Old 2016 Air Cooled Triumph Speedmaster - 1st Ride & Review

Tally Bally Ho!
Here FINALLY is my Triumph Speedmaster 865cc Review. I rather enjoyed myself! After the disappointment of the America, this is much better... The position and bars are pretty much the only real differences, but even so...
I hope that you enjoy. Again, I tried to answer as many questions in advance, but please feel free to like and to comment below with anything else you would like to know...
Many thanks to Herts Triumph again for allowing me to ride their demo bike.
Thank you for watching and Tally Bally Ho!
In fact, as the silly season is upon us; Tally Bally Ho Ho Ho...
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[@mbaize1058]

OMG! I absolutely love the commentary. This video is such a joy to watch. Thank you.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it! Subscribe and look at all my others if you like this!

[@LionTheHeart]

Back again..loved the casual humorous Commentary.. made me chuckle..often keep up the goodwork Cap'n!

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Thanks for watching!!

[@jayallenbrand8857]

It's always entertaining to me just watching you enjoy yourself, and now on a Speedmaster for the first time. Thanks for the video. Jay

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Thanks Jay! You're welcome! Thank yo ufo watching and for the comment! :-)

[@laurenceharvey6202]

Captain Rambunctious mate you really are one of the best at bike reviews, well done buddy

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Laurence Harvey thank you! Feels like a long time ago that I did that now!

[@saintetienne755]

Sir, your reviews are a delight and you are a gent of the highest repute!! Tally bally hoot ;-)

[@CaptainRambunctious]

How very kind! Thank you very much! TBH!

[@DudeTh3Man]

A minute thirty into the video and I love this guy already.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Thank you very much! :-)

[@tinks43]

Always loved the look of the Speedy! Glad you enjoyed taking her out for a spin. 😀

[@CaptainRambunctious]

I did indeed! :-) Thank you for watching! :-)

[@GurrasGarage]

Great review, I need to get myself a Triumph, again :)

[@CaptainRambunctious]

I would strongly advise it... ;-)

[@ya2121]

i like that this test ride is also part of my drive home!

[@CaptainRambunctious]

That's cool Giles! Do you have a bike? Fancy a ride sometime? Message me through Facebook when you fancy a ride...

[@chillisolutions]

About to buy a 2015 Speedmaster with 50k km on the clock. Just had to do a bit of homework and this video was ideal - even driving on the same side of the road as us here in South Africa. Cheers!

[@CaptainRambunctious]

You’re most welcome! Glad you found it useful!!

[@Photography_by_Kavan]

i've had my Speedmaster 865 for 3 months, done over 4,000 miles on it and i love it! i'd be tempted to get a Tbird Storm one day.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Surprisingly different in position and ride... If I tuned the SPeedmaster for about 10 more bhp, I'd prefer it over the Thunderbird! I was extremely impressed with the Speedmaster... :-)

[@TheSpectre223]

I really like the Speedmaster so I'm glad you enjoyed it too. A cruiser has no right being so quiet though, as nice as it is to hear that whine, so it'd absolutely need some open pipes

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Definitely... First top is always a pair of British Customs Bikes on these 865cc twins... :-)

[@Ju287V3]

Love your reviews Captain. I only found them a week ago and am working my way through them. Tally Bally Ho

[@CaptainRambunctious]

I feel for you! ;-) Thanks for watching and good luck! Remember to turn the volume down to protect your hearing! TBH!

[@malcolmbeecher8378]

i have a 2007 speedmaster and i am in love. the front brakes have a duel rotors though.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Interesting. So why did they go to single disc? Weight loss for handling or purely aesthetics? Probably both... Thanks for taking the time to comment and for watching.

[@scottelectronic]

LOL...if your first guess as to why they went to a single disc isn't "to save money" I don't trust your thoughts on anything really.

