I'll watch later. Taking the girls out for lunch !

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Hope you have a nice relaxing Sunday!

[@castrejo67]

That bike ( in red if I could get it) is what I would love to get when I can thanks for the review, only made me more determined to get it, tally ho chap :) cheers mate :)

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Glad you liked it and mostly, that you found it useful! Thanks.

[@castrejo67]

always :) cheers

[@medeiros3610]

I parked the Harley after I picked up a 2016 T-bird and it hasn’t moved since 😂. Good bike prices right ;-)

[@miciomiao4746]

Hello from Italy. Could tell me which pipes are these ? Thank you

[@CaptainRambunctious]

I believe that these are the standard America pipes on this model.

[@HugoGSamuraiHg]

She sounds Very Niceeeeee Very nice video/review I think you Failed the Challenge on scraping the floor peg things lol Thumbs up

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Yes I did fail! I was too scared of the rake with no ABS but the roads weren't the best!

[@catdragon1516]

I'd have been too scared to try. I'm always more careful when I don't own what I'm riding...strange but true

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Cat Dragon Not strange! Especially when there's a £1000 excess on a demo ride! :-)

[@atomant451]

Put in over 8500 K in my first riding season, I have highway pegs. the offset of the engine brings your right leg close to the cylinder head, and if your riding in rain gear you have a good chance of melting your pant leg. Other than that I love this bike. Mine is a 2012 and I'm really disappointed in the lack of after market add on,s. I generally cruise alone and wish there was an after market back support for single riders. And I wish there was a center stand as standard.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Thank you for the review... Try starting here for after market stuff (if you haven't already) www.british-customs.com/shop?find=triumph-america-2012-316572 And here: normanhyde.co.uk/hinckley-triumph.html?cat=11&limit=30 This is a good thread on the Triumph fan forum www.triumphrat.net/cruisers-america-speedmaster/142752-other-parts-that-fit-our-bikes.html Hope that this helps and sorry if you've looked into these before? Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. TBH!

[@laurenceharvey6202]

Another superb review from our best chappy Captain Ram .....Tallyhooooooooh lol

[@MrJpb2000]

Another good review Captain. Would you be able to review the Harley Davidson DYNA Wide Glide & Street Bob...then the Yamaha MT07 at some stage! 😎 (as I like your review types). Thank you.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

I'll see what I can do!

[@andybryant9105]

I nearly got this one but opted for the Tracer instead

[@petergoddard1960]

Review up to your usual standards (tick), Bars rotated too far back (no tick), Engine sounds like a sewing machine (no tick). Its blue (no tick) Too much chrome (no tick) They're ok, I prefer the drag bars on the much meaner looking Speedmaster, although with a few tweaks I'm sure this is a creat bike for touring, if a little under powered for long runs fully loaded with camping kit etc. Give me a Bonnie/Thruxton/Scrambler any day :-)

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Pretty much summarises how I felt! Cheers! :-)

[@lewisranshaw9866]

Love your videos. Im an avid follower and looking at the classic Royal Enfield. The matte Military Green. I know it isnt your thing but what are thoughts? And would you ever review one?

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Lewis Ranshaw Very interesting and lovely looking bike. Another blogger rides one +ArizonaRE and he seems to have a hoot! It looks great. However, being a single, you will have pretty heavy vibes. It is low power (about 42bhp) but has a good thump. It is light as well. It is basically a retro bike that really doesn't have much performance. You basically ride it for its looks. A bit like my Thruxton but lacking the performance. But if you LOVE the look and how it makes you feel when you are on it, and that is what you crave, then there is nothing wrong with it! It's a very cool bike. I don't know you, but I know that I would get bored with it and would miss acceleration. But it IS a very cool looking bike. I would love to review one if I found a local RE dealer. I'll do some research. :-) Thanks for watching!

[@lewisranshaw9866]

I'm used that! I helped a friend of mine refurbish 3 Norton's. 2 350's and a 500 and they whallop you from your attempt to start resulting in broken legs until finish. Unfortunately I'm only 19 so I'm rather restricted on the power front but thankyou very much for your opinion :) Thanks for making Videos!!

