Triumph Speed Twin Review 2019

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5 жыл бұрын

Review of the Triumph Speed Twin 2019
Awesome awesome bike! The Speed Twin joins Triumphs classics range and it is brilliant. It took me a little while to get used to the Speed Twin as I didn’t feel intune with it. I initially thought this was down to the torque and gear ratios however I think it might have been due to the dampened throttle response when in rain mode. In sport mode the Speed Twin felt brilliant.
Test ride goes through real world riding in the UK with some duel carriageway, town riding and country roads. The Speed Twin excels in all apart from a slight loss of comfort at motorway speeds due to no wind protection. This isn’t as pronounced as the Triumph Scrambler 1200XE however would be something to consider if you are planning on long motorway stretches.
Option extras I would say are a must have would be the heated grips. I would personally also look for an adjustment to the kick stand as it is a little tricky to find - I thought it had fallen off initially as I spent 30 seconds trying to find it :D
If you are interested in the Triumph Speed Twin and in the Kent area, please pop in and see the guys at Lagunas in Maidstone who have been very kind in lending me the bike for the review - www.laguna.co.uk/
Thanks for watching!
#TriumphSpeedTwin #SpeedTwin #TommyBarnezTV

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@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

Triumph Scrambler from last week - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mLR2ZK2att7QYmg.html

@chriswalter745 5 жыл бұрын

Nice video, I love it when you start it up and I hear the bike purring, really does make me think about getting a bike again, keep the videos coming!

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I had to use mic on phone for this one as transferred my other mic to helmet. Have a new mic turning up from Amazon today which will capture the tone better during the walk around...

@tomheringer2047 4 жыл бұрын

Your lane splitting with those bar end mirrors had me on the edge of my seat.

@PaulrB1968 2 ай бұрын

Nice review, looking to get one of these now so really useful insight

@triumphlover7455 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your vid bud! Jonesing to get my '12 Bonnie out of Canadian hibernation once I check the clearance on my valves.The Speed Twin has me in her the "upgrade" clutches these days, damn it!

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

Weather hopefully picking up soon... just checked the Canadian forecast and apparently some snow this week, what a bummer, I feel your pain

@corvair140 5 жыл бұрын

Ordered one yesterday. amazing machine. Traded my T120 in. Ordered it with genuine heated grips to be fitted at pre-delivery inspection.

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

Nice! I'm jealous as I keep thinking about it since my ride, proper lovely engine and a real treat to ride around. Nice one on the heated grips :)

@richardedwards9805 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant review mate - really enjoyed it. Maidstone is my local dealership and the guys there are very helpful. I must say, it is a little surreal seeing a review of the bike I plan to buy, picked up from the dealers I’ll be buying it from and then being ridden round my local area (past my house at one point!). You’ve got a great channel and looking forward to seeing more reviews in the future!

@TommyBarnezTV 3 жыл бұрын

Ah thanks! Yeah I really like the guys in Laguna and they've helped me so much with bikes for reviewing. This was the second one I took out too and remember it fondly even though I was a bit nervous on it 😂 channel has been a bit quiet the last 12 months with covid and work commitments but should be getting going with it again soon. I've got some fun stuff planned

@user-ub5nz1ne8o 5 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed this vid, sport mode looks like a lot of fun

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

It is! 😂

@DavidJones-mi5hp 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Tommy, Great informative review mate. Keep em coming :-)

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

Cheers buddy

@FuelwithDave 3 жыл бұрын

Good review, it's one I'm thinking of getting for my next bike 😎

@tjdier1650 5 жыл бұрын

Great video! Looks like I need to book myself a Speed Twin test ride.

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Enjoy!

@andyhutch8262 3 жыл бұрын

How can anyone give it thumbs down, excellent road test, (tho filtering had me on edge of my seat!) I run a Hinckley Triumph twin, a 13 reg, very informative ride.

@TommyBarnezTV 3 жыл бұрын

Ah thanks! Very kind of you to say. This was a very early review of mine so glad it was enjoyable!

