Top 5 things I hate about my Triumph Speed Twin

[@Jimo368]

The one thing I hate about it is that you have one and I don’t.

[@thatseventiesman3865]

He does sound a bit spoiled doesn't he? Showing 3 of his quite new looking bikes to us ;)

[@ptrisonic]

@@thatseventiesman3865 Yeah but his main drive is a 2CV... I'm more jealous of his garage - in mine I have three lawnmowers and my wife's car. Best, Pete.

[@jagdevone]

True

[@jauxed]

Same here...lols.

[@jonpram1737]

I think the person who told him to add a dab of grease to his break pads was also feeling a bit jealous 🤣

[@jh5257]

Everyone should come up with a top 5 list of pros and cons just to maintain our objectivity. Thanks for sharing yours.

[@tbutterworth1692]

The way I see it, the whole DRL indicator light arrangement, that seems to get mentioned mention a good deal, makes perfect logical sense, because when it's dark enough to use the headlight, you don't want an indicator light shining in your face affecting your night vision. When it daytime, and you have the DRL on, it does least harm. Just an alternative perspective to consider.

[@laurieberg2880]

I’m going to go ride my faulty Triumph. The forecast is for 97% fewer texting drivers trying to kill me.

[@RichDunn]

I agree re: DRL. Brake really hard to get the abs to cut in on the front and that will probably clear the brake pad dust. If not, a dob of copper slip on the back of the pads at the next service will sort that.

[@daveyblakeney]

The front brake's glazed fella, do a couple of 'heavy' stops using the front brake to break the glaze and the squeak will go

[@mickcresswell1031]

Dave Blakeney agree - it works on mine!

[@wandering_armadillo]

@@mickcresswell1031 Yup, squeak gone here also!

[@droptuned83]

Mine doesn't squeek ?

[@bangladanglawtf]

nope. tried that with mine a million times, does not work. squeaked from day one. but now the brake disc seems to be warped as a bonus. fun.

[@bjoernrider6164]

Yeap, had the same issue. It may happen during tough braking when it's cold and the pads are cold or in the rain. In case of a real issue, talking out the pads and a piece of sandpaper help.

[@slakk5093]

That petrol gauge winge is a bit hilarious honestly. Why does it matter how quickly it goes up! You know there's a full tank of petrol, you just filled it up 😆

[@John900C]

OCD works in mysterious ways.

[@Granto-ni9qw]

Hate dige fuel gauge in block units

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

It’s a minor gripe but it just annoys me when it doesn’t need to happen....

[@terrymoore4208]

It's a good job he's not got the 1992 trident the fuel light came on after quarter of a mile on a 25 LTE tank

[@karlosh9286]

See now I thought exactly the same. After visiting the petrol station, you know it's full up (I never usually do a partial fill up on any vehicle, car or bike ) BUT during lockdown, well we haven't been allowed to make non essential journeys, therefore petrol has been left sitting in my Speed Twin. The current E5 (5% ethanol) petrol can go off quite quick and gum things up. Yes I can use fuel stabiliser, which I had done, but it had been so long I thought best to syphon off the fuel into a jerry can, and put it in the car which at least does a few "essential" journeys. Now with a fuel gauge that has the speed of a sloth on sedative drugs, I really don't know how much is in the tank. I know it's not a lot, but how much ? The gauge just keeps showing much more than I know is really in the tank. My Street Triple suffers from exactly the same issue !

[@malek5003]

Can certainly understand your frustration with the fuel cap situation, would bug me firstly that It’s not one of those Hinge cap style ones and secondly that you have to screw it round 5 times🤣They might as well have just given you a screw driver.

[@johnstonstewart2298]

Agreed, the indicators are flimsy. Half of one of mine has disappeared ,put a bit of coppaslip on the back of the pads. It's what they will do at the dealership so why not do it yourself, it works.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I daren't fiddle with my brakes....

[@John-qq4yr]

The brake reservoir is not only cheap looking, it looks like it obscures some of the speedo.

[@terrymoore4208]

Change the handle bars

[@TreyyDaMenaceFan]

anyone know why sometimes they chose to have the reservoir in a round container with a cap on top and sometimes in an, often rectangular, closed black container? Personally since i see the round container on performance machines it makes me associate the 'cheaper, looking reservoir with faster bikes.

[@marcelpursche5339]

sam The smaller round ones are most of the times external reservoirs for radial brake pumps. The rectangular ones are builtin on regular brake pumps. The radial brake pumps are supposed to have a better brake feel. Haven’t tried one myself yet.

[@DanTube2010]

@@TreyyDaMenaceFan Good question! I'm looking at a Brembo plastic reservoir that costs £50. There must be a good reason why track bikes have these so called cheap reservoirs. All I can think of is that they're lightweight, transparent so the fluid can be easily seen, easy to open (fluid has to be changed between races), and simple with few points of failure.

