Freddie Dobbs' Bonneville | The real work begins!

Join me in this first video after taking on the challenge to fix ‪@FreddieDobbs‬ Triumph Bonneville T100SE. This motorcycle is the central focal point of his channel and has been right there with him on many adventures from all over Europe to the Sahara, across the Atlas Mountains to the local coffee shop!
We begin by destroying part of my house for more motorcycle storage and then begin the assessment of this poor, tired motorcycle.
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[@FreddieDobbs]

I watched this with Monika, and she was staring furiously at me when you pointed out all of the things wrong with the bike!😆 I loved the video, thanks Joe🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@johnrobertharland3975]

😂😂 she will never get on the back with you again

[@TheWurks]

Ohh dear, sorry pal! It will live again even if you're not around to ride it ;P

[@malcolmrowland6438]

I thought the same thing Freddie 😮

[@richardjohnson3463]

😅😅

[@Fiatmannen1]

Horrifiying all loose bolts and even one missing in the cradle. Do you have a deathwish mr Dobbs?

[@billferrie6178]

Having someone looking at Freddie’s bike who’s not going to shy away from revealing the facts of the problem will help Freddie look after his bikes more in the future. To those who think he’s not a real biker WTF, he went to the Sahara on that Bonnie. I bet most of you haven’t been further than the local shops. He’s a legend.

[@roddyb]

This could be the “most followed m/cycle repair video” of 2024, the Bonneville has been central to Freddie’s channel and I think he was surprised how militantly protective the subscribers were to this motorcycle. Top job, I’m glued.

[@banzobeans]

💯

[@PeterNolan-009]

Yep, I am keen to see how Joe goes.

[@stevesanelli90]

Can it get any worse?😂😂😂😉 Whatever you do & whatever may come, please teach Freddie to respect his machine. It’s never too late to learn😉

[@xl5006]

respect? wtf is that all about?

[@simoncook7456]

I think he does respect his bike, just some people are not mechanically minded. It's also really difficult trying to maintain a motorcycle when you live in a flat Please fix it Freddie doesn't look right on any other bike 😄

[@Ralf916]

I think the last Mechanic probably thought this is a world of trouble stay clear and from the walk round does seem abit neglected somewhat or used well in many ways …. Not many go on distance travels… but I would cut my loses and break, as probably to much to fix for an old bike..already costing the cleaning! 😵‍💫😵‍💫

[@_Just_Some1]

@@simoncook7456this!!

[@nikoscosmos]

Patronising remark.

[@rottenpunk5778]

Ah the old Dobb’s Riumph .. :)

[@leon0]

@TheWurks should do a custom side panel to match: Reddies Riumph Ronneville

[@junglie]

& the moral of this story is, never lend freddy dobbs a bike....lol.

[@richardjohnson3463]

😂👍

[@volt8684]

Or if there any floods

[@nigelbush7255]

😂😂

[@davideastwood1993]

A lot of negative comments about Freddie's lack of care for his bike - justified yes but you should remember he does not have a dedicated workshop and a couple of spare bikes to hand like many others with bike channels. In my youth when I had a shed at my parents house my AP50, CB175, RD250 were all immaculate, cleaned waxed and gleaming without a spot of rust. Later I moved to London, lived in a flat and has to park my Z750 by the roadside under a tarp. To wash it I had to carry water down 3 flights of stairs and around the corner. When winter came It was a lot harder. I did my best but was commuting to work each day through rain and even snow. After 1 winter the bike was a mess and I really couldn't maintain it. I think a lot of bikers have dealt with that frustration - not everyones experience of biking is spending hundreds of pounds on brass replacement seat bolts and spending 4 hours a week cleaning their bike with the latest 30 quid per 100ml dedicated bike cleaner.

[@jonathancarson1974]

Sure, but you can get some s-doc or mucoff, a spanner and screwdriver for the footpegs and exhaust and it's at least an improvement. .. one hour a weekend in winter is doable surely 🙂 (or he could bring to those guys that do snow foam and acf for the winter ...I mean there's at least a video in that too..)

