Living with the 2017 Triumph Bonneville T120

Living with the 2017 Triumph Bonneville T120 - In Depth Review

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Living with the 2017 Triumph Bonneville T120 - In Depth Review
I've now had the pleasure of riding the Triumph Bonneville T120 for hundreds of miles in all sorts of conditions over a period of time. Here are the practical aspects of what I've learned about living with the Triumph T120....
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@Jose......... 5 жыл бұрын

I've had my T120 a few years now. I've done some 3 day rides I'm 5'11 and 41 years old. I absolutely love this bike.

@Erik-sq8nz Жыл бұрын

im 5’11 and 22 and debating buying one

@GranthamAtHome 5 жыл бұрын

8:24 "It's no problem hauling the weight" My wife would have boxed my ears if I had said that about her on the pillion!!

@mikeybass666 5 жыл бұрын

I've got a 2016 T120 Black. Recently took it to Flanders in Belgium from the UK which was a 280 mile round trip. Luggage-wise I purchased the SW Motech LR2 Tailbag and this had room enough for all my clothes and camping gear. I'm 6' 2" myself so fitted the Motone Bar Risers just to bring the bars a few inches up and back to make it comfier. After these two mods the ride to Belgium was flawless and I didn't have any comfort issues. Love this bike.

@SlimRhyno 4 жыл бұрын

This is one of the best review videos of anything I have ever seen, ever. Very well done, sir, and thank you so much for doing it.

@steveebee5084 5 жыл бұрын

I keep a right angle tyre valve extension in my pocket all the time - really essential and solves the issue of forecourt pumps etc you don't really want a great valve thing on your tyre all the time for obvious balance reasons

@davidaustin6228 5 жыл бұрын

Took a T120 Black out for a demo ride at the weekend. Loved it! Great fun, so smooth with loads of low down torque. Back to the dealer tomorrow to talk figures. Thank-you for your long term review.! :)

@jamesmcguckin6288 4 жыл бұрын

With regards to the noisy front brake, I have found that if you change the pads from sintered to organic the noise disappears. I find that the sintered pads are too harsh on the disc. Better to replace the organic pads more frequently than have to replace the discs. Great review, I know it’s 2 years old and the first time I’ve seen it. I thank you. ✌️

@pistolpete6321 5 жыл бұрын

Purchased my 1st Triumph last week, the T120 Diamond edition! What a wonderful motorcycle! Only drawback is that my garage has room for only 2 motorcycles so traded in the GS which was hard to do but the size of the T120 is a better fit for me. I also liked the fact that only 900 of the Diamond edition were made which makes it a somewhat unique model.

@hisurfer8 5 жыл бұрын

PistolPete63 how is your diamond. I love how it looks 👌🏽

@pistolpete6321 5 жыл бұрын

hisurfer8 so far I love it, plenty of power, looks great, run in service is done so can open it up a bit more. One thing I wish it came with was cruise control but I will get that added in a few months.

@pistolpete6321 4 жыл бұрын

Bubz of Steel clearly you have zero taste in motorcycles!

@DRChevalier 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks as always. Went back to this as I am thinking about a third ride and the idea of a Bonny is becoming more appealing.

@harveymushman2219 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review....Nice garage by the way...Last Triumph I had was a 77 Bonnie here in the USA....love the sound of that bike even more so when the mufflers were worn out...

@mattveal1930 7 жыл бұрын

So good when you say 'god I love motorcycles' made me smile. I say that every time I'm on my bike. Just like to say thanks for your reviews, I just bought a T100 partly down to your long term review. Thanks

@TheMissendenFlyer 7 жыл бұрын

Brilliant - thanks Matt!

@davidhamilton506 6 жыл бұрын

My compliments and thanks to you, for a great and fully informative review. All going well, this T120 will take pride of place in my garage next year...

@spetersonmusic 7 жыл бұрын

Man, that bike in that color.... mmm mmm good! Great review, that's just a looker!!

@TheMissendenFlyer 7 жыл бұрын

I agree Scott, it rides as well as it looks too - lovely machine this one...

