Triumph Speed (Street) Twin Review! How good is the 900cc Bonneville Modern Classic Motorcycle?

We review the NEW 2022 Triumph Street Twin (Now Renamed Speed Twin) Bonneville EC1 Special Edition, which has a custom paint scheme & hand painted lines and graphics. Is it worth the extra cash over the standard model? Watch the video to make that decision after you've heard all about it!
We put the bike through its paces on all roads before making the video as always. Here we go into how it rides, handles, turns and stops. How good does it sound? Does the 900cc engine have enough power and torque? What is the quality like? How are the gears? How good are the brakes? What could be improved? We give it to you straight!
This modern classic is Triumph's best selling Bonneville and you will be able to see why by watching all of this video.

[@bens_bike]

I’ve watched this video I don’t know how many times and always forgotten to comment so here I am… I tested the two T Bonnevilles, the Kawasaki RS 650 and 900, plus the Interceptor, and I have to say, none of them come even close to this bike for shear grin-ability, style or value for money. Like @PhilipHermannBE, I’ve been able to get one from the local Triumph dealer here in Germany. I should be picking it up this week, but I’m on holiday 🙄 I think you both deserve a medal from Triumph. You’re doing a fantastic job! Great content. Keep up the good work 👏🏾👏🏾

[@pennsyltuckyden9823]

I know exactly what you mean about young people. I have been trying to get my son, age 28, into bikes for five years. I have even offered to buy him his first bike, and he is simply not interested. He'd rather sit on the couch, no girlfriend, playing video games for hours and hours. I feel bad for him because he will have no stories to tell his kids down the road, if he ever has any. I guess it's a hopeless cause.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

That’s a shame. They don’t make biking cool in films etc so youngsters have no role models to emulate I guess

[@matt961234567]

I'm 25 and only know a handful of other guys around my age who are into bikes. We're rare but we're definitely out there, I think it's due to our risk averse, bubble-wrap society. It's been drilled into our heads our entire lives how bikes are just deathtraps, by overly protective parents and by wider society. We had posters up in my college canteen of bike crash horror stories for christ sake

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

@@matt961234567 you’re right, it’s drilled into people not to get into bikes. I (Darcy) am 19 and I only know 1 person my age who rides. It’s a shame but there’s just so many hurdles these days!

[@tombombadilofficial]

Instead of forcing hobbies on your children, maybe try showing interest in whatever hobbies they’re into. You’d be surprised how interesting video games can be. What you find interesting might not be appealing to them because they’re used to seeing you do it and they just dont find it that interesting. We’re all individuals.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

@@tombombadilofficial I used to watch the Ol’Man at the moto cross track and we would also go to car events etc so I am a through and through petrol head. But I was also into gaming as a teenager. Me and the Ol’Man used to play call of duty together.

[@HeyCosby]

Completely lost it when I heard you talk about “youngsters” like myself. Wish my parents were as cool as you, but it took me heading off to college in a different state (as I live in the US) and secretly getting my motorcycle license and buying a bike for me to be able to ride. Being the youngest with two older brothers, my parents weren’t quite as accepting for their youngest and only daughter to buy a crotch rocket. But here I am, three years later, still enjoying the ride. Have watched all your Triumph videos and trying to convince myself to buy another bike. Thanks for the review!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

I’m glad it worked out in the end! We’ve done lots of Triumph reviews and there’ll be more coming soon 👍🏼👍🏼

[@dbwgoblue74]

I just bought this exact motorcycle a few weeks ago, and it's absolutely amazing! The torque is fantastic, as well as the build quality. It's not advertised, but both levers are actually adjustable, and the stock exhaust sound is one of the best I've heard out of the factory. I can't wait for the weather to warm up a bit so I can really start putting some serious miles on it. Nice review.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Excellent! Yes absolutely 👍🏼👍🏼

[@GrumpySalmon]

Congrats, nice bike 👍

[@jeremytalley481]

Agreed with everything you said i just picked up my ec1 last friday and absolutely love it's beautiful and user friendly and sounds amazing couldn't be happier

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

@@jeremytalley481 awesome 👍🏼👍🏼

[@kevinwinkle9917]

Great review. In my view, the best reviewer on KZbin. Very natural easy going delivery, giving all the information you need without fluffing out the content. Keep up the great work. Ps love the look of these, I’m in the market for something along these lines and my short list keeps getting longer. 😬

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks Kevin. Much appreciated. Yes this must be on the shortlist 👍🏼

[@nrs24m]

I'd say keep the short list in your hip pocket and go for this beauty!!

