6 Things To Know BEFORE You Buy A Triumph Street Twin!

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[@tomjiunta1580]

I love my 2017 ST. With over 20,000 miles I've taken this bike all around the US with never a problem. Just a blast to ride!

[@civetricamoto]

was it your first bike mate ?

[@tomjiunta1580]

@@civetricamoto No I have had several bikes since I was young and had a Kawasaki vulcan for 5 years before the Triumph. At 67 I have been riding off and on since I was in my teens.

[@Peter-vi3sx]

Cool. I've got a 2017 ST as well and love how it handles both in the city I live in and out on country roads. Smooth riding with plenty enough power. I've also had not one problem yet with any of the mechanics or features. The bikes good looks gets me lots of compliments too.

[@Nelkstreams]

Maintenance per year cost?

[@manuelveigabarranco7917]

@@Nelkstreams No más que Honda o Suzuki de similares características. Consumo: 4,5 litros cada 100 km, algo más en ciudad.

[@ronnierush9379]

I bought the first street twin when it came out, wanted a fun easy calm bike. Did a few tweaks changed the front springs to progressive springs also changed to Sintered HH Front Brake Pads and a x-pipe exhaust conversion. It was the single front disc brake that I felt bad about the most, however the sintered pads made a good improvement. I would have liked to upgrade to the Speed Twin unfortunately I didn't have the dosh after a drop in wages :-)

[@pistonpinup]

the best sounding Triumph at the moment - spot on Rob!

[@sscbkr48]

Then there's the incredible sounding 1975 T120 Bonneville the lemon drizzle gang featured.. 😍

[@TheTwinPost]

Finally someone said it.... I too personally find this 900cc twin to be the best sounding from Triumph (even better than their 1200 for sure). Great video Bob 🙌

[@motobob]

Cheers TP!

[@jaxmckenna3230]

It's still amazes me that Triumph didn't cash in on making a Bobber 900, especially with the ability to do your A2 restriction for learners in the UK.

[@John-by6jw]

I just picked up my 2022 Street Twin, it sounds AMAZING!!! It's the first bike I've owned that I don't want to change the exhaust. And I've owned more than a few bikes.

[@kshred3043]

Nah. The 'best sounding from Triumph' was the 1973 Daytona 500 cc with 360° crank and Dunstall aftermarket exhausts. I should know. I owned one. 🙂

[@davidforsdike4343]

Triumph sacked 240 members of uk staff by email last year. After moving all production to Thailand. No more triumphs for me. After having 6 Hinkley bikes without any of the trouble I had with the street twin.

[@ClipperUK2008]

My ST has done nigh on £20k miles now in 4 yrs without a single issue. I am also 6ft 2 and feel fine on it - but I have the alternate bench seat which adds a few mm and I suffer with a fairly short 32 in inside leg which I guess "helps". I did go back to the stock seat and it did feel a bit odd after the bench seat so that might be an option to add a few mm/change riding position. I used to ride in the early 2000s when I passed my test but stopped in about 2009 when I came back to it in 2017 I checked out a few and the ST just ticked all the boxes and was easy to ride. All in all its been a great bike, I keep it outside under a cover and barely any rust after 4 yrs, the headlight bezel has rust which is annoying but easily replaced. There are now other realistic options out there like the Royal Enfield Interceptor so it is worth riding a few. As for me I will keep the ST but am thinking of adding a Trident for a bit of extra zip and fun OR a new TIger Sport 660 for more comfy touring with a bit more zip :D

[@MichaelWilliams-jc2ui]

Tec in the uk do a great set of alloy foot pegs plus a neat dropper bracket. This drops the pegs by 25-30mm these coupled to Triumphs King and queen seat (15mm additional height) makes my T100 a very comfortable mile muncher. If you don’t like the look of the seat cover it with a Cool Cover £75 or cheap Chinese copy for about £15 on eBay.

