Triumph Bonneville T100 Stealth - How do you improve on perfection?

[@geoffbroderick403]

had over 50 bikes to me the modern t100 is the greatest bike ever made

[@TAYM]

Absolutely 😁 thanks Geoff 😁

[@JohnCunningham-sy5ug]

Totally agree have owned 30 bikes and do my own maintenance the pieces fit with ease. Premium quality. 😊

[@T100Bonniville]

Well said sir!

[@daviddavies5347]

“Don’t want you to think I’m a lunatic!” Sorry, but that boat’s sailed! 🙄🤣

[@gwynnromano5881]

😂😂😂

[@TAYM]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@TAYM]

🤔😂😂😂

[@JohnCunningham-sy5ug]

I have owned @30 bikes and I agree I do my own maintenance and the pieces fit with ease. Premium bike.

[@mar0364]

I have a 2016 T100. I commute on it every day. All around great bike. It's happy place is between 65 and 70 on a long trip.

[@TAYM]

Thanks Mar 😁 I think the later models have a bit more power and torque 😁 but are very happy at 70 to 75 at 3.5k - 4K 😁

[@dungspreader]

Another great Triumph . I looked at it for a while , the blue / black fade in / out and wondered why it seemed familiar . Then it dawned on me , school ink ! Way back when the Earth was young and dinosaurs roamed the land , we had " ink " pens in school . You had an ink pot in the corner of your desk and you dipped your pen into it . The school ink was mixed from a powder by one of the boys , which was a good excuse to get filthy and spread it everywhere . But the ink colour would fade from black to blue just like the Triumph tank . Especially so if it wasn't mixed properly and some naughty boy had mixed blue and black powder . I can't think who that might have been .😊

[@TAYM]

Not quite old enough for that but I agree inky is the colour 😁😂😂😂 thanks DS 😁

[@garryclarke-kray4071]

It’s a beauty, timeless design. Thanks TAYM

[@TAYM]

Absolutely 😁 thanks GCK 😁

[@GapBahnDirk]

I love it👍👍! That graduated paint colour reminds me of the sky near the top of Everest. The sky appears darker because of the thinner air and lack of refraction (not that I have ever been there.... 😁).

[@TAYM]

Marvellous explanation 😁😂😂 thanks GBD 😁

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Afternoon Mr TAYM. I really do like these, but at £9500, it is way out of my range. Even used T100’s are beyond me 🤦‍♂️ I do like that Blue / Black, very cool.

[@TAYM]

Thanks Ian 😁

[@greatkingrat]

I’ve just gone from an RE Interceptor 650 to a T100 2021 and I can’t believe just how much better it is. The handling is amazing (first time I have scraped the pegs, lol). People compare them but really, it’s a whole step up.

[@TAYM]

Absolutely 😁 the leap is at least equal to the price difference 😁 thanks GKR😁

[@user-rf9me7xm1w]

So pleased to see that the new bonnevilles are now perfect. The early street twin I endured for three years was an absolute nightmare.

[@TAYM]

Thanks. G😁 what were the issues 😁

[@user-rf9me7xm1w]

I didn’t really want to elaborate but as you asked. The main problems were caused by the wiring loom being too tight where it passed over the headstock. The excessive strain caused the internal wires to keep breaking and this resulted in many intermittent electrical problems and many days spent off the road. Also, the magnet which was part of the “side stand down” safety system, fell off and left me stranded at the roadside. A few other bits also fell, namely, the reflector on the front fork and the e-clip which secures the side stand pivot bolt. The gear selector shaft also started to display the well documented symptoms of difficulty in changing down through the gears. This was the final straw so I traded it in for a much cheaper Japanese bike and I now ride a bike where I know everything electrical will work and nothing will drop off.

[@TAYM]

@@user-rf9me7xm1w what a horror story 😱 no wonder you went Japanese 😁 it’s like the 70s all over again 😁 thanks G 😁

[@user-rf9me7xm1w]

@TAYM I guess I was just unlucky. I really like the speed 900 but I also felt badly let down by the local Triumph dealer. The service provided by the Yamaha dealer has been faultless so far. BTW, I always look forward to viewing your vlogs, they’re always interesting and unlike any others on the ‘tube; in a good way of course. Best wishes.