[@tonybrett7974]

As you say it would be good to see more people getting into bikes, but the costs involved are prohibitive to say the least- training, clothing, servicing & the real killer - insurance. Great review as always, I have the 2018 model - an absolute joy to ride.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yea definitely. Good point: it should be the cheapest form of transport; alas…

[@WedidLandONtheMOON]

I'm 31 and was thinking about buying a brand new car. I'm a manual guy so my options are limited here in the States. Got my CDL last year so why not my motorcycle license. I will be buying a Triumph very soon. I absolutely love the retro style of the Street Twin.

[@surfbum72]

The sound of that thing...awesome.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yea it’s great isn’t it! 👍🏼

[@iliastopalidis6270]

The quality of the materials in all Bonneville is amazing, even someone without knowledge about motorcycling can see it...

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes it is fantastic quality!

[@stevesteve1965]

I have a 2020 model and it's a great town bike absolutely nailed it with the rev range and torque, light enough, flickable, balanced and slim enough for traffic filtering. I have customised mine a little with tiger 800 bars, higher shotgun exhaust, spoked tubeless wheels, larger 14ltr tank and of course heidenau k60 tyres. A lager tank really takes the hassle out of regular fill ups and gives great range on a trip. You're right about its top end, over 50-60 mph it doesn't really perform so get used to crushing around at 50-55 mph. It's a great non threatening bike for the beginner, ladies, returning bikers, weekenders, commuters or like me a second bike for the weekly commute.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Awesome! That’s great 💯👍🏼

[@BrianKBee27]

Jut picked up my 2018 street twin yesterday. First bike I've owned myself and chose it after watching yours and others videos for months. And I can't even ride because of a foot of snow where I live. But this video will scratch that itch until the weather and roads clear.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Awesome! Well done 👍🏼👍🏼

[@rjkism]

iv had mine a year now and i simply love it sound amazing it turns heads always gets comments best bike i ever had so easy to ride and your rite bikes now are the coolest they have ever been .... any sport bike against it will never get a second glance

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Awesome 💯👍🏼

[@zackybear13]

I own one of these beautiful machines. I’m 187cm tall (just short of 6’2) and it’s perfectly comfortable. Might look a bit funny to other people, but who cares what they think!

[@flatcapcaferacer]

I'm not a high horsepower guy (above 100 to 110 horsepower). I've had one bike with 201 horsepower at the rear wheel and found it useful only while doing land speed racing and sold it off quickly. If a bike weighs in around 500 pounds 60 horsepower gets me by, 80 to 90 is great and 100 to 110 is the most I'll ever need for the street. At my size most all the Triumphs work for me.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes less is often more 👍🏼👍🏼

[@alchimenti9561]

So glad you made this review. Yesterday morning I saw this on the website and by the afternoon I had my deposit in for an EC1 due in a few ekes. Thanks for such a thorough and honest review

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy! Awesome! Well done 👍🏼👍🏼

[@adamhharbin]

Purchased this today for a great end of year price. Thanks for the help.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Excellent! Enjoy the ride 👍🏼👍🏼

[@nrs24m]

It's been 8 months since I got my street twin and it has been one helluva ride!!! The best bits ? 1. When I rev from stand still, the way it picks the speed. 2. When I am cruising on the highway and take my hand off the throttle, the throaty "hmmmm" that it delivers (I think only street twin owners can understand this comment!!) For me, this bike represents what I am: understated, yet powerful

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Excellent! Sounds amazing!

[@rhceres87]

I'm right there with you. Started riding only 8 months ago and upgraded to the street twin from my rebel 300 only a few months in. It's perfect for new riders with a bit of experience under their belt and has so much more room for growth. I mainly do city riding so that low end torque makes it so much fun.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

@@rhceres87 Excellent!

[@lmaway8545]

I've got a 2022 Speed Twin 900 and can say without a doubt I made the right decision! Absolutely love the bike. Stock exhausts sound lovely, handling is great, comfy for a pillion (up to 45 minutes) and has all the top speed you need on UK roads. Getting off the lights is a dream with the 80Nm and in a gloss black it's beautiful! I did get it second hand a year old at £6750 with a lot of Triumph add ons so extremely good value for what I paid. Next one I'm looking at is an Indian Scout!

