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There's something to be said about a bike one can simply jump on and ride. Not too much or too little of anything. There's also something to be said for its timeless look and design. A positive evolution that we seemingly forgot until recently. A modern version of something we should have never forgotten.

I own a 2022 T120 and have done 35k kilometres. It’s my daily ride and I’ve toured across South Australia on it. Beautiful bike to commute on and for touring.

All the classic-style Triumphs are mouth-wateringly beautiful. The color on the tank is deeeeep, all details are perfect. Total eye-candy.

Hey Zack, I realise you probably will never see this message but I just wanted to say thank you. Yours and Ari‘s videos were the first ones that I started watching about five years ago when I first considered getting my motorcycle license. That’s been a really long journey for me and five years later over here in the UK, I am now proudly in possession of my full A-class motorcycle license. I went out and after a lot of thinking and a ton of research I decided to go for a Triumph Bonneville T100 in competition green and ironstone. Watching your videos has really inspired me, it’s informed me and it’s entertained me. I think you and Ari in particular do an amazing service to the motorcycle community as a whole. You helped me to become a new rider, and I’m looking forward to a lifetime of adventures and fun on my bike. So yeah thanks man, you’re a really good dude and I really appreciate everything that you do and that goes out to you and Ari and Spence and all the unseen team who edit and support these great productions. Keep up the amazing work and thanks for your brilliant channel. Cheers, Conrad.

I think you nailed it. I have a Royal Enfield Interceptor 650, my friend has one of these and we often swap backwards and forwards. I agree, it’s at least a half step above my INT650, definitely in regards to that extra power and the quality of gearbox, switchgear etc. I couldn’t afford the extra dollars for this so I bought the RE but I appreciate what you get for the extra dollars over the RE.

I just test rode this bike three times at the demo rides at Sturgis this week. I, also rode the T120, The Speedmaster, the Rocket 3, the Thruxton, and the Scrambler 900. The reason I rode the T100 three times is because I needed to be sure that I liked it as much as I did. This bike will be my next addition to the stable and, most likely, will be the mainstay as I ride into my seventh and eighth decades. It fits me perfectly, has nice power, handles very easily and neutral, looks amazing, and sounds very soothing at 70 mph. Now, I just need to struggle with the fact that I'll need to get rid of two others to make room.

Bought a 2023 T100 a few weeks ago. All my other rides were adventure bikes so a total departure for me. Wanted something that could be easily hopped on for a quick blat about and easy trips through town etc. Actually found this bike to be very flexible and way more fun than expected - I ride slower, as it is naked it feels faster but is also very relaxing. I'm pretty confident that it could tour 2 up for 3-4 day trips and solo tour everywhere my R1200GSA went (never rode it off road - too expensive to risk). Overall, much more impressive than I originally gave it credit for.

I know I’m old but not that long ago that size bike was considered large and you’d order a plexi windscreen and saddlebags out of a catalog and hit the highway…

I never realized how much I love these retro looking bikes. But man, do I ever pucker up when you are doing wheelies on these bikes! Great review! Thanks!

Recently did a 1,550 mile trip on my T100. Mostly stock except for a more comfortable seat and some luggage. It handled 80-85mph all day long and gave me no issues.

I've got a 2017 T100, I bought it brand new. As far as I can tell, they haven't changed much. I will say, as good as the transmission is when it is new, it only gets better as the bike breaks in. It's buttery smooth and I never have a problem finding a positive neutral. I may ride more conservatively than the boys at RevZilla, I get 58 MPG out of mine. It really is a pleasant, joyfully bike to ride.

As a Speed Twin (1200) owner I knew Zack was a man of culture and taste.

I bought a T120 last year, and I love it. I always come home with a smile.

I love my Bonnie T100! Bought it during the COVID lock downs and it is a pure joy to ride, either around town or out in the Twisties. Plenty of power and so comfortable to sit on you can ride all day!

Love Daily Rider! I watch many of these several times they are that entertaining Zack! Anytime I consider a new bike this is where I start. Great work once again.

Harley-Davidson continues to overlook this segment of motorcycles. They should be thinking about a bike that provides a path for older riders to downsize from their big heavies and also for riders that would be new to the brand. I think if HD really tried, they could make an outstanding smaller displacement naked.

2016 air cooled T100 owner here. Bought it for looks and nostalgia. I have owned this bike longer than any other motorcycle. I added a shield and bags but everything else is stock. I rode up to Maine which was a 10 hour ride without aches and pains. It just works on every level.