[@robjulian4148]

My VFR750 is under a cover in the front garden, which I share with the downstairs neighbour. If I want to wash the bike, it's up and down the stairs with a bucket. I do all the maintenance there or on the street. It's a pain and I'd love a garage, but a bit of regular attention has kept it sweet for the last 16 years. Luckily I don't have to use it to commute in winter!

[@danielkerr4100]

Tbh there are no excuses for not cleaning and or looking after your bike, only by ignoring things and not cleaning does it end in this state, it doesn't cost much to keep it in check now and then and you don't need specialized cleaners.

[@pushrod76]

Been watching Freddie for awhile, I'm surprised it's not worse😂. Still at least he rides his bike.

[@TheWurks]

Absolutely, he has way more miles under his belt than I! (much happier in the workshop on the spanners...)

[@skymningforelsket1302]

I've been watchin' Freddie for a while, and I'm surprised his main ride isn't a Honda Monkey by now🐵. lol just having some sport at Freddie's expense

[@chrisfoden4911]

Just a thought, after the Bonnie is up and running, how about a beginners guide to a weekly routine check of a bike and what to look for. I am sure there are many newish riders out there who have similar mechanical experience to Freddie.

[@skymningforelsket1302]

Fun fact, on the old Triumphs without the counterbalancers, parts would rattle off those bikes virtually on a daily basis. Sometimes parts would literally break from the vibration. In 1955 an American bought a new Triumph twin and rode it coast to coast! No problems except it vibrated so hard the fuel tank literally split down the seam in the middle!! True story.

[@piotrbieda5912]

Shame on Freddie! Subscription for you 👍

[@johnharris7353]

Freddie maybe a few less fancy coffees and a little more time on the machine ! Lol !

[@neilurquhart8622]

And less spent on ‘fashion clothing’!

[@robertpewsey8931]

As one of Freddies subscribers, and Thruxton 900 owner, I'm really looking forward to this.

[@TheWurks]

Thanks pal, this only the beginning of what is going to be quite the task it seems. Plenty more to come...

[@robertpewsey8931]

Thanks, I'm not a mechanic, but don't think there's much really wrong with Freddie's Bonnie. It has been abused and lact regular maintenance which has now come back to bite him. Hopefully you chaps can track down whatever is wrong and we'll see him back on it before long. All the best, and thanks for sharing what will be very interesting for all us 865 owners.

[@johnmartin7158]

Freddie is the nicest guy in the world, but not the nicest guy to his machinery, lol.

[@fernandoleicam8236]

This is getting more hype than a Star Wars movie dude. Can’t wait to see it!! 💪🏻

[@TheWurks]

It may have as many episodes and spin offs too 😜

[@fernandoleicam8236]

@@TheWurks 🤣🤣. No doubt about it man. I’m pretty sure you will fix that bike!

[@PhilipBallGarry]

I might be in the minority here - but I prefer this to the latest Star Wars movie anyway 👍🏻

[@ThatBobGuy850]

Joe, thanks ever so much for helping Freddie out. Not all of us are experienced mechanics. Freddie is still learning...and learning things the hard way. But he is an inspiration to us who ride a lot and don't have a fully-equipped shop to keep their bike in. And boy, does he ride a lot! He's surely not afraid to get out in weather that would make me say, "Ehhhh, maybe tomorrow." Anyway, thanks again for your work on his bike.

[@dirkdiggler5164]

The hard way like his muffler and footpeg falling off on the road 😁 just kidding, Freddie boy

[@lucaghislanzoni3559]

Bolt missing at the frame cradle??? That’s playing with fire!

[@lizardlost9692]

I feel this may pay off for Joe 10 fold with the views and subscribers. Smart move 👍

[@ianfutcher1518]

Please keep Dobbs away from motorcycles 😂

[@Jfbm3891]

Top man for taking it on!