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Lewis Ranshaw No problem! :-) I'm glad that you like them! I have a lot of fun on my bike, and am glad people enjoy what I do! :-)

[@lewisranshaw9866]

Good I'm glad that you do. We aren't tired of watching you yet!

[@johnforensicman6179]

I want one (or speedmaster), but my concern is my eyesight. Its excellent long distance, can read a number plate at 3 mile, unfortunately speedos are a complete blur, which is why I love the digi one in my car and preferred the same in my old Daytona 955i. Dont suppose i could get any sort of conversion anyone?

[@CaptainRambunctious]

I'm fairly certain that you can get al sorts of conversions... There are so many custom places around... Especially online... DO a search... Thanks for watching!

[@equaliser2265]

Get various glasses or contact lenses.

[@RotorRides]

Top video. Very informative. Nice bike, I love my America, wouldn’t own anything else.

[@2cwaves432]

can you please tell me you got your union jack gloves from

[@CaptainRambunctious]

I’m afraid that they were Triumph gloves on sale in 2014 and I can’t find them anywhere. I could do with another pair as mine are wearing out! Sorry to be of no help whatsoever but good luck! Some dealers may have some old stock somewhere?

[@adamapplegarth3585]

Triumph.. British bikes for British people. Definitely a gentleman’s bike.

[@adamapplegarth3585]

Just a quick question I'm 5,6 is this bike gonna be a problem for me?

[@ArizonaRE]

Those look like beach bars, those aren't stock are they? The versions I've seen at the Triumph dealer here have more of a Y bar which I think would have made it more comfortable to you. BTW- I can say, as I have ridden a few Triumphs and the HD 883, that they compare quite well in acceleration and audible stress in high gear cruising speed. The HD Iron 883 'felt' heavier, or higher center of gravity I should say, than the Speedmaster I rode. Toodle Pip, BUHHHEEEEE! B-)

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Arizona RE I think that they are stock, but have been rotated too far down. They need to be a bit higher I think.. I'd certainly make that change if it were mine. You're comment on the HD 883 is pretty much what I would have expected, but until I ride one (which I can't as I didn't like the fit) I won't be able to truthfully compare them! :-) Honoured that you watched! :-) Loved your trip to the classic bikes! :-) Gorgeous. Toodle pip!

[@handsfree1000]

Did you touch down the foot plates?

[@CaptainRambunctious]

I believe I did! It's been a while now, but I seem to remember being able to show the dealer where I had scraped them...

[@gunner9010]

I remember someone telling me about foot boards with replaceable bars on the bottom. I'll have to look that up.

[@fiferjanis4985]

So I see from your other videos you actually got a Thunderbird Storm. I'm kind of stuck between an America and a Thunderbird LT. Is the price-difference worth it for a newb? What if you don't care what size engine it has, as long as it goes? I guess my dilemma comes because the America lacks ABS, has plastic parts, chain, and wondering if I'd "grow out of it" too soon. But I'm afraid the Thunderbird may be too much bike for a newb, and well, it IS more expensive. My backstory: I used to ride back in 1994 with a $100 learner-bike (1982 Honda CB450S Nighthawk). It... had issues. But, it worked for me at the time with no money and learning how to ride. I ultimately sold it as I didn't have the time or opportunity to ride back then. Fast-forward to now, and I now have the time and money to take up riding. Got my permit, road-test/class is in April, but I'd like to get a bike. I keep coming back to the America. Do you think it would be ok for someone getting back into riding with probably 5000 miles (in the driver's seat) experience? Do you think it would be too heavy? I'm 5'11", so don't think being female ever was a problem... but I've heard walking it around the lot could be problematic. Would I get bored quickly and want to upgrade? I've heard several comments about the sound being too quiet & "sewing machine" like and lacking vibration. Perfectly OK with this, myself (and actually prefer it thus). I appreciate any thoughts you have. Tally Bally Ho!

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Hmm. Tricky one. I think the America would be best for a newb because it is lighter and more manageable. However, I think you might tire of if quite quickly? But that's up to your persona really. Ultimately, you could have the thunderbird as a newb but you'd have to be very cautious and careful when slow riding due to the weight, but you say you're ridden before, so maybe those skills are retained from then? You could be a new rider with the Thunderbird, as long as you are careful with the performance until you are more confident and experienced. Up to you. Do you think you are the sort of person who might get bored of a less powerful bike more quickly? Hope this has helped a bit...