[@fibroboy1604]

Excellent as always captain, looks like a fun machine.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

It was a giggle! :-)

[@woke2woke153]

I've had one for a few years. Never had a problem with the tank width. I like the low point of balance and the low seating position. Makes it very controllable knocking around town. At high speed (95-100mph) I tuck my right foot toe under the brake pedal, which is a comfortable way to cruise. I put a small American National Cycle wind deflector on it which looks good and takes all the pressure off at high speeds. Very comfortable. Very nice bike.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

All excellent advice! Thank you. Thanks for watching! :-) Enjoy and ride safely!

[@jde9095]

Very well done , Thanks Captain

[@CaptainRambunctious]

You're welcome Darrell, thanks for watching!

[@ysbrandvandam183]

Just bought a 2016 speedmaster in mat grey with 6100 km , love this bike

[@drawnbody51]

Got my eyes on the exact same bud. 2016, 5000 miles, it's up for £6400 great condish. Would you recommend as first big bike? And is this a good price in your opinion? Cheers mate

[@danbateman4273]

Love mine, owned it for 2 weeks- light ,sounds awesome👌

[@muskokamike127]

I see the road painted "slow" is treated as a suggestion across the pond as well ! hahah...

[@MFP2241]

Holly bloody nice guy, Barman... no typo.

[@catman2629]

I had a 2012 Speedmaster for 3 yrs , nice manageable cruiser , very comfortable . I had a 1200 Sportster before and the Speedmaster was a much nicer bike and quicker , more comfortable and better brakes . Highly recommend Speedmaster my previous bikes were Fireblade , Hornet 600 and 900 Honda Shadow . Shayne Byrne said he likes Harleys and has had several Sportsters because he can go out and ride them without being Shayne Byrne , he should try a Speedmaster

[@SanandanDA]

I really wanted this bike but Triumph India did not sell it here so I bought a Bonnie SE instead, but I love it. I'm very happy.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Blimey! Fair enough. Lovely bike either way! :-) Pity they don't sell them there though... Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment!

[@luizsouza8773]

Great vid mate.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Thank you Luis and thank you for watching!

[@GTsGarage]

Bang on review of the America, great review of the speedmaster.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Thank you sir! Glad you agree! :-) Thank you for watching and for the comment...

[@882richie]

Hi Capitano, I am really torn with this bike. I love the look of it but plan on riding two up most of the time and am concerned about the bhp and if it would be powerful enough. What do you think?

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Plenty of people do ride two up on these and are fine. They were more than enough back then, it’s just that we’ve all got used to a bit more grunt… it will easily pull to overtake two up just not as instantaneously as the more modern 1200s…

[@andybryant9105]

huzzah Capn good to see you and I was in Aylesbury two weeks ago at the Audi place

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Thanks Andy! Crikey! You should have said hello, although it would have been unlikely that I was in the country!

[@andybryant9105]

Ive been to Aylesbury twice since but my visits are few

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Andy Bryant Roger.

[@chrisdroste3296]

Love the vids, as always good sir! I've been reading the comments and we're on the same page for the Speedmaster. First Triumph i took out, actually! I got a -very- limited ride but silver w/black racing stripes offset to the spine had me in love. Now if only we could get that 1200HT motor on it and pair the tach and speedo up top like in your Thrusty R.....

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Yes, definitely... A Speedmaster with a 1200 engine... I think that that is what a lot of people are clamouring for... I reckon by Easter...

[@M70fan]

Could you please compare this one with the current 2021 Speedy or your Speedy? Personally, this air-cooled’s price has gone downhill to a very attractive range and I would like to take one.

[@LionTheHeart]

Informative video!

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Thanks for watching!

[@tambol100]

You mention quite a few times how comfortable you sit and feel the bars are too, may i just ask your height as some form of reference, Many Thanks,

[@CaptainRambunctious]

I am 6'1 with 32" inside leg if that helps. I normally mention it, but as it is on so many of my videos, sometimes I forget to mention it... I hope that this helps... Thank you for watching!