I love it. The Bonneville is the Jerry West of Motorcycles. Jerry West is the logo and the Bonneville is the silhouette of motorcycles

I think this is the first time that I've seen Zack wheelie a motorcycle on Daily Rider twice. Great ride review as always!!

I've had a 900cc Street Twin since 2017 and done everything from daily commuting to touring half the Mediterranean to track day lessons. What stands out for me is the torque and the way it's delivered. Boy what a feeling!

I completely concur with everything you said, I have a 2014 T100 Bonneville. I love it and want the Thruxton next, it's my beginner bike, it just has all the fit and finish. I get compliments about the classic looks, and then so many are surprised a modern bike. Great content, keep it coming!!!!

I have a 2022 T120 black and took it from WI to PA. I absolutely love it. It is heavy, and am still getting used to that (getting it up on its center stand for instance) but it doesn’t feel heavy while riding. I also have never gotten so many compliments as I do when I’m out and about on that bike 😆

Zack and Spencer, I was so pleasantly surprised when you said Jerry West was your pick for "basketball personality." He was immediately my pick when Zack relayed the question and I watched Jerry play back in the day when the original Bonnevilles graced our roads. Like Jerry, the new T100 is a solid, consistent, star-quality player: not flashy by today's standards, but always exciting. Thanks for another great daily ride!!

I ride a 2020 T100. I love it. Thanks for highlighting all of the features!

A motorcycle for life Wonderful review, thanks Zach!

I'm such a big fan of this series. Keep 'em coming! Maybe sometime you could summarise from all your daily rides what you think the perfect daily ride would be :)

I'm 6'1", a dirt rider at heart and an engineer by profession and never has a bike fit me as a rider and human better or made me smile more than my 1200 McQueen Scrambler, it was a complete 'take my money moment' when the ad for the bike came out and I placed the order on it in 2021 from my couch in lockdown over here in Australia. I was not one bit dissapointed when the bike arrived and I had to actually pay for it haha, first new vehicle I'd ever bought and just love it. I'd just as soon own a T100/120 or Speed Twin frankly and like you Zac, really find it hard to complain about the overall experience of any of them, the lads strike such an excellent balance for those that just want a lovely bike that does so much well with so little downside.

Bought a t100 new in 2020...done 6000mls with it now....still love it.....when I bought it I wasn't a very experienced rider.....but been on the roads since I was 17 now 70 driving cars trucks.....and a driver for a living since I was 17. Got my first bike around 2016...soon realised what I had missed. But over the year got involved with owning boats then a small aircraft....then bikes. Still learning.....and getting bolder all the time.....gives all the power I req and lots more if I need it. On rides averaging 50-55mph.....getting 79.9 MPG....that a UK gallon. Gained around 3mpg on de-catting it....giving an even more pleasing sound.....not over loud....with lots of other benefits also....smoother at low RPM gets rid of the horrendous over powerful engine braking on closing the throttle...gives normal engine braking now. Carried out a quite few mods to make it look even more retro....including a lucas amp meter fitted into the headlamp ie old school style....plus other rtro in keeping mods Mine has the chrome rims exhaust and spokes.....dont like the black version wheels on the T100 now....seems to get the chrome rims you have to buy a T120 £££££££££ To me the front brake is fine.....maybe the bike our tester is riding has not had its breaks bedded in.........as I say to me its very good.....but saying that....I have not rode that many bikes. But I do anticipates stop and let the bike slow by its self a lot.....keeping my brakes fresh and getting many more miles between pad and rotor changes....a boring way to ride some may say....but thats me.....comes from being a professional driver all my life....big rigs ect...where you need to keep the brakes cool....again old school. Really enjoyed watching this video....love the presenters style....good man.....glad you like the T100 much as I do. Anybody interested in my mods...email me at nickjaxe at ntlworld.C O M Great review Sir.....I enjoyed it. Nick in the UK.

Love your upbeat vids.

Street Cup rider here. Same engine. It's my forever bike. Will never let it go.

I like your point about the gear spacing. I'm not immune to spec sheet shopping, so I sort of scoffed at the T100 having 5 cogs (especially when my half-priced Interceptor has 6), but after riding a T120 and T100 back to back, I actually preferred the T100's gearing. It sort of fits the character of that style of bike to have slightly 'lazier' gearing. Always feel like I'm constantly rowing gears on the Interceptor.

I just knew that you were going to love that bike! I've got a Street Scramber and that is also lovely.

Got the same bike right here. And i say i really love the bike.. ive got nothing to complain as its daily driven... House to work to some long rides on weekends. And its really beautiful.. a timeless look.