@shaxmarax6716 5 жыл бұрын

Finding your reviews really helpful. Like the look of this although I am not a fan of this type of seat but could have my arm twisted - this model too big for me as well looking for a smaller cc... just so many choices lol

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

Seat was very comfy... once you have your license its worth checking out different styles :D

@nealebradford6417 5 жыл бұрын

good blog, keep em coming.

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@darrenrichards4840 4 жыл бұрын

Great review, had to put a comment here as just watched the video and had a big smile on my face at you chuckling on the back of the performance of this machine. Know exactly what you went through as I borrowed one from guy in work for a 10min ride (which was more 30mins) and the pull through all the gears is fantastic. Ive been on sport bikes since 90s and can't give my ZX10R up just yet, but if I had the money for a 2019 Speed Twin I'd be down the shop with deposit today, it's that good. I'm 50 next month and dropping hints, my Mrs fed up of hearing about Speed Twin already. Great vid, which sums up the bike nicely.

@TommyBarnezTV 4 жыл бұрын

Haha thanks! 50th is a significant birthday! I think it's a justified birthday present!

@richardpearson4248 4 жыл бұрын

Great video fantastic bike 🇬🇧👍

@TommyBarnezTV 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@huntersmurff1654 5 жыл бұрын

Great video ,yet to test her

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

I warn you, it's the sort of bike you could order on impulse after taking it out 😂

@ewooll 5 жыл бұрын

You made the point about the massive torque and not knowing what gear it was in. I had the same experience riding my mate's GSXS1000f. I found it boring because every gear is the same, 1st or 5th, 3rd or 6th, 4th and 5th. They all felt the same even at very low speed. The other thing that is often mentioned is useable power and where you can safely use it. I like my SV650 because less can be more [enjoyable].

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah can definitely see the argument for being able to thrash a 650 more, though having ridden quite a few different bikes now the 'high torque in every gear bike' does have a good place in the market. You have buckets of power instantly available which just feels good when crusing around on a sunny day. The engine on the speed twin is sublime too, worth having a test ride. Thruxton R and bobber black also wonderful bikes to ride, same engine, just slightly different tuning I think

@LaughMuBai 3 жыл бұрын

Another great review thanks - Speed Twin or Thruxton R/S or both 😁...

@markponsford4377 4 жыл бұрын

Nice to hear an honest (no bull) review. I think half the problem with the torque is (as you say) lack of experience and hesitation on your part. Looking at the revs you were running at, it was a bit higher than needed whilst cruising about. Don't know what else you've owned, but a 650 V-Strom is a bit underwhelming in comparison. Don't get hung up about what gear you're in, just go with the feel & engine response and select gears as necessary. All the best.

@TommyBarnezTV 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I rememeber doing this review and I was proper nervous 😂 I still get nervous on some bikes but more experienced now which helps. Loved the bike, hopefully will have a go on on again at some point. I've got my video of the new rocket to edit, that was awesome! Very easy to ride and surprisingly not intimidating at all

@percusski 3 жыл бұрын

Nice vid.. looked like fun

@trevorphillips3055 5 жыл бұрын

Great bit of kit, I test rode 5 days ago and still thinking about it. The ride is smooth, it handles and goes extremely well. I think this will be a worthy replacement for my street triple r it's that good. Think I'll be waiting a year or so for a used one.

@S1000xrhp 5 жыл бұрын

I hear Triumph are working on a fix for the on/off throttle response, just to smooth out the transition. I felt this on my test ride and assumed it's a twin thing and I'd get used to it. It's a lovely bike and great for pootling around but in my view the street/speed triples match the speed twin and give more sport. I know I'd miss my speed triple too much if I were to trade. Be a great second bike.

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

@@S1000xrhp what mode were you riding in? Dealer told me road mode was very on/off with the throttle which is why I didn't use. My understanding is rain mode is maybe dampened response.

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

Nice, haven't tried the street triple but keen to have a go on one at some point to compare.