[@gmatty2975]

Great review Captain. I love my 2015 Speedy and have upgraded the exhaust system for short slash triumph Tors. for a small amount of Gold the guys at Triumph Twin power will furnish you with the following items to make it run perfectly. TTP EFI custom performance tune download. Breathe Airbox Intake Cover - Highest flow, lowest restriction. DNA Performance Air Filter. More surface area = more power! Custom O2 Removal Kit. OBD-2 USB Cable. With just a small amount of common sense and basic tools even an Idiot like me can install the hardware and upload the Tune ( socket under the seat ready for your laptop to connect to via the cable that TTP supply. The result is 270 degrees of pure Bliss..... in my opinion. ;0)

[@CaptainRambunctious]

That will be excellent! I had the breathe intake cover and DNA kit and o2 removal all on my first Thruxton! Very nicely done. And thank you for watching and taking the time to comment!

[@whorayful]

The Speedmaster has a slightly lower final drive ratio, maybe it suits the engine better? The America has more of a highway cruise final drive gear set, should be more relaxed at highway speed. Nice bikes, the 20 L tank should give you all day cruising range. Cheers and seasons best.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Thank you! You too! That would explain the difference in pick up then... That's all I'd need... :-) Thanks for watching! :-)

[@saddle8bag]

Hear any rumblings of a Speedy with the wet 1200? Would love one with proper wheel sizes to accommodate modern rubber. Proportions on the Speedy have always appealed to me more than the oversized, bulbous T-birds.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Yes, I am starting to appreciate the slimmer Speedys. I HOPE that they do a 1200 Speedmaster... That will be great... Although, I'm now having dreams about the 900 Speedy with a Bonnie tank and chopped rear mudguard... Could be amazing... :-)

[@MelgaInMoto]

Just bought, 2011 used,… my first bike ever. Can’t wait to drive “her”. Just the time of a couple of lessons at driving school to be confident on a motorbike. 😂

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Awesome! Have fun!

[@MelgaInMoto]

@@CaptainRambunctious can’t wait to have my first ride. 👍

[@TheSQL-Lover]

love mine! TORs give a better exhaust note and a few extra HPs

[@CaptainRambunctious]

That's what it needs! :-) A lovely bike... :-)

[@michaelfranssen411]

Great review Capt. If you had to find fault with the Speedmaster, what would that be?

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Michael Franssen the only fault would be that it isn't built to the higher standards of the newer bonnevilles where the finish isn't quite as good. Like on my old Thruxton 865, you can expect a few bolts and fittings to show wear and corrosion after a while if used in all weathers... But that is me trying to find fault with what ended up being a thoroughly enjoyable motorcycle.

[@problemslayer3538]

Got my eye on one of these. Lovely bike, but the Kawasaki vn900 is also tempting

[@danbateman4273]

Ive had both- Kawasaki is very plastic, engine covers, everything is plastic- buy the Triumph

[@cptc-yt9330]

Here I am, looking up motorcycles to possibly buy once I've finished my A-levels and I randomly click onto this video. I've driven and walked passed that dealership so many times because I live in that area. Just made me laugh tbh.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Glad to hear it! AS long as you laugh, I doh't mind why! Thanks for watching and for the comment! :-)

[@SDMCCNATE]

I brought one off my friend for £3.5k and honestly, it's the best bike I've ridden so far, plenty of go in it, I've got straight pipes so it's definitely loud

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Perfect! A mate of mine just bought one as well… loves it… so much fun and looks exactly the part too…

[@twinsgt7048]

I have this bike and i love it but today i would buy the America LT.

[@chrisblake1918]

I do quite like the look of this and the Bobber. Mind you, the Bobber has a 1200cc motor.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Yes it does! I'm waiting for them to launch the 1200 Speedmaster as this is no longer allowed to be sold from January... A few people were disappointed that the Bobber wasn't a new Speedmaster anyway... Thanks for watching Chris, and for commenting...

[@wickedleeloopy2115]

I only wish they had belt drive... would have been epic.

[@danield831]

Thanks for the enthusiastic (dare I say rambunctious review!!) I have a 2009 Speedy. First year of EFI on the Speedmaster in the US (2008 EFI in the UK) Anyway I wonder how this 2016 compares to my 09 model in terms of performance: breaking, handling, HP, torque etc???

