Why the T120 is the best Bonneville ever

[@AmericanSpyFox]

Definitely popped a wheelie I didn't expect on my first bike, leaving a movie theater. People cheered. I had a helmet on so they couldn't see the terror on my face and thought I did it on purpose.

[@atsylor5549]

It’ll definitely happen surprise easily.

[@hartbreakidj]

lmaooooo awesome

[@springergabriel1804]

😭😭😭🤙🏿

[@MrFlyme123]

I'm a Triumph Guy! Back in the day, I owned a 1969 Triumph Bonneville 650cc and also a 1973 Bonneville 750cc. I still dream about my '69!

[@jimwortham8634]

Also has a 68 Bonneville stainless steel fenders gas tank easy paint job

[@adoptheckler6836]

Everyone dreams about 69

[@bearmcquade2846]

When my neighbor started his 650 the windows would rattle in my parents house! And I would Smile

[@olddirtbiker5088]

Got a 2016 T100 last year. Enough power, but a sixth gear would have been nice. I like the fake carb fuel injector look, and the cream and gold paint is very classic. At 500 lbs it feels heavy standing still but not when it's moving. Perfect bike for me as it's my first street bike in 45 years. Triumph hit a home run with the modern Bonneville line.

[@KyleP133]

I just did 1100 miles on my '17 Bonneville... was awesome. Totally recommend. Mine is a 900, though, got a little 1200 envy there. 17,000 miles without a hitch.

[@Μανος13]

would you suggest it for a novice rider?

[@erikjames9033]

Kyle, how was your back feeling after 1100 miles on your bonneville? I’m considering renting one for an 800m trip around the finger lakes next month

[@toradog5719]

My T120 is so well balanced, I barely have to put my feet down at a stop. Really a quality bike I thoroughly enjoy riding.

[@truck212121]

I bought a 2018 Bonneville speedmaster first bike, love it!

[@Mr-qr5pk]

first bike ever? no drops yet?

[@nocturnalferalguitarist]

@@Mr-qr5pkLOL my first street bike too 2012 and 3 drops first 3 years

[@joepowell6465]

Enjoy your video... Keep Looking UP!!! First Bike I had...started out with the best.. 1967 Triumph Bonneville 650 CC with Amal GP Carbs, no choke , total weight of bike 363 lbs, 46 HP... She was a dream... new bikes just don't have the responsiveness , it was so light you could get out of a lot of jambs .. it was a bike that taught me a lot, lost a lot of bike parts due to vibration, (the British apparently had never heard of lock washers). Even had a carburetor come adrift, was only hanging on by one bolt...lost numerous valve covers... then I discovered Lock Tite and never lost another part... LOL... still couldn't keep the glass in the rear view mirrors, vibration from that thumpin twin would destroy them,

[@arthurleino]

I like the new Triumphs , also the new Royal Enfields. Nice vide6.

[@allans7281]

I agree every motorcycle enthusiast must on one of these triumphs at some point. The visceral feeling is immeasurable. IT’S A TRIUMPH baby!! Happy rid’n

[@Renraw9002]

my first bike was an 85 honda cb450. It was a giant p.o.s and money pit. I remember one time it was cold-ish outside and whenever the bike was cold there was a solid 2-3 second delay between twisting the throttle and the response. I was trying to ride with a friend and my hand slipped and released the clutch just as the bike decided to rev, I popped a wheelie, came right back down, and promptly fell off the side of the bike. My friend and a passerby both laughed their asses off at me after they realized I was fine. The only thing bruised was my ego.

[@john_in_Berlin]

Addicting, my goodness. Beautiful, beautiful bike. Ride safe, brother.

[@petewebb6952]

I’ve got a new T120 and a 2019 Honda CB500X, which compliment each other.

[@andrewdods2236]

Cool! Complement, btw

[@dougie1112am]

Beauty roads you took for this one. Thanks for the ride.

[@samcs06]

Just bought a used t100. As someone who has never riden before I do anticipate me dropping it. Eventually though, once i get some experience, I want a t120.

[@bekabeka71]

Even the most handsome guy rode this bike (Marlon Brando)

[@Wooley689]

I like the analog look of the gauges, although they are not analog they look and act like it.

[@sidweazel2883]

I would like one, I’ve had Meridian works Bonnies years ago, however Triumph aftercare has become so appalling I’m all in on Royal Enfield now.

