Pt.3: Triumph Bonneville 865 - First Modifications

All of my bike videos will be on my new channel here: ‪@WatsonMoto‬
Today we have lots of high quality bits going onto the Bonnie.
Kellerman Atto 3 into 1 LED Indicators, Triumph Wax Cotton Panniers, Motone Pannier Rails, Oxford Bar End Mirror, Genuine Triumph Alloy Brake Reservoir, Spark Plugs, Moto Gadget Flasher Relay, Rectifier Cover and some Petrol additive.
So much for keeping it stock for now! I’m really happy with the progress so far and the bike is happier for it. Now for some adventures!
/ watson.moto

[@KindOldRaven]

Looove the bike man, nice mods too

[@Taz-yt4tj]

Like watching your videos you’re just a normal guy doing improvements to his bike I like that ,and I’m learning something 👍✅❤️

[@MsDenver2]

Hi been following your videos and it came time for me to collect my 865se I was very excited but as I rode it up the road from the dealer I highsided , haven’t damaged the bike much but I’m black and blue. What I can’t figure out is what I did wrong , the throttle seemed very jerky but I was not expecting it to suddenly throw me off. I thought the bike would be very smooth to ride , how wrong I was . How do you find your bike?

[@BorisTheDefender]

Oh my. That’s really sad to hear. I love it. I find it very modest but the throttle is slightly snatchy. That’s why I remapped the bike. I hope you’re doing okay now

[@kennethwilkinson3589]

Yes, a remapping will make all the difference to smoother acceleration , easier starting, smoother idle and you will love your Bonneville like crazy! Hope you are recovering from your injuries. Shiny side up mate!

[@dothmynugs]

I'm always confused when I see the micro turn signals. So you do not want people to see your indicators on a vehicle that's at a disadvantage vs. cars...

[@BorisTheDefender]

They are as bright if not brighter than a standard light and when they are off are barely noticeable. Aesthetics are a personal choice and they work very well.

[@sharpkings]

personally not so keen on the front indicators, but i think the rears and all the other mods look cracking and a great job on those panniers !

[@richardblom9211]

I was really confused for a moment when you put one mirtor on the right, then I realised that you are not in the US 🤦‍♂️

[@radu2253]

Kudos for your purchase and dedication! DPR8EIX-9, they are the equivalent of an k&n air filter for spark plugs. p.s. you shall never go back to "classic" spark plugs. :D

[@BorisTheDefender]

Thanks for the tips! Are they iridium?

[@kdsowen2882]

First thing my mates and I used to-do back in the 70's was bif our indicators . More conservative these-days, but factory-ones are usually ugly . Your bike looks a lot better , My 82-Yamaha TR1 is retro'd , including indicators , seat, guards etc (kept all the originals ). I have a W650 which is stock apart from indicators , mirrors and exhaust-baffles (I like my bikes to sound-like they did in the 70's ) I will also change the tail-light for a repro-lucas-style...Dave nz

[@BorisTheDefender]

Oh brilliant! Good to know. All good fun isn’t it

[@MsDenver2]

It’s good if your good at doing things like that , I never understand why they put those awful plastic things on . Yours looks a lot better and you’ve probably saved money 👍🏍

[@rayfraser1773]

Are those indicators legal ?

[@christophersmay4508]

Bootlicker

[@In_MT]

Looks great! A bit shocking at first because we're used to regular MC indicators for our whole life, but gets the job done. For sure a personal preference MOD, and not for everyone. But if you like it, that's all that counts 🙂

[@thestevofactor]

Any suggestions for the headlamp bulb upgrade?

[@MsDenver2]

I couldn’t do electrics , is there also a way of keeping the look but having a led head light ?

[@Broken_Adventures]

We should arrange a bike trip 👍🏼

[@BorisTheDefender]

100% mate!! Let's do it!

[@coleythailand999]

Coming along nicely. Great work on the panniers. Might look for a set at low cost and try the same 😊

[@tomtom786]

Nice job. Requires lots of confidence ! Great vid, thanks

[@MsDenver2]

I’m all for making everything led but I would keep the original design after all it’s a retro , but of course I’m getting on in age so my opinion is biased as all my bikes 40 years ago had big yellow indicators lol . Still you have got to be happy with your bike and how you like it , that’s part of the fun we are all different 👍🏍

[@dirkdiggler5164]

You probably already know this LOL but in the USA signal lights weren't required until 1971. All the Brit bikes before then had no signal lights at all

[@leewhite4887]

Great Job, looking forward to the next upgrade

[@georgezuss2925]

Nice work on a very nice bike, friend. Thank you for sharing.

[@BorisTheDefender]

Thank you too

[@jaysmoto]

👍nice

[@BorisTheDefender]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@richardwalker5906]

Looking good 👍

[@richardclegg7846]

Complete waste of time if you haven't had it pro mapped and got it breathing with K&N filter and aftermarket silencers. It will ride like a slug( comparatively)