[@peterhird3542]

Hi TMF, I could live with most of these dislikes but the front brakes squealing would drive me mad. My GSXS did it for a while and every time I stopped it was like finger nails down a blackboard. I couldn’t stand it. The indicators easily snapping off would also aggravate me. It would be one of those things that you realise could happen and you’ve got it in mind when you’re riding. Then one fine day you stop, dismount and clip the indicator...break it...then swear and curse your way to get your coffee. Should be mounted near the license plate in my humble opinion. Thanks for putting out videos during this covid crap...always good to see you 👍. Cheers.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you Peter - to be honest the brake squeal isn’t thaaaat bad, just an annoyance when it happens....

[@XsXTrills]

I bought a 2012 Street Triple in black and gold because I loved your bike, Flyer. Now I'm looking at Speed Twins, and you've sold me on yet another Triumph

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I actually think I prefer my Speed Twin to ride than the Street Triple - though I prefer the looks of the Street….

[@EVargasIII]

Hey mate this might be 2 years late but I have a Thruxton R and you’re not meant to use the key to twist the cap. You twist it once to unlock, then use the finger indents to twist the cap itself to unscrew. Then you screw back on, and the key is a single twist to lock.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Indeed….

[@stratolestele7611]

Haha - I was thinking the same thing. As my wife would say about him, "awww, isn't he cute?!". OTOH, when my does something silly, I say, "you're so pretty!". 🤣

[@andrewfletcher9559]

Andy, just bear in mind that if you've just filled your tank up you don't really need to be looking at your fuel gauge, surely it's better to have something that's more accurate lol

[@abouc]

In the US, motorcycle headlights are always on by default, and I've never owned a bike that had a switch to turn the lights on. By this logic, it's probable we don't get an option for daytime running lights. This may explain why the daytime running indicator light is reverse to what you'd expect. Otherwise owners in markets that have "always on" headlights would be seeing that green light all the time unless the high beams are on.

[@wellyftw]

I’ve thought about the daytime running lights issue (I have a Speed Twin) - I think it’s more of a warning that you only have the DRL on rather than full (dipped) headlights on for when you ride at night. If the opposite was the case I think it’d be easy to forget to put the lights on full (dipped) beam.

[@holdencaulfied7492]

What the hell is a dipped headlight?

[@gerrycollins2335]

@@holdencaulfied7492 Just what it says: the headlamp beam is dipped, not on full (raised) beam. Perhaps we're suffering from translation loss?

[@holdencaulfied7492]

@@gerrycollins2335 Must be a British term. Go Manchester United!

[@tedwitus]

after being a serious TMF fan, and becoming a triumph fan-boy, I think I'm leaning toward the Street Scrambler for my first.. I love the T-120 (includes heated grips !! and center-stand !!) and was surprised these two options are either not stock equipment or even available on the Speed Twin. Thanks TMF

[@srhintz]

I guess we know who scuffs all the saddlebags at the dealership.

[@jurgentreue1200]

I had a squeaky front caliper on my 1990 Moto Guzzi Le Mans. Brembo brakes also. I bought the bike new and tried everything, including lubricating the disc pad backing plate and changing the disc pads. I finally gave up and learnt to live with it. I owned and loved the bike for 11 years.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yeah it's isn't a deal breaker for me - a minor annoyance at worst and it doesn't happen all the time....

[@falarn]

i had the pleasure of riding one of these last year when my bike was being serviced. It was a wet day and my feet kept slipping on the foot rests which put me right off.

[@wandering_armadillo]

So weird. I rode in the rain yesterday, no issues ..... I suspect it's a foot problem ;)

[@Miata822]

You're experimenting with a more dynamic filming style. I like it.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Err am I? Great - glad you like it Bill!!!

[@Miata822]

@@TheMissendenFlyer Faster more spontaneous pace seemed less scripted. Handheld camera movement, pulling back to frame the shot, it has a different look. Thought it was intentional.

[@michelelaschet9616]

You are right in every single point. For the rest, a good bike.

[@mark222b]

That fuel gauge issue also applies to the street twin. It got me worried the first time I filled up a close to empty tank but now I am used to it.

[@resin8n]

Regarding your comments on the fuel gauge. I've been riding for over 45 years now and own a number of bikes as well. I've always been in the habit of resetting the trip meter whenever I fill the tank. I'm familiar enough with all my bikes to know when I jump on any one of them, how much range I have left by checking the trip meter prior to heading off. Touch wood, I've yet to be caught out. Cheers for the good views.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yeah I do that too - it's just annoying when there's no need for the fuel gauge to be so sluggish...