@ykdasmanikpuri4225 5 жыл бұрын

Old jav

@FloPayer 6 жыл бұрын

Such a nice bike, i bought mine in 2016 and i am gonna do a long term review soon. Still love it so much and never regret the decision of getting my bonneville.

@darrenwalsh6965 6 жыл бұрын

Excellent review as always TMF. Thanks for your honest and straight forward opinions on all things relating to motorcycles - it really helps us prospective buyers when making decisions prior to purchasing.

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you Darren....

@Mastercammatt 6 жыл бұрын

Snowy afternoon in Toronto, so a great time to catch up on your videos. I have a 2003 Triumph Bonneville and I am looking at getting one of the new Bonneville's, so enjoyed the two videos on T100 and T120. Thanks for your help in my decision making, cheers.

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 жыл бұрын

You're welcome and I hope the snow stops soon - I love Toronto, especially the view down at the airport from the CN tower :0)

@steff2331 3 жыл бұрын

I've seen hundreds of Reviews on the t120 now, but this one is by far the best! The only One talking about drivin in town and how it parks, great! If I only have found this one first, it would have saved me hours. Really informative, everything you need to know! Love it!

@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks!

@MisterSpermCell 4 жыл бұрын

Greetings from Florida. Picked up a T120 about 2 months ago - what a fantastic bike. To me just the right combination of power and rideability. (Still might have to add a Speed Twin to the stable though!) I really enjoy your videos - keep up the good work!

@alexandersta9023 3 жыл бұрын

The best review of the T120 I’ve ever seen. Very useful and reassuring because I ordered one recently. Thanks. Best, Alex

@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations!

@pradnish 6 жыл бұрын

What a thorough, detailed review! Great seeing your videos as always.

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you...I aim to please!

@jeffallinson8089 4 жыл бұрын

What a stunner, A modern bike with all of the Bonneville's charm and character and none of the old 60's bikes drawbacks.

@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын

Agreed!

@marcdeangelis2516 5 жыл бұрын

I love Triumphs . All their bikes are well made and beautiful .

@richardreed2688 5 жыл бұрын

I'm 6'2" and have no issues on long rides. Usually on bikes like these or similar, even on some sport bikes, I look to mount a forward foot rest like I did on my T100. On this bike, no. I agree it is a joy to stand on the pegs, so maybe that's it. Also, moving he bike and getting it on the centerstand is nota prblem and actually is one of the best bikes I have owned in this regard. I think it is a matter of what you have owned in the past, and what you are used to. Most of my riding was on a Kawasaki Concours, and THAT is a real bear to move around in the parking lot, especially with a full tank of gas (petrol). Otherwise, this review is spot on. Good on yer, mate.

@majorbrighton 5 жыл бұрын

You and I are so much alike! Yes it was a joy listening to your views as I sit here in Sweden with an opportunity to buy this model. I do have a gravel driveway, yet also plenty of twisty country roads! I’m not young anymore and was worried about the comfort level, yet I guess a test drive is in order. Big thx for the degree of detail and no it wasn’t waisted on me. If you ever want to visit Sweden you are welcome to stay here.

@majorbrighton 5 жыл бұрын

Yes, I ended up buying the T120 at my local dealer a 2017 version and everything you said was true. The sound is amazing, yet I could only ride it late last night and came back with half the mosquitoes in Sweden on my visor ha ha

@davidmaccormack7067 4 жыл бұрын

Nice offer Stephan,l got same from Finland..love your Skandi hospitality 🍔 Pepperdog181@gmail.com 🐶

@klethrelon2484 7 жыл бұрын

I really need to buy one of this bike ASAP, I absolutely love it! Nice video, great review of the bike, you confirmed my choice to buy one :)

@TheMissendenFlyer 7 жыл бұрын

+Kleth Klein You'll love it Kleth...

@BilgemasterBill 6 жыл бұрын

Always a pleasure to watch your stuff. Thanks!

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for saying so!

@jayglen3071 6 жыл бұрын

Very informative review! I purchased a new 2017 T120 four weeks ago. I bought the T 120 black/graphite. Love the bike so far. This is my second motorcycle after having sold my first in 1974! Still as much fun as I remember. I just completed the rider's safety program, which really helped gain some confidence and riding skills! Love all of your videos!!