@S1000xrhp 5 жыл бұрын

@@TommyBarnezTV Hi Tommy, it was in road mode but I didn't fiddle about with it. Guess you're right that rain mode would provide a smoother transition. I've read comments on other reviews of the bike (as I love the look of the twin - they've designed a really well proportioned bike) that suggests Triumph are aware and working on a fix. I'd just got off a speed triple rs and so I'd had my performance thrill but wish now I'd tried sport on the twin. I'll have to give it a try when they hit the second hand market 👍

@trevorphillips3055 5 жыл бұрын

@@S1000xrhp Don't get me wrong I'm sure my 2014 street triple r out performs the speed twin no question. But for me the speed twin provides enough performance and is enough fun to satisfy. If I was to get one it would be a second bike as I own another. I'd also be interested in fitting a decat pipe and possibly a performance cam just to remove some of the euro nonsense, some interesting vids on that on tec bike parts.

@RichRides 5 жыл бұрын

Funnily enough I'm reviewing one of these for my channel tomorrow and I also ride a Vstrom 650. It also takes me a while to adapt when I get on this style of bike!

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

Nice! For me the rain mode just didnt feel right, the feedback and response with sport mode solved all those problems. The Strom is a great workhorse, however I'd love the speed twin one day for weekends :)

@RichRides 5 жыл бұрын

@@TommyBarnezTV Yes I love my Vstrom for it's ability to do everything. I do really enjoy these retro naked bikes though for the pure fun factor :)

@RichRides 5 жыл бұрын

@@TommyBarnezTV I thought you may now want to see what I thought of it too :) kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ncx4lqekr6-9g4U.html

@tomostinato2918 5 жыл бұрын

Good review.

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@jimcook3448 5 жыл бұрын

Can't beat the mayhem of trying to filter through Maidstone

@karlosh9286 5 жыл бұрын

I passed my DAS as a middle aged newbie biker just over a month ago. I always had my heart set on a Triumph, and I was planning to buy the Street Twin. However on my test ride day I rode both this and the Street Twin. They both blew me away after coming off a gutless 125. On a second test ride of the Street Twin, I was starting to get used to its power. I don't think I ever got used to the power on the Speed Twin. It was breathtaking. I've never had to hang on to the handlebars before ! In fact I think my trousers may have gone brown and smelly whilst riding the Speed Twin. I have never before ridden or driven a car with so much acceleration. It was mind bending. The only thing I'd change on the Speed Twin are the black exhausts. Not so much for the sound, I just think the all stainless look is better. I want the Speed Twin now ...

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

You'll get used to the power reasonably quickly I'd say. Just take it easy to start off. The bike will only go as fast as you want it to. Also worthwhile doing advanced training like the Institute of advanced motorists. I'm going through it at the moment and it definitely improves things

@karlosh9286 5 жыл бұрын

@@TommyBarnezTV Thanks, I'll take it easy :) I am thinking of some more advanced rider training .

@karlosh9286 5 жыл бұрын

@@TommyBarnezTV I've had one of these now for just over a month. It is frighteningly quick. I would recommend rain mode for anyone coming off a 125. Sport mode just makes the throttle a lot more sensitive. It is a lot of fun. The other day, at it's first service, I got a test ride of a Street Triple RS. I guess I'm biased, I still do prefer my Speed Twin (classic looks mainly). I've got used to the way the Speed Twin pulls at lower engine revs, which is different to the Street Triple, where as you observed it's power kicks in at 7000rpm plus. If and when I can afford one I'd like a Street Triple too, since it is quite different to the Speed Twin. They complement one another well. I wouldn't want another retro twin. That would be too much the same. I realise the Street Triple RS is probably a bit faster if ridden my a skilled rider. They've both got more power than I currently know what to do with, and both easily get to silly speeds. I guess I can see, as you observed, if you've come off an engine that delivers it's power in a higher rev band, it is a bit weird to have it delivered at much lower revs. You do get used to it, it is quite addictive !