[@fiferjanis4985]

Thanks! I'm not really sure. I'm not a torquey speed-demon, and I drive a Prius (lol!) Mostly I think it's the ABS I want. But, as I've never had ABS on a bike before, it's not like I'm downgrading from what I know. There was a time when 800+cc's was considered quite a large engine, so maybe I'll be ok. But now I'm looking around, and it looks like there are some used Thunderbirds to be had for about the same price (or better) than a new AmericaLT. Love that blue though...

[@CaptainRambunctious]

FiferJanis There are blue Thurnderbirds as well.... Have a look at the LT versions...

[@fiferjanis4985]

Well, I ended up going with a Thunderbird, but a slightly older one (2012, 11K miles), which solved the humming and hawing over the $7K difference. (Same price as a new AmericaLT). While not blue, she's got a beautiful "red marble haze" paint job, and I think I was in love when I first saw the listing. (Went in, sat on it, fired it up, looked it over today and said, "let's do it.") Got my ABS, liquid-cooling, etc. Without gas in the tank, she didn't seem overly big. Maybe it's because I've been sitting on a lot of bikes lately, but I think she'll do quite nicely. As for the complaints about the America muffler sound - there was a Speedmaster there with aftermarket slash pipes which had the nice "thump" everyone seems to want - too loud for my taste! But in case that's what you're going for, it appears to be easily achievable, and it had the right "note."

[@CaptainRambunctious]

+FiferJanis I love that paint job you describe. It's a beautiful look! Hope you enjoy! Ride safely and hope I was of some help.

[@josephrizal]

thanks for sharing.... will buy it soon

[@CaptainRambunctious]

You're welcome! Glad you liked it. Thank you for watching...

[@jmould1998]

Where you get the gloves from

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Jordan Mould My local Triumph dealer. They are last year's stock. You should be able to find some on eBay from Triumph dealers or even scouting individual dealers' websites.. They were about £60 though, so not cheap... Good luck and thanks for watching!

[@AwareWolfOnWheels]

A little bit of creeper mode activated in there I see, good boy.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Forgot to add music to that... Ah well...

[@RobertBrumley60]

Nice review! This would be a good introductory bike to riding cruizer's. Motor sounds like a lawnmower though. Maybe a good slip on would make it sound better.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

I',m sure that it would! Thanks for watching and for the comment! :-)

[@SkeggyCruiser]

It looks to me like the bars have been pulled forward, how tall are you Capt? I love the looks of the America but I've always thought it needed more power, quite a good price but given the choice i'd go for the thruxton if there the same price, I suppose one good thing about flying along on a test ride is that you don't have to clean all the bugs off when you take it back, lol, Good ride bro, RSM8.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Skeggy Cruiser Thanks chap! :-) Yes, it's a good solid cruiser, but without the massive torque of the larger engines. An excellent 'starter' cruiser if you like, as I said... I'm not as tall as you, just over 6'1", but I have long legs, so everything felt bunched up. It was a fun ride, but not for me. I'd DEFINITELY have the Thruxton over it...

[@SkeggyCruiser]

Captain Rambunctious Cheers buddy, I'm only 6 feet tall myself and also suffer the long leg syndrome, but I also have really long arms, no Funky Gibbons jokes, lol,

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Skeggy Cruiser You'd be great singing the funky gibbon though! ;-) Ah, I thought you were a bit taller... It's a bit difficult when bike builders try to cater for all sizes. I am best with pegs rather than footboards due to the extra legroom... Thanks for watching as always! :-)

[@CaptainRambunctious]

***** Exactly. Perfect for your stature! Glad you like it and thank you for watching!

[@adamapplegarth3585]

I'm 5' 6 will i be okay on this bike?

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Adam Applegarth absolutely. You should be able to flat foot it...

[@adamapplegarth3585]

@@CaptainRambunctious and reach the pegs?

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Adam Applegarth standby... @phil480 could you reach the pegs on the old America?