[@control1922]

I can’t believe Freddy’s beloved Bonnie is in such poor condition

[@Dreddingbath]

A big difference of course between "can't be repaired" and "uneconomical to repair". The rest of us would be lucky to find someone to take this on or be able to have a go ourselves. Looking forward to seeing this unfold and hours involved.

[@triumph-owner]

That's a cold comp test too. A warm engine would be over 150psi.

[@86scottjm]

Freddie needs to get into the habit of washing his bike at least twice a year.

[@neilurquhart8622]

And more importantly getting the maintenance done by a competent mechanic…….Don’t DIY Freddie🥸

[@Disposalist]

It's really interesting to see this 'crossover' video. Freddie, bless him, is a classic nouveau rider. He loves the machines and wants to do the work himself, but has other demands on his time and, to be honest, other skills. I'm very much the same. I rode a 1958 Ariel Huntmaster with the club for some years, but only because my step-dad was skilled and patient enough to keep it on the road. When he died, I knew I couldn't keep my Ariel on the road without giving it significant time to learn how and do the work. My time and expertise is elsewhere and the money to pay someone who really knows what they are doing is simply too much. I have huge admiration for those that make 'proper' motorcycling their life and, yes, I fully admit that I think those that both ride _and_ maintain are 'proper' bikers hehe. Me (and, I think, Freddie) are more 'riders' than 'bikers'. We love the machines and love the riding, but keeping our machines on the road - that true synergy of rider and machine - will forever be something someone else does.

[@basilwatson1]

Yes, I agree ,, Im a m/c engineer from way back Im opposite from you , I dont have any other skills as such , ( ones that bring in the cash !) Now I know all the ins and outs of running a shop , I get that . But the cost of taking ur bike into a shop to get fixed is imho too expensive. Also, the design of these "modern" machines the engines are ok imho. but the "tech" and style that surround it are ...unnecessary Dont get me started on my washing machine, light switches , heat pumps, car, I would like to see Freddies bike "restored "

[@johnrobertharland3975]

Been looking forward to the videos. The bonneville is my favourite aspect of Freddie’s videos, however the other parts are great too. Will be interesting to see what’s actually wrong with it. Hard to try and diagnose from his videos so far as quite a lot of questions need answering before we could try. It seems to me like a few factors, recent top end rebuild, attempted theft, riding through the flood and also a cold snap. I suspect there has been a couple of things wrong with it just happened very close together. He did mention about low compression so be interesting to see it this was true. Good luck with it and thanks for taking it on. 👍

[@freemenofengland2880]

You missed Freddie's galivanting around in Morocco(?) and getting the engine full of sand...

[@stevethompson8313]

Spot on Joe, great vid ,hope you get the views you deserve

[@TheWurks]

Thanks pal!

[@malcolmosborne1592]

New subscriber thanks to Freddie. Looking forward to this series. Riding through a flood didnt help it 😂

[@TheWurks]

Thanks for subbing

[@donsmith3573]

Oh dear one sad neglected bike maybe less cafes and more on maintenance from Freddy

[@Ilovetriumphbikes]

Cannot wait to see the progress on this project. I tip my hat to your attention to detail. 😊

[@TheWurks]

Oh thank you!

[@Martyntd5]

Bloody hell Dobbs, I know you're not a mechanic, but it wouldn't kill you to clean the thing occasionally. 😄

[@dirkdiggler5164]

Freddie washes his nut sack once a week and tries to keep his arse from stinking. Now if he would only take care of his motorcycle as well as that.

[@arryc3947]

It makes me both happy and sad to see this. Happy that you're helping Freddie out and sad that the last place that were apparently Triumph specialists decided to mug him off with low compression as an excuse for him to give up on it. It was apparent right from the get-go that compression wasn't the issue.