[@ChipsCooper]

Interestingly the squeaky front brakes were the main reason I canceled my order it just shouldn’t happen plus I agree with you about the brake reservoir and fuel cap pretty cheap and nasty for the price you pay for the bike Cheers Chips.

[@wandering_armadillo]

Yes yes.... you just justify your way out of the purchase of a Speed Twin .... my squeak left after bike was run in. Just leave the Speedie for riders who love torque, handling and shooting the breeze with admirers of modern classics. Owning one is a dream.

[@sv650nyc7]

To remove squealing you apply brake grease on the edges of the caliper pistons, make sure the pads come with metal shims, or change the pads to softer material (the commonly used sintered HH pads are overkill for most riders anyways). Many ways to alleviate squealing brakes for cheap and it can be an issue on any bike. To not buy a bike for that reason seems strange.

[@ChipsCooper]

Di Korlaet Firstly I own 2 Triumph Motorcycles a 2012 Street Triple R and a 2018 Tiger 800 which are both great bikes plus I also have 3 other bikes which does include a retro as well plus I also ride about 20000km annually so I wasn’t trying to justify not purchasing the bike ,to me when you’re buying a premium brand these sorts of things should not happen and when I started to do a bit of research it seemed to be a problem with the T120 and the Speed Master as well and apparently Triumph didn’t want to know about it when people complained which I thought was pretty ordinary that’s why I didn’t go through with the purchase.

[@kingkole02]

I just looked at one of these at the dealer. Didn’t see a whole lot I wasn’t pleased by. No counting miles anymore? No worrying about power slides in rain? I’m used to old school bikes where nothing is controlled and your hand controlled the ride you want.

[@1ridgy]

I’m heading to a dealership as soon as possible and buying one of these buggers. Absolutely beautifully machine

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

They are good - I agree!

[@MrG00ny65]

Agree with most of your points there. Regarding the clocks though, what I also find annoying is that the odometer and the time cannot be seen together. You have to scroll through to either see the mileage or see the time. There is a small display on both the speedo and the tach so why not separate these two and have the mileage on the speedo and the clock on the tach? I have never had squeeky brakes on my Thruxton though.

[@5ebra1]

I hope Triumph listen to you and sort these things out.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

That would be nice...but I'm not holding my breath!!

[@justinrigden6530]

You right about the lights. In daytime, you can't easily tell what's happening with the lights. That fuel cap would drive me mad too. Triumph had great fuel caps in the 1960s.

[@CheapskateMotorsports]

The rear end on that bike looks so cool, just wish they thought of a better place to put that license plate.

[@virtualinsanity911]

The front brakes on my Street Triple RS (2019) squeal as well. Did so from day one and had the mechanic look at it at first service, but no change. Must be a Triumph thing.

[@MVFRNinja]

Seems to be a Brembo thing, honestly. My Ducati Scrambler's front Brembo squeals and screams during light, normal traffic riding and always has done so. Take a look on any Ducati forum, or hell, even just search for 'Brembo Squeal' on the interwebz and you'll get more than you can care to read. Pretty annoying that "top shelf" brakes sound like crap!

[@mattnicholas9842]

virtualinsanity911 My Street RS is fine, a very fine smear of copper grease on the piston faces should sort it, not sure how you ride but a good workout might help.

[@lord.onk99]

The Speed Twin is my fav of all your bikes, with the little Honda close second. Great chat, keep them coming Andy, be safe.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers Ken - you too!

[@GadgetMart]

I hope Stuart fillingham doesn’t see this 😮

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Why?

[@GadgetMart]

TheMissendenFlyer haha only joking, just loves his triumphs!

[@karlosh9286]

@@GadgetMart Stuart now seems to be saying Triumph's are overpriced compared to his RE Interceptor. Although I guess he still loves them.

[@splodge5714]

Surely he doesn't watch TMF.

[@torqueofthedevil8145]

splodge 57 he does he was bitching a week or so ago suggesting Andy was out making videos during the lockdown, stupid old fart.

[@elegantinfusions]

I have a speed twin 900 and certainly don’t have any of the issues you are raising, the fuel gauge was the same on the Trident 660,

[@glenbreaks5448]

Same cap on my 16 Thruxton R. I'm 65 with a petrified brain, yet it only took a few fillups to learn how to remove the cap without any fuss. Hint- not by twirling it with the key!

[@stevenhill6214]

The squeaky brakes thing would bother me the most. You may have re-ignited the CoppaSlip argument....yes or no? All i should say is, i have been using it for years (just a tiny smear on the rim of the caliper piston) and it works for me

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I've heard that a lot - will try and get it done next time someone competent goes near the brakes!

[@karlosh9286]

@@TheMissendenFlyer "someone competent goes near the brakes!" is that a Freudian slip ? ROFLMAO :)

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

?? Not sure I follow ??