[@TAYM]

@@user-rf9me7xm1w thanks G 😁 yes, my T120 leaked oil within a couple of days of collecting it and my tiger 900 was dead within 24 hours😡 both brand new😂😂 without a good dealer I would never have touched another triumph but Suffolk triumph bent over backwards and had both sorted within a day 😁 makes all the difference 😁

[@Swedenbonnie]

Nothing beats the Bonnie😂 I found my dreambike, she learned me everything and there’s no chance she will leave me🖤🏍️🖤 Can’t wait to discover the world with my Bonnie! The final test in June, fingers crossed for a positive result! 💪🍀

[@TAYM]

Thanks Lilian 😁 exciting times ahead 😁

[@stevebolton8471]

Because it shares the same frame with the T120 it is roomier than the Speed 900. You can also fit the same accessories. I added dresser bars, cruise control, centre stand and bar end mirrors (much better vision), and power plug which allows me to run heated clothing off a separate fuse. Black paint on the engine, radiator and wheels is very practical. Stock exhausts sound great. I think Triumph need to update the cruise control as 30 is the current minumum and the 20 speed limits are spreading like a virus through the countryside. The torque and the wider 5 speed gears than the T120 mean you can hold 30mph in 4th gear. My 14th motorcycle and one of the finest.

[@TAYM]

Very good point on the 20mph 😁 thanks Steve 😁

[@nigelmorgan1824]

Hi Taymi, After a 40 year break from biking i have for the past 2 years i have been riding a versys 650 but now it is time for a change and i fancy a modern classic style bike so i arranged a test ride on a Speed Twin 900 and what can i say, i was blown away with the looks, comfort, low down grunt, comfort and how agile it felt. It has ample power for my style/type of riding and i was smiling all the time i was out on it, in fact when i returned the bike i went back a few days later and bought one which i will pick up in a couple of weeks{red/chrome} colourway, just watched your stealth bonneville video and you mentioned the lack of and cost of a centre stand, i specced my new bike with a centre stand and it was a £260 option but i reckon it will be well worth it in the years to come, I am looking forward to many happy times and miles of riding my new bike, keep up with the great content.

[@TAYM]

Brilliant 😁 fantastic bike with a great feel and sound 😁 dead right with the centre stand 😁 I too had one fitted to the T100 😁 thanks Nigel 😁

[@daintree2455]

What a great spot for a walk around, lovely proper Triumph and its blue, great view, boats and the great sound of jingling rigging. Thanks TAYM happy Easter.

[@TAYM]

Wonderful isn’t it 😁 thanks DT 😁

[@barryjmarling]

This is the quintessential proper looking motorcycle,perfect from any angle,love the colour,very nice indeed,great video TAYM.

[@TAYM]

Absolutely 😁 perfect summing up 😁 thanks BM 😁

[@frankmlchaelglasscock6539]

One of the best bikes on the road in the real world but not mendy people live in the real world but for me that is number one

[@TAYM]

I totally agree 😁 thanks Frank 😁

[@roygardiner2229]

Just when I think I should never buy a motorbike I see another Bonneville....♥. For me it's the most beautiful motorbike, bar none.

[@TAYM]

😂😂😂😂 thanks Roy 😁

[@paulwatts905]

The nicest Triumph in the range in my opinion 👍🏍

[@TAYM]

Definitely 😁 thanks PW 😁

[@brettroman3218]

It’s probably the bike that gets closest to perfection if you will,Mr.TAYM.Lovely review.Thank you!

[@TAYM]

Absolutely 😁 thanks BR 😁

[@volt8684]

I have only ridden the t120 and the speed twin. Didn’t like t120 but loved the speed twin. Love your own t100 colours

[@TAYM]

Thanks Volt 😁 yes, now it’s out of hibernation I agree 😁

[@CornishMotorcycleDiaries]

I think for me; the T100 is the blueprint for what I like about bikes and you will see it in both my recent and distant history. I've had an air cooled original T100, a Bonneville SE, Moto Guzzi V7 and now the BSA (with other bikes in between) But I always come back to this kind of bike. I do like the Stealth colours and have done a popular Short Vid on them, my fave is the green on the Speed Twin 900. Pity Triumph are asking extra for them.

[@TAYM]

Absolutely 😁 thanks CMD 😁

[@Wajang1]

That blue/ black color is really good. Very nice looking bike. A stealthy color change.

[@TAYM]

Thanks WB 😁

[@keithrogers2107]

Beautiful bike, love your laid back style !!!

[@TAYM]

Thanks Keith 😁

[@AdrianRogers-q2l]

Another great review. One of the best looking bikes out there. Ade

[@TAYM]

Thanks Ade 😁

[@Grumpy-Goblin]

I'm with you TAYM, I wasn't keen when I first saw the stealth editions but it has definitely grown on me although I'm still not a fan of black wheels. I genuinely think the Bonneville is the best all round bike money can buy and there really is nothing else that does so much so well. I would have to say that, for my money, the T120 is the winner because torque is addictive and I love that grunt you get with the 1200.