[@jimclements3190]

I came "down" from a 1050 speed triple to my 2019 Street and find it just perfect for the cart tracks that our roads seem to have evolved into in rural Lincolnshire 😖😖

[@motobob]

Agree! It's good fun on those sorts of roads

[@jimclements3190]

@@motobob Mmm, most of the time,do a lot of pot hole dodging 🤔🙄

[@dandoii]

Just ordered one yesterday.. you’re right quite literally my first big bike

[@StreetTwinRider]

Agreed on all accounts. My ST will remain in the stable for the rest of time providing nothing happens to it. Only gripes I have are the front Brembo squeaks which is slightly annoying and the lack of 6th gear for motorway speeds. But as a bike for commuting and bombing around the lanes... perfection. Perfect balance of torque and power, it sounds great, it looks great and there are a metric f-tonne of aftermarket parts for it. Great bike!

[@motobob]

Oof the aftermarket and customisation potential is a good one - I should have included that...

[@simoncullum5019]

Can you give me a link for aftermarket parts ?

[@StreetTwinRider]

@@simoncullum5019 Motone customs, tec bike parts, British customs, free spirit customs, down and out customs. Those are the main ones that I know of, probably tonnes more.

[@royhsueh8491]

I have a 2016 first water cool street twin and have upgraded with US version V&H , still love the deep throaty sound

[@bikerbeliever8169]

that paint scheme is golden

[@Dasspapirfly]

My dream bike, love the looks and the sound and the price isn't too bad. Haven't gotten my motorcycle license yet though, maybe next year I'll be on two wheels as well instead of four.

[@5tevieb954]

More or less the samecas me… but I decided to do my CBT recently and got an XSR 125…hopefully pass my test and progress to the Street Twin next year …

[@cardaveux]

Me too. Next year i do my motorcycle license.

[@5tevieb954]

@@cardaveux have you got a 125?

[@cardaveux]

@@5tevieb954 Yes but i live in Switzerland. Since 2021 you must get first the A2 license (max 48 hp) and after two years driving without police recording too much (speeding etc.) you can get the A license. Luckily there is a legal kit by Triumph to reduce the Street Twin to 48 hp for A2 license.

[@5tevieb954]

Good luck then mate

[@JohnKExp]

Going to be taking my msf course in the coming weeks. I’ll most likely be buying the ST as my first bike! Super hyped.

[@Kameh88]

I took my course then got the 19' ST as my first "big" bike but its really not big at all (depends on our size, im a small 5'8" 150lb dude) the new ones are lighter than ever. 900cc might seem like alot for a first bike but its really forgiving and of coarse also rips like hell!!!

[@imbujo]

Hi, i've a ST19, i love it, probably the best bike i've never have...just 2 things: 1) change tyres as soon as possible 2) i miss 6th gear

[@xtrythis1170]

I saw this bike recently and man it is beautiful... I had a choice between a street twin and my Moto Guzzi V7 Stone S for my first street bike.. The guzzi was not only cheaper but has a lot more quirks and history behind it in my opinion.. I would love to have a go on a street twin, I'm sure it would blow the doors off my V7 in the power department! Either bike is very rare in Texas where I live so the exclusivity is there. Cheers! 🤠

[@michaeljohnson2922]

Curious, how are you liking your MotoGuzzi?

[@xtrythis1170]

@@michaeljohnson2922 I love it. Would also love to have a go on a Triumph Street twin one day though!

[@killerdeviant]

Street Twin would be really nice if it had the Speed Twin’s brakes and tires. It really likes to be standing up and not leaning. Nice acceleration and torque tho!

[@nigelwinstanley7346]

I fitted the decat kit, K&N filter, EBC-HH brake pads, from TEC:- gas shocks, variable rate front springs and their performance cam. I couldn't be happier with the sound and performance improvements the final icing on the cake was to get the seat reupholstered with 50mm extra foam under the rider position, now it's all day comfortable 👌🏼

[@Vintageknight1]

I’m 6’2 and the speed twin felt great when riding it. I don’t feel cramped at all

[@Shinysideup]

I have a 2019 street twin and love it, one of the easiest bikes I’ve ridden

[@motobob]

Definitely agree. Brilliant torquey sweet-sounding engine too

[@DP73]

Me too...love my street twin...