[@karlosh9286]

@@TheMissendenFlyer If that was to my Freudian slip comment. Well I wondered if you were inferring you're not competent to play with the brakes :-D :-D :-D :-D

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes that's exactly what I was saying! (no inference intended, I'm technically incompetent)

[@Robert8455]

I don't have a Triumph (yet) but agree about the fuel cap, break prone indicator, slow fuel gauge & squeaky breaks. Triumph should fix them all. Nice organized garage!

[@Youchoob1]

When it's a 'premium machine'? You believed the salesman selling you that Thailand built thing then I take it? lol!

[@edwelld]

You need to get out more ;-) My 1200 scrambler has the same style fuel cap - i leave the plastic part unlocked.

[@Fireblade918]

Good points well made the lights and fuel cap would drive me nuts the rest could be called spoiling the ship for a half penny of tar not what you expect on a premium motorcycle, ride and stay safe everyone.

[@russelllocke7180]

I’m afflicted with the same issue with blinkers, both front & rear, but these are on an old 1994 Kawasaki ZR750 Zephyr. Old style, stick right out there for snapping off type. More so when in the garage and being bumped when squeezing past. Replaced three times. It’s a classic looking motorcycle though, designed like bikes of the 70s. Thanks for more lockdown entertainment. Stay well. 👍🏍😷🇦🇺

[@xyic0re714]

Great video. One thing I dislike is the 'speed twin' logs plastered on the bike. I know what bike I have, leave me alone.

[@andyhollund493]

Out of all your dislikes the only one that bothers me is the squeaky front brakes, although it is only slight. I've not broken any indicators though.

[@mattnicholas9842]

Good stuff, it’s very useful to get owner feedback around niggles, no big deal but good to know. My Street Triple RS is undoubtedly the best road bike I’ve owned (and I’ve got a V4 Factory as well), DRL. Disagree, you want the warning light in the daytime, at night you can see the headlights are on. Fuel cap, totally agree that is a bit pants, a proper alloy “Le Mans” cap would be much better, Brake reservoir, yeah I bought both the billet alloy ones for mine are they are much classier, that said nearly all Bikes have the plastic things, even a premium machine has to be built to a price. Fuel gauge, seems very sluggish my Street takes about 100 yds. I think the indicator is the same as mine, it just seems to be unfortunately placed on the twin. It is a real challenge to find fault with modern bikes, they’re all so good now.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

That's very true....I struggled to come up with these...

[@ducatimale]

A good greasing of the front discs usually keeps that squeaking sound away.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

:0)

[@danielleclare2938]

Fuel cap on my Yamaha Radian is flush mount works great looks cool and does not interfere with a tank bag. Nostalgia is one thing but some stuff is just a no brainer like ABS and modern tires...fuel injection. If it was easy to do back in the day they would have flush mounted the cap methinks...

[@sashasimons4826]

The plastic break reservoir really did my head in when I bought my street triple. Also payed for the metallic but, why, just why, is it not standard on a hight range make?! All these problems are kind of "small" problems that seem to be on all triumph models... I don't understand why they make such excellent bikes but cut corners when it comes to finishing touches

[@chevinbarghest8453]

ps "breaks" is what happens to the rear indicators and "brakes" are what stops you...

[@jeffreyporras3839]

The brake pads are what’s chattering . Check the hold down clips or spray the back of the brake pads with products like Quite Brake from Napa Auto Parts. It’s very common on cars.

[@gtrguy17]

Agree on the daytime running light. Are you listening Triumph?

[@rickdono64]

Queensland Australia have lifted non essential travel restrictions from 2nd of May, we can go 50km from home so already have my 100k's mapped out!! Stay safe and keep upright all.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Nice lucky you!!

[@spetersonmusic]

All valid criticisms and as with all things, opinions are subjective. When I buy a bike, I factor in all things I'll be changing (prioritizing over time). I know you do the same. My 2013 Street Triple R had squeaky rear brakes. Pad swap fixed that. You've discussed the lights vs. switches in the UK in the past, I agree with you. Over here in the USA, the daytime running lights up with the low beams by default, so it's not an issue here. The fuel cap, I'd look into unlocking it and leaving it or get a new cap to use under the 'cover'. I swap out those plastic brake reservoirs; never been a fan but that's almost universal on all bikes from the factory. I swap out my rear light for one with integrated turn signals - here in the US the DOT forces manufacturers to use big ugly plastic 'pumpkin' indicators. Drives me buggy. We almost always HAVE to replace the indicators one way or another with LEDs - so for the rear, I prefer integrated versions. Making a bike "your own" is a (sometimes slow) process but that journey is part of the package in my opinion. That hoodie is rather smart looking and I've now ordered one.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Standby for a LOT of female attention Scott!! Al the best - A

[@jeffhopkins8131]

Hate's a bad word to use, 'Annoys Me' much better to use IMO, You're spot on about the light switching, doesn't make sense except to the euro bods , some bikes might not have running lights so it's probably more regulations than common sense, Fuel Cap and Cover, Micky Mouse is an understatement, what's going on with the numberplate number, didn't take you for a numberplate vanity bod.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

That number plate came with the bike, nowt to do with me! - I don't to personalised plates myself (My Mrs wouldn't let me as she reckons only people with "more money than sense" buy them)....shame 'cos there's lots of "TMF" options to choose from!