[@TAYM]

Thanks GG 😁 I know exactly what you mean which is why the only answer is to have a Thruxton as well 😁😂😂😂

[@simonbowen6653]

Really like the finish on the Stealth. My 2018 T100 is just about to emerge from winter hibernation.

[@TAYM]

Marvellous 😁 yes, mine has just come out of hibernation too 😁 thanks SB 😁

[@johnfountain8588]

Great vlog a usual thanks for the ride along Had a T100 2016 and decided it wasn’t for me at the time Moved on to a vstrom 650 for about 2, years sold it 3 years ago Waiting now for delivery RE Int 650 next Tuesday hope it works for me Great to see it’s not raining Regards from Florida

[@TAYM]

I am sure you will love it 😁 I just love the sound the inter makes 😁 thanks John 😁

[@mikerider58]

Absolutely Beautiful motorcycle.

[@TAYM]

Thanks Mike 😁

[@Cj-nu7nx]

Glad I found this video again! I am riding the RE Super Meteor and love the build quality, performance, looks are stunning etc. But sadly I don't seem to fit it properly to do miles. I need maybe at my age some weight on the bars but not too much and although I am ok with forward controls the SM... I just don't get comfortable. Even with the seat being great! But the rider triangle is not right for me. 😔 But sitting on the T100 today and particularly in this colour, I love so much seems just perfect for me! Everything seems perfect as can be. I think I found my dream bike! Time to test ride. But I think I already know because when you know, you know. Right?

[@TAYM]

Absolutely 😁 I think it is the perfect all round bike 😁 thanks CJ 😁

[@ytr8989]

Nice bike 👍 I’ve always liked the T100. I’m glad they keep the analog gauges, but would have like the center stand. The color is black, but then you see the blues. Would buy one right now!

[@TAYM]

Thanks YTR 😁 wonderful isn’t it 😁

[@greywolf9292]

I do love the colours on these stealth models, they're so much more appealing without being too " in your face". I still think my Thunderbird Sport was the best Bonneville ever made apart from soft brakes. I see they're promoting the new Rocket 3's and have stolen Black Beauty's blacked out look, I believe they've also hopped the power a bit ( not that it needed it). They've also fitted new style wheels which I'm not so keen on, nor the new styled tank paint job and detail.

[@TAYM]

Yes, an extra 3 or 4 nm I think 😂😂😂😂😂 thanks GW 😁

[@iantownsend17]

Great stuff, m8. That helped me with a few things. Im thinking of the red and white one maybe , but we'll see. Thanks . Great review.

[@TAYM]

Excellent 😁 as Rob Little says, the gear ratios are such that at 70 the revs are the same as the T120 😁 thanks Ian 😁

[@SouthWest-jj8yu]

Hi TAYM, Just watched a little 5 minute video from a channel called vintage-motorcycles, rd350’s rd250’s for sale in Holland. Looks around the warehouse and it’s full of mint looking bikes from 70’s and 80’s out front there are a line of 6 blue and white rd’s for sale or just sold along with a 500. Inside bikes of one genre such as a line of four hundred fours. Stuck this here thought as last video more chance you’d see it.

[@TAYM]

Marvellous 😁 I shall take a look 😁 thanks SW 😁

[@tenorbanjoguy]

The Stealth colors are interesting but I am conflicted. Under artificial light it looks horrid to me but in natural light it looks spectacular! Since it’s only used outdoors it will always look spectacular!😂 my favorite color this year is the competition green/ ironstone. Just awesomeness!!!❤❤

[@TAYM]

Absolutely 😂😂😂 I think that’s what put me off at first 😂😁thanks TBG 😁

[@nicholasjarrold8649]

Love the bonnie engine I had the speedmaster couple years ago quality triumph as usual I’m happy with my rock but would love to get a speedmaster again and a bobber three triumphs in the garage would be fantastic great video ride safe oh no giraffes today must be having a lay in 😁

[@TAYM]

It certainly would 😁 or even four 😁😂😂 thanks Nick 😁

[@pinkiewerewolf]

Magnificent Motorcycle, looks and sounds wonderful. 😊 Oh, those speed bumps though… those were atrocious. 😬

[@TAYM]

I know, can you imagine living there😱 thanks PW 😁

[@hobnob15]

Morning TAYM a nice looking trumpet but and here’s the rub it’s not a Moto Guzzi v7 850 and you know I love a Guzzi 😉 carry on that man Caio for now tat ta 👍🏻

[@TAYM]

😂😂😂😂 thanks HN 😁

[@markpercy4277]

l know where you are coming from with the T120 but do love mine, since l fitted the booster plug it's so much smoother in the low rev range. l haven't ridden a T100 so l can't compare but l got mine for easier two up riding. Take care bud 👍

[@TAYM]

Thanks MP 😁 yes that extra torque ought to help 2-up 😁

[@joetocchio9666]

Excellent as usual. It really is a great machine. The only thing I would do to it, or any motorcycle, is take those damn decals off the tank. What a detraction from the looks. We don't have those here, just a small one telling us about fuel. But that went too. Well anyway....