[@YallaMiami]

I just ran out of batter on my 2020 speed twin, any thoughts?

[@cnnproperty]

I just bought one and I'm 184cm tall. When I sit on it its like a cruiser position look handling and tork is really important here in istanbul. Thanks all your videos and guidenes from instagram this is my first big bike and I loved it especially smoothnes of how its riding.. 👏👏✌🏻🇹🇷

[@dafidefendi4730]

My dream to riding my Triumph around Istanbul 😍

[@howardroberts7113]

Great review. I love this bike. Easy riding position, Grrreat sound and lovely to ride. Lucky enough to have a Goldline too.

[@emixmim]

Would love to see a review of the street scrambler!

[@stevenhill6214]

Just yesterday i was seriously considering swapping my ST for a T120, you just reminded me of the good stuff and now i'm really not sure!

[@patthewoodboy]

been following your videos for a few years. Love my 2016 ST , might fit a TEC cam to it , but very happy as it is , wife loves going pillion too 😃

[@Mew-qn3xm]

Another great vid! As always! Love the ‘dad humour’ 🤣 ride safe bud!

[@motobob]

Haha thanks I guess... :)

[@toffski]

Sounds better in standard form that my old '48 did with V&H pipes. I absolutely love the way it rides, relaxed, no fuss motorcycling. Excellent video, Bob!

[@patthewoodboy]

the spark plug caps both started arching to the cylinder head , replaced with NGK ones , you need to retain the original rubber parts so they fit OK. This is the only issue after 6 years

[@phillipmitchell5879]

Clear, focused, useful & informative review. No BS. Thank you!!

[@JD-zw3ry]

Excellent review. Thanks for your thoughts. That machine purrs. Beautiful sound.

[@joemorley6352]

Weslake do a really nice shorter exhaust cone for the Street Twin. Looks great and sounds amazing. Just put it on and ride.

[@michaelevans1658]

Agree with you Motobob, however Triumph dealerships pretty poor the ones I have dealt with anyway. The build quality not as good as my friends 2013 Bonnie. Also the dreaded wiring issue that has plagued thousand of bikes including mine .Even heard of some older Tigers having wiring issues.

[@sumitkulhari...3376]

How smooth this review was, great bike and great work bro❤

[@HectorRodriguez-id4ml]

I’m going to test drive this bike tomorrow in Richmond VA based on your recommendations.

[@waltzieg]

Simply the best motorbike videos; CONGRATULATIONS

[@reinoudkuipers995]

Had one. Sold it after 8 months. Stranded with a faulty sensor after three months. Just couldn' t stand the handling( quickly taking corners it would feel " stiff"), front was way to hard and harsh, rear shocks the same. Beautyfull to see, but not suited to really drive " fast". Now a Yamaha Tracer 700. Not beautyfull to see, but does it all ( better)

[@paulnunn1039]

Triumph borrowed a couple of Royal Enfield workers to hand paint the tanks..... 😉

[@ronnie.b6376]

That a the prob they only paint the bike well not make them lot of re issues here in Indian market lot of sound frm the engine, rough n low quality ride

[@troydavenport9244]

Nah triumph actually have standards when building and detailing bikes. Royal Enfield do the bare minimum. The welds are of a very low standard, good penetration wise, but visually very poor. Any visible welds need to be pleasing to the eye. That's the only quality control metric preventing them from being truly competitive with Triumph.

[@anirbanab310]

What bike would you suggest for taller riders. I'm around 6ft

[@richardsinger6190]

I have a 2020 T120 Diamond Edition and the second I started it up I knew I had to change the exhaust. Since it is a LE also, I wanted to keep the look and to my pleasant surprise I found some Vance and Hines peashooters! Unfortunately, once I put these on, the change was negligible, even after removing the dB killers, so I went back to the dealer, hat in hand, and asked them to install an X pipe. Now she's talking!