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

@@karlosh9286 awesome! I recognised your name in the comments on the CBR650R but couldn't remember what you had said last time. Nice one going for the speed twin! It was my favourite bike for a long time over ones I had tested, including the street triple rs. Great riding position, epic torque, a lovely bike to take out on sunny days in the countryside! Triumph really have nailed the classic bike range I think. Speed twin, truxton r and bobber black are all seriously wonderfully bikes. The bobber black won for me, but solid arguments for all. Well done on first month and first service milestone. Remember to check out the institute of advanced motorists, it's a huge help and really does put you in a good position moving forward.

@karlosh9286 5 жыл бұрын

@@TommyBarnezTV thanks :)

@charliestuart3657 5 жыл бұрын

Great review Tommy, thanks and subscribed. I can't believe how easy it is to filter in the UK, compared to here in Australia. It's perfectly legal here in most states as far as I know but that doesn't stop any random tin can from taking offence to a rider safely filtering. To see the bus and the old Merc at 12.40 both give you space was interesting. Here in Queensland traffic could be at a crawl on the M1 in 45 plus degrees (110+F) and those air conditioned tin cans will close a gap just to have a rider suffer in the heat in their protective gear (why?). Funny thing though, if it's raining the tin cans will give way, make room and generally be better humans. This is my experience anyway. Would be good to see what's under the seat, any room for wet gear, wallet etc? If they make an R version with maybe the Scrambler XE's clocks and the Thruxton's pretty gold springs I'll trade an arm in tomorrow. Maybe a comparo between this an the R9T?

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

Cheers mate, yeah filtering is pretty good here. I also find cars are very used to bikes filtering and will move out of the way once they see you're there. I'm pretty sure the merc didnt realise he was closing a gap at the time and once he heard the bike he moved over, same as the bus. I left that part in as shows how cars respond to the exhaust note. I'd say in general it's only maybe 1% of car drivers here that are the annoying gap closer types. Once cars see you they're generally pretty good. Sorry no idea about space under seat as didnt look. I dont have a relationship with BMW for borrowing bikes for reviews at the moment but if that changes I'll check out the r9t. Guessing it'll be a while though as have quite a lot of others already lined up. Thanks for comment and safe riding!

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

@@Pigdowndog ah mate that's a bit crap! All ok with you?

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

@@Pigdowndog cheers mate, glad it wasnt worse

@peterford9369 3 жыл бұрын

Man I'll tell you, been riding for 25 years and I'll never get used to bikes slithering thru traffic. People don't pay attention when changing lanes. I'd be into someone s side mirror the first time I tried it. I'm assuming it's common there. Here ud be a hood ornament in no time. Just bought my first Triumph. 2005 Bonnie. Coming from a Yamaha VMAX. . Nice video.

@TommyBarnezTV 3 жыл бұрын

Nice, love the Bonnie's. Yeah filtering is very common in this part of the world. Someone can change lanes suddenly but you develop of bit of a 6th sense for it with the way traffic is moving, noticing wheels turning or head turns. You get used to it and it really does feel a lot safer than not. Risk of someone going into the back of you is pretty high in stop start traffic. Also when you filter you get ahead of the traffic so spend less time amongst cars

@peterford9369 3 жыл бұрын

@@TommyBarnezTV Yes sir, I can see it's common there and elsewhere. Here to. And yes, the concern about someone behind u not seeing u, does make u keep an eye in the mirror, when stopped. Maybe it's an overwhelming consideration for people who were in line ahead of me. Never an interaction in 25 years. Cept the occasional bee or love bugs. Anyway, is that why the zigzag lines,at intersections? Does that tell driver's that bikes are allowed to parse the traffic. I'm not sure if it's legal here truthfully. Do like your rides, seeing the bikes. Keep safe.

@chriscurrie5597 2 жыл бұрын

Is there a right or wrong, I've seen loads of these bikes with the bar end mirrors facing opposite way round, so some with the larger part facing outwards, and some with the teardrop end facing outwards,, is it just personal choice

@christinep7103 5 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed the video - the filtering was a bit scary 😳😳😳

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

😂 the exhaust has a good tone, that's why people were being kind letting me through

@kenschauer6185 5 жыл бұрын

THANKS FOR THE VIDEO. I WOULD LIKE TO ADD THIS BIKE TO MY COLLECTION...