[@duanedragon2]

You should have ridden the Speed Twin. It's like a Speed Trip got it on with a T120. It is the best.

[@XeNoGeaR2077]

Got a brand new one 2 weeks ago, one of my favorite motorcycle on par with the R Nine T (I don't have this one yet but tested it). A lot of fun, a lot of torque and awesome look with everything you need and expect from a 12k bike

[@buddhastaxi666]

Im thinking of getting one of these. The1200 motor is what the range needed. The 900s had the performance of cb350s! Do i need my zx14r with a cruise speed of 90 in a legal lmit of 65? I have my cruiser for two up rides and laying low. I thought of a 70s Bonnie but they were not reliable new let alone 40 years later. So i must get my last bike. A 120 or a streetglide. The zx may have to go as icannot afford more than two.

[@daniellekoran7906]

To be fair, in this video he’s literally comparing two different generations of Triumphs. Of course the old air cooled ones can’t keep up, have worse brakes and so on

[@vt3649]

That usb charger is a game changer for me.

[@yasermahdi7230]

Amazing video man.....what's the area called....so beautiful

[@Flexin010]

Like the new format!

[@cbahazro]

hello srk. make a review on suzuki rf900rr

[@4ngelsfly]

would you say this type of bike would be recommended to get my motorcycle license? or maybe too heavy ?

[@primedirective00]

not very heavy? it weighs 60 lbs more than my KTM 1090 AR which is 3x the physical size and has twice the power. I really WANT to like these i just wish they were a little lighter. The T100 is fine i guess.. very similar specs numbers and feel to my '78 BMW R100 but not as flickable for some reason. Wish they would drop a 6 speed in the T100s and tune the engines a little better. That would be the perfect motorcycle.

[@johnr5847]

What is the softest riding Triumph?

[@sajalsrivastava5821]

Intro music please.

[@robertparisi8016]

Thank u so much, enjoyed the review, own a 2018 t120 black, 6 speed, traction control, abs, rider modes, center stand, heated grips, radiator, fly by wire, excellent handling, ample power and torque, smooth and comfortable, no it's not a harley, it's not a gold wing, just a great all around bike that wouldn't cause any disappointments.

[@Abhiram-nb8yk]

is it faster than the speed twin, and is it nice to ride in cities, cause i ordered the speed twin instead yesterday and unsure whether i made he right descion

[@thebrodstar]

I just bought the 2023 version of exactly what you got.

[@williamrusk631]

Brando's bike in the movie the Wild One was his own Triumph Thunderbird, McQueen's bike in the Great Escape was a Triumph TR6 Trophy,

[@martincvitkovich724]

and I always preferred the single carb models, even the BSA Thunderbolt. But riders today see a Triumph and right away they call it a Bonneville even if it aint

[@robsonenduro3316]

who cares what they've ridden anyway.

[@admiralbeez8143]

@@robsonenduro3316 It’s part of the Triumph brand’s history.

[@bearmcquade2846]

The one bearmcquade284 rode was a 71 ! Haha love that triger 650

[@hulsfamcalcan]

Triumph is not just stuck in the classic era. They currently make the motor for Grand Prix motorcycle racing using the triple cylinder 765 cc engine giving 138 horsepower.

[@gfunk63901]

they diversified with bobber and speedmaster and plenty of other models. BMW too but Harley won't change

[@noah_h2018]

Not to mention the tiger series, the speed triples, and the rocket series.

[@jayakrishna5693]

Bro you want the modern bonneville, get the speed twin man cuz that’s the best of both the worlds

[@KnottsAndPipes]

I think it looks too modern. I prefer the T120

[@dedricthere]

Yep, the Speed Twins wheels are fugly as hell. 🤢

[@kevinleonard2368]

A few of my Triumph buddies said I should upgrade my '07 Bonneville 865cc to the new Triumph T120 cuz it was great so I believe you man! I ended up buying a '17 Triumph Bobber and now I'm selling my wife's Sportster after getting her an '18 Triumph Bobber. We just love the looks of the Bobber and it's so easy to ride and has tons of torque!It's like riding a bmx bike. Super light and nimble

[@explorewiththeodore]

This was a wholesome review. I don't have a bike, I dont have a bike licence and probably wouldnt even get this as my first bike. Although I love the look of this bike and just wanted to know more about it. I'm glad it wasn't reviewd by some jerk just breaking all the rules. Just some guy cruising through the countryside saying positive things.