[@jeffhopkins8131]

@@TheMissendenFlyer Top man thought it wouldn't be you! having said that, TMF 1 would be a lot better than SXE!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

...yes, again I repeat, nowt to do with me!!!

[@peterwharton2103]

Completely agree with you on the brakes, thought that was just mine, the lights and reservoir. Like you I love the bike bar those minor issues. The usb charger and no we here to easily feed wire is a bit frustrating.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad we concur!

[@peterwharton2103]

It was your reviews that convinced me to get a speed twin. I’ve only been riding 6 months and love it. I originally got a tiger 800 but didn’t get on with it. I’m heading to Swindon today for the 500 mile service, although I’ve gone a bit over that. Where can I get a replacement reservoir from which looks better. Your videos are great BTW really useful in the decision making processes.

[@pistolpete6321]

I have some of the same complaints about my T120. While it takes a few miles after fill up to register a full tank at least it has a fuel gauge which my more expensive Aprilia Tuono Factory lacks!! Great video!

[@mwsletten]

If you're relying on the fuel gauge to tell you when to get fuel you're gonna run out of gas. Use the odometer. Ride 175 miles, stop for gas, ignore the gauge. Problem solved! Nice bike, BTW. I miss my Triumph Tiger. I've got a BMW S1000XR now. I like it too, but it's more like a razor where the Tiger was more like a Bowie knife. You can shave with a Bowie knife, but a razor is a lot comfortable and easier, because it's the perfect precision tool for the job. On the other hand, you can chop a small down tree with a Bowie knife if you have enough time. That's never gonna happen with a razor.

[@telbenj]

I think the Monza fuel cap is pretty poor it should be opened with the key from the start not the faff of having to unscrew the cap with the key in place, it wouldn't be so bad if you could remove the key. My brakes began to make the noise but then stopped, all good for the last 500 miles anyway. My other gripe is no room under the seat to stow anything. But as you say what a great bike I love mine and it's also a keeper, Cheers Terry

[@ian-c.01]

I hate indicators in general, they always look out of place but the original old flex mounted ones that were fitted to older bikes were far less likely to snap off than any of the after market replacements I've tried. I bought some neat little replacements from a big online parts shop and kept snapping the rear ones by bumping into them when the bike was on the stand and knocking them with my foot when getting on and off ! Replacing broken ones every couple of weeks became very irritating and I never realised just how much abuse indicators get. If I need to get replacements in future I will look for some with flexible mounts or flexible arms because that's what is on my current bike and they have taken a lot of damage and abuse but never broken.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

The thing is these do have flexible arms....just not flexible enough!

[@TheRattyBiker]

I think they are all reasonable gripes, I think another thing that would annoy me is the fuel cap isn't symmetrical, I see how it would make filling up easier on a side stand but it's also something thats in the corner of you eye all the time

[@gliddofglood]

Re your 5 (6) things: 1. My brakes don't squeak - they never have. Glazed discs? 2. Brake fluid reservoir? Looks fine to me. I had to replace the caps on my 999 with anodised ones as the paint crackled up eventually. No such problems with the Speed Twin 3. The dashboard light for the running lights? I agree. It's illogical, but it doesn't keep me awake at night. 4. Fuel indicator takes a couple of miles to register a full tank (and miles-to-empty indicator ditto). That's a quirk, possibly a foible, but not really something to hate or even fix. Does it matter? No. 5. Fuel cap. Well, it looks superb, not naff. However, I agree that in operation it's not unlike the one on my mother's Golf from 1999. You have to turn the key in the right direction, and then unscrew in the right direction. Your video demonstrates this - you're turning the thing in the wrong direction, which is easy to do and even easier if you use your left hand (which you might, as the pump might be in your right hand). So, yes, unnecessarily complicated. I bet you could keep the nice cap and still find something underneath which popped up on a hinge. Once again, it's a quibble - no more. 6. I don't think I'm likely to bang into my indicators getting on the bike. It's not happened with any bikes. Maybe a suppleness issue - try karate lessons - that will do it. And now to my gripes: 1. The inside of the chain started to rust - the side that is hard to get to with chain lube. This has never happened to any of my many Ducatis in the last 30 years. My bike is garaged and barely sees the rain (as I try not to take it out when it's raining). So I assume it's just a built-down-to-a-price, cheapo chain. It will be interesting to see how it wears. From my 916 onwards, I've never had to adjust a chain within service intervals on any Ducati I've owned - they don't wear or rust. A chain is a "consumable" - no point invoking guarantee with Triumph there. 2. There are unmistakable spots of rust on the rear shocks. What?? The chrome plating must be "waffer thin" (© Monty Python). I know the shocks aren't the most pricey items but come on. Rust on chrome that isn't yet a year old on a garaged bike that barely sees rain? Now, that is a worry. I've managed to rub it off, but I suspect it may reappear. A guarantee issue if it does. Its's not easy to wipe effectively under the springs and you shouldn't have to bother. Apart from that, overjoyed with the bike.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yeah I love mine too!