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@mortonfrankfire5400 5 жыл бұрын

Looks old skool. Cool bike.

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah love it

@LeftHandCustoms 3 жыл бұрын

I love my Speed twin, even more since I took the cat out.

@Fr99763 5 жыл бұрын

The red is particularly beautiful. Triumph takes care of paint way better than other brands

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah it's a nice red I think. I personally prefer the grey and black option but all the colour options look good

@Bow-to-the-absurd 3 жыл бұрын

It's next level pretty in red

@user-fn1rb9ze6p Жыл бұрын

Cant say as i ever hurd anyone talk about any bike like this 😄 ive been seriously considering one of these for my next bike or a scrambler but maybe i shall see what you mean when i throw my leg over one and take one for a spin 😏👍

@graemesutherland4826 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the seat of the pants review! I'm starting back on bikes after 32years. Looked at an older 2013 T100 and even felt that was a bit of a jump for me. Settled on a RE 650 Interceptor to start out on, but the next bike may well be the Speed Twin. :)

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

Nice! Have a try of the thruxton r and the bobber black too when you are looking at a new bike. They all have the same engine which is beautiful

@alexdb77 4 жыл бұрын

Very Nice review! How does it deal with the bumps? How comfortable was it? Cheers

@TommyBarnezTV 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, really comfy, no problems that I can recall

@alexdb77 4 жыл бұрын

@@TommyBarnezTV thanks

@chb1603 5 жыл бұрын

hi tommy, just found your channel. A very nice review of the speed twin! thank you! thumbs up! last summer I test rode the T120 and the thruxton r a lot and I loved the 2zyl. motor. (I believe the thruxton motor and the speed twin motor are the same (?)) Finally decided to buy the z900rs (which has a completely different 4zyl motor with less torque but more hp) mainly because I prefered the riding position compared to the thruxton. and now since the speed twin came out I'm wondering if this wasn't the perfect bike for me. (?) unfortunately couldn't test ride the speed twin yet but will do asap. Have you been sitting on a z900rs yet? can you compare with the speed twin? I'm also very interested in other opinions when comparing the two engines (kawa 4zyl 112hp, 97Nm - triumph 2zyl 97hp 112Nm) and also the 3zyl from yamaha xsr900 I think all of them are great, but very different! I still love my Kawa (after 5000km) but the speed twin also seems to be awesome! greeting from graz, austria, chris

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris! I haven't tried the z900rs yet however I was chatting with the guys at my local dealer about it on the weekend. I'll make sure to get out on it in coming weeks for a review. I think you'll enjoy the speed twin, I don't think it is as pretty as the thruxton r and I've not ridden the thruxton but I've heard the speed twin is more comfortable. Let me know how you get on with a test ride. Must be some lovely roads around Graz?

@chb1603 5 жыл бұрын

Yes, I will send a comment after riding the speed twin - and also looking forward to your thoughts about the z900rs! At the moment I'm at work, but saturday/sunday is close and I will enjoy a ride from graz over the very eastern part of the alps (detour) to Vienna and back. Have a nice weekend, too!

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

@@chb1603 have fun!

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

@@chb1603 Hey Chris, how did you get on? I managed to get out on the z900rs sooner than expected... just popped a video up. Wasnt the best conditions for a test ride but decent bike. My personal preference would be the speed twin as found the ride more engaging however the different riding conditions obviously have impacted that view somewhat

@shaglioni 5 жыл бұрын

I just did a back to back test ride on a 2018 Kawasaki Z900RS and right after on a 2019 Triumph Speed Twin. For me, it was a night and day clear difference of a better riding feel on the Speed Twin. Throttle response and a more slick clutch/gear feeling/engagement. It may be because of what I'm riding currently, a 2018 Harley Iron 1200, which is pretty smooth to operate. I do and did like the looks of the Z900RS with the Orange/Brown color theme a little better and I like the little details of having little hook points for bungie cords on the back end as well as a helmet holder. You do sit more upright on the Z900RS so that may win people over too for comfort/cruising more. But, overall, in combination of the looks of the Speed Twin, the fit and finish of it all, and for me personally, the drive train smoothness of clutch / gear engagement and throttle input, makes it a better fit. The deep sound from the stock exhaust and outstanding power of the brakes, and the low end torque at a low 4900 rpm which is linear throughout the rev range, just icing on the cake.To each their own, but the Speed Twin won me over with the brief stints of test riding both back to back. Aaand I bought a Speed Twin today. Outstanding stuff.

