Freddie Dobbs' Bonneville | How Do We Steer This Thing?

Join me in this video after taking on the challenge to fix @FreddieDobbs Triumph Bonneville T100SE. This motorcycle is the central focal point of his channel and has been right there with him on many adventures from all over Europe to the Sahara, across the Atlas Mountains to the local coffee shop!
In this video we get the throttle bodies installed and the steering stem/yokes in place.
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[@johnblack9037]

Freddie, Freddie, Freddie, this guy has done miracles NOW LOOK AFTER THE DAM THING!

[@kevindaly5093]

Agreed!!! I'd say quarterly cleanliness inspection videos are well in order. And, If Freddie fails, Emily gets the pleasure of pouring his hot cappuccino in his lap, and she can stuff his pastry wherever she chooses.

[@Jupitersonlyson]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@twinphill900]

Oh boy, I hope so. His travels on the Triumph are what brought me to his channel.

[@JFS65]

Unlikely

[@JoshuaRoberts-kq9cs]

Couldn't agree more with your comment.If Freddie fails to look after his bike after a full restoration would putting his balls in a vice be to harsh.

[@OldSkoolGrandad]

Your partner is a diamond , good on her for helping with the rebuild ..

[@RogeyFrom70s]

I can't remember her name. How disrespectfull of me,...sorry.😢

[@johngibson3837]

Owner of the bike is In debt big time

[@alanbarnes2920]

There you go Monika…that’s how you clean Freddie’s wheels next time 😆😂

[@petewarby7158]

It's a pleasure for a none engineer (me) to watch the dedication and attention to detail displayed in these rebuild videos.

[@TheWurks]

Thank you sir

[@AbzScotland]

👍The enthusiasm of the apprentice is infectious. If only there were school leavers with that level of enthusiasm in 2024.

[@leeandjancruise]

When you first started working on Freddie's bike I said on here that it would be better for him to trade it in for a new one but I never realised just how deep you were going to go into the bike, this isn't a repair as I first thought no it's a full restoration and I should know I've done a few. Anyway when he gets it back I just hope he appreciates what you've done and looks after it.

[@robertlee6949]

These videos you've been doing point out how labor intensive it is to refurbish a bike, especially the right way. I think for most of us it would have to be a labor of love as practically speaking it would be easier to sell off or trade. Great job on this somewhat famous bike...

[@jacquesoeuf755]

Polishing bikes wheels in the evening when you've gone out? Joe, she's a keeper.

[@KillickGreenieRN]

You're a lucky man Joe. Emily is a whizz in the kitchen and she is an absolute boss at cleaning bike wheels! Thanks guys, enjoyed that.

[@nigelcox7477]

Joe & Emily… what a team. Great work. Thanks. ❤️👍😎✅

[@TheWurks]

Thanks 👍

[@apvanrijsoort6069]

'Free coffee on top'? The force of Dobbs is strong in this bike, dismantled or not.

[@thomasbell9026]

The anticipation is killing me 😂

[@peterhobbs7609]

You guys honestly deserve a medal for your efforts👏

[@TheWurks]

Thank you so much 😀

[@stephencox1955]

I’m so glad the apprentice is questioning things and doing the cooking,think you might feel like working under a microscope before long 😂😂

[@mr5410]

Suggestions for future video....a video listing what anyone (or Freddie) needs to do for maintenance and cleaning to PREVENT a repeat of what you had to do to get it to its refurbished state...😁

[@MrMichaelfalk]

Freddies maintenance has nothing to do with the main problems for this bike..

[@JIMWSMITH]

It's called common sense!

[@danielkerr4100]

No but it was only a matter of time something happened with how he looked after it or didn't look after it, he has to keep better care of it this time ​@@MrMichaelfalk

[@gsx1250fast]

@@JIMWSMITH he hasn't got any when it comes to looking after bikes

[@johnmartin7158]

In the real world, would this complete rebuild cost more than a good quality 2nd hand bike.

