Joe Believes he can Rescue the Bonneville | Can it be Saved?

After the diagnosis that the Bonneville was probably not worth saving, or required a new engine, Joe from The Wurks KZbin channel (‪@TheWurks‬ ) in touching will attempt to save the Bonneville!
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[@SidekickSolo]

No doubt in my mind that Joe can fix this. He will get that bike done!!! I know from experience that he is an awesome mechanic.

[@FreddieDobbs]

Ahhh I’m so glad to hear this!

[@benkelly2190]

Be good to see this back on the road Freddy!

[@Munter1]

Great news well done Freddy you’ve made 100% the right decision also you will get the Bonnie back in perfect running order, as l said in my last comment there is little wrong with that engine, l’ll bet one of my kidney’s it’ll be an electrical component due to you taking it for a swim and leaving it out in the rain for a week! As your bent on a Royal Enfield could make it a Continental GT? I’d love one but l have 3 bikes and no more room for another.

[@paulcooper5610]

You are a very lucky boy to have someone like that help you out. I hope it all works out, I'm sure it will. Just promise to look after it a little better in its new life, no more riding through flooded rodes etc

[@derekp2674]

@@paulcooper5610 Obviously, only proper adventure bikes should be ridden through floods...

[@MaxBrauns]

It was never a question of if the Bonnie can be saved or not, it was always about how much more money, time, and effort it would take and still be sensible. If Joe wasn't doing this free of charge then a new bike would probably make more sense given Freddies not a mechanic. Very glad someone is willing to fix her up out of more-or-less good will. She did sound decent when you brought it back, I'm sure there's still lots of life left in her! Before I feared that she might end up at the breakers one day

[@the.communist]

Triumph is just a motorbike not a dying man!

[@Dreddingbath]

​@@the.communist...or woman

[@SteveSeadog]

I'm sure in my mind that Joe will do a fantastic job with the Bonneville and I hope he reaches 5k subscribers. He deserves it.

[@gem7107]

I just subscribed.

[@abeltriumph5057]

What a nice guy! Genuine biker. Will defo check out his channel. So pleased you are keeping the Bonnie. That bike is you.

[@chriscooperCRF300]

Joe is definitely your man! I've worked on bikes for years and he's making all the right noises, 100% you're in good hands 👍🏼

[@derekp2674]

I agree. I've never met Joe before but I love his systematic approach.

[@randomstuff4176]

Best of luck Freddie. Sounds like it's in the right hands.

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks🙌🏻

[@davidwood974]

This video is just one example of why I appreciate this channel. I wouldn’t want to give up on my dream bike either and have nowhere near as much mechanical knowledge as I would like…great to see you’ve found a partner that “won’t take no for an answer”. Simply brilliant, and thank you for bringing us along.

[@mraidymaddful]

I had a feeling someone from the biking community would step up to the plate to help you Freddie. In all honesty, I am surprised it took this long. But great news anyway. Our bikes are personal to us, our babies so to speak. I'm glad the Bonnie will be ressurected and I dare say we all have faith in Joe to bring it back to glory. Nice one bro............

[@DaroriDerEinzige]

To be honest, its an incredible possibility to get some PR. Also, if Freddie pays for the parts and you do it as a hobby anyway (rebuilding Motorcycles), it's basically a Win/Win.

[@s.crambling3795]

Whoot whoot!! Fix Riumph!!! Well done Fred.

[@FreddieDobbs]

I’m really excited- I can’t wait to see what happens!

[@johnratcliffe4105]

Freddie, did you notice the T missing in Triumph??. Get it sorted..😂😉

[@Nick-fo8kq]

Got to love seeing the community come together like this. Excited for the updates and will be tuning into Joe's channel to learn a thing or two no doubt.

[@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne]

Traffic is really bad everywhere. Up here in the Cairngorms it took me over a minute to find a parking space when I went to Aviemore to do my Christmas shopping. Unheard of.

[@johnratcliffe4105]

Kudos to this guy .. What a decent chap.... Puts my faith back in people....