Went to college on a 68 Bonneville and loved that….bought a 2017 ‘Creamsicle’ T100, loved that too…. And last year I traded it for an orange 1200 Speed Twin….. all great bikes, but the Speed Twin is everything the others were with a big scoop of performance added. 😊

This is the one I’ve been waiting for. Have had a T100 Goldline (sweet green stripe and hand painted gold lines) since December and I love riding it. It truly is a bike that is meditative and soothing. And to see my favorite KZfaq personality rate it so high makes me smile (it’s that human desire to be validated, I suppose). And to daily ride the Jerry West of motorcycles? I couldn’t ask for more. 🏍️

I go in and look at all the bikes and scooters at our local dealership. I have been eyeing scooters for a while. But when I sit on the classic triumph bikes, like the t100, t120, speed twin, etc - they are really comfortable!

Love your analysis n commentary

I own a T120 Gold Line and i frigging love the bike!!! Also own a Triumph Trophy SE and an Aprilia Mana and this T120 is my go to bike for weekends. I put three bikes side by side..The T120, Ducati 1100 Scrambler and the Kawasaki Z900RS. And when they were all side by side the Triumph was the real Retro bike that i was looking for. My wife even said there's no comparison the fit and finish was stunning. The Kawi already had tons of paint swirls/scratches from being in the showroom, and the Ducati was too modern. For sure that T120 will be in the garage until they put me in the ground.

I own a 2017 T100 and it is a real pleasure to ride it both in the city and on the highway.

900cc and 500lbs does not scream "entry level" to me.

All around great review! 👍👍👍👍👍

This video couldn't have come at a better time for me haha. I am currently looking to buy a Triumph Bonneville T120 Black that I am going to test drive on wednesday. Glad to know that it little sister is in the top 5 of the 2023 Daily Rider list!

I like your description about the transmission being nice in the right ways. Owning a vintage bmw, the gap between 4'th and 5'th gear is so tiny i dont know why they bothered. The sibenrock 5% taller 5'th cog was worth every penny, made it like an actual 5 speed instead of a 4.5, so i love when a vintage styled bike makes those little corrections to make an old thing nicer to live with in a way doesnt detract from.the experience.

I have to agree all around. Last year I rode the Street Twin(now Speed Twin 900), Trident 660, Tiger Sport 660, and a Street Triple RS and the Street Twin was my favorite bike. To me, it just had so much more character. I wasn’t a fan of the single gauge cluster on it though. Even with only 64hp and 59ft-lbs, it just made gobs of torque everywhere. I would be perfectly satisfied with the power it makes for sure.

When I started riding street motorcycles, Triumph was out of business in the US. They were history and it was uncertain that they would ever return. I’m glad they have returned…

Great episode! Even though I've ridden a friggin ton of bikes and own many-a-vintage UJM I have yet to ride a single Triumph either vintage or modern. Your descriptions while on the ride answered my question perfectly! I definitely need to throw a leg over a Triumph and see what I'm missing!

I’ve got a street twin 900 and love it , all the bike you need for daily riding

Great review!👍reckon you nailed it!

I own a 2013, have 49000 10:15 miles on it had Bonnie for 4 years I put 45000 on it. No problem going anywhere on this sweet bike. It is great on twisty mountain roads and good on the highway cruising at 90 mph with ease. The best tire I have used so far is the roadtec metz. Great tire for the bike.

Please do review Triumph T120! I just graduated college and I've been salivating about this bike since high school. I've just landed my first job and I'm planning to save as much as I can to buy the T120 and watching videos about T120 helps me stay motivated in saving money. I know its not a big deal for everyone but this is my dreambike that I'm planning to ride until I grow old haha

Well done Man! Get the Bonny up that Board! What a Great Service you’ve done for Great Engineering! Top Lad!!

Triumph did a great job of hiding all the wires and pipes too.

Great vid mate. Have a 2008 fuel injected air cooled bonneville 865cc with the only upgrade being a nice staintune exhaust system. Also being only a 5.6ft tall rider, and a 55 years old thats been riding bikes since 4 years old I've owned many many different bikes over the years and this bike is so good and reliable with plenty of power and an exceptionally enjoyable bike to ride. Long trip, short trip or a quick lap through your favorite road it does it all in style. Love it👍

FINALLY TRIUMPH getting some proper love on this series :) ❤

Great review, as always. Almost everything you describe is very similar to the Kawasaki W800. Great looking, easy and simple to ride. A real joy.