@heythere6983 5 жыл бұрын

did you prefer this over the bobber? I love the bobbers looks, but I wonder about its cornering abilities, not that I would ride it like a sports bike but I dont want to have to always think about scraping pegs.

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

I think I actually prefer the bobber black. They're both awesome, and the thruxton r too. I think you just get used to lean angles capable on a bike. When riding the bobber I felt like I was going to scrape pegs, however I dont actually know the peg height on each and what the leans angle are. Have a ride of them all and see what you think, they're all excellent in my opinion.

@heythere6983 5 жыл бұрын

@@TommyBarnezTV yeah I have to ride, when I have some money saved up so I can do something about it! The pegs on the speed twin look like they can get me achy after a while too tho, but I like the idea of freedom to move the way I want, plus I don't want a sore spine on the bobber, good point with the lean angles, awesome reviews, thanks

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

@@heythere6983 speed twin is proper comfy, I'd think most will find it the best for longer rides.

@heythere6983 5 жыл бұрын

@@TommyBarnezTV thanks, subscribed

@sdebasis2190 5 жыл бұрын

Could it be used for long distance touring ? What is the ground clearance of this bike ? Can we use after market luggage carriers ? I am basically looking for a bike for long distance touring, would you suggest this bike ?

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks for watching, I wouldn't suggest this for long distance touring. There is little wind protection which I personally think is crucial for touring. I'm sure panniers etc wouldn't be difficult to find, either from Triumph or different suppliers however for me this bike is more geared to the smaller trips. Triumph Tiger 800 or 1200 would be my touring option of choice from the Triumph range, probably leaning to the 1200.

@sdebasis2190 5 жыл бұрын

@@TommyBarnezTV Thanks for the suggestion, as of now Tiger is out of my budget. Better to wait some more time else will look for a 2nd hand Tiger. Bdw nice vedios. 👍👍👍

@sdebasis2190 5 жыл бұрын

I have another option with me which is Versys 1000 which is more comfortable for pillion as well.

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

@@sdebasis2190 versys 1000 would be a good option. I've not had a go on one yet however I've been chatting to people about it and had a sit on one and initial impressions are good. Very suited to touring.

@havok531 5 жыл бұрын

Why does every reviewer give the dry weight of a machine? What good is that? I want to know what the curb weight is. BTW lane splitting would never work in Oklahoma.

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

I quote whatever is listed in the specs the manufacturer puts out. Sometimes its wet weight, sometimes its dry

@johncook9983 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, that stock exhaust sounds over audio just like my SV1000 did before installing Two Bro’s slip ons. I’m shopping and having a really tough time deciding between Speed Twin and T120 as a second bike.

@PaulBilton 3 жыл бұрын

I'm in the same situation!!...what did you get?

@johncook9983 3 жыл бұрын

Paul Bilton 2019- T120. Have had it for about 3 months and 3500 miles.

@PaulBilton 3 жыл бұрын

John Cook thanks for the reply. I’ve been offered a T120 Black.

@johncook9983 3 жыл бұрын

Paul Bilton excellent! Enjoy it. The motor and transmission are a nice pairing.

@fatles2008 4 жыл бұрын

Sports mode is more responsive, you twist and you fly!

@kmchale3002 5 жыл бұрын

Would this fit in my bedroom?

@suryakumari1317 5 жыл бұрын

How good is this for touring and highway rides?