[@loki1066]

Wonder if he'd do it for you or me 😏

[@huguesdepayens1070]

Just subscribed to Joe @ The Wurks channel. So looking forward to watching this restoration. Thank you for keeping Freddie’s dream alive, potentially.

[@nickaxe771]

Joe is saying what I was thinking hearing your bike on your ride home from that Garage???? It sounded fine....very saveable. Hope Joe sorts it for you Freddie....good luck. If he does....please keep away from deep water. Nick in Cheshire.

[@user-wq9dn6dt7o]

HOORAYYYYY Thank god you have found someone who knows what he's talking about. I have been shouting from here in Australia "renew the battery and get a multimeter to checkout that its charging correctly." Thats all it might be. Your Bonnie sat for months with probably a half dead battery, if it has a dead cell and only has 10 volts its never going to charge. Good luck with it, I feel sure Joe will sort it.

[@mikerider58]

This is unbelievably Exciting. I can't wait to see what Joe finds. I'm truly Excited 😊 This is now Thee Top Video on KZbin 😊

[@raymorris952]

Finally a guy who knows what he is doing, He described the same symptoms as many of us did, He will fix it for sure.

[@nickaxe771]

Indeed Ray.....sound sweet last time freddie rode it home.

[@dirkdiggler5164]

I think that guy that said it needs a new engine was either a scammer or daft or both

[@bms2250]

​@dirkdiggler5164 Didn't he admit that he could look into diagnosing the issue but it'll likely cost so much due to the time and labour? Given its only a low value bike i think he was being honest and upfront. If he was scammer he'd surely tag Freddie along and serve him a ridiculously expensive repair bill. The fact he admitted up front that Freddie should consider just doing an engine swap or getting rid of it probably shows more his integrity.

[@MorningNapalm]

The first mechanic was also right: it probably isn't economical to fix it, which is what he said on the phone, not that he couldn't fix it, or that it couldn't be fixed. Joe's estimate of 40 hours times the mechanic's hourly of 90 gives 3600 Pounds, probably as much as the bike is worth. @@bms2250

[@dirkdiggler5164]

@@bms2250 Possibly. I haven't examined Freddie's bike. But with 22k on it, if it didn't run dry on oil or overheat, I'm deducing there should be no reason it would need a new engine. It's an air cooled Hinckley twin, man. I could figure out and diagnose what's wrong with that Triumph inside a time from of between 1/2 hour to 2 hours, maximum. That other dude made it sound like it should take a lot of time and money to diagnose it, which is b.s., sorry but it's b.s.

[@blodynbach]

@TheWurks has a new sub! Can't wait to see his videos restoring this great looking machine.

[@lawrenceford4795]

SO PLEASING 🤗 Freddy, we are so fond of your Bonnie too. To see her back in good order will make your viewers happy. Many of us watch your channel because it’s a Bonnie. Of course we like you too! Looking forward to the day she comes home like never before!

[@bolton737]

I love your brutal honesty concerning your lack of effort when it comes to looking after your Bonnie and keeping a detailed service record. You make me laugh out loud every time. I wish there was a Camara on Monica to get her reaction to some of the things you say 😅😅😅😅😅😅

[@fallinginthed33p]

It could be an unlucky instance of the holes in the cheese lining up and a mechanical failure resulting from a QC issue or something being missed during regular maintenance.

[@captainpugwash788]

In Joe we trust. What a down-to-earth legend. Get onto his channel and support that man!

[@rokhnroll]

Subbed to Joe's channel just because he has a never give up attitude. Always love to see a so called lost cause re born. The very fact you had not purchased a replacement bike freddie says alot about your fondness for your Bonnie. Thanks for posting cannot wait for the content coming from you and Joe.