[@roddyb]

Stunning restoration Joe - unbelievable effort.

[@TheWurks]

Thanks pal, really appreciate that. It may even be finished one day..

[@luddite6239]

Another master class. It's little things like the seemingly insignificant substitution of a 10p stainless screw that make the difference and show your attention to detail. Roll on the next update.

[@simsey33]

2,300 views in 2 hrs! On a retro classic rebuild. Given that retro classic is such a tiny market share that's some achievement dude!!!

[@fernandoleicam8236]

What a work guys! There are neo retro bikes and this is going to be a “new retro” bike. There won’t be a 2010 Bonneville as new as this! Congrats!

[@mattgreene01]

Been to the Bike Shed on Thursday and got me some Wurks stickers. Put them on each wall of the garage to remind me that no job can ever be half arsed. Fantastic work. Cheers!

[@PDCRed]

With all the rain recently Freddie is bound to find a flood to ride it through 😂

[@s.crambling3795]

Meanwhile....Freddie is swanning it up in India and Sri Lanka... He needs to take you pair on a tropical holiday!!

[@cbrider726]

Freddie your going to have abrand new bike by the time Joe has finished the resto . Your one lucky guy. Joe first class work mate . Your attention to detail has to be admired 👍👍👍👍

[@TheWurks]

Thanks pal!

[@tonywright8342]

Love the way you put these videos together. With music, timelapse, chatting. Keeps it all interesting and wanting more. Well done. 🌟

[@TheWurks]

Thank you very much!

[@LPikon]

This bike will be a bloody gem - better than new. So good. What a craftsman.

[@TheWurks]

Thanks for the kind words and taking the time to comment and watch!

[@LPikon]

@TheWurks you are more than welcome. I'm in a small town in the south island of NZ, but I'm an avid watcher of your channel now. TBH, it was Freddie's channel, and his videos of his Triumph issues that made me aware of you, so it's obviously working for you in terms of exposure!

[@ThatBobGuy850]

Joe and Emily, it's been fascinating watching you two restore this bike. It's like a master class in Triumph maintenance. I'm sure Freddie can't wait to see it back together and ridable. I can't wait, either. Great work :)

[@davidcoleman4941]

If the King has a spare Knighthood I know we're it deserves to go, it's definitely not Freddie but the Wurks!

[@malcellison8831]

Good work. I’m sure Freddie will really appreciate this when it’s done. Your wife is a diamond, mate, but you already knew that 😊

[@TheWurks]

Absolutely

[@louisgara8754]

Thanks for this series of videos. You make this look easy, which tells me that you've done this many times before. It will be interesting to see Freddie's reaction when he sees the completed bike - he is such a positive person that I'm sure it will be a special moment for us all.

[@dirkdiggler5164]

Ol' Freddie hit the jackpot. All that work for free.

[@upchuckchops]

I didn't know about WD-40 as a cleaner. Very cool.

[@darrenmvelocity]

Loving the videos on Freddie’s bike re build, genuinely can’t wait to see it all finished! 👏

[@markhinde6187]

Great team work and post.....

[@nickduffy8482]

This series is more exciting than anything I’ve ever watched on Netflix!!! You guys are doing an amazing job and now the tension is really building, really looking forward to hearing her come back to life. On to the next one.

[@robedmunds7163]

Nuts and bolts are amazing really aren't they, how would we manage without them😂

[@cp4512]

Emily did you proud 👍

[@allsearpw3829]

GREAT work , with Emily multi tasking , could one ask for any more , awarded the Fish Slice challenge ? to beat Freddie's back side if Emily ever sees those wheels dirty again . 😉👍👍🙏💅 for her nail varnish .

[@jhellnowh]

What a woman as well. My partner won’t go near the garden, never mind helping me with my bike stuff!

[@gdfggggg]

I managed to get mine to cut the grass.

[@N269]

I musta married your partners twin!