[@Judgeshred88]

That sounds dreamy. My mates keep saying get a sports bike when I pass, but this modern retro style especially the street twin is more me. That sounds 🔥

[@jaywinters2483]

Rake is perfect. Review is perfect. Shows the sound well and revs well. Not ruined by music.

[@richarddaly29]

Thanks reviews are always very good clear and well considered. Great blend of being informative and segments of hearing the bike and this one sounds lovely. Thank you 😊

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy 👍🏼👍🏼

[@mattdog1982]

Thanks for your real world reviews. This is what we need. Fuel, traffic, cameras and degrading road surfaces are making the big hp bikes obsolete in the UK. Middleweight bikes like this are the go to now.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy. Yes that is certainly true

[@Klimowicznicholas]

Wow. I watch alot of motorcycle KZbin reviews. Your reviews cover all the bases and are top notch. I really enjoy how you show all angles, including on and off the bike, POV riding, profile while on the bike etc. Your reviews never get boring and are filled with tons of "useful" info. Was thinking of picking up a Kawaskai Z900RS but now Triumph may be a contender.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy, much appreciated. 👍🏼

[@98vakhilesh66]

I am in my 20s but I don't have money and is expensive in India. It is my favorite bike and I hope someday to buying this beautiful machine ❤️ I will buy.....

[@matthewdeepblue]

I usually don't like a matte finish, but it is good. Triumph, Royal Enfield, classic 80s & 90s Hondas... With the exception of aging biker gangs, passing through adventure riders, & the "rocket heads" (local term for the guys who build custom street bikes small and fast) that meet up in parking lots... Those are all anybody rides now. Royal Enfields & Triumph is becoming the motorcycle mainstay in my part of the US

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Ok that’s interesting. Shame we can’t be like India where everyone rides motorcycles 👍🏼👍🏼

[@johnellis6383]

“…basically, you’re just holding back death all the time!” Yes, so true about modern motorcycles. Way more power than 95% of us can ever fully utilize. Well said.

[@Peter-vi3sx]

Real nice review. I have a 2017 and love it, You made a good point reminding us its a street / road bike and not a cruiser. I live in a city with narrow streets and it handles so well. On country roads with hills and curves its the best too. The acceleration for a 900cc is phenomenal. A day doesn't go by when someone doesn't compliment how nice the bike looks either.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy. Yes it’s a bike even non motorcyclists will talk to you about 👍🏼

[@Charliesaysz]

Just seen one of these in my local bike shop, so came looking for reviews. This review is spot on! Thank you 👍

[@sharonlee664]

I have a 2020 Street Twin (purchased in Oct 2020) and I absolutely love it! I have never looked back. It is easy to see why the Street Twin is Triumph's best selling model. (A fan from British Columbia, Canada 🇨🇦) With the price of gasoline my Street Twin is my main mode of transportation. So I get to have loads of fun and save money on gas!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Awesome! Great to hear 👍🏼👍🏼

[@johnmacdonald1878]

I have an 18, it’s Red. A bit less power and no modes. No plans to change it, I really enjoy it. Ride round town and for long trips. Perfect for me as an older guy. Does everything I want it to. Don’t know why I’d pay extra for pretty paint, Particularly when I prefer red.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

That’s fair enough bro 👍🏼

[@Kista79]

I looked at an '18 model but the dealer wouldn't budge at all and even 2 yrs later they still wanted full msrp for the bike and they updated them for '19, if I was going to pay full retail I'd just get the newest model, needless to say I've stopped visiting them and they are the only Triumph dealer in my area, I'd much rather drive a lot farther and actually visit the other dealers. I would've been willing to get the '18 if you could've dealt with them that is. One of the last times I went there they still had that bike and it was in 2020.

[@johnmacdonald1878]

@@Kista79 I bought mine in 19 it was one of the last 18s they had in stock and the only only one in the show room ready to go. With a number of extra flashy bits. It was significantly cheeper than a 19. Or T 100. I also liked the colour, the mag wheels, and exhaust. It reminded me of my bike from 40 years ago. I made them an offer for the sticker price on the road, I told them to take all the flashy bits off, because they didn’t interest me. I would would take a base model in red. If they had it ready today. I left with the bike as is. And the flashy bits are nice. There is not usually a lot of room for negotiation. It’s nice to know my bike is holding its value well. I’ve been offered good trade in deals, when tire kicking by other dealers. I really like it so I’m keeping it. I would not have paid full MSRP for it, when the new model was available. Even though I didn’t think I’d ride it hard enough to notice the difference. The later models are nice, It’s 2022 now, I would pay the extra. Used don’t last long on a dealers floor. If you can find one. I’d still want the red one. Could be worse, Harley Dealers have been known to ask extra above MSRP. In the end pick what makes you happy. Limited, extra fancy, the right colour or the best deal. Whatever you feel that is Almost every time I stop on a ride, somebody asks me about it. It’s a nice bike. It puts a smile on my face.