[@michaelpina1858]

Oooooo , I’m excited too see Joes shop and the rebuilt Bonnie , complete with new tank badges!! Good luck Joe!! lol, and good luck Freddie! , from Mike in California

[@joeljorgefernandes8513]

The Bonneville is probably the main reason that made me start fallow your page, the fact that it will be fixed is the best news you could give. Can't wait to see the job done. 🎉

[@BlueRidgeRider]

When Joe said he was crying I knew exactly what he meant. I was yelling at my screen to “please Freddie, shut it off!” To have the starter running on the whole time the engine is running would fry so much of the electrical system. He’s the first person who seems to know what he’s doing. To be fair, if a professional spent 40 hours working on it you would spend more than the bike is worth.

[@Jim-hm7fb]

This is a really good series on the Wurkx - well worth following. Freddie really needs to have a word with Kingdom Motorcycles.

[@roadsweride_pt]

I'm thrilled to hear that the Bonneville will have a "second life" and continue to be the iconic bike of your channel. I’m sure the bonnie is in good hands with Joe! Well done Freddie 👏🏼

[@lynnbroadhurst4807]

So glad to see the Bonnie has been given another chance! 😊 I'm as excited as you Freddie ☺️🤞

[@alexkoulouris8768]

Joe seems like a genuine good guy! We need more people like that in this world willing to help a friend or neighbor out! I am confident his effort in helping you will come back 10x fold! Best of luck and excited for the reveal once it hopefully returns good as new!!

[@nikitis13]

Sensational news Freddie, so good to hear! Joe's an absolute legend. 👍

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks Nikitis🙌🏻

[@ukvamp]

Joe seems a interesting dude, will have to follow his channel now!

[@30smsuperstrat]

This is awesome! Not only is Joe giving it a go with the Bonnie, but I get an introduction to Joe's channel with more great content!

[@samuelgillard2196]

Yay! This is great news. Good luck Joe!

[@EnglishVeteran]

Morning Freddie.Yes of course anything can be repaired/restored. After all it’s just a 4 stroke internal combustion engine in a frame with wheels and associated brakes and electrics. Just look at some of the stunning restorations we can see of very very old bikes and cars etc. As kids we used to Look in people’s back yards to see if there was an unwanted bike we could ask to take away and try and get running again. Those bikes included a BSA B31, BSA Bantam 125, Norton ES2 with sidecar, AJS350 and a Matchless G12. There were others. As 12/13 year olds we used to raid my dad’s tools and fiddle around trying to get them to run. We learnt by doing and of course made many mistakes! We used to ride them around the LBC works on open ground and pretend we were scrambling! No doubt your Bonnie can be restored, no doubt! The only question would be how long and at what cost? Anyway she is in good hands! At last 😊. PS I went to buy some 10/50 Semi Synthetic engine oil yesterday! Nearly had a Heart Attack at the cost!!!!! 😳😳😳

[@903lew]

Aye the price of decent name-brand oil has gone mental. Was going to try some no name fully synthetic figuring it should be fine in the tracer when Black Friday came about and all of a sudden the price of Motul was reasonable once again.

[@EnglishVeteran]

@@903lew Motul, 4 ltrs, £85 or there abouts! 2 oil changes!

[@903lew]

@@EnglishVeteran Ouff! Got it for about 40 pounds for 4 liters including a filter. Bought two jugs and a few filters. 10W-40 5100.

[@EnglishVeteran]

@@903lew No not 10/40. 10/50.

[@903lew]

@@EnglishVeteran Had the same pricing for all viscosities.

[@gutsbiker]

You made a good choice. When I hear the bike run, the hard parts sound good and no smoke to be seen. I think your problems will all be electrical. I'm keen on learning what Joe finds. I was a mechanic for 30 years in different fields, mostly auto.

[@reinmansmith]

Excellent news that the Bonnie is in good hands, she deserves to be fixed after the sterling service she’s given you…

[@felixcomms]

Iv'e seen Joe involved in other rebuilds. No doubt he will sort the Bonnie. Hope he vlogs the repair process. Be a good watch.

