Triumph Speedmaster, Scrambler 1200, Bonneville T120, Daytona 660, Trident 660 | Quick Impressions

I got to test ride the 2024 Triumph Speedmaster, Scrambler 1200, Bonneville T120, Daytona 660, Trident 660 when the demo truck was in town at my local dealer. Here are my quick impressions of riding these motorcycles.
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[@robinmccarty9281]

I love my Bonneville T120......I"ve ridden Harley baggers for over 40 years and recently a Harley Pan America......but after getting my T120, the other bikes are sitting in the garage a lot more....

[@sammitpotade]

I was at same Triumph Trunk day at moms on Saturday.. I felt sitting on top of T120 and too much power for smallish bike.. I loved the Tiger 900 GT Pro.. I have a Royal Enfield INT650 for around town bike.. I am right up 495 from you!! Safe riding

[@tompGA]

Get the T120. The bike is easy to ride and maintain and compliments the Tiger nicely. Between the T100 and T120, T120 weight a bit more but has ~20 more HP, much better brakes, and a 6th gear which is nice for short highway runs. It's a win with either bike and they highly customizable to meet your needs. I have a 2022 T120 and earlier this year swapped out my GW for a Tiger 900. My Tiger is currently parked in Providence and I'll be back there in two weeks for some NE riding.

[@jefffitch5399]

I bought a 2024 400x scrambler and I'm having a blast. Taking it out on an overnight back road trip this Friday.

[@Road_Rash1]

I think the Scrambler1200 has that Bonneville T120 powerplant. You should try it too! My adv bike is a 2019 Scrambler 1200XE. It is an absolute beast. It is a great complement to my touring bike, Indian Roadmaster. If I ever make a trade move, I would probably replace them both with the Tiger 1200 Explorer GT, lol.

[@mikedempsey1041]

I recently found your channel, I especially am enjoying your trip report going to Alaska...I think I am on the second video. Nonetheless, enjoyed your test ride demo on Triumph motorcycles, and would highly recommend the Triumph Bonneville T-120 to be added to your fleet! I have had one since 2020, it was my 46th motorcycle purchase, and have to say - it is a classic style bike that is more fun to ride then just about anything else. I have a 2023 BMW R1250Rt and enjoy that bike, but my daily rider is the Triumph, as well as the bike of choice if you just want to get out in the country and mosey down a back road to experience a day thinking about the simple life from times past...you are on the right bike for that!

[@gwynnromano5881]

I own a 2022 Speedmaster and have big feet. It’s a quick adjustment to raise the peg. As for the handlebars, I came to like them after a short time and I added Motone bar risers which made them more comfortable. Once I learned the lean angle I haven’’t scraped the foot pegs. Like any machine, you develop a relationship.

[@Fourwedge]

The "67" graphics are damn good looking. Just ordered a T120. Glad u liked it. Great video

[@garagemoneypit]

I bought a '16 Bonneville T120 as a "stop gap" after totaling my R1200GS (oh deer...). I'm more of a BMW guy, but that little Bonneville seems to now be a permanent fixture in my horde of motorcycles simply because it does what it says on the tin. It's pretty comfortable (especially after I swapped out the seat for a Triumph "Royal" seat), handles well, brakes well and goes well enough for this slow poke. Even has enough oomph with a passenger. It's just a versatile, old school motorcycle. Mine's also been modified somewhat courtesy of a previous owner - the suspension upgrades are nice, and the fact that it's got full luggage makes it a usable touring bike for a long weekend or similar.

[@johnanderson9735]

I have a Bonnie and a Tiger now.

[@TriumphLover]

I also thought about a Speed Master as well. I knew it was low but didn't think you'd be scraping pegs. Good to know. Got a Daytona Moto2, so no interest in the 660. Junior has a Trident, great little bike. Scramblers, no interest for me. The T120, now that's a bike I'd love. But I've already got a Thruxton RS. If I didn't have that already, I think I'd be looking at the new Speed Twin 1200 RS. But that T120, mmm😊

[@mikeskidmore6754]

Royal Enfield 450 Liquid cooled 6 speed 21" front wheel .

[@randomstuffwithjoe]

I miss my last Triumph (2012 Thunderbird). I wish Triumph would make a real bagger to compete with HD and Indian. It might pull me away from my 2022 Indian Chieftain. I've had a lot of quality control issues with the Indian. Moms has been great about getting Indian to warranty all of the issues tho.

[@jimc778]

Highly recommend the Honda NC750x DCT. Took me about a week to get used to not using a clutch but it’s a great commuter bike. Plenty of power and under $10k new.

[@100868ful]

Try riding the Speed Twin 900 or 1200. Great bikes! I currently have the 2024 Speed twin 900. Love it. I just lowered the foot pegs and raise the handle bars one inch for me. I’m also looking at getting the Triumph Tiger 900 gt pro next year.

[@Rob801]

I'm also with those that say T120 :). I bought an 18' T120 Black (graphite) almost as soon as I moved back to the States in 18'. Was going to sell it when I bought my Tiger (turns out I haven't ridden it since DGR summer of 23), but I decided to keep it and get it back up to snuff maintenance wise, drain the old gas etc, change brake fluid, new tires. I love the Tiger and it is my main bike, but I really have a soft spot for the T120 as well and will be squeezing it in more... My daughter wants to get a Daytona.

[@CCitis]

I am a major Triumph fan. I think it strikes a great balance of quality, reliability, character, soul, and just interesting bikes, I have a Scrambler 1200 XE... which is my go to bike.. at 6'5 fits me great, and what a fun ride. I also have an old 95 Triumph Sprint 900 triple. Love it too. If I was adding another bike, I would be looking at another Triumph. Can't go wrong!