[@CaptainRambunctious]

I don’t think that there’s much difference between yours and this one. Not much changes until the upgraded 2018 1200cc Speedmaster which is a very different bike! I don’t think that they made many changes between 2008 and 2016. They didn’t on the 900 thruxtons... maybe just cosmetic? Owning one, you’d be best placed to say...

[@poit444]

I love the Speedy with Cocktail Shaker Exhaust. Can only get that sweet sound the America and Speedmaster. Great for cruising around. But in reality, this class belongs to the your aformentioned Storm!

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Yes it does, but that engine is TWICE the size and therefore width as well, so if you want your legs spread wide, then fine, but this with a Bonnie tank would be perfect! And quite minimalistic too! :-) It's definitely giving me some ideas... ;-) Thanks for watching sir! :-)

[@davidmelton1682]

Enjoyable review.Thanks. I have a 2010 Thunderbird 1700. Have you ever reviewed that, knowing that due to the new regulations, it's unlikely that we shall see any new ones? Would be very interested in your thoughts. When did you have your Storm?

[@CaptainRambunctious]

I have indeed! :-) I had my storm for the summer of 2015... Loved it, but wasn't practical enough at the time... Then had a Tiger, and then the Thruxton R came out which is all I ever wanted anyway! :-) Loved the Storm... I think that I have reviewed the Thunderbird 1700 LT somewhere... If not, just the Storm I'm afraid... Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment!

[@voornachter5921]

Hello CR, Ton from the Netherlands again! Thank you for this confirmation that the Speedmaster is a really nice bike to ride. We spoke earlier in the commenta when you tested the America. Didn't had a Speedmaster yet at that time, but have one now (2013 model) and it is great te ride. Looking forward to change the exhausts for TOR's. Can't include a picture from my bike (in front of a Dutch windmill) but y'ou will get the picture A real pleasure seeing ypur videoblogs. Any prospects of testing the new Bonneville Bobber....? Very tempting bike Thanks again!

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Thank you for watching again Ton! :-) Yes, I was very surprised how different the America and Speedmaster could be! The Bobber is in the pipeline for January at some point. My dealer should be getting one soon. :-) TBH!

[@voornachter5921]

well, that's one of the nice things of being a demo rider, always capable of comparising, on and on end on... Thanks for your reply

[@andyfairchild2383]

Nice video Sir! I'm curious though... Was the walk around filmed up by Ivinghoe Beacon?

[@CaptainRambunctious]

It was indeed! I film pretty much all my walkarounds up there... Its nice and quiet mostly... :-) Until I record the exhaust of course... ;-) Thank you for watching!

[@andyfairchild2383]

Captain Rambunctious Ah, thanks! Good to know I still recognise my old haunts. I grew up in Pitstone but I've lived in Bristol for 20 years.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Andy Fairchild Well, you can't always be lucky! ;-) What a lovely place to grow up! :-)

[@MrVinnyh]

would prefer spoked wheels would feel more in keeping, don't know about you but tend to read the tacko more than the speedo, great style but I look for a bike that suits me, never been into H/D type styling or the bobber, but have to admit there's is a place for the Speedmaster, as in bits & bobs Triumph are looking for different markets, and you are able to pinpoint different markets better than the press with more fun!

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Ah, I prefer the cast wheels on this machine, but maybe it's because I have the spokes on my Thruxton already and I liked the fact that the wheels didn't take so much care when I had my cast wheels on my Thunderbird... :-) Thank you, I try to answer the questions that I would ask, so maybe it is working! :-) Thanks for watching Vince, for the support, and for commenting. Tally Bally Ho!

[@tcruiser5896]

Hey Captain, very good review! Your vlogs are really good entertainment. Can you tell something about your gloves. Looks nice. isnt it cold in autumn driving with this gloves?

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Ha! Yes, anything below 10C and it's a bit chilly, but I now put them on for the reviews... Probably a little bit of vanity, but people ask where they are if I don't wear them! Thanks for watching and for the comment...