[@marvinr5054]

I just added this exact bike year make model and color to my little collection of bikes and I am absolutely loving this decision so far everything you say about this bike is true I agree 100%. If I'm going to take a long ride I'm definitely taking my Electra Glide but if I am going for a day ride under a hundred fifty miles the Bonneville is my choice because this bike Rocks. I don't normally comment on your videos but this time I had to make the exception. Keep up the great videos on these bikes I love it

[@masonkeller6275]

I'm sitting here wishing I could add this Bonneville to my garage, but I just bought an FLTHCI in March...then I see your comment!! Happy riding, sir.

[@marvinr5054]

After wanting this bike since 2016 I finally bought one and I'm really happy about it but you always have to be careful about what you wish for . Now that I have two Harley's and a Triumph my best friend for two decades passed away a few days ago and his wife told me that it was his wish to leave me his 06 Street Glide ... I'd give them all away if I could have my best friend Bob back for just a little longer. You can have lots of bikes or toys but what does it all mean if you can't share it with your best friend. RIP Robert Hicks 6/2/19. Another 911 casualty.

[@snake_eyes_garage]

marvin R RIP Bob, thank you 🙏

[@andrewdods2236]

marvin R I’m really sorry for you man😢

[@colinoz]

Bought a HD forty eight, which is an awful bike to ride above 70mph. Only 5 gears. Uncomfortable and viby.. Good from stoplight to stoplight and that's it. Should've bought the T120 instead.. It's better in every way..

[@FattyMateo]

Going down flat, straight cow road: "you guys in FL don't see this"😆😆😆 That's literally all you see

[@quacktac]

7-20 motorcycles? Why limit yourself like that?

[@joecamel6835]

I only have two

[@vulcan-900bobber7]

You want curvey roads come down under to New Zealand, the best but the conditions can be sometimes treacherous ranging from bad road upkeep to some of the most arrogant drivers in the world and also 4 season's experienced in one day. God bless 😊

[@01bart01]

Haha those words of wisdom before you testdrive your motorcycles are a great idea.

[@thebigempty_5792]

Last year I took my 18 T120 Black on a 2000 mile 4 day trip from Fort Worth Tx to Big Bend and back- best time of my life and the bike was super comfortable. With a few mods, this bike can definitely be a distance tourer. That’s another awesome fact about these bikes: You can morph them into a bike that suits your needs.

[@erikjames9033]

I’m thinking about renting the same bike on an 800m trip around the finger lakes next month. I’m curious, did you add a windshield for your 2000m ride? Do pegs cause discomfort at that distance?

[@rahjr65]

you just got to get away from the large cities in FL.

[@Jedz123]

Hey SRK cycles!!! Love the content. I have a 2018 Bonneville T120 with 45K miles on it and I ride the thing EVERYWHERE! I live in Vermont so we are a bit locked in with snow right now but I'm planning on running through your neck of the woods a few times this year coming up, may swing by to do a vlog, just cause. I will be pushing close to 80K miles by the time we wrap up the 2020 season and hoping to be at 100K miles on my Bonneville by mid 2021 season in which I'll need a new daily runner... Great motorcycle but I have run into some issues on my Bonneville T120 since I bought it brand new. FYI. Keep up the great videos I watch them through the snow until I can get out in April. Best,

[@quocanh95nguyen]

T100/T120 is perfect bike on many aspects. The design is timeless. The power is enough for long trip or on highway. Riding position is friendly and relaxing. It can be a daily motorcycle

[@aktab9]

Do you know the price?

[@RaiderWolf-yd6nm]

14k for one other than Black. T120 Black is closer to 16k. I bought a used low mileage, 5,800 miles on it, 2020 T120 Black for around 9k this year.

[@greysea4841]

I bought a brand new T100 back in 2013 and still have it. The only complaint I have is that I was ever able to get rid of the brake squeal problem. Tried everything. EVERYTHING. So I learned to live with it but it still bothers me. Sad to see that owners of these new bikes are also complaining about brake squeal. Get with it Triumph!

[@melhorian8488]

"It's not what you're riding, but where you're going" I started quoting alot when group riding, with the big guns, on my '94 Yamaha Virago 250 affectionately known as "Vera" Great video mate.

[@pinaki2905]

It is the best bike in it’s category; much better than Harley 1200 custom. I love it. It only faces trouble in sharp turn as veering it to right direction takes extra effort. In open highway it rocks. I clocked almost 1700 km on it.

