2021 Triumph Speedmaster 1200 Review

[@buckybadger137]

ER I love how you sacrifice for your viewers. I know you really wanted a day at the zoo, but you put us first, and I respect that. Love my Triumph 1215 Triples, but the 900 Street Twin engine is a great street bike. Haven’t ridden the 1200 Twin but I can imagine they are powerful with plenty of shove down low. Great video and the beach scene is epic. You obviously filmed during summer, but that gives us hope for the upcoming riding season. All the best and Happy New Year!

[@exeterrider]

O yes, it was a tough decision 🤔😂yes this was filmed in August I think. Amazing road and place for the walk round. The 1200 is a very strong engine but it's not a massive jump from the 900. I find the 900 still pulls very well 👍🍻 thanks for Raydon again and all the best for 2022 🍾🍾

[@Saddlebags73]

The things you do for us 😊 Lovely bike and coastal road. It reminded me of the Dartmouth-Kingsbridge road in parts. Cheers ER 🍻

[@exeterrider]

😁I'm just that type of guy 🤔👍

[@drdoolittle5724]

What a Super Boxing Day treat you gave us, Sun, Sea and Triumph, what more could one want!

[@exeterrider]

All part of the service 👍📹🍻

[@mar0364]

I drive a Stone V7 III now. This looks right down my alley.

[@exeterrider]

Yeap a totally different machine for sure : )

[@davideccles1617]

If you don’t mind me asking what make are the trousers you have on?

[@1990-t1j]

Feet-forward makes this a non-starter for me. I like the engine. Great coastal scenery.

[@exeterrider]

Yes, that's fair enough mate. Takes some getting used to 👍

[@grahamtricker4103]

Triumph offer a mid control kit for this bike which makes the foot positions just like the Bobber. Buying it new from a deal you could probably get this included in the price. I've ridden several Speedmasters and they are superb bikes.

[@kevincraig8257]

My wife first bike at 55 years old 2019 model I was purchasing the Tiger and she kept walking around the speedmaster so later on that week I got it for her she learned on that bike with the forward controls what beautiful running sounding and looking bike it has it all

[@exeterrider]

@@kevincraig8257 although a heavy bike, it is very easy to control as a first bike. His choice 👍

[@alexmorgan3435]

Lovely bike for riding the picturesque Isle of WIGHT.

[@exeterrider]

Indeed it is!

[@Trev740]

Grew up on the Island modifying The classic Mini, Military Road was my testing road!

[@exeterrider]

Wow that's cool Trev. I can't think of anything more fun. They have started a mini TT every year they're now I hear. Not sure if it's happened yet though. Military road is stunning!

[@Trev740]

@@exeterrider Military Road is certainly stunning , lots of great memories, I miss those rolling downs and most of all trees’s . We are starved of tree’s here in west Cornwall. Fantastic video

[@exeterrider]

@@Trev740 still I can think of worse places to live than west Cornwall mate 🍻👍

[@Trev740]

@@exeterrider yes it is nice here ,just different

[@davideccles1617]

Great review, I think you were mean not going to the Zoo 😁

[@exeterrider]

ha! na this was my little moment to myself for a change : )

[@MrLou8888]

Really nice bike and a good review.

[@exeterrider]

Thanks Louis, merry Xmas to you and yours 🎄🍻

[@quinnpeaksbiker]

Really great review, beautiful scenery and really interesting bike. Never been to the island of white, looks very nice, at least I know where to leave kids now 🤣 thanks for putting it together on your holiday! Take care and stay safe mate 😀🖖🏼

[@exeterrider]

It's a lovely place to ride. I wish I had more time to do more. Its a nice island to spend a few days exploring. And the scenery on the road down is lovely. They are holding the Isle of Wright Road race there next year. A mini TT basically👍🍻

[@candymintz]

you can go anywhen you want to.....that's how they talk on the Isle

[@quinnpeaksbiker]

@@candymintz accents and local mannerisms are always fascinating!

[@alexmorgan3435]

@@exeterrider It's Isle of Wight, not Wright as you keep writing and in your title!

[@alexmorgan3435]

It's the Isle of Wight, not White!

[@johnrocker2986]

Super scenery and a perfect machine for the sun rider.

[@exeterrider]

Proberly the nicest Road I've ever ridden👍😎

[@NooBiker]

The thing is, ER, we all know you can easily get into the zoo whenever you want. The challenge would be getting the keepers to let you leave again 😆😂 Great review. I guess you deployed counter-intelligence techniques to stop Saddlebags and Epic Adam from sabotaging the beach walk-around. Well done! The bike looks really good. I really like the stance and it seems comfortable, even with the forward controls. The sound from the exhaust was really nice too!