[@klapphelmfahrer4148]

The sound is amazing, I have never heard such a good sound on KZbin. A very well made video. Have fun and ride safe.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy! Yes it does sound nice 👍🏼

[@Stickybutton]

Many reviews say that the Street Twin sounds better than even a Speed Twin. Would you have first hand experience on this?

[@klapphelmfahrer4148]

@@Stickybutton I know someone who has speed twin, I would say they sound similar.

[@Actias1974]

This guy sounds like the David Attenborough of motorcycles and that is a wonderful thing. Hello from the USA!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks very much 👍🏼

[@stevemartin9179]

Thank you for another informative and fun video, just sitting down to watch another load of bilge on TV when you guys pop up and save my viewing life👍👍👍👍👍

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Haha great! Thanks bud 👍🏼👍🏼

[@bidouchonsan]

perfect bike for countryside riding, right amount of torque, enough power, and vintage look, that changes from MT07 we see at any street corner. i loved my personnal test on this bike. it is one of the most afordable Triumph (not in special edition, i presume)

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes absolutely 👍🏼👍🏼

[@brunodtrx1411]

Hello, I am French and I have the same bike recently, I love your way of presenting this model and it suits me very well, congratulations to your channel, Good road to you all

[@DefZen343]

Love this Channel! 🙌 Keep up the great work guys! 🙌

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy 👍🏼👍🏼

[@JohnDoe-gv3ld]

I bought this bike 2 weeks ago. I absolutely love it!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Awesome! Great to hear 👍🏼

[@comobrian]

Great review, it help a lot and decided to purchase this EC1. This is my first bike. Can’t wait to get it in a couple months. Thx again, from Montréal Canada. 👌🏽🤘🏽

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy! Excellent! Glad it helped 💯

[@sussexbikerpillion]

It’s a brilliant all rounder. Keep recommending it to my son as a first big bike. Think stock exhaust sounds awesome. Good review 👍

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yea definitely. Thanks buddy 👍🏼👍🏼

[@grantkokich6906]

Good base sound. Handles well. Looks good. Nice bike.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes in a nutshell 👍🏼👍🏼

i bought this one, the limited edition, because of your video. mine has 1 year old now and reached just over 10000 km.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Awesome! That’s great to hear 👍🏼👍🏼

[@tenpoundpom9363]

Another excellent review. The Bonnevilles never seem to disappoint.👍💯

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy. Yes indeed 👍🏼👍🏼

[@jimsaddler942]

LOL. I have a 2020 ST Matte Ironstone finish and absolutely love the bike (and sound of the bike). Very easy to handle. The seat comes off VERY easily, once you realize you have to hold the key turned to the right as you lift up on the back of the seat, then just slide the whole seat to the back of the bike (takes about 2 seconds). My only suggestions for the next model would be: 1) automatic turn signal canceling, and 2) a bit larger LCD display, especially, as you mentioned, larger gear indicator. I couldn't be happier though owning the Street Twin! Oh, and I added the Triumph heated grips too and bar-end mirrors, which I highly recommend!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes i was expecting a little lever somewhere! Great additions 💯👍🏼

[@denisg4288]

Hi Went to the NEC earlier this year specifically to sit on this and the T120/T100. Both of those felt good at 5’9” with 30 inch inside. I thought the Street Twin would suit me better due to the lower seat height but no. I found the pegs to be set the same on all three, but the lower seat meant as you say I was in a jockey position. Just sitting on it was uncomfortable on my knees and hips. Maybe something to do with my young age of 61, but quickly realised this wasn’t a bike for me.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes when you sit with your feet on the pegs they are all the same. Perhaps the Speedmaster would be more suitable 🤔

[@OneAndOnlyAstronomical]

thanks for all the information! Almost old enough to drive a 900, I'll definitely get my hands on one! And you're right about the youngsters, I haven't met another person of my age that is into bikes.