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 жыл бұрын

Nice one Jay - great bikes aren't they.....take it easy, once a biker always a biker eh?

@michaeldockerty1790 5 жыл бұрын

Great review covered most things I could think of

@iainian 6 жыл бұрын

TMF. Thanks to your fantastic reviews on the Triumph Bonneville range (2016) I've now bought the T120. Kudos to you sir!

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 жыл бұрын

Lovely bike - congratulations and enjoy!

@Lady-and-the-duke 4 жыл бұрын

Brill review, making me want to top up my garage with yet another motorcycle 😬🏍 always loved the bonneville

@shanehodge5180 5 жыл бұрын

Really like your reviews mate well done

@davidaubuchon7309 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent review. Thank you for sharing this.

@tomthomas4666 2 жыл бұрын

I owned a 1962 &1964 Bonneville and a 1967 TT Special factory racer. This bike is so similar in appearance it is great I loved the looks of the older bikes mine were all 650 CC engine bikes 40 cubic inches. This video makes me want a new Bonneville but I'm crippled up and to old but still love the Triumphs. Ride safe everyone. 😊😊😊😊😊

@TheMissendenFlyer 2 жыл бұрын

Very cool Tom - sorry to hear you've had to stop riding....

@Speedytrip 5 жыл бұрын

Great review as always! I get nervous every time I see someone move a bike from the kickstand side hehe If it starts leaning to the other side, there's no way back :)

@lauriebloggs8391 5 жыл бұрын

What really useful reviews.....I've watched and re watched this several times to learn about the T120 as I thinking of one having sadly lost my Guzzi Norge. Thank you so much for your time and effort. Real world information.

@TheMissendenFlyer 5 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Laurie....

@lauriebloggs8391 5 жыл бұрын

Just bought a very nearly new one...……...and it is EXACTLY as per your review...…...@@TheMissendenFlyer

@JoeWood73 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for making this review. Answered a lot of my questions.

@TheMissendenFlyer 5 жыл бұрын

Glad to help!

@JoeyMonk 5 жыл бұрын

Great review, thanks!

@carlton683 7 жыл бұрын

Really great presentation loved the review on the triumph many thanks tony

@TheMissendenFlyer 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you Tony, appreciated!

@noeldesouza5511 5 жыл бұрын

Brilliant review, very detailed and systematic, thank you.

@TheMissendenFlyer 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@scaffolder12345 5 жыл бұрын

HI Mark another great review on the Triumph T120 ,i want them all but it,s called money . Keep up these outstanding excellent reviews cheers.

@peterabec6114 4 жыл бұрын

Great review! I have the same bike (same color as well) and agree with your detailed observations.

@christeospir7031 6 жыл бұрын

Well done: super informative and no fluff or side. Thank you!

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@Ronbassettphd 5 жыл бұрын

This video is exactly what I want when it comes to reviewing a motorcycle! Excellent and I thank you

@TheMissendenFlyer 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Ron, I aim to please!

@bobburro3642 4 жыл бұрын

Very thorough review, thanks from Canada.

@BulldogGaz 7 жыл бұрын

once again a great review thanks for this RSMF

@TheMissendenFlyer 7 жыл бұрын

You're welcome...great bike!

@ericronan9984 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent and honest review pal. I have the T100 and I’m thinking of getting the T120. You’ve given me food for thought. Thanks

@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын

No problem 👍

@blommotoren7341 3 жыл бұрын

Super cool review Glad you like it !!

@nspinicelli 5 жыл бұрын

FANTASTIC information here, thank you! Subscribed. I'm looking at picking up a T120 (perhaps Diamond or Ace edition) this month.

@TheMissendenFlyer 5 жыл бұрын

Welcome along Nspinicelli - thanks for the sub! ...and yes, lovely machine...