[@leemacdonald6533]

1 thing you need to know before buying a Triumph Street Twin: 1. Triumph Speed Twin

[@TheGhost13960]

Can u do a video on the different license types and how to apply for them, the costs involved and also how easy or difficult it would be for an international student to get them

[@maximus9401]

I had the opportunity to buy a Street Twin Gold Line. Didn't seem special enough for me for the extra cash. In fact I was very close to getting a regular Street Twin but I didn't...and instead I got a Speed Twin! :D I still wonder if I should have gotten the Street instead for the easy going ergos

[@tiagoguedestube]

i am happy with my first edition ironstone color. Love how it sounds, and prefer the more RETRO look, (thats all about being retro). Although , i like this new wheels.

[@82bianchi]

This my 17th motorcycle. A 2016 bought new and now approaching 10,000 miles, it is great in every respect but reliability. It has had both the wiring harness replaced and the cylinder which had a porous casting that leaked coolant. Do I love it? yes. Do I trust it? No. Will I keep it? You bet.

[@user-rf9me7xm1w]

At least the gearbox hasn’t disintegrated yet.

[@robbikebob]

I loved riding the street twin I borrowed. It felt light and cheerful and torquey. But I used to own a 790 bonneville and although that felt heavier, it also felt faster than the street twin. And the old GS500 I own now, although it's got no torque low down, will really rev and feels stronger than the street after 60mph and will easily pull 90+ (on a private road). I love the street twin but I REALLY don't think it's £9000 worth of bike!

[@motobob]

Ah those private roads that we all manage to get access to!

[@robbikebob]

@@motobob yes, yes it was definitely maybe private. ......... 😥

[@akhyarrayhka4048]

thanks i need this, im short... probably I get a lowering kit... street twin still too high for me

[@turningwheelsyangge2770]

I love my street twin GoldLine every day, planning to get a custom dolphins wind shield for a bit more of added cafe racer retro look

[@raywite6665]

The only thing going for it is it's new and liquid cooled. The aircooled Bonnevilles are just as good. If you go for a Bonneville the only ones are the Speed Twin, and any 1200.

[@pistolpete6321]

Looks and sounds great!

[@flyaroundyourfire]

I need to change the stock tyres…which are absolutely crap! Any recommendations? I mainly commute on mine but occasionally have spirited rides. Thanks

[@Burak_Oktay]

I’m in love with this bike!

[@wynnmorris6270]

Wish Triumph would put the fuel cap in the centre line of the tank to allow the fitting of a tank lock bag.

[@chrisiden]

I loved my test ride on a Street Twin, but brought a Trident as the Street Twin was too dam heavy for me

[@springerbens9306]

I agree at some points but in my opinion the street twin is not the best sound in triumph lineup, the street scrambler sound is more aggressive and clean. Street twin is really a very low bike, the lowest in boneville lineup except for the bobber, this is good but you need to be careful sometimes, I trade my street twin for a street scrambler because the twin was too low.

[@ImAnEmergency]

Think this one is the right size for me at 5' 6" w/28" inseam

[@mikestackhousemusic]

I really want to get a new one to replace my 02 Anniversary Edition, but I want a 360 crank, so it sounds like a Triumph. I tried out the second gen Street Twin and told the dealership it was the nicest Ducati Monster I'd ridden. The Gold Line is a pretty unit though.

[@pawetrendel6900]

What if compare it to new street scrambler? What’s yours opinion guys?

[@flat6fever680]

Would swapping out seats get this in the same leg room class as the 790mm Bonney? Or is there more to it than that? Is this a whole different frame and geometry than the scrambler and Bonney class models?

[@sharifela7993]

Is there much difference between the 2016 and later models?

[@motobob]

Yeah the 2nd and 3rd gen get much better brakes, upgraded fork, and 10hp more. So I'd say worth the extra cash if buying used, especially for the brakes

[@jwayne347]

What about reliability and known issues, recalls? I heard about wiring harness problem on 2019-2020 models, how bad was it? And was there anything else?

[@motobob]

I think there was a harness rubbing problem but should be fixed through recall. Fixed on the new ones too

[@davidforsdike4343]

It was bad on mine .The recall mod for front wiring harness as a complete bodge Think this may have been the first model to be built in Thailand. Was not impressed with the quality !