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Adam Applegarth I have it from someone shorter than you that ‘it wasn’t too bad. A bit of a stretch but he got used to it’ and he is 5’4...

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Adam Applegarth always worth trying it first though...

[@montaguemonro565]

I'm considering buying one of these from 2007. Can someone link me to some decently loud pipes? The stock ones I heard were very underwhelming.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Where are you based? In the UK, go to the square-dealsltd website. Or try British Customs in the US. Or Norman Hyde in the UK as well... TEC make some excellent pipes too.

[@montaguemonro565]

@@CaptainRambunctious I''m based in Bristol (well on the canals actually hah). I will look at those sites and check it out. Also, I am throwing up between this and the t100, I do prefer the cruiser, is there any reason you would not recommend this one as my first? (just got my A license, been riding 125's for 2 years)

[@bluesguy47]

first thing i did on mine was replace all the warning lamps with LED's so i could actually see them in daylight...

[@whisperingdeath308]

The intro tune is very familiar. ???

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Is it?! It's a generic tune from my editing software, but I chose it because it sounded close to the theme music to Bottom. ;-)

[@aliservan7188]

It does worry me that you can pick one of these up so cheaply. Has anyone lived with one for a few months? I can't find any reviews dealing with actually owning one.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Well it had the same engine which was in my 865 Thruxton and I had that for 2 years. Did 20,000 miles with no issues... They are cheap because they are rather underpowered but look amazing. I prefer them to the new cheap Harleys anyway... :-) They just aren't that popular a range, compared with it's siblings the Bonnevilles.. Should be some good bargains around with the new Bonnevilles now out...

[@SoundgardenMan]

How tall you are T-Rex? Curious

[@CaptainRambunctious]

+SoundgardenMan Only 6'1" but I have long legs and shorter body. My brother is 6'5" and our legs are the same length...

[@SoundgardenMan]

I'm 5'9 so the fit should be good. I'm a lot longer than normal but my arms and legs are average;)

[@CaptainRambunctious]

SoundgardenMan Ha ha! Fair point! ;-) Yes, should be spot on for you...

[@rockintigger]

Hi Captain, the reason you feel the wind on your legs is, YOU'RE GOIN' TO BLOODY FAST, IT'S A CRUISER YOU PLONKER 😜 You should ride it more sedately 👍 BTW never did hear the foot boards grinding, Whimp😄😄😄😄😄😄

[@CaptainRambunctious]

rockintigger ah, you’re so right!! 😁 You didn’t hear the foot boards because they are made of rubber! 😜

[@rockintigger]

@@CaptainRambunctiousI knew I shouda gone to specsavers 🙁 Happy New Year Captain 🍺👍

[@RevvedUpBiker]

Not sure that Triumph should do the American bike thing... There seems to be a lot of Harley impersonators around lately.

[@RevvedUpBiker]

It's a good price!

[@CaptainRambunctious]

It's been around quite a while. Nice to have a medium sized parallel twin cruiser... And yes, a good price too for all that you get!

[@harleyman-fh2oi]

Nice, if I do say so myself...oh I did

[@CaptainRambunctious]

harleyman5521 ;-) You wag you! ;-)

[@chrisdroste3296]

I've taken the Speedmaster out and I think I (and most likely you) I prefer it to this. more nakedness and doesn't look all old man-ish like this. still same 865cc tho, so...

[@CaptainRambunctious]

+Chris Droste That's the issue. It isn't the 1700cc! :-)

[@chrisdroste3296]

+Captain Rambunctious true. there's no replacement for displacement!

[@neilcole4844]

I think clip ons would work! lol

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Neil Cole Now there's a thought! Bent double ready for rear entry! :-)

[@fredrikkhoffman]

The handlebars are way off for crist sakes! They should be much more upright.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

I agree but this was a long time ago! I now own a similar bike but I immediately put in straight bars... Happy watching and thank you for your comment.

[@peteallen82]

Riding only three years, I can tell.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Lovely! How?! Thankfully this was a while ago now!