[@DD-co1zn]

What's sad, and obvious, is you have no real idea how a business is run and as a result you're mugging off the specialists based on your pure ignorance. Mechanics, and specialist mechanics, have to get paid for their time. Particularly with the specialist, the primary reason he was discouraged from having the specialist try to fix it was because he would need to pay the specialist for every hour that was spent trying to diagnose the problem, potentially only to discover that the problem would not be economically sound to fix. Just look at this video to see what state the bike is in. The specialist told him the most economically sound thing to do was to either try fixing it himself, or cutting his losses. That's BUSINESS. That's the REALITY of RUNNING a business. If Freddie wanted to pay the specialist for their time, and was willing to wait while the specialist juggled his case with more straight forward jobs, he could have done. You misunderstand this channel if you think the point is to put professional mechanics to shame. Rather, it's supposed to show you that - when a job makes no economical sense to pay a mechanic - all is not lost if you are willing to spend your own time on the problem. Mug.

[@arryc3947]

@@DD-co1zn Lol, loving your little temper tantrum. I have no problem with specialist mechanics wanting to get paid and I have no problem with a specialist mechanic telling a prospective customer that they believe the repair job would be uneconomical in their hands and it's best off elsewhere. What I specifically DO have a problem with a specialist mechanic telling someone outright that the problem with their bike is low compression and it needs a new engine, when they hadn't the slightest evidence that this was the case and - indeed - we now know categorically it isn't the case. If that's the reality of running a business then please tell me the name of yours, so I can avoid it at all costs. Stick your toys back in pram, internet hardman.

[@DD-co1zn]

@@arryc3947 you're either misrepresenting the TriMoto specialist, or conflating him with the previous mechanics. The specialist did not give an outright assessment of the core problem, just offered conjecture on what it might be without having spent the time, at Freddie's expense, going through the bike in its sorry state to properly diagnose. Giving him a heads up before the time/labour expenses on diagnostics started to mount. Pretending that the specialist doesn't know what he's talking about, but this youtuber does, is just wanton ignorance on your part. This guy has two bikes in his utility, TriMoto had what looked like 100+ in their shop. I'd love to see this guy work on Freddie's shitheap whilst having 100+ other jobs to do too. The irony is your comment is made on a video where you can clearly see what a shitheap state the bike is in, and you still feel confident libelling a specialist with a proven track record. The only internet hardman related to any of this is clowns like yourself in the comments section with no concept of the economic realities of running a business, and no comprehension either since the specialist explained the economic implications to Freddie in the first place. You'll notice the guy making this video isn't throwing the specialist under the bus, at least not explicitly. He should know better than to encourage plebs like yourself though.

[@DD-co1zn]

@@arryc3947 btw, lol @ liking your own comments.

[@xl5006]

@@arryc3947 spot on, that specialist was/is an absolute tosser, typical of the so called mechanics these days who really are nothing more than tinpot fitters, gone are the days of real mechanics who were able to repair bikes and actually got their hands dirty.

[@mattrees466]

looking forward to the repair job. cheers. Matt from Australia.

[@shedend3066]

Nice video mate - interesting start to your investigation looking forward to the updates

[@2wheelsG]

I’ve been looking forward to this. Freddie has never presented himself as an enthusiastic amateur mechanic, and (no criticism intended) his low level technical understanding was clear to see - his strengths are elsewhere, and I enjoy his output nonetheless. I am a little surprised however at the poor Bonnie’s general condition even though it’s seen a lot of duty. It’s bad that he was advised it had a major compression problem. Lots of respect to you for helping him out, and I for one will find this riveting. Great channel by the way, new fan here 👍

[@hdevo80]

Freddie only drink cafe

[@garybaker2683]

I wonder what muck was in the tank prior to Freddie taking it of and laying it down to remove badges😂😂 did this then go through fuelling system amongst other things

[@Grumpy-Goblin]

My thoughts were the same as yours about the fact that Kingdom Motorcycles had had the barrels off this bike and if there had been any significant damage to the bores I would have thought they would have spotted it. Obviously this bike has had significant wear and tear and is probably a bit tired but I didn't think that after a top end rebuild there would be anything catastrophic. I was really pleased when Freddie said he was letting you take the bike I'm looking forward to your further investigations.