[@michaelevans1658]

Wiring issues started with the 2016 model went up to 2020 models .

[@user-rf9me7xm1w]

Don’t forget the gearbox issues which most reviewers seem to conveniently pass over.

[@wernermeiring9840]

I have a Triumph 2017 Thruxton 1200 r that started up with cold start issue. Any advise as it seems Triumph seems to not know

[@superkitty9215]

What a beautiful bike!!

[@Don-lw4cb]

Hate the discoloured down pipes, black wheels , too much matt black but good looking silencers.

[@andrewr6425]

Nice video and timely reminder why I still have my 2017 ST and why I should keep it . The benefits are smiling every time I get on it and listen to the soundtrack and how much fun it is to ride . The seat height and mirrors were the biggest issue for me but easily remedied but swapping to a bench seat and bar end mirrors. I would like to have slightly more power and brakes with a bit more bite but the bike handles beautifully and great for B roads and light for city riding.

[@TheGreatestBeyonder]

Looks great, there’s no disputing it! Not really on my radar… but I’d have to argue that £9k is not a minor amount (the ‘limited’ nature of this model) still does not justify the price. Although, it’d be fair to say that the entire Bonneville range is overpriced by varying degrees. I love my T120 it’s a great bike, but it was far from perfect and Triumph really should be putting better quality components on when fast approaching, and exceeding £10k! (think shocks… and brakes)! Great overview Bob, thanks 👍🏻

[@martinbaldam6676]

Hi Bob, got a question, if you were around 6ft and waned a 2nd bike for some fun drives out on weekends or midweek fair weather rides then would you go for a Street Twin or the Street Scrambler?

[@javiervar494]

Well done Bob!

[@ZlatanBomber]

Hi, Very nice video, would you suggest the street Twin as a very first bike for a person with only experience with scooters?thank you

[@mikerider58]

Great review 👏 very informative, although I would prefer if reviewers talked in inches rather than millimetres. I think saying 30ins seat height or inside leg measurement sounds simple. I buy my jeans 32 32 not 812.8 812.8 keep it simple. Other than that, excellent 👌 review

[@txsraappraiser]

you arrived at the end of the 7th inning. she is cool

[@MrAndrew1953]

I'd prefer those bars they have on the bobber limited - bar risers? Bit narrower than those bars for traffic filtering.

[@br1pres8]

i had one and i loved it... now i have the speed twin 1200 and it´s waaaaaay more powerful, with waaaaay better brakes... it´s like a street twin on steroids

[@ANDY1985UK2011]

Bruno Presotto what's the difference on the motorway/highway ?

[@br1pres8]

@@ANDY1985UK2011 you have much better brakes, you have more power and torque to overtake, you have better leaning angle… if you can pay extra for the speed twin 1200, it’s 100% worth it! but if you stay with the street twin 900, it’s a very good bike (and i think it’s exhaust note is much cooler)…

[@getawaydreamer2724]

The looks is exactly why I’m here watching this video.

[@ZinoAmare]

That thing looks soooooo beautiful

[@lordpunter6188]

Rumour has it Triumph are doing a GoldLine edition on the Rocket next year….

[@gherdan]

Hello, guys! You think its the street twin 900 a good beginer bike?? Easy to handle, to drive? Thanks!! Wish you all the best!

[@motobob]

It’s perfect! The engine is easy to get on with but fun, and the seat is nice and low

[@victorgerardoalvaradoandra7422]

which bike would you choose, street twin or scrambler night shift?

[@fatles2008]

I'm trying to make my mind up whether to part chop my 19 plate Tiger XRX Low for a new ST or stick with the Tiger. The Tiger is just so large and high at the front. Any comments folks?

[@10miska]

I know this post was made while ago but since I am considering this bike as my next one I am interested to know if you consider it being good for long rides. I like touring but I am short....

[@martinesquivel5434]

Hello guys. Looking for my first bike trying to decide between this one and the t120. Which one would you guys recommend?

[@flesz_]

Haha I'm in the same boat Have you got anything?

[@martinesquivel5434]

@@flesz_ T120 bought it last year for my 29th birthday! Love it!