@Lar308 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review. Two months into ownership of mine now and I agree with almost all you said. I also have the jerky throttle in 1st and 2nd but it was made a bit softer by adjusting the chain to the correct tolerance and the dealer also noticed some free play in the clutch which they adjusted. The dealer informs that the jerkiness is as a result of having to finely tune the bikes to pass emissions but that as the mileage increases that abruptness becomes less noticeable. On the maintenance its also a bit of a chore to adjust the chain tension as to do it properly both exhausts have to come off. You can't get at the rear wheel tightening nut with a torque wrench to re tighten it if the exhaust is in place and it also makes moving the adjusters very difficult.

@TheMissendenFlyer 7 жыл бұрын

Good one Mark - I never had to adjust the chain so never came across that one - glad we are in agreeance on the other points...thanks for watching - TMF

@kevinsmith2349 3 жыл бұрын

Great review.. Love my Bonneville. On my 2022 T120, I believe the throttle issue has been fixed. I have no brake squeal with hard stops - so maybe that has been addressed as well. I do notice that over 4K RPM, there is quite a bit more vibration. I am not sure if this is normal for a big twin or not. did you notice that ? I’ve asked the question to their service department about it, so I’ll see how they respond when I get the bike back from the 500 mile service. My bike did not come with heated grips - I don’t think it is a standard feature on US models (at least in California ). Also there is no daytime running light switch (again maybe a US thing). the bike has a low beam headlight which is on all the time and a high beam switch. The low beam is completely inadequate as a running light, so I run with the high beams on during the day.

@Joe-ti6jx 6 жыл бұрын

I hear you on the tucked legs position, leading to cramping after a while. Had the same problem on a Honda NC700X. Forward pegs installed, solved it.

@bobvisse30 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic review - Thanks!

@balazsszalai9960 3 жыл бұрын

Was browsing for bikes today and fist time i threw a leg over these babies. I m in love. Prob my next bike. It s a beauty. So having said that, this is the best comprehensive review i ve found on youtube. Kudos @TheMissendenFlyer. U got my like.

@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you - glad you liked it!

@robertfeast7691 4 жыл бұрын

Really great review. Great to see Old Amersham again. We lived in Tring and Hazlemere before moving to Ireland. I had the T100 and loved it but always felt it needed a bit more power. I recently rode the T120 and absolutely loved it. The extra torque made a huge difference with a pillion. I only used top gear once on the two hour test. The clutch is absolutely the lightest I've used. An awesome bike.

@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын

Agreed! Thanks for watching.....

@grahamtricker4103 7 жыл бұрын

Great review. Really enjoyed watching it.

@TheMissendenFlyer 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you Graham - I enjoyed making it!

@Jer0867 5 жыл бұрын

Love your reviews...very comprehensive (you cover pretty much everything that 99% of riders need to know, without any nonsense or "filler"), and genuinely real-world useful. Plus, your presenting style and manner are very professional! Have you considered a move to TV presenting, in some field? Not joking!

@TheMissendenFlyer 5 жыл бұрын

Hehe, no I've not considered that particularly, sounds too much like getting a job to me and I'm happily done with the rat race! Thanks for the kind comments.....

@k.sjones9139 3 жыл бұрын

My next bike. Keep up the good work TMF.

@keithchelini5776 3 жыл бұрын

Great info. Thank you Sir!

@detectoruser 2 жыл бұрын

Great review and from the heart as well! I bought a 2021 T120 3 months ago as I was moving back to Norwich and have at present also got an immaculate restored 1973 T140V that I WAS intending to sell, but now undecided .. I have only recently had the chance to get out on the T120 and it does ride like a dream, though the T140v is a bit better through corners and town. But most likely due to brain still not switched over to the new machine, different weight and handling characteristics. I am a 100% Triumph fan, Tiger Cub to start with all those years ago and I am so very surprised and delighted that the original Turner design has been blended into this new machine. I can simply sit with a cuppa and admire the bike on the driveway. I know that what I see is often cosmetic, designed to look like carbs, gearbox etc. But I will get over that I am sure. Not a spring chicken anymore, bionic right knee and so electric start, low down weight & height, easy to operate controls and plenty of torque from the lights is GOOD to have. I am preparing for the Advanced Rider test and so I need to abandon the T140V for a while and focus on becoming "as one" with the T120. Mine does not have a centre stand, something I have always had and I will look at getting one fitted. Rear luggage rack needs considering, bought a Boss heavy chain and lock, but where to carry it? I will decide if a screen is needed later on. Brilliant review, thanks, Liam

@MrEddieo1 3 жыл бұрын

Very best review I have seen. Had my R 120 for less than 2 months. Traded in a 2015. Just more of everything.