[@TheWurks]

Yeah, I'm currently looking into the charging system and then we'll be into checking the cam timing! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@triumph-owner]

It's just basic maintenance that if you notice something fix it before you have a list a mile long. Some people just ride bikes an oblivious to things as they crop up. But in saying that most people I know who ride keep there bikes maintenance up to scratch and are aware when anything changes. Noises rattles anything out of the norm.

[@leon0]

​@@TheWurksthe only other thing with potential sub-optimal compression is valve seats. Grinding the valves in would bring benefits but I agree with you the right starting place is now to look elsewhere. I'd be checking for crud and corrosion at every electrical connection. Especially with the flood business.I loved it when you went through the loom on your scrambler project. That was meticulous. Great. Then looking at the ignition pickup/cranks position sensor and coils, then at the MAP, temp and o2 sensors. Hopefully tuneECU will tell you about those though.

[@jerhughes500]

Fair play, that bike is in a right state! I enjoy watching Freddie, and it just goes to show with him and the Missenden flyer among others, sometimes patter is all you need!

[@mrcintheuk4641]

Style over substance will get you a long way these days.

[@jerhughes500]

@@mrcintheuk4641 it certainly will, just look at who's "in charge".

[@johnmartin7158]

💯✅

[@mozdickson]

Lol Facts

[@richardbartlett6932]

Looking forward to your solo Moroccan adventure video

[@stefaandeconinck1531]

Fantastic video, it’s beautiful to see how you take it step by step. Giving that lovely machine the tlc it needs. Can’t wait for the next video. Greetings from Zeeland the Netherlands.

[@WrenB111]

I'm following this one. I've been riding my 2002 Triumph Sprint ST since new. All kinds of good info, even though triple vs. twin

[@roviwoteap2375]

Came here from Freddie’s channel. Good luck with this project. Can’t wait to see the outcome!

[@Curiousdriving]

Two great channels come together! Epic!

[@freemenofengland2880]

Excellent - I could see you doubling your Subscription Count with this move and helping Freddie and saving a Bonny all at the same time. 👍👍

[@PatrickWhitaker-ls2cs]

Neglect is obvious, it's interesting to see the state of the bike close up, it's a proper state, frame bolts missing, ignition loose and 02 sensor wires and part of the loom too. Sorry but Freddie only has himself to blame, I would be ashamed to let a bike get in that state.

[@volt8684]

Kingdom mcyclesworked on this?….???

[@ianseddon9347]

The makings of a great series! Great stuff Joe!

[@TheWurks]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@05gt99]

Well done, looking forward to this one 👍

[@oldbloke9270]

Hi. Watched with great interest. Looking forward to the next episode. Whatever you find for heavens sake please can you get Freddie to be more proactive when looking after his bike. Screws, bolts missing, cables loose. He needs to be more focused with his maintenance otherwise I fear he my come a cropper due to his lack of attention and thats something I'm sure nobody wants as we all love his channel. That is all. Old Bloke

[@nonsononessunooko4066]

hope the RIUMPH get back on the road

[@neilurquhart8622]

Why drop the T?

[@nonsononessunooko4066]

@@neilurquhart8622 its a running joke i make to his tank stikers its still just RIUMPH from the time freddie dobbs tried to remove it , he couldnt finish the job becouse the hairdryhyer wasnt strong enough so from that time on i call it RIUMPH 🤣🤣🤣 just a silly joke eventually he will remove all the letters

[@neilurquhart8622]

@@nonsononessunooko4066 if he doesn’t bugger up the tank completely!

[@dannyjacquitighe3880]

The Boneville is in safe hands now with Joe 🔧 Freddie it will be like new when it’s finished 🏍️

[@clivehale397]

Brilliant well done for helping Freddie you are a star.. . Also if time teach him some of the basic care....

[@lovingmylifeasIage6741]

Those rear foot pegs are notorious about braking off. Also the neutral light switch in the oil pan is noted for failing.

[@taswr]

Christ, Freddie is a nightmare at looking after bikes, that’s a disgrace, I hope he is thoroughly embarrassed by it. Well done for taking it on mate.