[@flesz_]

@@martinesquivel5434 nice! Enjoy

[@andrewmeekins7019]

Great video! And a lovely looking bike!

[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

These bikes are physically too small if you are six feet. I feel cramped on one. Are they reliable?

[@motobob]

Mine's been good - there was a problem with the harness rubbing the headstock on the first gen but should be fixed under recall

[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

@@motobob I was thinking of gearbox problems with the 900 cc Bonnevilles. Not all of them, but another channel has highlighted them. I like the Scrambler 1200, but that has electrical issues. I don't trust Triumphs.

[@user-rf9me7xm1w]

@@motobob I had that problem too and it resulted in my indicators failing.

[@Wolf-mx7xx]

Hello from Texas! Thanks for the great review. Do you, (or anyone) have any suggestions for handguards for the Street Scrambler. Strangely, I simply cannot find any kit that does not require an odd assortment of parts, hacking, grinding, etc. for them to fit. Any thoughts would be helpful. Cheers.

[@mr1bienvenu1]

Beautiful bike.

[@robertwalsh5461]

You Brits have always built a better Harley than Harley ever did. I would be embarrassed to be sitting on a HD but proud to be sitting on that at a stoplight.

[@uncletoma]

Just a question: is a good bike, this or it's cousin T100, for a week (or more) long long long ride ?

[@joedudz]

Good review but still found myself thinking why pay £9k for this bike when you can pay £6.2 for an Interceptor. Performance isn't the factor in this sector. You can spend £1k customising the RE and still have money left for a couple of holidays.

[@manny7662]

Which ones more reliable and which is more expensive to maintain?

[@martyshmanka]

It appears there is no tachometer. Is that correct?

[@cubax599]

This is not a review. It`s a brochure regurgitation.

[@RRKristensen]

Sponsored by Triumph? Even the negatives are positives…

[@toradog5719]

So how are the vibes at 70mph> I ride the California freeways mostly and don't want the bike to strain to keep up with traffic.

[@ANDY1985UK2011]

probably need the 1200cc speed twin

[@informedcarpet]

What about for a daily commute?

[@jismonjose5970]

Interceptor will do ❤️...

[@marcmaz21]

Miss my Street Twin. Most fun bike I ever owned. Wish they had spoked wheels instead of cast wheels. Otherwise perfect motorcycle

[@cesarteteko]

what you actual bike? i'm considering trade mine for a 1200cc one

[@marcmaz21]

@@cesarteteko I’m currently riding 2014 Honda CB1100. Great bike and does everything perfectly, but doesn’t have the “Soul” of my Triumph. It’s hard to explain. But the power and comfort of the bigger bike is nice for sure

[@garychynne1377]

the best thing about triumph was the straight seat. no matter what size you fit. these stupid bucket seats only fit one size. hear the new ones blow gear boxes. good luck.

[@rickhill6277]

Is the ST Seat Hight too high for a rider 5’3” with 28” inseam? Thank you.

[@rhceres87]

I would say no. The seat height is pretty low and the girl I'm dating is about 5'4"- 5'5" and could flat foot it in boots Absolutely love this bike, especially for city riding which is what I use it mostly for. Highly recommend

[@g.w.customcreations3534]

Had one of these for about 3 months. Great fun bike, definitely a town/cafe poser bike, but a good laugh all the same. Brakes & tyres are absolute sh!te, e-throttle/ride by wire response spoils the commuting ability, and the low seat height is a major disadvantage when filtering in heavy traffic. I was sad when I had to give it back, but for new riders, it's a bloody good first trumpet.

[@paulhoskin5353]

2:59. Good one 😉

[@drbn3245]

The seat height is the biggest downside of it by far. And then there is the 18“ front (and the tires but they can be changed) Its a shame, im 6.2 and the only Triumph modern classics i dont like are the scramblers…..

[@999mrkhaled]

If this one is 2021 why it still have the old front shocks

[@nigelfisher3756]

Guzzi V7 Special, all day long over this.

[@tsc4945]

Counting my savings and yea... i have enough to get the front tire..