[@exeterrider]

Yes, well you see the state of my misses. Even the donkey santury days she was to far gone. I'm doing alot more overseas now I'm earning a huge amount from KZbin, and as you say, it keeps me away from troublemakers💯👍😂

[@-old-school-motorcyclesltd]

I know it’s a bit late but I’ve tested one of these and yes I loved it 😍 Wasn’t sure about the forward feet position but eh soon get used to it 😊 Great review on this and I’m sure you were in tears over not going to the Zoo 😂😂 Great stuff

[@exeterrider]

Hi Phil, yes not going to the zoo and having to ride this in stunning scenery was tough going but someone had to do it 🤷🏻

[@-old-school-motorcyclesltd]

@@exeterrider It’s such a hard choice 😂😂😂

[@exeterrider]

@@-old-school-motorcyclesltd 😂👍

[@crumblymal8479]

Thinking of getting another bike this coming year but I really would not know what to pick I like my current bike so want to keep that but the choice is vast . Adventure cruiser naked well I do have one of them but more of a classic really . However I can narrow it down to Suzuki Triumph and BMW .Lot of test riding I guess cheers : )

[@exeterrider]

Yes, that's the way. Ride all you can. You will soon narrow it down👍

[@Lochwood92]

1200 parallel twin, what's not to like. Take a bit of getting used to the bars I suppose. Looks lovely and think youve had some good fun on it 👍

[@exeterrider]

Better than the zoo for sure 😁👍

[@grahamtricker4103]

You adapt to the bars within minutes. There are superbly comfortable too.

[@alexmorgan3435]

@@grahamtricker4103 Agree.

[@drbristowtube]

I think that's definitely a summer and weekend cruiser, perfect for where you were riding it. It would make a decent second bike for us commuters that want something different at the weekend. It looks a lot easier to work on than a bike with fairings too. Its all there, instant access. I think I must be getting old as I'm finding those kind of bikes more appealing. That said I was thinking how id like a Hayabusa this week as my SX is feeling a little bland! That may just be a mid life crisis kicking in though.

[@exeterrider]

Not at all mate, it's all progress. Have you ridden a bike like this before. I have a few recommendations for you. As much as I like the sx, 4 pot engines just don't feel fun usable to me. I like low down power rather than chasing the top end. Hayabusa for me was one of the most uncomfortable riding positions I've ever ridden. If you ever want to try something different your welcome to try mine if you have third party on other bikes.

[@MattVenturesMoto]

Mega bike, that. Would be a great addition to any garage 👍

[@exeterrider]

Agreed!

[@MJLangdon175]

Out of interest, what bike would you recommend for all year round commuting (40 miles a day) in the south of England?

[@exeterrider]

40 miles everyday, I guess there will be faster roads aswell. The nc is good for all roads. But pends on your height and style aswell

[@MJLangdon175]

@@exeterrider thanks for the reply. I’m 5’8”, 32” inside leg. I ride from just north of Tavistock to Plymouth and back, so lots of twisty’s, city roads and some A38. I like to ride spirited in the twisty’s and filter when possible on the busier roads.

[@candymintz]

good review

[@yorkshireperson]

Bike sounds really nice, what wouldn't we give for a bit of that sunshine right now eh 🙂

[@exeterrider]

Too right, I have a few like that coming up 👍🍻

[@jamesbarrie2458]

Nice bike and nice colour but it needs twin clocks.

[@exeterrider]

I agree with that it would be better.

[@alexmorgan3435]

Indeed. The single clock on it looks plasticy and cheap to me. The only thumbs done for me when I rode it. Twin clocks as on the Thruxton or Speed Twin and brushed steel stainless or aluminium would look nice.

[@chriscurrie5597]

Well said, should have had the t120 / speed twin clocks

[@gzk6nk]

Dave Death Motorcycles.... Bit of a scary name that, innit? 😊

[@exeterrider]

Yes I thought the same, infact is change my name of it were me. I survived anyway😎🤣

[@flapjackphil4513]

Selfless ER - utterly selfless!! Thank you. Nice bike, had a 2018. Great engine, lovely looking bike but Alloy engine covers corrode - use Brillo pad and Acf50. Chrome wheels corrode. Poor tank range - 130-140 miles. Rumours of gear selector failures and Triumph customer care attitude did it for me. Bike gone. Happy 2022!

[@exeterrider]

Very intresting Phil, I'm hearing alot about finish issues so thanks for the heads up on that. 👍

[@dave8204]

Actually that's a very good call on Triumph customer service,they don't have a great reputation.

[@grahamtricker4103]

I guess it also depends on your Triumph dealer too...