I ride an ‘08 T100 (last year with a real carburetor in the states) and I agree with basically all of Zack’s points. There are things about the bike that could be better, but nothing it really does badly. Basically everything is at the worst “good enough.” And there is a lot that is much better than “good enough.” You don’t quite get the Sportster level of “everything you can think of has been done already and someone has documented it” but you get pretty close. And the exhaust does sound good stock, but T-100s can sound pretty sweet once they’re uncorked. I recently did that on mine and have no regrets. Sounds like I’m riding a much meaner bike. Anyways I’m rambling, but I just love my bike, rode it around town all day today and couldn’t be happier with it. If you ever have the chance to ride one, do it!

How do you think the Kawasaki W800 would stack up against the T100? Ask Kawasaki to borrow one for the Daily Ride and let’s see who does the modern classic motorcycle best. Loved the video!

I live for Zacks face expressions on the thumbnail 😂

Zack-thanks for another enjoyable review👍🏿 I recently bought my first Triumph after 40 years of riding. I bought a ’22 Speed Triple 1200 RS. I’d love to see your take on this lesser-known super-naked as I think it follows the overall theme of the T100 review. It’s a darn good bike that can get pretty zippy yet still be more refined than other options out there. Anyway-thanks again and keep up the good work!

I have a T120 and I think is one of the most rewarding bikes i have ever owned. Looks good, sounds good. Tons of torque. It can tour two-up. Super reliable...can do an ocasional dirt road. Throw some performance suspension and you have the best classic looking all rounder out there.

Hi! Great content as always. Proposal: in the leader board section, you could briefly show a picture on the screen each time you mention one of the other bikes on the board, just to remind viewers of what the other bikes are and look like. Cheers!

I always wonder where the street/ speed twin would rank in the daily rider,... now, I kinda know. Thank you for reviewing a Triumph, they are a beaut!

For almost half the price I went with the Interceptor 650. I couldn't justify the extra money for 15 more horsepower. Great review.

Ooo love me a daily ride while working in the morning! I’m desiring a speed twin but it’s still in the Bonnie family…

My brother has the Street Twin 900 (2016?) and a T120. I bought the T100 because I love the 900 engine from the Street Twin and the roomier frame of the T100/T120 over the smaller Street Twin. The T100 and T120 share most components although the T120 has enhancements such as twin disks and riding modes. The T100 is easier to turn because of the single disk.

Nicely done Triumph on those headers. I didn't even realize that fake in the beginning of video. Nice classic looks 👍

very nice and complete review. best regards from a T120 owner in vienna!

I couldn’t wait for your review of the Speed Twin so I bought it this summer, so happy to hear your opinion on it😊🎉 and I have to agree. Speed Twin offers both gentlemen riding and the devil in you wrapped in the best looking bike in the market in my opinion

Watching you (being 2 inches taller than me) gives me a bit more confidence as an inspiring rider that i can fit on more than i realized. Helps that i actually have short legs for my height . 32 inch length. So i dont think i have to worry nearly as much about knee angle than most. Built like a corgi.

Definitely a long overdue review. These bikes are so popular due to their look and wide variety of custom parts.

I think an important part of Daily Rider is that the bike is fun, comfortable and practical. I don't think you need to apologize for a bike being a solid "Daily Rider". There are all sorts of specialized bikes, but really what you want is a jack of all trades kinda bike for your weekly commute and weekend twisty rip. Bikes like this should always be near the top.

I have a T120. It's just a great bike and it addresses most of the deficiencies of the T100.... brakes, modes, power etc. The Modern Classics line of Triumphs are great bikes, and buying one is a no brainer.

Zack forgot to mention that the royal enfield 650 has the worlds most uncomfortable seat, whereas the Bonnie is like having your butt cradled by angels.

@10:54 I love the appearance of the character “Mr. Motorcycle Expert” 😆

I have this exact bike in a '21. Added a few Triumph and British customs mod's including bar end mirrors. I love it! I'm 6'4"/ 255lbs, I'm sure I look a little big on it, I look big on just about any bike. I also ride a vespa Sei Giorni and a Honda Fury so I have the whole spectrum covered. Riding this bike make you feel stand out and proud. For those concerned about touring, they should go with the T-120. Visually identical but along with the 1200cc engine, you get the sixth gear. I ride smaller urban roads and avoid the highways. This bike is perfect.

I am English and not even a biker but I just love the design of this motorcycle. You used the descriptor handsome: it is. My eye just roams over it and likes it all. I want one.

Perfect daily rider!

Liked the clip thanks so much. I can imagine advantages in a 5 speed transmission over a 6 speed at times especially if you are not touring. Also if the 900 gets to 80 mph that easily and the ride is good, it makes sense over the 1200.