[@joeboonmusic4004]

Good luck! Excited to see this hopefully end in a happy and healthy Bonneville! It's a shame to see some of the biker snobs in the comments. I too have been known to not look after vehicles as well as they could be... keep in mind that that bike had been sitting around between repairs for some time. A few too many rude know-it-alls, why not instead be thankful that we get to see this and thankful that we get to see Freddie's content? In my opinion the best biking content on the internet.

[@paullane8586]

The compression test looks ok. It's time for the work to begin. I am looking forward to these videos.

[@TheWurks]

Thank you for watching and definitely more to come!

[@WreckingCrewHR4K]

Where would AQUAMAN be without friends like you, Well Done Joe, Love the workshop setup, looking forward to the next episode, Good Luck.... Added Edit: Just noticed that you are good friends with Josh "Shadetree Surgeon" and Weems in Tampa, I am now convinced that your three great minds can fix Freddie's Bonnie, Keep it Weird Dude.

[@BrokenVespaPhil]

Hi, new subscriber here. Joined via Freddie. That was a great video and I’m looking forward to the next one.

[@TheWurks]

Thanks for coming

[@SuperPramFace]

New subscriber here! Glad I found your channel, best of luck with it. Absolutely great content, thank you!

[@alextrigg9913]

Hope you are watching this @freddiedobbs!

[@TringmotionCoUk]

Before watching, my guess was sand passing through the air filter in Morocco and did it's thing to the bores, rings and bearings

[@TheWurks]

yet to pull the air filter... ;P

[@TringmotionCoUk]

@@TheWurks after watching - I think you are on the right lines with MAF/Oxygen sensor issues as well. Could be a tank sealing issue? Will be interesting to see what the OBD scanner comes up with there!. Ha! I really should be commenting with my M/C channel - but I am not that clever 🤣

[@snatch709]

Great to see the old bike may get a new lease of life, subscribed to you channel -fab

[@neilempson7988]

Middle England is waiting with bated breath ....

[@gsoni79]

Joe awaiting what you can do with Freddie's bike

[@richardjohnson3463]

Great to see this machine (hopefully) getting sorted by someone who "knows"! This will be keenly followed by thousands.....😊. Great stuff! Hoping for a resurrection of the much neglected bonnie. 🤞

[@TheWurks]

Fingers crossed!

[@twowheelsoneleg5672]

Freddie is a great guy but man on man, bike maintenance really isnt his forte is it?. This is like one of those videos where someone rescues an abused dog and nurses it back to health!

[@MalteseMafia]

Good progress already 👍 the missing and loose bolts are an own goal Freddie. 🤣🤣🤣

[@andyc750]

to be honest that is less wrong than I expected given the lack of care and abuse that bike has suffered, it is like a moped that has been owned and abused by a 16 year old at the end of the day though, shame he doesn't read all the comments he gets because he has ignored a lot of good info from a fair few people but then he had his spark plug decide to exit the cylinder head ages ago and sort of screwed it back and then paid to have the bike cleaned by someone instead of getting the problem sorted out, as regards what his "specialist" said who basically ripped him off for a quick glance at the bike, pretty much ignore that as was meaningless as they obviously never gave it a real looking at

[@davidperkins1765]

So pleased to see you’re looking at Freddie’s bike. He’s done so much on it to inspire others, myself included, it would be such a shame if it faded away as scrap parts. It’s fantastic the cycling community pulls together to make one last stand. Good luck with the fault finding, I have a sneaking suspicion given the compression seems okay, it might be more of an electrical issue, even water ingress on the starter button housing. H op e c it all gets sorted. 🤞🤞👍👍

[@ai3xskc]

Love watching Freddie's videos so I subscribed to support this fix! But, a part of me wants him to buy a new bike... 😅

[@neilurquhart8622]

Sadly unless he changed his ways that would be a waste of money

[@leon0]

There's room in his life to keep the Bonnie and, for his channel, a rotating door for other loaner/test bikes.