@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers Ed!

@VikingBagsYT 3 жыл бұрын

Great video review! We here at VikingBags are huge fan of your content! Keep up the good work!

@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Will do!

@flyingmulerider7166 3 жыл бұрын

Really good review- I do love the Bonneville T120 but just bought a new Scrambler 1200 XE last week. The off road capability was critical living in Montana. I take delivery of the new Scrambler in about 3 weeks. Thanks

@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын

Exciting times waiting for a new bike! Congratulations!

@roberthambly9926 3 жыл бұрын

Another great review. Thank's

@rhugh02 5 жыл бұрын

Very nice review... WANT ONE! Regards from California.

@nspinicelli 4 жыл бұрын

Hey TMF :) I've had my bike since March. As far as the brakes, I was disappointed on performance. Then after 5 months of ownership I took it out on a very spirited ride through mountain roads and they really "broke in." Happy with the brakes now but I had to ride it pretty hard for that to happen. Such a great balance of everything a motorcycle should be. Especially after a catalytic converter deletion :)

@davidhamilton506 6 жыл бұрын

At 6:55, who can possibly argue that this is not one awesome looking machine. What better compliment is there, with Triumph reintroducing the iconic looks of the Bonneville, for us to relive again today, what we experienced way back then, but with the added bonus of improved safety features, together with modern day electronics...

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 жыл бұрын

Agreed!

@ratmanbug 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this review, I'm looking to get rid of my (heavy) Thunderbird LT and may go for the T120. Just what colour scheme....or the Black......?

@ajohnson534 6 жыл бұрын

Your videos are great!

@Sebastian-pb9hm 6 жыл бұрын

I've got a date with a 2018 T120 on Tuesday - two hour test drive, woo!

@williamrose2506 2 жыл бұрын

I have a 2017 Bonny. After riding Harley's and Victory's for a decade, I settled down to the Triumph. It's so smooth and easy to ride you forget you're on a full-size motorcycle. Really pleased with it and going to add a new Speedmaster to my garage in the near future.

@TheMissendenFlyer 2 жыл бұрын

Good call!

@thomaswhite160 2 жыл бұрын

I bought a speed twin 2 years ago. I absolutely love triumph. I road Harley for more than 10 years. Harley’s are great bikes, but the bonneville is the ideal motorcycle IMO. I plan to get another triumph this summer. The T120 is at the top of the list.

@toradog5719 2 жыл бұрын

@@thomaswhite160 Went one step farther and bought a 2015 Thunderbird Night Storm 1700. Heaven!!

@steves7359 6 жыл бұрын

Excellent review, genuinely useful and balanced.

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you Steve, I try my best!

@davidgreve1081 5 жыл бұрын

Thank You for a great review of this T120. I like how it looks , and from what I can tell, it gets the job done well. I like a bike that you can ride 2 up on, and theres plenty of power to compensate for the heavier weight. Thanks again for the good review.

@TheMissendenFlyer 5 жыл бұрын

Glad you found it of interest David!

@tigerbalm666 5 жыл бұрын

How do you ride at 70 mph with no windshield? Can I install training wheels for beginners? Either you need ceramic brake pads or the pads are vibrating to make that noise (put som brake lube on the back of pads).

@dydrakinatticus 6 жыл бұрын

Very nice video, I quite enjoyed it, very informative. I hope you'll review the new 2018 Speedster when it arrives. Looking forward to watching that one particularly.

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 жыл бұрын

+Chad Zilla Glad you quite enjoyed it and yes, the speedmaster is on my list but it will be some months before I can get my hands on it (it hasn’t actually been launched yet!)...

@nebulabob 6 жыл бұрын

Great review, lots of real world information.

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you...

@guruprakash1278 5 жыл бұрын

Very Enlightening!