[@seaninness334]

Best wishes finding that bike middle to low displacement ride that does "it" for you. Triumph has a wonderful line up to consider but that 400-900cc market has really stepped up in competition lately. My Venn Diagram over laps yours in the mid controls, wide comfortable bars areas. You lean more ADV, rather than retro naked and I am the other way around. Looking forward to what you pick.

[@1234567marks]

I have a Scrambler 1200X same red as the one you rode , I’ve owned over 70 bikes and the 1200X is by far my favourite, the T120 is great as well but feels a little sluggish in comparison due to its heavier crank.

[@tedsalmon2533]

I own a Tiger 850 sport and a t120. Each is a great motorcycle and completely different from one another. The t100 feels essentially the same as it's larger sibling but it is a few pounds lighter. That being said the extra torque and horsepower in the t120 make it the obvious choice especially since it is only slightly more expensive than the junior version

[@jgigs6569]

Since you already have a touring bike , I wouldn’t be concerned about the CC’s of your next bike more the fun factor of riding it .

[@dentman67]

Thanks for the review. Once the wife and i move out of Houston i plan to buy the more premium off road version of the Scarambler 1200. The one you road, the more street version of it im not a fan of. That off road version is a work of art.

[@pistolpete6321]

I owned a T120 for a few years, absolutely wonderful motorcycle.

[@efish8147]

You'd be bored w a T100 in a week....The T120 is just sooooooo good !!!!

[@joegregory109]

I really like the T120 but just don’t want to deal with the tubed tires, if they change that I’m in there.

[@bilalchaudhary8268]

If you liked the T120, you may want to test a Royal Enfield 650 as well.

[@MiamiTabor]

Try the Tiger 900s. I have a rally pro and am considering a more street version.

[@johnanderson9735]

I thought you had 5 bikes in your garage, I was going to find a bigger garage! I hope the demo truck makes it to CA.

[@TheHotSauceReviewChannel]

I drove past that and had to stop just to window shop. They had a Yamaha Tracer in the warehouse for a good deal. Those Triumphs looked nice

[@Mr_JP_Thats_Me]

I love the T120 and T100. I have been looking at the Royal Enfield Int 650.

[@henryhawk978]

Try the 2024 Moto Guzzi V7 Stone Corsa.

[@vijahast]

Gotta ask about your glasses… what brand or where did you find them? Love the colors and am tired of my drab black and tortoise shell glasses…

[@LivingOffTheSlab]

I get them from Zenni an online retailer. So far the quality is good and about $200 for progressive, transition lenses.

[@randyhanlon4746]

I noticed you have Wind River seat covers, do they work as advertised? Enjoy your content.

[@LivingOffTheSlab]

Yes, it works very well and gives a little cushion.

[@Lt_Tragg]

What! No mention of the 850 Tiger Sport! But why?

[@LivingOffTheSlab]

I didn't ride it at this event. Did that and did a video previously.

[@Lt_Tragg]

@@LivingOffTheSlab I’ll look for that one. My best gal has taken a liking to it and the local dealer has a new ‘23. Test ride this week. She rode a 900 Tiger a few yrs ago. I think the deal breaker for her was tubed tires. That, and she liked the GS 800 she’s on low end torque better.

[@lowriderrjw]

That’s a nice problem to have Craig! Personally I wouldn’t give up on that WR. I have a CRF250L that I use for buzzing around town and back roads and it’s a hoot! It’s so light and nimble yet very capable. I have it set up with heated grips and some other goodies. I’ve thought about getting a larger dual sport but I know I would miss the 250.

[@LivingOffTheSlab]

Yeah, I am still thinking about it. Should I get a set of super-moto wheels for it...? That is another option.

[@lowriderrjw]

@@LivingOffTheSlab They're out there and available for sure. I probably see more for the WR on FB Marketplace than any other bike. Another option is to just put street biased tires on the WR. It will give it a totally different and improved feel on the road. I just did that on my T7 and love it. The 250 dual sports are very modular. They are fun to build out!

[@mr.motard4265]

What about a tiger 660 sport

[@LivingOffTheSlab]

I have ridden it. Nice bike but too much like what I already have. Looking for something different.

[@tenorbanjoguy]

Interesting. I currently have a Tiger 850, a T-100 and 400x. All amazing but the T-100 owns my soul!! ❤❤ the Scrambler is just a radically different riding experience which I am enjoying way more than I thought I would. The Tiger is for going distance and man, it works really well!! But the T-100…

[@_Corsa]

Interesting and resourceful info on the Triumphs, thank you. My daily has been a 1250gs for a few years now, looking to add a middleweight as well. My coworker bought a Toureg 660, I took it out for an hour. Absolutely fell in love with it, my target is 70-100hp and near 400-450lbish. Had vstroms, tried the XSR, Versys. The two standouts right now are the Aprilia Touareg 660 and the Ducati Monster.

[@NedRochford]

Was smiling/smirking the whole time I was watching your video. Yes, Craig, we are spoiled riding our big Tigers. Powerful, comfy and ready to go anywhere! At 6'4" with a 36" inseam, while I might be interested in adding a stablemate, it is probably not going to happen too soon. The main reason is that I do not bend and contort like I did when is was 28! Love my big Tiger! Ned in SC

[@andrewshore262]

Glad to hear you’re keeping the big TIGER, when you’re far away from home I find mine reassuring but most of all fun! Great vid thanks for uploading 👍🇬🇧🇺🇸

[@itssyedfazal]

Hello I’m 26 years old I had my first triumph It was Thruxton 900 for 2 years nice sound British old school charm Now I’ve T120 it’s very refined modern , well made and safe to ride !! I love both the bikes