[@stevew9810]

I've just subbed to Joe's channel also - so I can watch the progress from both sides. Fingers crossed for a successful outcome. 🙂

[@danielbarnes6025]

What a great community KZbin can be ,the right man is on the job now. If Joe carn't get to the bottom of it then the bonnie really is kaput!

[@dantedorado2609]

As painful as is was for you to experience the Bonneville breaking down, the result is now some really exciting upcoming content. 🏆💯

[@richardyardley5127]

Your persistence alone means that you deserve your bike back in full working order Freddie. Really good of Joe to reach out and thanks for the heads up, re his channel. It sounds fascinating.

[@ashpunting]

Anything can be fixed. I've seen bikes in bits laying on a table and then back on the road, so have faith Freddie

[@markrobertson5305]

Good fun. I'll be subscribed to the Wurks too. Brilliant.

[@sylversyrfer6894]

We’re rooting for all of you - Freddie, Joe, and The Bike - and Monika!! ❤

[@andrelloyd4010]

Such a feel good video Freddie ! I'm so happy to see that there are Joe's in this world. Best of best wishes to both of you 🙏

[@bertsbike]

Nice! Hope Joe gets it going for you. Awesome to see other bikers/builders so willing to help. 💪

[@danielmcneil3004]

Hey Freddie, I think Joe might be the solution to your Bonneville issues. His positive attitude and confidence is impressive, and I totally agree with his comment, “ we can save anything”. In my opinion, the thought of writing off your bike is ludicrous, and I think you will be back on the road sooner than you imagine. Cheers , Dan. ✌️🏍🇨🇦

[@timparker9235]

this is amazing news, hope Joe comes through for you - not seen hos channel at all so will be sure to take a look

[@samyb2834]

This channel is a GEM. Thank you Freddie.

[@tenpoundpom9363]

Awesome news. Always good to know ur old road companion will live on. 👍👍

[@thededicatedbiker2799]

I'm an American. I hate the "throw away" culture that is so prevalent in the US. I heard of someone at the rubbish (garbage) dump seeing someone about to throw a computer away. They asked if they could have it, took it home and it had nothing wrong with it at all. It was just old. So I'm thrilled about the idea that you have a good hope of getting your Triumph running properly again.

[@adamlanglois563]

Typically folks who live on islands are more likely to repair things. Everything coming by boat or plane. Doesn't matter if they're from Japan, Ireland or Hawaii.

[@thededicatedbiker2799]

Americans used to repair everything. I remember when I was a child (in the 60's), there was many types of places of places to get things repaired. Now most of those places are gone. I understand what you say about island communities. But whatever the reason, I like to see things get repaired, re-purposed, or donated rather than just scrapped. @@adamlanglois563

[@BlackThor15]

Awesome news Freddie, fingers crossed the bonnie will be fixed and back on the road again!👍

[@BlakesPipes]

I think we need more guys like Joe! But your Joe, not the one we have over here in the US.😅

[@martingibbs1869]

With the right motivation anything man made can be fixed.

[@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne]

What about things woman-made?

[@NoPrivateProperty]

women make people who are beyond salvation@@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne

[@martingibbs1869]

I was thinking in the "Neil Armstrong" context.

[@richardbartlett6932]

​@@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOneis dinner ready then ?

[@cbrider726]

Good luck with the bike Freddie . All the best . I am looking forwards to watching Joe repair the bike . Great stream 👍👍👍👍

[@fernandoleicam8236]

There is a hope. Still existing good people in this world. You’ll be riding your bike soon. Happy to know that!! Cheers!

[@rickibenka9497]

That's great news. The Triumph deserves another chance at munching up miles & Joe and his Dad seem to be the guys that will make it happen. He touched on a very salient point with regards to the garage, which so people forget. Looking forward to watching the journey of it being fixed on both channels. 👍

[@chrisdagnall8666]

Great to see bike spirit coming together to help, Joe seems to be the true enthusiast, I think he is going to be getting new subscribers from people here watching the progress. I thought it interesting he though the problem was electrical only, let’s hope it is.