[@mrlancekink]

TMF, I agree with your list and am happy that they're rather minor items. I also agree that this is an epic bike and a keeper. It checks more boxes for me than any of my other bikes, past and present. I plan to do the gauge face update as seen in your other videos. Am also converting to the euro-spec directionals and appreciate the warning about their fragility. Keep up the great work!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers Tom - love my Speed Twin, brilliant bike....

[@kevinmobile]

I see that in (small) aircraft fuel gauges are composed of magnetoresitance level sensors and these are sealed, highly accurate and being outside the fuel are not affected by damaging ethanol. They're more expensive of course than standard floats (the strips on quick-reading BMWs can also be problematic) but it's either that TMF or a dip stick which you will be familiar with in another life!

[@karlosh9286]

When I was on my training to pass my Mod 1 and 2 last year, 2019 ( as a middle aged newbie rider) , I asked the instructor about where the fuel gauge was on a 2006 Honda CB600 . He said "open the fuel cap and look in" . So I guess having fuel gauges now, we're just SO LUCKY ! But the speed the Triumph ones register fuel at is a little bit annoying, although not a major issue.

[@rogerwilliams2902]

Im pretty sure I saw a speck of dust on the bench, 🤐. Triumphs arent really my cup of tea, but the one you have is a good looking bike for sure, no wonder they sell so well. Keep safe everyone .

[@rumien1383]

I agree with you, as regards the DLR. makes perfect sense to have it the other way around. 👍🏻

[@robertakerson7186]

Mr. Flyer- I wouldn't be too concerned about the slowness of the fuel gauge coming up to the FULL mark. Even with my Old Timer's Disease I can still remember for a few blocks that I filled up the tank just now, and after those few blocks the gauge shows it too. Also as a fellow bald man I hope your lockdown goes away soon so that you can get to the barbershop- you are getting a bit shaggy

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

..it's been a very long time since I paid someone to shave my head!!! I'm just being lazy....

[@greyanaroth]

TMF, I am with you on the lights thing. Its bloody annoying. But one gets used to it. I also hate the "flasher" on the high beam where its an on off switch and there's no real flasher unless you're on your DRLs. Silly.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Agreed!

[@PeterPAAntony]

I agree with your complaints. I also do not like the shape of the tank. I would prefer, to see something more classic shaped. Like a 60s Bonneville. Also like the vintage badging.

[@owloped405]

My 2016 Triumph Street Twin gas indicator sometimes doesn't show me the right gas amount after I fill until I shut the bike off and turn it back on again. It must be a Triumph thing or a Street Twin thing. I find it odd but it doesn't bother me much. I use it all the time and never had an issue where I ran out of gas because it was wrong. This only happens after a fill-up. But I'd say it happens at least 50% of the time.

[@itsallabouttheridekeepingi4449]

The Brembos have ALWAYS had issues with brake squall , also with the fuel gauge " Triumph issue " you are probably aware more than most that their Fuel gauges are SLOW to fill ( its happened to two of my previous a Tiger 800 and 1050 Tiger Sport.

[@haydnwalker1044]

The DRL/Headlight illumination indicator, is absolutely backwards TMF... it should be the way you suggested. My car has DRLs, and doesn't tell me they're on... but it DOES tell me when the Dipped Beam is on! The Fuel Gauge thing, happens on all Triumph's I've seen, and also happens (although not as slow as the Triumphs) on my BMW K1200GT (it is a 2008 model though...)

[@brockett]

Brakes squealing: These bikes are over braked for general use. You just don't need a twin disc set up most of the time. This leads to, comparatively, gentle brake applications and low pressure on the pads to stop the bike . This puts a glaze on the pad resulting in a sqeal as you slow right down to a stop. When it's safe to do , try a few (10 or 12) really hard brake applications from speed - let the ABS do it's thing- and see if the sqeal goes away. I had to do this from time to time on my Fat Bob Harley.