@tsmgguy 7 жыл бұрын

On the T120, range and fuel level start to update after fueling when the clutch lever is first actuated, FWIW. To get rid of the brake squeal, I replaced my T120's stock front rotors with a pair of the floating rotors from the new T100. No further noise.

@TheMissendenFlyer 7 жыл бұрын

Ahh, interesting, I'll check that out next time I'm on a Triumph.....cheers....TMF

@TheBli7krieg 6 жыл бұрын

Very nice review. Thanks!

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 жыл бұрын

You're welcome....

@directorstu 2 жыл бұрын

Really helpful review.

@ruebenskedgwell9627 3 жыл бұрын

Best review ever thank you well done mate

@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated!

@josemarciosa 5 жыл бұрын

Hello Friend! I wonder if your Bonneville has a problem of low rpm hesitation... around 3,000 RPM? Thanks for video!

@markfeinberg684 3 жыл бұрын

Very excellent review and hugely useful to me as I decided between a 2017 T120 and a 2021 T100! Of course there's quite a difference in price and I'm must lean towards the T120 but if I get it and not the other -regardless of price- you will have been a deciding factor. Thank you very much!!

@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@marcr660907 7 жыл бұрын

These Bonneville's are great fun to own, I use mine as an occasional bike. I also get the hip cramps from time to time.

@TheMissendenFlyer 7 жыл бұрын

Glad it's not just me - I can forgive the bike that though, it is a lovely thing to ride....

@Soldier13Fox1 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome, awesome review.

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@killingtime8612 3 жыл бұрын

I have fallen in love with this bike 🥰

@two_wheeled_guide 4 жыл бұрын

The bike for the perfect ride! I would really love to ride my bike in the British countryside one day...

@wangofree 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent review. "...a pig's ear...". Love it! ; -)

@zitadoldham4636 5 жыл бұрын

Hi there TMF, I viewed your triumph videos, some of them several times prior to deciding last November to buy my 2017 T120. I agree with everything you say about this bike. My T120 is identical to your test machine and shares all the same Good and not so good points. I bought the bike as used with only 3.250 Km on the clock. It has now covered 9.200Km. I was attracted to this model after a long day's outing on a friends T100 which opened my mind once again to owning a Triumph. This T120 has a very similar appearance to the new 1969 T120 Bonneville I had as a 21 year old. It was love at first sight. It is a great bike for an old codger re-living my past. It's got that Classic look but with all the modern amenities and oodles of power. In addition to your comments, I feel the rear shocks should have been of better quality with adjustable damping. My only other criticism NO BLOODY TOOL-KIT. From buying the bike (in the South Island) I had touring ride home of over 2000Km and had to go to a garage to have the chain adjusted, the mechanic wondered why I hadn't done it myself. Otherwise a GREAT BIKE. And I love it.... Down-under Rider NZ. Thanks for a great review.

@TheMissendenFlyer 5 жыл бұрын

Cheers Brian - glad we concur!

@wltrlg 2 жыл бұрын

The T120, in my option as owner, has the impractical downside of tubed tires in combination with a hard to reach backend due to both dempers. If you take that one on a long trip, bear in mind to arrange road assistance since fixing a flat or doing chain maintenance is quite difficult

@BobC777 7 жыл бұрын

TMF - another quality review. I like the cleaned up "intro" as well.

@TheMissendenFlyer 7 жыл бұрын

Good stuff - cheers Bob....

@mohammadzain8628 6 жыл бұрын

triumph bonneville T120 2017 cool motorcycle

@Jedz123 4 жыл бұрын

Hey TMF!!! Great video! 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 enjoying the content as I'm snow locked here in New England USA. 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... It's been a 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, -Jedz

@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын

Hope the snow clears soon Jedz!

@Jedz123 4 жыл бұрын

@@TheMissendenFlyer it's a bit depressing... I have my cross country (USA) trip planned with my T120 this coming year. Planning and binding time... It's going to be fun living off the T120 for a month! Think Spring! Cheers!