[@JohnSmith-xw5qe]

I managed to get mine to make me tea when am working on my bike!

[@johnmartin7158]

Common in the old days. Times have changed.

[@shaunlayton9814]

What a brilliant job you are doing we all love Freddie but it’s going to be too good for him 😂

[@biker_dale]

Great video and progress on the bike. You've definitely set the bar high for Freddie to keep the bike well maintained after all the work you've both done. No pressure Freddie, everyone will be watching you 😂🤣

[@volt8684]

Congratulations but cant believe only 13.7k subs come one viewers

[@thedarrencasey]

Freddy will, on day 1 ride this through some flooded road for sure lol and say “I have no idea why it keeps cutting out”. 😅

[@ashishavin8748]

Thanks for posting all this, man. I know so much more about my Bonny now. Its really hard to find good mechs at my neck of the woods so all this know how really, really helps.

[@docford3635]

Joe and Emily, I'm so glad you took on the resurrection (Easter pun intended) of Freddie's Bonniville as it led me to your channel. I spend my Sunday morning coffee watching your videos and when I first started watching, I was a little envious wishing I had your knowledge. Now watching your videos is more cathartic in that I accept the simple enjoyment of watching someone who has mastered a skill I admire. I hope after you have completed "project Dobbs" you will take on another project like this. And Emily...Devil wears Prada while cleaning wheels...well done :-) Cheers from Southern Oregon, US...

[@billrothwell7139]

Fantastic couple , I as well as hundreds more thank you for what you are doing for Freddie 👍

[@DennisBloodnok]

A pleasure to watch, you have an obvious love of getting it right, and a torque wrench whenever possible, essential. Love it.

[@superelectic45]

Wow, I bet Freddie didn't realise it was going to entail a full restoration

[@davidreed6817]

John Black, 100% agree. Another superb production from the Wurks.

[@gerardcullen5131]

Your getting there it's going to be a new bike for Freddie to enjoy well done

[@journeyofjerry3831]

Happy Easter 🐇🐣 everyone

[@stevesanelli90]

2 absolute masters at work at Wurks ⭐️⭐️ Another informative video of both your skills! Looking the business now & in future! Cheers.

[@dannywhite132]

When this rebuild is complete can you do a full diagnosis episode where you recap everything because it'd been kinds hard to remember everything that's happened

[@Bikerdad_85]

Fantastic job and can't wait for the reveal of the bike.

[@Martyntd5]

Getting close.

[@Grumpy-Goblin]

It's great watching you bring Freddie's bike back to life. If the weather is o.k tomorrow I might see you at Red Marley but it isn't looking too promising atm.

[@kenbowlus2995]

When this rebuild/ repair/ (restoration? from lack of maintenance) is complete, Freddie will basically have a brand new bike to neglect once again. Hopefully he's gaining an appreciation and understanding that proper cleaning and maintenance is part of being a motorcyclist.... not just traveling and making videos.

[@eddiemizen3703]

To be fair, triumph should have better quality control and Fred did take it to places that could not do the work just saying 😉

[@gdfggggg]

Gt85 will sort it.

[@Caledonia3104]

It's all getting very exciting waiting on the finished product 😀. Make sure Freddie does a course in bike cleaning and maintenance before you give him the keys.

[@richardjohnson3463]

Great hands and great work 👌👍

[@turbobock]

It’s a shame the bike is probably not going to be looked after. Quality workmanship.

[@MalteseMafia]

Great Video 👍 nice job on the wheels.

[@williamlylecameron9345]

Joe & Emily, great video thanks. Again you both work well as a team and alone. Even the lamb in the oven sounded amazing. Happy Easter both.

[@TheWurks]

Thanks 👍

[@user-qu8vj3hw7m]

great work, spot on

[@TheWurks]

Many thanks!

[@roberthocking9138]

What a beautiful restoration this is going to be, given Freddie’s lack of maintenance skills, I think the best thing he could do is sell this bike once you have finished, it will be pristine and better than new .