[@PeterScott32]

Nice review Captain... Great mid size cruiser , lacks the power of it's bigger bro's though she's a big look for a mid size & pretty well bullet proof... Little vid here of the note she can put out... See >> kzbin.info/www/bejne/maiviayffsaBh5I

[@CaptainRambunctious]

+Peter Scott Wow! Lovely sound!! Thanks, I enjoy reviewing. Sometimes I get a bit tunnelled on what I want a bike to be, when actually, this is a very good mid size cruiser! :-)

[@millinutz]

... its a shame you did not mention your height having said you feel so on top of everything. It would give me and others a better insight as to its size. Otherwise well done cap'n, thx.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Thank you for watching millinutz. I apologise for leaving my height out of this one. I do mention my size on most of my reviews, but it's easy for me to forget that people may have not watched my other videos and don't know. I try to remember to say the same things on all my videos but it ends up feeling a bit repetitive... That is definitely my error though. I do have long legs, but I'm not huge, I'm only 6'1 after all, but it was the reach with these bars. Obviously this can be remedied with straighter bars which is what I would do if I got the new Speedmaster. It has the same bars curved in... Thanks for watching and thank you for saying well done! Enjoy your day, ride safely and Tally Bally Ho!

[@millinutz]

omg... it must be raining in UK ! you having the time to reply in such length to me... me being just one of a great number of viewers who have the feeling they must comment on each and every discrepancy, that is commitment to the cause! Thanks again Cap'n. PS. Have been Binge-viewing your channel since finding it.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

millinutz ha ha! Poor you!! You’ll be shouting annoyingly too much soon! TBH!

[@johnspencer5570]

Captain, You know I rode, for more than 50yrs. I don't understand why a Triumph feels the need to SOUND like a Harley. Listen to Jay Leno's Bonneville.

[@inthenameofjustice8811]

Not my kind of bike I would have to say. Looks like its been "Harleynised" and I got the impression that the engine was working too hard. Probably because of the weight issue. No. British Triumph styling works for me every time. Send this to the yanks were style has never been much of a thing (Well not since the 50's and 60's anyway) Let them piss about on it. Sorry Triumph. Not for me. Not that you give a shirty shit about me I realise that but its my opinion anyway. Thanks for the ride along and look at her though, Captain. Bally good of you old thing. Toodles

[@CaptainRambunctious]

InTheNameOfJustice Not at all! All opinions count. They just don't have to be adhered to! :-) You're right that styles change and that Americans should stick to what they do well, and we should stick to what we do well... Having said that, the larger Triumph cruisers are so powerful and handle so well that they really do have a punch in the right direction! :-) I'm certainly smitten with the Thunderbird Storm, as I have mentioned on many an occasion! :-) Thanks for watching as always, and thanks for your comment! Tally Bally Ho! :-) Pip pip!

[@inthenameofjustice8811]

Captain Rambunctious Oops. Sorry my bad old thing. I meant Triumph would not give a shirty shit about my little opinion, not you. I KNOW you hang on my every word. ;o) Takes tongue from cheek

[@CaptainRambunctious]

InTheNameOfJustice Who's cheek and which one?! ;-) Not a problem. They might take notice! I think it depends on whether it's constructive or not... Must remember not to take some comments seriously! :-) Pip pip!

[@inthenameofjustice8811]

Captain Rambunctious Ouch. OK I deserved that one.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

InTheNameOfJustice :-) I meant me!

[@iwarhawki4560]

Are you religious? Didn't expect you were the type. Great review!

[@CaptainRambunctious]

I like singing in all its forms, so choral is as good as rock to me! :-) Doesn't necessarily mean I'm religious though but I can appreciate the need for it.

[@iwarhawki4560]

Captain Rambunctious This isn't relevant but will you be reviewing the Speedmaster or the Daytona?

[@CaptainRambunctious]

I WarHawk I I will be reviewing the speedmaster when my friendly dealer gets one in as a demo soon. As for the Daytona; well, I keep sitting on it and very tempted, but I find the legs too cramped as I have a bit of a bad knee and long legs, but others have asked too, so maybe I should! I owned a Street Triple for a while, so I am not averse to the 675, so I might... Keep checking to see if I do or not! :-) Thanks for watching!

[@nigel8247]

Lol

[@johntasker9588]

Snooze fest sorry mate.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

That’s ok! It’s an old vid... although they’re probably just as boring now!