[@kevmeister1702]

Sometimes a squeaky brake is nothing more than dirt trapped in the caliper somewhere. It was happening on my GS and a good squirt into the calipers with brake cleaner stopped it.

[@uzi75020]

I can see your point about the fuel cap. That would get old pretty quick. The fuel gauge on my Tiger 800 does the same thing as yours. I'm thinking it must be the software. When I first noticed it, I thought the level sensor was broken.

[@simonrobinson7536]

Top video. I agree the DRL should come on with the ignition and then use the he switch for the headlights and main beam. 👍

[@fernandojimenez503]

Thanks for the video. I totally agree with all your points, except the fuel gauge... I frankly don't care about that one. Triumph, if you are reading, not acceptable on a premium bike, totally puts me off buying one

[@IanTed]

Great bike but the tank range would be my main gripe, but then I ride a GSA😜, soon be back out mate it’s getting to all of us😎🏍

[@karlosh9286]

Yeah, that's on my list of annoyances. Speed Twin Range to empty is about 160 miles. So in reality, something like 140 miles before visiting the petrol station.

[@darkoflight4938]

Minor things really and one can find such in any bike/product. The question lingerers in the air tho... is it really a premium bike? The price is anyway. It just is as it is with whatever you buy these day´s. Keep up the good work sir and stay safe!

[@MrDibles]

Totally agree with those lights! What a silly mistake, that should be sorted!

[@danebrewer10]

Definitely agree with the headlight/drl switch scenario....

[@Mikey__R]

I would assume defaulting to low beam is a safety feature. If you forget to switch to DLR in daytime, you'll be fine, maybe get slightly worse mileage. But if the default was the other way round, forgetting to switch to low beam might cause an accident. My Street Twin doesn't have DLR, I dont think it's that big a deal. Other than that, these gripes are all things you can switch out.

[@TheGreatestBeyonder]

The fuel cap issue is a pretty easy fix. If you strip the barrel down you can make the cap so it can be left unlocked and opened without the use of the key. I leave my T120 cap unlocked (do thieves even bother with fuel these days)? The green dipped beam is Triumph just being twits. There’s no logical reason for it being that way and they well know it! The rest are all easy fixes too.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Indeed, these are a few minor niggles as I said - I love the bike!

[@daveharriman2756]

I have the Speed Twin, love it, but agree with the fuel gauge being slow to register, and the DRL/ dip is ar*e about face, the biggest niggle for me though, is the front brake squeal, the reservoir I bought the cnc machined one, and got the bullet indicators that are fitted to the Thruxton R before I took charge of the bike.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad we concur!

[@ivanjulian2532]

Yay! A new TMF video. Life is good!

[@murraymarshall5865]

Dipped headlights as default makes perfect sense, if daytime lights were the default there is more chance that the rider would drive on them at night having forgotten to change to dipped headlight, also dipped headlight during daytime is OK, day running lights at night less so.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

...leaning on an open door here...

[@garyt123]

Huge selection of tools seen on the wall behind, also what looks like a Snap-On style toolbox which we assume is full to the brim of great tools....and you need to visit a dealer to change an indicator? 🤔

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

You've clearly never tried to change an indicator on a Speed Twin!!

[@anshumanmohapatra1665]

my Tiger XRx front brakes squealed too.. seems like a Triumph thing!

[@pas0003]

That fuel cap is outrageous. For such an expensive motorcycle and considering that it'll be something that is used quite frequently, it's an absolute outrage. My '07 cb400 had a proper fuel cap, so did my '16 CBR500 and so does my '16 XSR900. All of these are around 40-60% of the price of the Speed Twin. Gah!!

[@johnsumser9743]

Hi, have you noticed your left foot going numb from vibration? It happens to me on longish rides.

[@AmritGrewal31]

1:02 Yeah, that'll work REAL good 😄 2:40 nope, only Triumph simps would defend it. I'd say you're absolutely right. That fuel cap is just a sad choice by Triumph

[@cedricjuin7888]

Hello, thanks very much for this interesting video. I totaly agree with the first thing you hate regarding very bad sound of brakes at low speed. I meet the same problem with mine. I am interested about solution or idears on how you have fixed the problem. Regards from a french biker 😉✌️

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I sadly haven't - mine still squeak!

[@OntarioAndrews415]

Not that it matters, but I agree w/everything you said about the annoying things about that bike. The light switch thingy does sound backwards.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad we concur!

[@greyrock551]

DRL is for legal reasons. Where I live, it is mandatory to have the headlight on (on a motorcycle) - DRL doesn't count. So legally, they have to 'warn' you (through the dash light) that you're running on DRL rather than the obligatory headlight.