[@keithmayes4842]

I have to say your reviews are my favourite on you tube. I have an air cooled America, love all the Bonnie range glad we have a British brand doing so well!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy! Much appreciated. Yes absolutely 👍🏼🤔

[@martinrea8548]

That fuel efficiency is really impressive. My own 500cc bike is just a tiny bit more economical. I really enjoy your reviews; you speak very well, explain things clearly, and that gorgeous scenery is a big plus. Happy riding 🏍

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes absolutely. Thanks buddy 👍🏼👍🏼

[@garryclarke-kray4071]

I’ve got a 2018 street twin and love it , as you say enough power for the road

[@brandonv75]

I really enjoyed your review. I started learning to ride 1 month ago and 2 weeks ago i bought a Street Twin in Ironstone (😍). I’ve always loved the Bonneville and the Street Twin is the perfect balance of the traditional look combined with the modern amenities. Your review is spot on and helped me make my decision. As a 5’9” beginner rider, the bike is a perfect size (being able to comfortably flatfoot makes a massive difference as a newbie) and the high torque engine is just so forgiving. So glad I was able to get it so soon after starting to ride and I’m hoping for many safe miles as I build up my experience. P.s. you have a fantastic countryside to ride through, I’m very jealous 😊

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks very much. Glad to hear about your bike! Awesome 👍🏼👍🏼

[@SavioureG]

The Street Twin, as beautiful looking and sounding as i remember it, it was a great bike to own, and that new version looks good too!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes definitely 💯

[@andrewr6425]

Still have my 2017 ST two modifications I felt were needed . First change the mirrors to bar end to see past my shoulders. Secondly change the the seat to a bench seat as it gives a little more height and makes the ride less cramped . Nice review.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Ideal mods 💯 Thanks buddy 👍🏼

[@s.venkateswarpatnaik2484]

Darcy you are the best man for reviews of any brand Motorcycles because of you're expertise🏍️🏍️⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐👍🏁🏁🏁🏁🏁

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thank you very much, although this is the Ol’Man, Darcy is the younger one 😁

[@sevenswordsx7]

Excellent review of the Street Twin. You are my most trusted bike reviewer on KZbin or anywhere else for that matter. Keep up the good work sir!

[@geneahart5607]

I have the 2022 T100, they are great bikes, no regrets!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Awesome yes!!

[@captainblue2344]

I have one as well. Totally in love with it.

[@jerem8838]

I've recently discovered your chanel. I like your videos (i've watch most of them !). Very clear. Lots of informations. Nice landscape. Good job !

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy! 👍🏼👍🏼

[@robertmassey807]

Quality bit of kit and a quality video. I fancy a longer front mudguard and I reckon the wheels in the same colour as the tank? Regarding seat removal, my dad would say if he was here god rest his soul, RTFM! Read the flipping manual! Looking forward to Honda week! Cheers 👍

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes definitely! I was expecting a little lever under the seat because of the key; wasn’t expecting it to be so simple haha 👍🏼

[@michaelwozmak6234]

Your review is spot on. That’s what I experienced from my bike, and I love it.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks very much 👍🏼👍🏼

[@PhilipBallGarry]

Nice review again - thank you! I have a 2021 T100 and love it to bits. It's the ideal bike for me now I'm older and have slowed down a bit. Strangely, though not unexpectedly I'm enjoying motorcycling so much more now I'm not thrashing about everywhere. I think these bikes remind us of the feelings we had when we first got into bikes -before we were chasing the horsepower. Regarding self-cancelling indicators? I've had a love/hate relationship with these in the past. We used to fall out - the indicators and me. Especially on roundabouts. I always ended up pushing the cancel button right on the cusp of them cancelling themselves. The result being another activation. This went on for some time 🤣

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy. Yes I’ve had similar issues with self cancel I indicators too. I definitely enjoy riding bikes like this more than the super powerful ones 💯

[@serapisny]

Great review! I have a 2019 Street Twin (Ironstone colour tank) that, sadly, I haven't been able to ride because I've been working in the healthcare field, tending COVID patients these past 2 years. I purchased her new, and I've barely put 300 miles on her (I know, it's a travesty!). She's been sitting in my garage, and I'm on the verge of selling her, but after seeing your video, and hearing the sound of the pipes again, I'm reconsidering...also, with gas prices heading to the moon, this might be the time to keep a fuel efficient alternative mode of transportation. Great video, and thanks for giving me thoughts on keeping my beautiful girl for a little longer... 😁

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy. Keep it! 👍🏼👍🏼

[@chrishart8548]

Life is busy. I have a 2014 bike it has only 1331miles on it. With family and work there is never enough time. It still gets an mot and service so at least it goes out then.