[@darryllzwiers7257]

I'm very late to the party but I put drag bars with 6 inch risers on for exactly the reason you said. The factory bars on the america are shit

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Ah, I put straight bars on my newer Speedmaster 1200 and made all the difference too! Thanks for watching and for the comment!

[@Jacob2032]

How tall are you? I'm 6ft 5" and thinking of getting a speedy but not sure if I'm too tall

[@CaptainRambunctious]

If you look at the selfie stick stuff, I have plenty of room and the drag bars lift you higher, giving you even more room. You would definitly be too tall for the America, but this, I don't think so... I am 6'1" but with fairly long legs (33") so you should be ok... If you aren't ok on this, then you would be fine on the Thunderbird Storm, although it is a bigger bike in all senses of the term... Thanks for watching Jacob. TBH!

[@sylvizx]

the only thing wrong visually with the speedmaster is plastic taillicht & indicators, paint the tacky looking tank dash matt black looks way better

[@CaptainRambunctious]

You're right about matt black... One of the first things I tend to do with all my bikes is a tail tidy... Chop this one down a little and have much nicer rear lights... :-) Thanks for watching and for the advice! :-)

[@stevesixtysix7630]

Nice, might have to give that a go🤔🤔

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Definitely worth having a go! Was comfortable with plenty of room with a surprising turn of speed and handling! :-)

[@Stug665]

Great Video Cap'n!! Gotta get a Speedmaster now!! What artist/track is covering the selfie section around 10mins in??

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Thank you goose man! It was very enjoyable. The track is an Apple Final Cut Pro standard jingle called All My Shuffling. You might be able to google it but it isn't a released track as such... Thank you for watching and for taking the time to comment!

[@hannumaunula1869]

So what´s in total wrong with America?

[@CaptainRambunctious]

It was the position and for some reason, it didn't perform as well as this one did? It could be that the America was the LT version that I rode and therefore is carrying an extra 30-40kgs or so, or the seat, but it just felt underpowered and slow to turn... This was everything a small naked cruiser should be to me, but it could just be the pegs instead of footboards, and the drag style bars giving me more upper body room?

[@crispernator]

Hi captain another great review i laughed when you bagged the american as a friend of mine has one i havent ridden one myself so cant comment .What do you think if it had laced wheels instead of mags ? , i rekon it would look nasty and a bit more note wouldnt hurt either .The comparison you made on the brakes i am wondering if it is pads ,maybe even fluid but that should be the same as you say a mini thunderbird anyway great review as always keep the shiny side up ol boy .

[@CaptainRambunctious]

+crispernator thank you. Glad you liked it. Yes, I didn't particularly like the America but this seemed to go much better... oh the brakes are just because I am used to my twin disc brembos. They work well enough... Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment! 😊

[@QBTO]

Good looking bike, pity its so small !

[@Zerodghjj]

I haven't seen one of your vids in sometime and here's why those bastards at KZbin unsubbed me from your fine channel so I wasn't getting notifications. So got that sorted.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Bastards!! At least you now have it sorted... I'm afraid that you have a few to catch up on then! Good luck! Tally Bally Ho!

[@Zerodghjj]

Oh feck there's more?

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Adventures With Bash?? AWB T100 review, vlogs, bobber launch etc...

[@jacobweng1807]

Nice sharing

[@niallwildwoode7373]

Grim points....indicators, seat, tank badges. As a returning biker after 35 years absence, I'd definitely get one 2nd hand (circa £5k at the time of posting) and bob the thing. As you say, a good, basic Triumph like my old Bonnie to mould to your own personality.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Good grim points! Thanks Niall. Thanks for watching and contributing.

[@markgrice8088]

needs a goosekneck,girder front end,overbore,straight thru pipes and fuck-off painted on the tank :)

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Now that would REALLY be something! On the new Speedmaster, that would be even more!