[@greyrock551]

So you kicked off your own indicator (twice), haven't figured out how to open the fuel cap (seems to me there is a set of indents to just screw on/off with your fingers after unlocking), got a plastic brake reservoir just like on every single other bike on sale today, have a bit of OCD going on with your fuel level indicator and discovered that running DRL isn't legal in many countries (and Triumph obviously produce their bike for global sales). Not sure what the point of this vid was then, other than 'squeaky brakes' :). Which isn't nice of course.

[@TheQ427]

The break squeaking was also evident on the T120 you testrode. The fillercap is definitely fiddly and should have been solved differently. In regarde to the fuel gauge - meanwhile I personally consider it a Triumph feature ;-) It's on all bikes since T started with digital fuel gauges the exact same behaviour. In addition my TEX even refused to show full even when it definitely was (meaning the last block of the gauge) just to change it's behaviour one day w/o any reason :-) Stay safe

[@karlosh9286]

Broken rear indicator. I guess get some piece of rubber tubing, with really thick walls, and make the indicators extra bendy !

[@johnaronson5974]

Good morning, My 2012 Tiger Explorer's gas gauge takes about a half mile to come up to a full reading after gassing up. I suspect this is standard on Triumphs? Regarding your plastic brake reservoir and rear turn signal...Like most manufacturers, Triumph builds even their premium machines to a price point and P&E is likely a good business for them. Considering a Speed Twin but am concerned my 65 yr old wrists and back might suffer. What are your thoughts on bar risers. (Should I just look at the T-120?)

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

The Speed twin is a very comfortable bike - you won't need to change it I wouldn't have thought - the T120 isn't any more comfy in my opinion....

[@karlosh9286]

(1) Front brake squeal, yeah really annoying on my one too. This definitely needs fixing, although not with as someone said to you "Put a dab of grease on the back of the brake pads" . Oh dear, do they have suicidal tendencies ? (2) Daytime running lights. To do it the way you'd like then you would need a push to make, release to break switch to toggle say a relay. I can't say this bothers me too much. Although dipped beam always seems okay to me for running in the daytime . DRL seems to be a bit of a pointless feature. This then leads on to the flasher switch changing what it does on DRL or dipped beam. My Honda CB125R (no DRL) was simpler and more logical on this. ( but the Honda does do the silly thing of having the indicators permanently on when they're not flashing. This seems a bit dangerous to me, could confuse some inattentive drivers ) (3) Fuel cap doesn't bother me, but I can see some of your points. Yeah it took a bit getting used to. My Striple fuel cap is easier to use, but that'd look plain silly on a Speed Twin ! (4) Brake fluid reservoir. I quite like being able to easily see the brake fluid level. Seems okay to me. Reading the comments below, I seem to be the only one ! (5) Fuel Gauge response. As quick as a sloth on sedative drugs. This didn't annoy me until we came to lock down. Drained nearly all of my tank, still shows lots of petrol. I've run the bike in my garden every few weeks, haven't checked for a week or so, but the slow fuel gauge means I don't know how much is left in the tank since I've syphoned off the fuel. Maybe it will register when I next drag it out in a week or so. (6) I haven't broken a rear indicator, yet ! (I'll look out for that one) On my list of minor annoyances, I'd add : (a) Fuel tank is a bit too small. Needs to be more like 16.5 litres. (b) Side stand foot lug is really hard to get to. Needs to be 1/2 inch longer. (c) The standard exhaust with black section looks a bit naff. I guess Triumph need a reason for customers to buy the Vance & Hines. (d) Why the seat doesn't cover up the final rear bit of frame sure beats me. Looks a little bit naff. (e) Slightly snatchy throttle in Sport mode. (f) The indicator switch isn't quite as good as what I had on a Honda CB125R. The feel isn't as positive. (Although Honda puts the switch in the wrong position) But like you, my Speed Twin is definitely a keeper. The list of positives easily out weigh the few minor niggles. I love my Striple, but if I had to sell one of my bikes (sorry Striple) it would be the Striple. This would be a hard choice !

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I tend to agree and would probably have the Twin over the Triple....re (e) Did you see my video “how to cure a snatchy throttle on the Triumph speed twin”???

[@karlosh9286]

@@TheMissendenFlyer I did . I might do that :)

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

.....it transforms the bike!

[@iancrossley6637]

The only one I can agree on is the fuel cap.

[@CHuzz7777]

I sat on one a couple of months ago, it’s a beautiful bike but I’d add one gripe - it’s absolutely tiny. Like all of Triumph’s retro bikes it’s an absurdly small and low bike. I’m convinced Triumph are targeting the pockets of our shorter brethren.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Hurrah! Works for me ;0)

[@dannyperry3598]

I agree, the squeaking brakes are a pain in the arse !

[@richardpearson4248]

Great video fantastic bike my speed twin the breaks never squeak I love mine can not fault it stay safe 🇬🇧👍🏻

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Don't get me wrong Richard - I love mine too - brilliant machine!