[@jaroslavdvorak5880]

Very good review - relaxed, full of valuable information, especially the practical ones for the daily use. I have this bike in red and I can only echo your thoughts and comments. It is a lovely bike for a daily commuting and also for a little fun to have with, both on the streets and around the towns or in the countryside. Keep going!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks bro

[@rickparkinmoto]

"The in and outness of the levers" - that'll be the span then! Great review, and you captured the exhaust sound superbly. I have the Street Scrambler (same engine) and the power/torque delivery really is perfect for day to day use and so smooth. That paint scheme really suits the bike, but I think the ec1 logo is too niche. Could always cover it with knee pads. Looking forward to Darcy's Monkey bike review - I've always liked those.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Haha yes 👍🏼 Monkeys are fabulous 👍🏼

[@stevec6427]

I'm getting back to bikes after 20 years off. It took me about an hour to decide I want a bike from the Bonneville range but they're all so nice I can't quite decide which to buy. Today the Street Twin is my favourite but I'm still really tempted to go for a T100 or T120. Im not interested in going fast, I just want to enjoy relaxed riding on country roads and the odd trip away. I best get out for some test rides.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Awesome. This or the T100 sound about right. 👍🏼👍🏼

[@jorgezt435]

great to see something from you guys , always an awesome job

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy 👍🏼👍🏼

[@user-fv1576]

Stock exhaust sounds amazing!

[@rafaelsampaio3127]

Great review. I'm going to trade my Ninja 400 for a Speed Twin 2023. I bought the Ninja 400 as a teenager dream, but on my 37, I don't think I have anymore the spirit this bike asks for. Some guys still have it, I know, but now I gave place to the classics.

[@rajasgaikwad883]

You got me at @11:33 sir! Can't deny a word you said, I'm longing the thrill from riding one of these rather than snoozing on the bus! You sure inspire the youth into motorcycling, cheers!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

👍🏼👍🏼💯

[@sdefiel3719]

Man, that's a beautiful bike. I wish I were in the market for a street ride. Triumph does a lovely job on details, style, character and quality that really impresses me. I don't know how ... _oh! large wooly squirrel!_ Erm ... being a Yank, I don't know how geeky, trendy, rocker-y or mod-y this EC-1 _scene_ is so I would hesitate buying the EC1 version, but it's all-round so very nice. I'd get this Triumph before I'd get the fine Royal Enfield. You hit another home run, S

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yrs it does look really nice! To be honest London is a million miles from where I live so I’m not sure either lol

[@PhilipHermannBe]

Your review has convinced me to purchase the exact same EC1 model. I will receive it next week! Thanks for sharing the feelings more than the specs! I was a bit scared by the 900 cc factor. As far as feelings are concerned, I am 5''7' and what made the deal is that I can flat foot this bike and that everything is smooth about it, shifter, clutch, and power from a torquey engine combined with overall Triumph's quality and look. Your review was very reassuring. After some experience on a Honda VF750 in the eighties on which I got scared to the point of quitting biking for many years, not entirely my fault, someone burned a red light but the truth is that I was speeding much too fast, I guess hormones played a role too, with the exception for an Off road trip in the mountains of California with a local friend and some scooter rides on various islands, as I am fond of sailing and very often scooters rental is the only way to visit. The last one was in Langkawi (a dream island here in Malaysia), where I enjoyed the scooter so much, that I surprised myself picking up food from the takeaway instead of having it delivered because of the joy of driving! Nothing better than a mortorbike in a tropical country. Thanks mate, you are probably one of the best bike reviewer out there and I'll be following you from now on.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

That’s great news! Thanks very much! We’re really glad the review helped in your decision making 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

@Philip Marc Hermann That’s great to hear! Awesome 👍🏼👍🏼

[@Nick-lc7gu]

Great review as usual. Just taken delivery of a Street Scrambler largely as a result of your earlier review! 👊

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy! Awesome 👍🏼👍🏼

[@andrewrogers2313]

After watching this, and several other of your videos, I ordered one of these models….red color. Thank you for letting us listen to the motor verses other persons’ vids, where they cannot stop talking and the motor sound isn’t there.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Awesome. I’m glad you appreciate the difference between the channels. We take time to set up the audio to capture the sound

[@jaeger4966]

Great riding here! I'd never heard about this special edition before watching your video so thanks. Funnily enough, ST's (like most Triumphs) are very hard to get new at the moment, but at my dealership they do have the limited Goldline edition available. Please keep riding and filming for a very very long time, take care :)