[@SkeggyCruiser]

Nice bike buddy, do you ever watch johnnycactus0? he's got a bonneville tank on his America, looks sweet, great looking bike but not quite enough power for me, RSM8.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

I do indeed! He's one of my first as it were... ;-) It's definitely a second bike. For the money, I would be stretched over this or the bobber as a second bike, and both half the price of a Harley, but not a good Yamaha of course... ;-) Thanks for watching buddy and have a very Happy Christmas... :-)

[@johnDukemaster]

How on earth do you set off with that selfierod in your hand? Must be tricky! I loved the Speedmaster. Did 94 000km on it and it served me well. Didn't even adjust the valves. Only checking. Bulletproof engine, I must say. And there's alot more power lurching behind those blackedout cases. Airfilter and exhaust job is the trick. As always! Tata!

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Exactly what I would do John! At least I Have finally ridden one... I thought it was just an America, but it feels very different.... Setting off with the selfie rod is fairly easy tucked into your left hand doing quick clutch movements... Simple really... ;-) Thanks for watching!

[@johnDukemaster]

It really is. Strange as it is since they use alot of the same bits and bobs. And it's a good looker, one of the best looking cruisers on the market imo. Makes me want one....God!

[@CaptainRambunctious]

John Mård Oh dear, back to the Speedmaster for you then! ;-)

[@johnDukemaster]

To be honest, just between you and me, FAT CHANCE! Ha ha! Not fair, I know. The Speedmaster is a marvelous bike, no doubt. But I've been on cruisers for....many years. Been there, done that! Time for some serious hooting! Tata!

[@CaptainRambunctious]

John Mård Huzzah! Enjoy! :-)

[@drivingmetrodetroit4515]

But what about the new one?????

[@CaptainRambunctious]

What new one?! Tis only a rumour at the moment... If you mean the Bobber, then I've done a review on that, but for now there isn't a 1200 Speedmaster although I agree with you that there needs to be one!!

[@drakewoodruff8881]

Captain Rambunctious Scroll down to vid. www.cycleworld.com/triumph-new-version-speedmaster-might-be-one-my-favorite-releases-2018

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Brilliant... Definitely a cruiser worth having... I was saying they needed a good replacement... I probably won't get to ride one until Dec though...

[@Nick_R_]

I should have said when you reviewed the America that the handlebars coming close to the rider was introduced in 2011, when they also made the wheels smaller, dropped the height and shortened the legroom. In other words 2010 and earlier Americas would be more up your street. Newer ain't always better!

[@CaptainRambunctious]

I see!! Well, that makes sense. I was very surprised how different the American and Speedmaster could be... Quite an eye opener! :-) THank you for watching and for the clarification. TBH!

[@02bigkev]

Great review, thank you. RSM8

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Thank you for watching! :-)

[@Phil480]

I'll have to dig out my second ride on the Speedmaster from a couple of months ago, I may be able to make something out of it. The brakes on the one I was on were shite haha. But otherwise, it's a nice bike to ride, extremely comfortable and good for the short legged riders.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Ah, yes, for the diminutive stature! No, the brakes on this were great! :-)

[@UnknownProdrive]

A change of channel name is needed now. "Captain Rambunctious likes Triumph everything else is shite." Rather catchy don't you think? Oh by the way I was rather naughty and went on those piratey torrent sites and watched that Clint Eastwood directed Sully. Mad clutch skills in a tight spot indeed. I'm sure you would appreciate his calm professionalism. How he landed that Airbus in the Hudson and didn't cartwheel it was amazing. You need to see it, just from a professional point of view. Ride safe Capn Triumph or something! Always a pleasure sir.

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Good point! I've now run out of Triumphs... Oh and by the way, I don't like the America, the Trophy or the Tigers... Oh and not fond of the Street Twin, even if it is rather good... ;-) Time to try more HDs and BMWs... :-) Tally Bally Ho!

[@UnknownProdrive]

Captain Rambunctious Just out of interest if money was no object what's you're dream ride?

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Hmm... Not sure... Difficult to say as still haven't ridden so many bikes and I have favourites of categories, but no one really stands out? The most expensive that I covet is the Brough Superior SS100, but that wouldn't be a great every day bike... But I'll say that for now... ;-) Ultimately, I think I already have the perfect bike for me... The Thrusty R is so far perfect...