[@markinthemoment]

Good job 👍 Mark , Perth , Western Australia.

[@TheWurks]

Thanks 👍

[@dennisnelson796]

It works better if you clock the oil pressure wire pointing down and use an old stYle boot , it prevents waa- er running down the wire and grounding out giving you the light

[@BahnstormerUK]

Cracking series. Freddie is going to have a brand new bike soon !!!😂

[@murrayhyde4902]

Brilliant work again...

[@gdfggggg]

You sound just like the guy who narrates the snooker. Can’t remember his bloody name 🤔 Bike looking great.

[@RupertU]

Great video - learned a lot. Can you get your missus to say “scorchico”

[@neilfields5914]

I wish I’d known about you 12 months ago I had a 1947 Norton es2 complete that needed restoration. I ended up selling it last year because I had no room But then again I’ll bet you are inundated with requests now.

[@davideulivieri5138]

Amazing job!

[@weebercorey]

So curious what this level of work would actually cost in real life. There's a number out there somewhere. Really enjoying the journey!

[@journeyofjerry3831]

🍻🍻 shop beers to all.

[@Curiousdriving]

Frankie is going to be stoked

[@shedend3066]

Good work the pair of you - top stuff

[@stuartmoles843]

Blimey, Emily can you come round mine, I hate wheel polishing 😂

[@simoncaddick9085]

I appreciate they're within tolerance, would Freddie have stumped up for some taper rollers (I'd've taken advantage of the opportunity myself)?

[@TheBlibo]

Surprised to see cup and cone head bearings when most manufacturers use taper rollers and DIY ers upgrade to taper rollers

[@garyflint2163]

Hi Joe, I recall from old videos of Freddie’s that his steering lock was broken, is that on the list to fix.? The bike will look like new when handed over and will need help it can get to keep it safe. Great work Joe and Emily. I’m sure Freddie will nurse it like a new baby from now on 😊. Gary

[@TheWurks]

Hey pal, that i did not know about and unfortunately he didn’t give me the key. Maybe a future job next time in get the spanners on it???

[@wimwittouck8535]

Happy easter

[@biker_dan]

Is it the Go Pro or the mic? Only time I get sound issues is when I plug the mic in or use wireless. Keep up the good work, can't wait to see her finished.

[@journeyofjerry3831]

Sorry I missed the video. You tube decided not to load until the video was over. Thank you you tube

[@johnmitchell9705]

I would have used tapered bearings in the steering stem in place of the roller bearings. They are more stable than balls for this application.

[@reinmansmith]

Does Emily have sister?.? … She’s pure gold, cooking and willing to come and provide an extra hand in the workshop, what more does an man need? 😂

[@KnightRider1157]

Doing a brilliant job on rent a wreck so far. Couple of questions 1) would taper rollers have been better when rebuilding the steering 2) what are those cleaning clothes your lovely lady is using on the wheel? Triumph really over complicated a simple design though didn't they. ?

[@pauljordan7249]

Same here lol

[@noeldoran8884]

Hi is Emily available for hire... great vid you two see you at Marley

[@Jupitersonlyson]

Joe we looking at the reveal in the next two episodes?

[@stephencox1955]

Emily not sure the nail polish is the right colour,sorry,think it should be bright red. I notice you get all the hard jobs 😂

[@Banditmanuk]

Another great episode. I'm not sure Freddie will recognise his bike when he picks it up. You can fix the Gopro reliability issues by binning them and buying a DJI Action 4. They won't let you down

[@TheWurks]

I may start shopping!

[@RogeyFrom70s]

I've been watching the Freddie Dobbs bike series avidly. (Freddie,I believe, stays often at his girlfriend's place only a stones throw from where I live in Ipswich.) Anyway- the point need to make here is that I always thought the Scotchbrite pad RED is the most corse one. Then the green then the grey. Not Green first then red. I'm pretty sure from memory this is as per information on the packets. Am I wrong here? And is there a reason or something I'm missing here to think this way? Love the videos and have just recently subscribed,in the last 3 months or so. Best regards, Roger.