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thank you my friend 👍🏼👍🏼

[@greenambles]

Love my 2018 (pre modes and hp hike). As mentioned by others below the sound is great and you've captured it well (I'm an ex location sound recordist amongst other things). Bang on regarding mods - potentially a Triggers Broom! At 12:24...on mine if you maintain full twist on the key with one hand it keeps the hook disengaged so the seat comes off easily with the other hand. 13:50 that's the tool to adjust the rear suspension. Thanks for the great honest review, as you say, one can get the detailed spec online, good to get an experienced rider's overview and also well said about getting youngsters on board, this the perfect 1st big bike for a newbie with taste! :-)

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy! That’s great to hear. Thanks for the info too. 👍🏼👍🏼

[@phils2180]

An EC1 in rural Wales! Nice👍 I concur with the minimalist styling and instrumentation. I have a Street Scrambler, basically the same bike with slightly different (more comfortable) riding position and suspension. I'm also quite impressed with the finish, it's a goldline model, also with a nice matt finish on the tank. I do think though that the alloy wheels on the ST look a bit out of place, classics need spokes!! 😃

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Haha yes👍🏼 I must say I prefer spokes too 💯

[@Oscar240z]

Good video - thanks. The EC1 tag seems a bit sad really - grabbing at straws with that one!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy. I wonder if that’s why we haven’t had as many views as we’d have expected 🤔

[@emmedibi33]

Thanks for the review, i got a matt ironstone one and I really love It. Thanks also because you speak really clear and even a non first english language like me can understand very well!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks very much! I appreciate that 👍🏼👍🏼

[@Ian-po6gg]

Companies usually introduce "Special Editions" in an attempt to boost falling sales or when targets are not met. It is a lot easier and cheaper to offer a new paint job than a new model!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Food for thought 🤔

[@Kista79]

Just yesterday I had the chance to test ride the EC1 and it is a phenomenal bike. I found the power is plenty for me and this has a lot of torque that it pulls very hard and doesn't really matter what gear that you are currently in within reason of course. I wondered why Triumph didn't give you that extra gear but after riding it I found that realistically this bike doesn't need it and it's one less gear to shift up and down. The sound is amazing, it's a bit loud for my taste when accelerating but out on the highway in top gear it's not really that bad and would probably wear ear plugs or look for a helmet that's a bit quieter. They really did setup the bike well, it's heavier than my Ninja 650 but doesn't feel like it at all, mine is a bit top heavy but Triumph keeps the weight down low which makes it very easy to ride and flick around. I found that some dealers don't keep this one in stock and then try to upsell you to get the T100 or T120, I feel that it's more of a markup on those bikes and also a lot more accessories are available for those rather than the Street Twin.... but as for this one I am very impressed with it to say the least.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Great points there 👍🏼👍🏼

[@johnmacdonald1878]

I don’t miss the 6th gear. I don’t have much to compare it to. It’s the biggest fastest bike I’ve ridden. I can reach the speed limit in 3rd without trying, I can and do ride on the highway until the the fuel might comes on, quite comfortably at just above the speed limit, Fill it up and do it again. It took me 3 years to Max out the Throttle in 5th. I will plead the 5th on when where and how fast. Most of my ridding is round town or on more scenic roads where it is just much more fun. And it excels.

[@tlong9812]

Damn this ec1 is beautiful. It was between this and the t100. I ended up going with the t100 black. A beautiful bike as well. Great review. Glad you did this one.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy! Yes it’s nice! Mind you…that T100! 👍🏼👍🏼

[@denzel9518]

Interesting details. We use motorcycles do our daily use, if we rely on public transport, we'd be dead. We have Royal Enfield 500 and Interceptor 👍👍

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes indeed. In the UK most people are completely reliant on ‘The System’ The gov want it that way

[@s.venkateswarpatnaik2484]

Darcy you're a Champion Motorcycles reviewer🏍️⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐👍🏁🏁🏁🏁🏁

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

👍🏼👍🏼

[@johnnywolfe8485]

Great comment about young people sitting on public transport looking at their phones, made me smile! Very good point about the indicators, maybe should be a manufacturing must on all models. Can anyone confirm what they cost. I live in Western Australia and the Kangaroos don’t understand self cancelling blinkers or bloody anything when you are on a bike! 🇦🇺

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy. Haha I can imagine the Kangaroos!