We mind, Zach. That's why we're here! Please, continue!

Thanks for a fun review. I love this bike even though I don’t have a use for a UBM right now. One nitpick: I don’t see this as a competitor to the HD. HD buyers buy HDs because they have HD stickers on the tank. A glance at the spec sheet (e.g., 1-1/2” of rear suspension travel on the Nightster) will explain that HD buyers don’t care about performance. Thanks again.

Seomthing I often hear from US hosts, be it in videos or podcasts, is them wondering why certain smaller bikes exist. Zack talks about this 900 being an entry level bike based on the HP/torque but in a lot of countries licencing restrictions for new riders mean it's inaccessible and not legal to ride purely down to engine capacity. The Trident 660 is learner-compatible in many regions and I think this is the reason bikes like that are brought to the market - they don't immediately make sense in the US but they make a lot of sense elsewhere.

Got to admit that looks super cool. Extremely good review as I can see you have a deep knowledge and appreciation of retro triumphs. I'm with you on wanting a 360 deg crank for a more authentic experience and sound.

Absolutely love my 2016 Bonneville T120. Closing in on 25k miles now. It's a joy to ride and I am blessed to live near the hills and canyons of avocado country in San Diego County. Not sure if they are available on the T100, but I can't say enough good things about the heated grips and available cruise control on the T120. It's just so nice to have those. I think it was the second or third time I took my wife out on the T120 that she said "ok, you can NEVER sell this bike."

Nice ride, thank you !

best thing about having one front disc brake is not only the price factor but it makes getting in to clean around the rims much easier much like a shaft drive or single sided swing arm

I love this content. Always look forward to another "Daily Rider". This one was very interesting because Zack is a track oriented mindset. This bike got demerit points for no quick shifter. I am 65 and have never experienced a quick shifter, I am ok with that. I know this is Zack's topic, and l love it, but it would be interesting to have a second opinion on each bike.... Spurge??? He is a little more dirt oriented, different angle opinion. Then average the opinions for the Daily Rider board placement. In a perfect world we would each own at least two bikes. In Canada, the insurance makes that cost prohibited. Thanks for the content Zack.

Zach, Would you mind telling which microphone you use inside your helmet . Every Daily Ride video has such crisp audio, that I never to miss to watch them. 😄😄

Brilliant answer with Jerry West. (You know, this might be the definitive Bonnie 900 review...!)

Had a 2007 Bonneville for 8 years! Loved it and so easy to work on. The only thing I didn't like was the rock hard saddle.

Definitely plan on starting on a trident next year, love that bike but I can definitely see an "upgrade" to a Bonneville one just because they're so damn cool

I ha e a 2013 had 4000. Iles on it when I bought it. I have 48 000 now. Did a 4500 round trip on it nps.went to the dragon twice road the blueridge the second time. I road with retired road racers. They were surprised how far my bike leand over in those turns. 3 gear through the switch backs made it hard for the bigger bikes to pass when a short straight showed its self witch surprised them as well. I changed the pads to ebs witch improved brakes ten fold. I love this bike .

Was just binge watching the Daily rider playlist and then this gets uploaded. Love it. Edit: that bike is Tim Duncan. Modern player but fundamental, not flashy, kinda boring on paper, effective, legendary.

I'm glad you guys covered one of Triumphs classics along with the Z650RS. I've been torn between staying with Kawasaki or getting a Triumph. Both are good looking bikes but between having a Kawasaki dealer in town and already owning a Kawasaki, the Z650RS is so far getting more of my attention lately but I keep coming back to Triumph as far as looks and panache.

Epic review, epic bike!

Couple things as a T100 owner. A HD was never a bike on my radar, I was looking for a Cafe/british bike so I was looking at royal enfields, the Z650RZ and W800. The T100 and bonneville family are just a pleasure to ride but even the T100 will absolutely turn a twisty corner or track in to easy work. The stock brake pads suck, the front disk is more then enough with some EBC HH pads. I have put 4k miles on my T100 sense I bought it in April of this year, I believe it can do just about everything.

Big part of Motorcycle history in the Bonny. Beautiful bike

As an owner of a 2022 T120, This is an amazing riding bike

I pretty much expected the Bonneville to end up in TOP5. If I'm being really honest I expected the Z650 to end up above T100 mostly because of the brakes and transmission. Anyway T100 looks really nice and a very nice bike to own for communiting and trips.

Ilove Triumph motorcycle just bough my first Triumph last summer and its the famous Rocket 3 GT just awesome bike.