[@RogeyFrom70s]

Looking for an answer. Would appreciate anyone replying to my question. Don't have to leave it to The Wurks necessarily. I'm sure most viewers and bikers watching these videos would know.

[@TheWurks]

Hey Roger, No you’re absolutely correct it was my error laying them out on bench in a hurry before going out… Sorry for any confusion.

[@RogeyFrom70s]

@@TheWurks All O.K. but it does get me doubting my own limited knowledge when Del of Del's Workshop or whatever its called ,years ago confidently stated the same thing,(Red then Green) and that ,I think, is where I checked the packs of my own scotchbrite packs. I consequently messaged him. But he won't listen to contradiction and deletes such comments -so I never had an explaination then. And that's what had me wondering again this time. Great job! Can't wait to see Freddie riding that bike of his again. Never know...one day maybe oil see it at one of our local bike shows down here in Ippo.

[@johnbarber8878]

Hi, I have the same bike as Freddie's with the same split oil pressure switch boot, do you happen to have the part number, for some reason I'm unable to find it, thanks 🤔

[@darrenhall6509]

Joe, is it your guitar playing in the background on the videos?

[@TheBlibo]

Hi Those throttle bodies look very much like cars from where I'm sitting. I know triumph made some throttle bodies to look like the old amal monoblock carbs but are these cards or throttle bodies Cheers

[@user-rf9me7xm1w]

I’ll excuse to typo, but I also think they look like carbs. They’re very good replicas if they’re throttle bodies.

[@mikerolph362]

@@user-rf9me7xm1w Exactly what I thought, they are Keihin C.V, carburettors, float chamber at thebottom and C.V. diaphragm at the top.

[@TheBlibo]

Typo bloody spell correction 😀

[@TheSizzlingBadger]

They are keihin CTK throttle bodies, designed to look like CVK carbs, the injectors are hidden in the tops. You can see the wire that powers them.

[@user-rf9me7xm1w]

Thanks, they’re very convincing, much better than Triumph’s attempts at the Amal carbs.

[@smallam49]

Freddie.....get some biking mates....and learn from them ?

[@geeezer9]

can the misses cook somethin for us?

[@pommiegranite464]

It's like watching paint dry!

[@TheWurks]

Which colour?

[@marcinpiak3540]

@@TheWurks A dull grey! Ha-ha!

[@pommiegranite464]

@@TheWurks A dull grey! Ha-ha!

[@TheWurks]

@@pommiegranite464 love it! 😜

[@pommiegranite464]

@@TheWurks Thanks. Take care, ride safe.

[@thkrisp7441]

Wait is that a throttle body or a carburetor?

[@user-rf9me7xm1w]

Never seen a throttle body with a float chamber.

[@mikerolph362]

@@user-rf9me7xm1wlooks like there are no injectors on the intake stubbs either.

[@TheSizzlingBadger]

It's a keihin CTK throttle body, they are designed to look like CVK carbs, and hide the injectors internally.

[@TheSizzlingBadger]

They are keihin CTK throttle bodies, designed to look like CVK carbs, the injectors are hidden in the tops. You can see the wire that powers them.

[@mikerolph362]

@@TheSizzlingBadger I stand corrected, they are very convincing though.

[@yamark02]

So Triumph need a minimum number of orders to justify making parts, for 'their' bikes. Great if your bike off the road and no parts. Suppose that's what you have outsourcing most of your manufacturing to Thailand.

[@903lew]

It’s not even outsourced, it’s a Triumph factory. They’re just….not great at supporting their bikes.

[@yamark02]

Most of their parts are sourced offshore.

[@damon1957ful]

Love your vids , but surly the cost of this rebuild it woukd have been cheaper to buy a replacement bike

[@johnmartin7158]

I thinks it’s more of a project bike and it makes a good video.