[@c4mp3rd4n]

Just gave Joe a follow, fingers crossed he can sort the Triumph out

[@andrewpayn2754]

Pleased to hear this… such a cool bike and story to go with it. It would be a massive shame if it met its demise and all of it was lost. Hopefully we see it back soon!

[@gilmont321]

Wonderful, I look forward to new developments.

[@peterlobb6456]

Freddie, two things firstly, that jacket is a bold statement! Secondly and more importantly, so glad that someone of the same mindset as myself is going to work on the Triumph 😊 that bike is intrinsically part of the channel and we all love it!

[@robquince3076]

That's brilliant news 👏 100% he will do this 👏👏👏

[@waynethroop5458]

Such great news about the bonniville, I found you because last month I took delivery of My first t100, was so sad about your bike, trust all go's well with the bonneville, and looking forward to more adventures, will be watching Joe repairing your bike, blessings.

[@Banditmanuk]

Joe seems a great guy. I've seen his bike exhibited at the Stafford Classic Bike Show, it's where I became aware of his channel. Highly recommend you follow his KZbin channel

[@pedroc6823]

Hoping for the best. I purchased my first triumph, America Carb. and Love it. Has some quirks I am working on but love it. cant wait to see the process.

[@ThatBobGuy850]

Great video, Freddie! I'm so happy for you that the Riumph will be saved...and may become a Triumph again ;-) Keep us posted - we'll be watching!

[@andrewhartley8781]

Have subscribed to Joes channel as will be interesting watching the progress of the Bonneville. Will also be interesting to watch some of his earlier videos

[@Shinysideup]

Genuinely pleased for you Freddie, subscribed to Joes channel. The problem with having repaired by a dealer is labour costs make so expensive.

[@allsearpw3829]

Bonneville,s never die some one all ways finds a way to breath life back into them . Been that way since 1959 . The bike will be called Joe , when he returns it Freddie . Merry Xmas and a Happy new year .

[@Santi_Mancini]

Joe is an angel, I love this kind of people! @TheWurks

[@andrewdyson4255]

Good luck with the repair, you must love that bike. I would have got rid of it many moons ago.

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks Andrew. I do love it (very probably a bit too much)

[@johnmartin7158]

Me too if I had the money, but I have no money, lol.

[@davidspiers6599]

Good start looking at the trailer as an retired mechanic myself and one of my pet hates rear trailer lights left light bulb in wrong way around the other stop light not working, but should be fine Freddie, good look, by the way that’s not a write off it can be fixed, if you going to keep bikes and you have some time on your hands, enrol on motorcycle maintenance course.

[@nicnak4475]

Great news Freddie ! So pleased you have sought a second opinion ! Love the Chesterfield ! 😁

[@tomtom786]

Yes! Joe is our man. Great news Freddie, let’s get the Bonneville back on the road. (Subd to Joe)

[@leetownsend46]

Good luck to both of you keep the faith😊

[@ahhhhchoo]

It would be interesting if this led to collaborations with Joe from time to time. Your knowledge bases and interests appear to complement each other.

[@kindnessalwayscomesback2419]

Brilliant news your doing the right thing to try to save the bonneville ultimate recycle , Freddie this is turning into a weekly watch for me and my family to watch your channel we like it kept it going thanks

[@hughphillips1427]

Will be excited to see the progress.

[@albundy643]

Wow! Over 5 thousand views in 2 hours. Amazing well done Freddie and Monika.

[@volt8684]

Freddie, I have no doubt whatsoever that it cannot be fixed by this guy. You are very lucky to find someone. Cars and bikes are a make up of functioning parts. When the malfunction, diagnosing is required. The “professionals” u have sent it to charge too much and their time is too precious to get a fix. That bike is definately fixable but the cost is the cost. You clearly love it so much it is worth it. You wont be sorry. Is there any way we could crowd fund joe some money or a raffle of something. In the meantime Fred get another bike too. Please don’t take bike swimming again. If you have the time see if you can spend some time with him to learn basic electrics. I am not good electrically but I have learn to use a voltmeter and have used it to diagnose my house and cars and bikes. Just basic stuff but quite satisfying. Keep on doing your own servicing but maybe a little research so no more cross threading.