@richardreed2688 5 жыл бұрын

My only complaint so far is the wire spoke wheels (i.e. requires tubes). The tires are designed as tubeless and the rims have the tubeless tire retention rim. Between the thick tubeless tire walls and the rim's retention rim, it is damn near impossible to break the bead with normal hand tools out on tour. I purchased the Outex kit to seal the spokes, and after 1000 miles, so far so good. Real tubeless, and ability to fix flats with a plug and a 12 volt mini air pump. Touring is great. Around town is great. Love the bike.

@richardreed2688 Жыл бұрын

Agreed. I got stranded in Montana, USA because of this.

@bhoogewerf2823 2 жыл бұрын

Good honest review.

@sirrideabit651 7 жыл бұрын

Excellent review sir thorough as always, the T120 would be a nice addition in the garage thats for sure. Makes me wonder sometimes what I would be up to in old Blighty if my parents hadn't moved to Australia when I was a toddler.

@TheMissendenFlyer 7 жыл бұрын

Your wardrobe would have a bigger range of sweaters and water proofs is my guess.....

@PrabhatXLR8 6 жыл бұрын

Best review I have come across

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you Prabhat - very kind of you to say so!

@vinjofin1972 4 жыл бұрын

Nice review of a beautifull bike. Thnx!

@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@davidrichards6718 6 жыл бұрын

I get the same hip cramp, I thought it was just me, that's the reason my T100 is for sale. Bought a harley fatbob, I rode 10 hours home from where I bought it, no problem. Not going to ride a bike with standard footpegs again.

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 жыл бұрын

Fair enough!

@shelbyfowler8946 5 жыл бұрын

I like pegs mounted under my knees seem to have more control turning the bike. Into side roads . To each his own.love that Triumph

@geoffhalsey2184 6 жыл бұрын

It's amazing that Triumph managed to mimic the original appearance of the late 1960's T120 so well, with a water-cooled engine. I think they must have had Edward Turner's ghost looking over their shoulder when it was on the drawing board. If I had the money this bike or the T100 would definitely be in my garage, though my heart says Thruxton R the rest of my ageing body wouldn't thank me for returning to the rear-sets and clip-ons riding position. I did sit on one when a fellow biker crossed the channel on the Euro Tunnel in the same carriage. I thought it was surprisingly small and light but that's probably because of the 710 lb weight of my ST1100 that I'm riding now. As ever, many thanks for a great review.

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and for stopping by as ever Geoff. All the best - TMF

@frankpellegrino7448 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve probably watched this video a dozen times as well as the ones from Stuart Fillingham and Dick Whistle and I must tell you that as a result I have just purchased a 2020 T120. In the States we don’t have the issue with the daytime running light/dip light because we don’t get the daytime running light. It’s either low beam or high beam. It’s not my primary ride but for short trips I do enjoy it more than my Goldwing. Thanks for your honest reviews, much appreciated.

@davidhamilton506 4 жыл бұрын

I find that strange that you don't get the DRL in the headlight on the T120. The T100 does not have it, but would be an option if one wanted it. Is there some road rule there that forbids DRLs on motorcycles? .When you say it's either low beam or high, I guess you mean you pick either beam to have on during daylight hours...

@frankpellegrino7448 4 жыл бұрын

David Hamilton motorcycles in the US are required to have lights on at all times and they come on with the ignition, there is no way to turn them off. Low beam is the default.

@davidhamilton506 4 жыл бұрын

@@frankpellegrino7448 That's what I've heard, but here in Australia, as in other countries, DRLs are common place today on motorcycles, as they are on all other vehicles. On a straight stretch of highway measuring more than a kilometer, I have seen an older model motorcycle using small after market DRLs quite visibly in broad daylight.That's why I don't understand why the US does not accept such a highly visible DRL as the Triumph's T120 factory fitted unit. I've also noticed your older model cars and motorcycles use red at the rear turn signals. Cars use the stop light filament in the taillights, and at the front both amber light lit, to become the turn signal for left or right when required. I have to say that was also the case in Australia, but was discontinued here in 1959 when amber became the norm for the rear, with the white (parking light/turn signal double filament bulb), at the front changing to amber soon thereafter. Appreciate your explanation there Frank. Ride safe...