[@jasonrichardwatts]

G'day from Australia! Totally agree with your comments, quite objective analysis and you've made the look and feel elements very relatable. I think the older 865cc T100 Bonneville is closer to the Interceptor 650 in terms of classic aesthetics and I favoured that bike (the older T100) for a long time. However, I think the Speed Twin 900 has really nailed the modern classic aesthetic. The silhouette and stance is classic and the details are modern and classy. The design team has done an exceptional job with this bike as a lapse in design cues could really tarnish the image by way of a "tacky" label.

[@pw9150]

Well, guess the teenager & early twens probably don’t have the money to drive such a wonderful bike. But anyway, you’re totally right about the phlegmatic Handy-junk, there are good & affordable bikes there for you young people, so get your driving licence & go for it ✨💪🏻✨ Thx 🙏🏻 for another relaxed & complete review of the Street Twin. I’m about 6.2 too & thought about getting a Speed Twin. Seeing this really reduced & clasic 900 cc, probably I’ll test ride it 👍🏻

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy. 👍🏼

[@rotax636nut5]

A great review of a proper lovely bike, I think I'll have to start saving up for one..

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thank you, good idea!

[@terencekimpton3059]

You have talked me in to getting one that if it ever stops raining 😂😂

[@dhavald4359]

I did test ride. the bike is for light to no traffic as it has mammoth torque and acceleration. if we don't get side to overtake in traffic, we keep honking. it absolutely urges to overtake everyone else on road.

[@olivierr5444]

I have this bike and love it. To be fair though, a couple of things I love less. The rear suspensions are average at best and make the ride not always confortable on country side roads. Yor thigh can get hot due to motor heat on its side. In the same register the engine seems to heat easil, especially in summer. Then the fan turns on and you get a nice blow of hot air that makes summer even hoter. That's something I have not noticed on my other bikes.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Ok thanks bud that’s worth knowing 👍🏼

[@thefueltap]

This is first video I've seen of yours and you've just sold me a Street Twin. Fantastically well presented, everything covered, and questions answered. Truly happy to have found such a good review. Thanks a tonne for the effort :)

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Glad it was helpful!

[@GapBahnDirk]

Young people today....... The seat height is a bit low on the Street Twin, compared with the T100. I like the dual analogue gauges and spoked wheels on the T100 too. Thanks for a great review!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes! Ok interesting points 👍🏼 thanks buddy

[@chrisblack7226]

Yeow! Old Man Vulture Lord fan has gone retro. Interesting... Ride on, matey!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes indeed 👍🏼👍🏼

[@leemartin54]

Great review as always. I love all of the bonneville range, this bike sounds great and looks amazing. Looking forward to the reviews with the BSA and the other bikes you mentioned. Stay safe.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy. Yes it’ll be interesting 👍🏼👍🏼

[@colinlindley1320]

Great review. Was in Pidcock's Long Eaton today and if i had not got the wife with me, I would have bought this exact model. Only negative I can see are the easily removable side panels which could be an issue regards theft, so I would be looking at securing them. Had a Bonneville T120 which I traded in last year for a Yamaha Tracer 7 GT as wanted something for longer journeys but miss owning a Triumph modern classic. Keep up the fab work. Really like your review style. I am off to sweet talk her indoors😀

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Good luck with the wife! Thanks buddy 👍🏼👍🏼

[@chewie8]

Doing my mod 2 test tomorrow, this bike is definitely on my list.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Awesome good luck 👍🏼👍🏼

[@zombricone5898]

what a smart looking bike. i’m sure it was a blast to ride. great review as always

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy. Yes absolutely 💯

[@kaliber73]

Top comment: Youngsters, why are you sitting on a bus looking at your phone when you could be sitting on a bike like this. 🙏🏻

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks! Had to be said 😁

[@OntarioAndrews415]

I came, I saw, and you delivered. Great review. Cheers!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy 👍🏼👍🏼

[@kramnam4716]

Best audio of one of these out there👏👌💚

[@ianscott5821]

Another great review with all bases covered,not a fan of matt paint but a nice retro bike fairplay....🏍🏍....

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy. OK yea I get that 👍🏼

[@gm2256]

I'm really starting to fall in love with bikes with meaty tires on them haha. these look great on the twin

[@retroman71]

Beautiful bike, I have one at the moment as a loan bike while my BMW is in for a service. I love the handling & lots torque on the Triumph. I was having a sticky beak at the bike while at home & the seat also had me when trying to remove it, but now i know it's easy to remove & put back. Great review.... Thanks.