[@julesyoung8975]

Thought this bike had just been through another guys workshop getting cylinder head gaskets etc . Missing bolts , wires hanging , insecure parts including ign switch and footrests . Must of all happened between then and now ....

[@leeandjancruise]

Can't believe Freddie missed so many minor issues that he should have picked up and fixed himself, the Gods must have been keeping watch over him when he did the Morocco trip.

[@andysmith2013]

The old fashioned compression testing routine was to do an initial test and (if low) then inject a teaspoon of oil through the sparking plug hole. The test was then repeated, an increase in pressure indicated that there was a bore/ring/piston sealing fault.

[@TheWurks]

Absolutely, wet test as a follow up is definitely on the cards. I wanted base readings to see how bad it might be first before exploring the electrical problems. Given the state of the idle running my gut is leaning to Cam timing check first here.

[@leon0]

I think the test compression figures are for a warm engine anyway, when ally piston to steel liner tolerances have closed up. I don't see a major problem with the numbers you showed us. Thanks for doing this work.

[@apacherider7110]

Old school like me👍

[@jan22309]

I really love to watch someone fixing a bike. Probably because i have no clue how to do this. Respect 😅

[@TheWurks]

'Try' fixing a bike may be more accurate ;). Thanks for watching!

[@jan22309]

you will do it!

[@vincedesmondo2212]

nice one Joe , looking forward to this like you i was shouting at the screen when it started with just a key turn on "starter stuck out stop it stop it ! lol" the air filters got to be water logged surly ? or was and playing up the sensors ? i like Freddie but poor old bike lol anyway looking forward to see what you find * ) and seeing it running right again i have no doubt in your abilities * )

[@AlexOnABoat]

Wandered over from Freddie's channel, because who doesn't want to see the Bonnie being fixed? And now I've discovered a whole load more to watch on your channel, I'll probably never find time to actually ride again.

[@jonathancarson1974]

Is Freddie blind? The general lack of maintenance is shocking😅

[@md2528]

Great attention to detail. Bike obv needs some tlc. Tut tut Freddie 😂

[@Martyntd5]

Hope that low compression isn't damaged valves from when Freddie used his RIUMPH as a submarine a couple of weeks back? 🙄

[@skymningforelsket1302]

What low compression?

[@jamesonpace726]

Hay look, every rider isn't a mechanic! Freddie, especially, but still....

[@1234567marks]

It’s quite clear that Freddie hasn’t got much knowledge when it comes to motorcycle maintenance, maybe he could take a course at a local college or at least read up a little, maintaining your bike is hugely rewarding and is not only means that riding is more enjoyable but it’s safer, if you maintain your bike you’ll notice fasteners coming loose etc, 3/10 I’m afraid Freddie, must try harder! 🙂

[@AndrewLynch9]

Here from Freddie’s channel and subbed. I thought the last mechanic said there was a compression issue…

[@TheWurks]

Yes. I mean they're not ideal numbers but it is tired. Base on those numbers its not in the realms of running as badly as it is though!

[@AndrewLynch9]

@@TheWurks looking forward to seeing what you can do

[@FREE_PUREBLOOD333]

KZbin dropped this video on my list randomly so I've subscribed due to my mechanic and restoration interest in all things motorcycles.. let's see what can be done with this poorly trumpet. 🍻👍

[@TheWurks]

Great to have you here… yeah its need of some love!

[@FREE_PUREBLOOD333]

@@TheWurks I've owned a few original old Trumpers over the years..T100ss Daytona 500, Tr6 650 thunderbird, 3ta, 350, worked on loads of the old stuff back in the day. Unit and pre units . Used to build chops and set up sidecars for folks. I'm an old arthritic sod now though but still enjoy my own maintenance and helping mates out with services and repairs etc. I look forward to watching this restoration and will look through all your other vids over next week or so too. Good luck with this poorly looked after but well used bike. It would be a crying shame to see this bike broke for spares. Seems Triumph don't have the spares back up they used to have years back.