[@moph7July06]

Been looking to add the Bobber with apes as my second bike next to my R1250R. However, a new Bobber is $13,400, but it would probably be $15k with apes, a seat, and taxes. Hardly any used Bobbers, but there are two 2018 Speedmasters near me, both with apes. One is red for $10,900 with 5k miles, some Motone parts, and the brown quilted seat. The other the two-toned paint for $10,600 with 900 miles, the comfort seat, and windshield. I might be getting a used Speedmaster over a Bobber. Closing on my house on Thursday, so I’ll be purchasing soon after.

[@exeterrider]

Exciting times for you then. Goodluck with it : )

[@Banditmanuk]

Not a style of bike I would go for but the Triumph is undeniably beautiful and more practical than the Bobber.

[@exeterrider]

Yes, bobbers never really make much sense to me. Thanks for watching 👍📺

[@andrewvickers4487]

"I could be at the zoo now!" Lovely bike.

[@exeterrider]

😉🤣👍🍻

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

Taken the kids to the zoo! Most people just call it Cornwall. It looked like you glided around. So many styles of bikes available it will be a shame to not test as many as possible.

[@exeterrider]

Yeap that's what life is all about mate👍🍻

[@lilynorthover8378]

Pick the kids up from the zoo 😂 It's called a crèche not a zoo 😂😂😂 Nice bike

[@exeterrider]

I was on holiday in this one. Glad I missed the zoo because even my kids didn't like it much 😂

[@bikegeist]

Man, what a cool bike. With my back, I hear it wouldn't be a good idea. Well, that and my wallet. Fantastic views to be had in IOW.

[@exeterrider]

Yes, I have lost back issues. I'm not sure what it would be like if I were on a bad back day. Your right, the road in this video was cracking👍📹

[@jimsadler8704]

Do you prefer it to the HD Street Bob that you were so impressed with a month or so ago, ER? Dumping the wife and kids off! What a class move.

[@exeterrider]

Yes I do prefer the Harley to ride I think, but triumph have a better dealership network and spares back up etc. Not to mention more readily avaliable. Yes I have to get away sometimes 👍😅😉🍻

[@grahamtricker4103]

I have a Softail Deluxe but the Harleys are extremely heavy to manoeuvre at slow speed, or to lug around in the garage. The Speedmaster is like a push bike by comparison as it hides its weight very well. I also think the weights quoted for the Harleys are, lets say, a little optimistic... P.S. I have a Speedmaster joining the fleet in 2022, but I will continue to own and ride the Deluxe until I can no longer manage its weight.

[@exeterrider]

@@grahamtricker4103 nice collection you will have there 👌👍🍻

[@nealeburgess6756]

Shocking ER. What sort of a father sends his kids to the Zoo, then goes off on a bike ride alone? Shocking. You should have taken one of them with you. That is part of their education, to go on a bike their parent or parents.

[@exeterrider]

Haha , dealer insurance wont allow that ....even if it did then .....umm , I'd have to think about it 😉🙂

[@simongilbert2704]

good man ;; enter the family in to zoo itinerary ,,.. go on a proper bike with the footpegs out of the bloody way so you can paddle it about , bit of colour on the tank [ even though its a 5 million pound option ] and you have just taken me on the coast road ive been thinking about today , = with my parents and sister back in 1972 ;; just a good holiday bike = timeless .

[@exeterrider]

Ha yes the paint option is a extra🤣glad I took you back to the good old days there. I'm sure it's hardly changed since then. Thanks Simon👍🍻

[@simongilbert2704]

@@exeterrider yes thanks for reply . apart from what are you doing up this time of night ;;;; i really was trying to remember that road all those years ago when everything seemed right , but alas it did not last , wont go into details , but hold your family very close .....

[@exeterrider]

@@simongilbert2704 yes it's a precious thing I know mate

[@simongilbert2704]

@@exeterrider cant get your buy a coffee conection ;

[@exeterrider]

@@simongilbert2704 Ahh it ok mate , its very hit and miss I think. The one in the description works ok I think .Thanks for watching : )

[@tomstockell9481]

It does look like it would hug ones buttocks ! - nice review

[@exeterrider]

😂👍One was very comfortable 😁🍻

[@aidens04]

That road along the coast looks awful. I'd hate to ride along there on a cruiser on a beautiful sunny day. You really do suffer for your art

[@exeterrider]

It's not easy but did it for every one else 😜🤣👍🍻

[@louisekelly2802]

struggling for parts on a 10 year old bike state side. when you do find them, open your wallet

[@exeterrider]

Is it recently you have tried? Triumph and every other manufacture are really struggling to get any stock, not to mention shipping is a absolute nightmare this side of the pond at the moment! Sorry to hear your having issues as well : (