[@genegoodwin8925]

I enjoyed your video on the T120. I would love to own one, but due to my wife's health issues we had to go to a trike. She has battled cancer eight times and when the cancer in her brain caused seizures we felt if she had a seizure on a two wheeler it might cause an accident injuring both of us and possible others. On the trike, I feel I should be able to pull over and tend to her needs. Last August she had brain surgery (12 surguries in ten years) to remove the cancer and has not had a seizure since. But she now walks with a walker. She walks out in the garage and crawls up on the trike and we stil go for a ride every day the weather is right. The curvey road you were on is pretty, but we live in SE Ohio where you not only have plenty of curves but also hills to go up and down which makes you pick up speed sometimes faster than you want and slows the bike when going up hill, makes things more interesting. We ride in the Hocking Hills region and the Wanye National Forest a lot. The backtop roads are always in good repair and the hills and curves are just right for a motorcycle. If you ever come to SE Ohio, check this area out, I think you'd ove it. Thanks again for yur video.

[@dariusx4829]

Godspeed for you wife's healing and if not, her peace and comfort...

[@danwustrack]

Yet again, another GREAT Video. I love the test ride videos. I was a sport bike and harley lover, and because of your videos, my eyes have been opened to other brands and styles of bikes. Keep on rockin guys, cant wait for the next video!

[@marksoldiers230]

Before you read verse, practice. Read the verse aloud so that you can read it smoothly and, more importantly, understandably.

[@MrEddieo1]

I like the pre ride prayer. I do that. T120 is not a beginner bike no? My current is a 2015 T 214 with low miles so maybe T 120 in a few years.

[@blipco5]

That actor from 'There Will Be Blood" also rides Triumphs. He bought one (Bonnie) locally for commuting around Boston when he was shooting a movie there. I believe he gave it away when the filming was done. The salesman who sold it to him told me.

[@allanshort8264]

Daniel Day Lewis? Hawk eye from Last of the Mohicans? Anglo/Irish actor. Also Tom Hardy rides Thrusting in London. Sensible guyswith sensible bikes for our crap urban roads (in England)

[@allanshort8264]

Tom Hardy rides Thruxton

[@GGdeTOURS37]

For me the T100 is enough because I don't buy those bikes for speed or power at all (not anymore lol) but for the pleasure of riding around. So the money saved is logical.

[@SonOfAHerbert]

Could it still be considered entry level with 1200cc??

[@scottroberts4551]

I think so if you're careful and slow for a few months. Put the bike in "Rain' mode and it'll slow it down quite a bit so you can learn at your own pace.

[@johnnieguitar5724]

Biblical quotations and sermon NOT APPRECIATED! I'm a Christian, but this is supposed to be only about Triumph T120. Preach elsewhere, Dude. Not appreciated. I don't need religion forced on me. Christ wouldn't either, Dude..............

[@submissions72]

That's a beautiful piece of machine.

[@russellstroup3014]

T100 owner and love it. Nice thing is, all types of bikers love it for its timeless looks. Compliments all the time. EZ to ride for beginners too. Enjoy!

[@Lexx1976]

I prefer the T1000 over the T800, because it melts back together if it breaks into pieces.

[@scottfree9994]

Oh NOW you guys get in some more Triumph's.......After I already made my purchase. I was looking real hard that last Bonny you had that sold. So then I buy my bike and low and behold you get more in. (sigh).

[@Srkcycles]

Yeah it’s crazy we got a bunch in recently

[@betruly7894]

Why??? one will buy this bike new at that SUPER high price? So STUPID. There is much better as bike out there for lower than that price. I f one looking for a ventage bike , just buy you a real ventage bike Royal Enfield for a very small price, sure that every time you ride it you will turn heads as much as Harley do maybe more 🙄

[@flamingentity6431]

I've been looking for a good motorcycle and now I think I found it

[@campcookhenry]

Your roads surfaces are in great shape up here in Wisconsin ours used to be like yours ,now they just suck

[@jvogler_art4708]

Grew up riding Honda dirt bikes and dual sports… only recently did I look at triumph.. they seem awesome. If I was gonna buy a street bike this would be it.

[@holdencaulfied7492]

I can't take a guy with his boots untied seriously. Sorry.

[@johnny8647]

No me alcanzó para la Triumph. Llegué a la royal enfield interceptor 650.... y un poco de imaginación

[@rustycuzy5380]

If you play this backwards you can hear Satan telling you to buy a Harley.