[@88davidw]

I love Freddie and his channel, however his mechanical sympathy is shocking. I would love to know why he doesn't take care of his bike/car.

[@neilurquhart8622]

Too ‘busy’ at coffee shops on the way to fashion retailers🤪🤪

[@ironkcirb285]

Hmmmm as a electrician who rebuilds bikes for fun/side lines a 12 year old bike that's been write off once ,would be heading just one place Flea-bay as a spares part special. Ever heard the exasperation "throwing good money after bad?" . Good luck your going to need it.

[@trevorphillips3055]

That depends on the level of damage, a lot of bikes are written off but are easy to repair with relatively superficial damage.

[@robbending3848]

Would you have learned any more about the engine state by doing the compressions 'wet', Joe? And sorry I've not been able to get the endoscope to you. Next week maybe?

[@TheWurks]

Absolutely Wet test would be a logical next step especially if the it was way down but atm given its all been apart recently and wasn't running this badly before. I think I have to explore cam timing first. Definitely need to catch you and grab endoscope for a better eye on it too. Thanks Rob!

[@chrishammond5414]

I’ve been waiting for this and future videos,like waiting for a new series on Netflix,can’t wait for the rest.well done🤘🤘🤘

[@redfive5123]

A nice bike turned to scrap by Freddie's and former owner's negligence. No mercy for them.

[@ezragonzalez8936]

That motorcycle is not a triumph. it's a DEFEATED! 😂😅

[@Terryb31]

Surely any comp test isn't complete before you have done both "dry" and "wet" lubricating with a splash of oil will raise the pressures if bore wear is evident or make no difference if the valves are worn.

[@chrishart8548]

Voltage is a little bit on the lower side 13.71v I acutely had 2 identical honda regulator rectifier. One on a xr125L the other on a xr250r one was 13.83v the other was 14.51v the headlight was noticeable how much brighter on 14.51v. I bought another on e bay used and sold the other one one. I was honest about the voltage output.

[@robmance1611]

I cannot wait to see what happens next!

[@davidvadkrogh]

Finally a real mechanic❤ looking forward to next video 🎉 nice work

[@chrissteer9215]

Hi just come across your channel via Freddie Dobbs so interesting as I use to work on my own bikes back in the sixties onwards it’s also somebody who knows what they’re talking about great channel waiting for the next update thankyou.

[@geeezer9]

fingers crossed

[@sandysanderson8588]

Great video, Just plod along bit by bit, Very educational for some one who does know much about the working of a bike.

[@5tevieb954]

Here from Freddie Dobbs

[@bonnytrippler2966]

Freddie Dobbs led me here and I subscribed! I love the 865 Bonnevilles and I will be following this with interest. All the best. Cheers.

[@iancharlesworth3654]

Tell FREDDIE, he ought to be ashamed of his self. 😂🤣😂🤣😭😭😭Get MONICA on a good safe bike. 👍👍👍You'll sort it.

[@thomascharnock]

I have a new obsession on KZbin 😂

[@robedmunds7163]

It is sad that main dealer costs are so high they can right a bike off that is repairable. I wont tell you how much Harley want to replace the head bearings on my bike. Bought the tools to do it myself

[@Cj-nu7nx]

I am 100% Behind Freddie! This could honestly have been me years ago through just not knowing and traded before this stage. I am learning a lot and really trust a successful outcome! As bikes are also emotional and this bike has completed totally amazing trips and memories for Freddie and us all, man I hope this bike comes home for more adventures! Also full respect for Freddie, this would easier to be a non public story because of the judgey people! So brave and full respect! Let's get this Bonnie singing! ❤

[@leon0]

I went through your scrambler build series after Freddie introduced you as the rescuer of his Bonnie. Really enjoyed it. Bringing that experience to Freddie's bike is wonderful. Wishing you all the best, enjoyment and success with this one. There's definitely something about these Hinckley 790/865 twins. Maybe you could think about doing a future series with a special stroker crank from the USA?

[@TheWurks]

Now that idea is awesome!