[@JLOSTAFF1]

Absolutely wizard ole boy. It's just me I know, but a single disc on front never looks right - there should be two. I mean would you fly a plane with only one disc on the front wheel? :-) Kind regards, Jon. P.S. How about a review of a Royal enfield 500cc Classic? I've been trying to get Missenden Flyer to do one without any success at the moment - you could beat him to it!!

[@CaptainRambunctious]

HA ha! You're right, I could! Yes, I really want to ride one, let alone buy one, so will see! ;-) There aren't ANY brakes on aircraft front wheels! ;-) Thanks for watching... Royal Enfield, HD and BMW next...

[@JLOSTAFF1]

Now I know that I shall never fly again.........:-(

[@CaptainRambunctious]

JLO Staff Ha ha! Just not necessary with 10 disc brakes per main wheel and reverse thrust... ;-) It can concentrate on steering when needed... I wouldn't worry if I were you...

[@JLOSTAFF1]

Phew!

[@derrickfelix503]

Great video cheers

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Thanks Derrick.

[@andybryant9105]

Damn Bosch eh!?

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Indeed!

[@danbateman4273]

Love this review- but his comment about putting a Bonneville tank on it would be like putting Susan Boyle's head on Mylie Cyrus's body 🥴🤔

[@CaptainRambunctious]

I only said this because someone did it! Not my taste either….

[@lweleven3423]

With the condition of British roads , you let go of the handlebars 😂

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Great point!

[@tigerjim6077]

I think you like that didn't you Captain? Haha!

[@CaptainRambunctious]

I've no idea what might make you say that... ;-) Thanks for watching Jim!

[@MetalMayhem1978]

My god the Licence plates over there are ugly, just sayin

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Steve James they are indeed!

[@robertrobhog]

why have triumph not bothered to update this bike , all they do is bring out the horrible bobber

[@CaptainRambunctious]

I have a suspicion there will be a 1200 Speedmaster, but they want to push the Bobber as a 'new' idea first... Will see! But a 1200 Speedy would be amazing...

[@andybryant9105]

and I took my missus to the bike show what and oh dear shes got a chinse 125

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Ah well, everyone has to start somewhere!

[@vascanio1117]

ok good

[@richardseekins24]

The older version with the twin disks just looked better. This version looks...well..crap

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Richard Seekins this is the older version? Are you thinking of the Thunderbird that has the twin disks?

[@richardseekins24]

Nope check out the version with the 790 engine www.google.co.uk/search?q=triumph+speedmaster+790&espv=2&biw=1664&bih=910&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwi2n4nmieDQAhVHJsAKHccaDqkQ_AUIBygC Everything about it was better IMHO

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Richard Seekins Goodness! There was a 790cc?! I bow to your greater wisdom!

[@richardseekins24]

hahahha get up you fool :)

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Richard Seekins Ha ha! ;-) Lovely looking machine...

[@clanmac66]

Looks to small for you and a chain...nerrr

[@CaptainRambunctious]

Ah, maybe I have to wait for a 1200 version then! ;-) Thanks for watching!

[@johnmoore4577]

dithering only word

[@NinjahPenguinZ]

it awoke something sexual in me though...

[@CaptainRambunctious]

These things do have that effect!

[@StewartGartland]

Sorry, not such a great review. I think the differences between the America and Speedmaster are quite minimal. I'd suggest you either didn't study the America sufficiently, or you are in a different mood on this? And I must admit, I am over these rambling drivels that cover all the twee stuff without offering a real meaty information delivered in a succinct manner. meh!

[@CaptainRambunctious]

I still think that ride ride very differently and the bars made a big difference to me... I'm sorry to hear that my style is starting to grate with you. I'm afraid that I am only doing this to give people as much info as possible, hence the rambling nature... I won't change my style therefore, but thanks for watching and for the feedback.

[@problemslayer3538]

Nob

[@CaptainRambunctious]

😂