[@darrylpiwek397]

For riding 2 up, would you recommend the T120 over Scrambler 1200xc?

[@thebardock6785]

I really want to learn to ride and love triumph. I have 0 intention of going fast lol i rather respect the speed and be safe

[@ronaldnielsen5796]

Easy to say

[@Robert8455]

That is some amazing country side there my friend, where is this place? I enjoyed your video and the nice Bonnie too.

[@wittemanadrian]

Nice bike but it sure doesn't sound like my old '68 Bonneville t120...that was the best sound in all of motorcycling!

[@theneutralplatform4834]

Triumph Tiger 90 or 100 in the 60's and 70. Light, nimble & fast, it would run rings round most bikes. Now that's a classic!!

[@norman-gregory]

Greetings...good content and channel. Praise Our King, Our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.

[@jordonedwards2358]

Bro you finally cleaned that beard up.

[@jordonedwards2358]

@Malcolm Reynolds my thoughts exactly

[@jordonedwards2358]

@Malcolm Reynolds aww thanks, you want us to pick you up something while we're out for brunch?

[@NiallDempsey-jp7fl]

Good review but what's the deal with quoting all the scripture from the bible?😮

[@GreasyBelcher]

I’ve got T100 - This got me thinking 😏

[@danilocapellan1316]

Keep your T100 is lighter easier to move around.

[@ericdolby1622]

You are definitely wrong about Florida my friend.

[@TracyLoop]

Oh. You mean A triumph Rocket. LOL Modern you said. LOL

[@stephendehart9777]

They have been making those for decades. My first bike was a T120 in '63.

[@Srkcycles]

Really ?

[@treforjoned6149]

I also owned a 1963.bonny.great bike

[@timp1051]

An inexperienced rider with that kind of torque, one mistake could be there last.

[@kensanity178]

For sale 2014 Bonne T100 like new 125 miles. Extras. St Louis

[@Dunnsobe]

Good looking bike. Be a nice change from the supersports

[@mickey5515]

he forgot bruce lee! he drove one in the 70's

[@nathanlambshead4778]

Looks like Pirelli Phantom Supersport tires. At least the front is. I remember those tires. Awesome cornering. Not as good for long touring rides. They love to lean over, but you have to fight a bit to straighten them up again. Almost dumped my Yamaha XS1100 the first day I rode with them lol

[@scottroberts4551]

I swapped my Phantoms out for Avon's - so much better.

[@Xyz401]

Aussumn video. Ill get exactly that bike;))

[@ASLUHLUHC3]

3:15 what just happened😂

[@Bramslootmans]

Anonymous ikr, was like wut

[@JohnJay2142]

He sounds like one of those alcoholics anonymous people.

[@truth-12345.]

3:43 I love that he caught verses from the bible. Good for giving wisdom and morality.

[@waynepreston5637]

I have a classic Triumph Thunderbird 900 from 1995 it's the real deal Hinckley beast with 85hp I'd rather have the original than a modern day wannabe.

[@wickedcoolname399]

1995 is a classic? Triumph started making motorcycles in 1902. I would say a 1995 is a modern day wannabe.

[@JAMES2613]

Love the bike and the scenery

[@Buslife57]

Tempted to sell the old 71 bsa t bolt for a new trumpy or enfeild🤔🤔

[@johnjasonkearney]

amen brother

[@JB-pp4nj]

Love the prayer at the beginning. Amen.

[@michaela5261]

I was so surprised to see that. So much respect. God Bless.

[@wrightnigel]

You lost me when you started shoving religion in our faces.

[@teslaedison6236]

Most of the power in high RPM? Lol noooo it's all LOW RPM power in these twins

[@scottroberts4551]

True, I rarely go above 4k rpms - tons of torque down low.

[@richardbrookesnets5928]

I was ok with watching this right up until the sky fairy bullshit.

[@BlueOx2277]

I’m 6 foot 2 and 300lbs with a 32 inch inseam- would this T120 be a good fit for me?

[@andrewdods2236]

Yep; just :-)

[@sefton1972]

You lost me when you mentioned “clutch Wheelie”. Really!! On a Bonnevile!

[@ZhaziTheBeast]

Anyone else here because this was Hagrid's bike?

[@bmwrider1931]

U shaved dang brother looks much better ahha.

[@richardahola692]

That throttle body looks like a Amal Monobloc carb used on 67 and older Bonnies