[@TAYM]

Yes, if you leave them on there too long they can be a bugger to get off 😂😂 thanks JT 😁

[@joetocchio9666]

@@TAYM aye. Hope you had a wonderful weekend.

[@WyreForestBiker]

Fantastic bike , I was sat on an identical one yesterday at Stratford Triumph .... The roundabout tip is borderline genius !! 😊 Quite right nothing wrong with BSA and RE in fact I really like the BSA but not in the same league...

[@TAYM]

Thanks DJ 😁

[@billabongoneill]

Had a t140 750 and there was never a clunk from the gearbox when going into first, same on my Guzzi California can’t see why we put up with it, also the main stand should be included as standard after all it’s a nine grand motor bike, great colour though I’ve got a Mercedes slk in a very similar blue so it’s very tempting.

[@TAYM]

It is strange isn’t it 😂😂 why does it happen. I just don’t understand it 🤔 thanks Billabong😁

[@PKtubester]

Wonderful bike, I want one. I like the stealth version, if I squint and cross my fingers it looks similar to my Stella blue meteor. 😅 🦒

[@TAYM]

😂😂😂😂 thanks Paul 😁

[@leyley6983]

Nice vid sir. Yeah, Marvelous!

[@TAYM]

😂😂😂😂 thanks LL😁

[@Merthyr-Dave]

What a fantastic looking bike, I love the colour.

[@TAYM]

Yes, very clever the paintwork 😁 thanks Dave 😁

[@crumblymal8479]

Cracking bike TAYM I do like these I think I would prefer it all in like midnight blue but that's being picky got to try one of these and the T120 this year as later the choice must be made T100 T120 or Harley not yet sure but it's gonna be fun finding out 😉. Personally I would have these new Bonnies over the old classic one all day long ,very interesting what you say about the 1200 engine and how it maybe to strong maybe the speed twin is the better one to try note taken , tubed tyres or tubeless with spokes ? nice one 👌👍

[@TAYM]

Thanks Crumb 😁 it all comes down to what looks you like 😁 but the Speed Twin is marvellous 😁

[@crumblymal8479]

@@TAYM Trouble is TAYM I like them all lookwise 😁👍

[@TAYM]

@@crumblymal8479 it’s a common problem 😁😂😂

[@RobLittleuk]

Great video TAYM and great bike but then I would say that wouldn't I? You mentioned the T120 is a bit fussy which indeed it is - I have test driven three 1200s - T120, Speed Twin and the Bobber can agree on that 100%. Brief funny story - a 1200 rider looked at my "little" 900 and said his bike gave him the extra oomph when he needed it - absolute nonsense. AND the final drive in top gear on both bikes is exactly the same.....same revs at 70 on both bike so on the 1200 you are wasting more time going up and down the box! Rant over!

[@TAYM]

Absolutely 😂😂😂 made a little video especially for you 😁 will send you a link😁 thanks Rob 😁

[@leekerr6727]

I’m so torn what to get. My head says T100 but my heart says Thruxton. Which would you prefer since you have both?

[@TAYM]

The Thruxton is a dream bike and I love every mile I do on it 😁 but if I could only have one bike I think it would be the T100 😁 so thinking about it🤔 both your head and your heart are right 😁

[@SOLOMOTOUK]

Hi taym looks a lovely T100 think I should by a trike 👍🏍️

[@TAYM]

😂😂😂 hope you are ok 😁 thanks Derek 😁

[@SOLOMOTOUK]

@@TAYM good morning taym yes Kawasaki where I bought the bike from I’m letting them do the work. They have the top part of the fairing indicator and mudguard on order in the Uk the middle part of the fairing has to come from Japan no stock in the Uk should be all done by the backend of this month fingers crossed thank you 🙏 👍🏍️

[@boblynch7535]

Here we go. Another ramble. Apologize for my last comments. I inadvertently hit the send button before I was don with my composing and editing! Anyway, just curious about why you sold your Tiger. As you know, I’m pretty impressed with mine, although I’m trading up to a 24 Rally. All that dirt I go on about. My only criticism is how good it is!? They just start and run with no complaints. Did you watch Missenden Flyer’s latest? It’s the character factor. I feel like I’m on a Japanese bike. I realize I’m being totally irrational and I’m going to continue riding and loving the Tiger but after a lifetime of Nortons and Ducatis there’s a little something missing. I’ll get over it because the bike is perfect.