[@bumblebee9288]

You are just so likeable and it's very soothing to watch your content

[@derekp2674]

Great uplifting video - thanks Freddie and Joe. I loved it when Freddie said "I'll just have to make do with press demo bikes in the meantime..." Ah, the joys of being a KZbin superstar :) It reminded me of time as a "little helper" with certain H-D and Buell demo fleets, when I had the privilege of helping to run in all the latest models. Along that road, I met a few amazingly talented mechanics (if they don't mind being called that) and many other dedicated professionals, who understood that helping customers was actually good for their brands.

[@clausentumsoton]

I'm sure he can do it.. one way or another, replace what's needed and back on the road.. It's the right bike for you.. you have history together

[@mysterybiker1717]

Great piece of youtube bartering, fixed bonneville for 100k new subscribers ! I dont think will take much to fix bonny. I would start with lambda sensor as suspect got damaged when you changed exhaust and explains why petrol consumption increased and ran badly. You should pre-twist lambda cable before screwing in.

[@FreddieDobbs]

Very interesting- I’m now wondering if I did pre-twist the lambda sensors enough😳

[@Doctor0000001]

I really like your channel. Keep up the good work!

[@skymningforelsket1302]

This is fun, Freddie. Maybe not fun for you. But fun for the viewers to guess the problem!! 😀 They say you flooded it? Did you drive it into a river? If your starter is stuck on, you've got a short in the starter, wiring connections, or starter switch. Those wiring connections in the headlight are spretty water sealed, though...with tons of electric grease from the factory. The switches, not so much.

[@markalconcel2486]

Bless you Joe! Cant wait for the boneville to hit the road with confidence.

[@hulkhatepunybanner]

*_"Make do and mend."_** I'm pretty sure this the credo of Joe's dad, and by inheritance, Joe's.* A new engine to fix an electrical issue is poor advice... or thievery. Poor Freddie was looking at adventure bikes, for Hailwood's sake! If any mechanics are reading this, please fall on your own spanner before telling a rider that their bike has done its last ton.

[@Timjacks01]

Joe seems a top guy, looking forward to his channel

[@Uncle_Tijikun]

Amazing news Freddie, going to subscribe to Joe's channel and looking forward to learn more about the Bonneville rebirth!

[@biker_dale]

All the best, that is the difference between a business doing it and someone who has all the time and doesn't have to do it to make a living. It's sad but true, you have to put a cut off with anything where business is concerned. I'm sure he can get it running.

[@mikewoodward5765]

Glad to see the Bonny is going to be sorted 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@stevezahn8056]

Hell ya Freddie, this guy sounds like the kinda guy that you need to fix the Bonnie. Someone that’s gonna do it because it’s a challenge. I’m gonna go out on ledge now and predict the old Bonnie will be back before New Year’s Day. And when you get it back Freddie, you got to promise to not take it swimming anymore! That could be your New Years resolution

[@DeiseRebel]

This has warmed my heart, unless you ride a Bonnie you have no idea his much it becomes part of you, it’s like an old romantic story to see what your bike has been through (including floods which started the issues 😅) it very much seems like you have the best hands for the job. Good luck Joe . ✊🏻

[@fumogeneraltrading7490]

Best of luck, love your channel.

[@chrisbolton5461]

Hope it gets sorted.

[@NoPrivateProperty]

I want to fast foward to the finished product!

[@simongilbert2704]

well done freddie , good result - so far ;;

[@zachariaszut]

This channel is much more than the Bonneville, it goes without saying, it is a cultural experience and a rather friendly and inviting personal voyage. But I must admit that the old Bonny became a homely stretch of it. I must confess a good deal of relief by the appearance of providential Joe in the scene. I'll peep into his channel. All the best. Cheers.