[@TAYM]

Like you say, it’s just about the most capable bike you can buy 😁 I did a lot of miles in a very short time and wanted to get rid whilst one of the key factors of value still existed, age. So I did and managed not to lose too much. Do I regret it? Yes 😂😂 thanks Bob 😁

[@colinjarvis2739]

Nice video TAYM, i fancy one of these but not in one of the awful stealth paint schemes, have you seen the green on the 900 speed twin its vile. I dont know who comes up with these ideas it might look ok on a custom chopper but not a classic. Do they want more money for this paint work.

[@TAYM]

It was a phase they were going through😁😂😂 I prefer my orange and silver 😁 thanks Colin 😁

[@colinjarvis2739]

​@@TAYMThe emperors new clothes I think 😂, your orange and silver looks beautiful and would be first choice on a T100 or I may go for the naughty T120😊

[@TAYM]

@ 😂😂😂😂

[@Stefan_trekkie]

Mr. TAYM.. They widened the naughty boy exit for you.. They where like, TAYM will be here today, just to be sure - widen it 😁😁🦒🦒

[@TAYM]

😂😂😂😂 thanks Stefan 😁

[@alancox7572]

I'm looking to change my tiger 800 for a T100 or T120 so the wife can ride pillion with me as the tiger is too high, does the T100 have enough go for 2 up and are the brakes upto it compared with the T120? Solo riding longer distances touring T100 or T120?

[@ruahinesrider]

I'm looking at T100 or Speedtwin 900 & T100 looks better than Speedtwin & flatter seat so better for 2up but only has a twin pot Brembo on the front & a 14.5L tank.Speedtwin has 12L tank but has 4pot Brembo front brakes,alloy wheels & has low seat 765mm as T100 has 790mm seat height & spokes but back rims.I love this Stealth Blue fade to black paint but is $1000nz more than stock T100 & $1500 more than stock Speedtwin 900 & $1000 more than the Stealth Edition Speedtwin Candy 🍬Green fading to black & is fantastic.

[@TAYM]

Thanks Alan 😁 I find the T100 just fine two up but the T120 has a lot more torque and stronger breaks but again the T100 stops no bother two up with me and Mrs TAYM 😁

[@alexanderirwin7271]

My only criticism is triumph dont include a centre stand as standard

[@TAYM]

I know, ridiculous isn’t it 😁 thanks Alex 😁

[@MarkLAdkins01]

Wonderful bike...but did you get any fish and chips???

[@TAYM]

😂😂😂😂 sadly not time 😂😁 thanks Mark 😁

[@thepeakybiker]

My dad had a T120 oil in frame triumph lives that bike was a pig to kick start though

[@TAYM]

Yes, my dad almost broke his leg on one 😂😂 thanks Peaky 😁

[@ruahinesrider]

195th😲

[@daviddavies5347]

You should be ashamed! What’s more important! 🙄🤣

[@ruahinesrider]

@@daviddavies5347 Headphones 🎧 in again it's a bad habit.

[@daintree2455]

Probably eating chocolate that's why he late...worked for me.

[@ruahinesrider]

@@daintree2455 Listen to KZbin with head phones in & then leave them plugged in & don't hear notifications.

[@TAYM]

😂😂😂

[@tomstockell9481]

Too jealous to watch this 😂

[@TAYM]

😂😂😂 thanks Tom 😁

[@Rosbif06600]

Ha, a Bonnie overtaking a Land Rover .... what ever happened to that England?

[@TAYM]

😂😂😂😂 thanks Ros 😁

[@simongilbert2704]

i'ts worth buying for the paint ,, but mrs taym might divorce me ;;;

[@TAYM]

😂😂 thanks Simon 😂😂😂

[@gwynnromano5881]

Fifty point turn. Must be an Audi or BMW driver.

[@TAYM]

😂😂😂😂 thanks G 😁

[@simongilbert2704]

yeah , , 2 wheeled willie has a lot of grunt ;;

[@TAYM]

😂😂😁 thanks Simon 😁

[@robertspeicher5047]

Chuckling... " stealth "......Radar cannot pick " it " up...Think this bike might be real?

[@TAYM]

😂😂😂😂