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

Not much wind protection upfront so depends on highway speeds you're doing. There will be some luggage options I'm sure but I havent seen them myself

@kevinvoeks7422 4 жыл бұрын

Me like a lot

@markjenkins905 4 жыл бұрын

You needed to ride it on some country lanes !!!!

@bohemianphotographer6843 3 жыл бұрын

I’m on the market for a bike and I love everything about the speed twin : looks , sound and performances.. but I’m conflicted because triumph is well known for making bikes with transmission issues .. online there are horror stories about bikes failing and Triumph customer service being completely unhelpful.. what’s your experience? I mean the bike is not cheap ..

@TommyBarnezTV 3 жыл бұрын

Others might be able to help with long term owner experience which I dont have have. However personally I've ridden quite a few triumph bikes now and granted they are all new demo bikes, but out of all the manufacturers the triumphs feel the most quality and well put together. Only problems I've really heard about first hand have been with the original explorer 1200. Overheating issues with a friends bike, however he now has 130,000 miles on the clock.

@bohemianphotographer6843 3 жыл бұрын

@@TommyBarnezTV thanks !

@rudramain 4 жыл бұрын

Is there any vibrations ?

@TommyBarnezTV 4 жыл бұрын

Nah not too bad

@user-hk9ze8mg7g 4 жыл бұрын

Не плохой вариант. Т 120 более старомодный, менее мощный . Тракстон р более спортивный и пзц какой дорогой новые модели от 1.600 000 tfc. Это идеальный вариант " Бандит " ) стильно выглядит и звук шикарный а- ля совсем Харли. То что нет дорогих и сложных подвесок это только + Пришло время менять коня . Хотелось бы больше узнать кака они в надежности ? В интернете мало отзывов на подобный ...

@Lar308 5 жыл бұрын

I already have a T120 and a Thruxton R. This bike seems to be a cross between both so for me its neither here or there and some customers might think the same. I have lost track of the number of Triumph bonneville derived models in production now. It looks great but its not as pretty as a T120 and not as sporty looking as a Thruxton.

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah if you've got a T120 and a Thruxton R would be no point. I loved it though, havent tried a thruxton R yet but I think my debate would be between the two. Would just be the one though. I'm glad they've made it, loved the ride. I personally prefer the look of the thruxton R though

@Grassroots_Hegemon 5 жыл бұрын

I think it's nice that they put the clout and capability of the thruxton in a bike that looks a little less sporty, it makes the bike look older and more vintage, which for my eyes is a feature not a bug. Both wonderful bikes though.

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

@@Grassroots_Hegemon you're also not as bent far forward from what I've heard and its lighter than the thruxton r by about 6kg I think. I've not had a go on the thruxton r yet but keen to have a go soon as I think it's very pretty bike

@michaelmaxwell568 Жыл бұрын

A halogen headlight on a bike this expensive? Non adjustable suspension? C’mon, Triumph!

@blacktiger955i 5 жыл бұрын

The more you ride Triumphs the more you'll realise that you don't need to rev them. The triples will pull from tickover. The twins will be a bit more lumpy below 1700rpm. So stick 'em in 6th and leave it there.

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

Ridden a few triumphs recently and they are probably turning into my favourite manufacturer a bit, just always feel quality and a great ride.

@GBMatthew07 2 жыл бұрын

You seemed really nervous on this one Tommy. Shame as usually you give it some on your test rides.

@TommyBarnezTV 2 жыл бұрын

This was the second bike I reviewed, I was really nervous 😂 was in my first year of riding and didn't want to bin it or say something stupid. Would be good to ride again as nerves wouldn't be there. You'll notice nerves in a few of the early ones :)

@GBMatthew07 2 жыл бұрын

@@TommyBarnezTV Wow didn't realise that mate, I'm even more impressed with your riding ability now.

@TommyBarnezTV 2 жыл бұрын

@@GBMatthew07 ah thanks :)

@GBMatthew07 2 жыл бұрын

@@TommyBarnezTV You deserve praise mate that spanking you gave that Harley 48 on those tight country roads that time was impressive as hell. I've been riding over 30 years and rarely have I ever seen a rider give it that much on a Harley.

@JimmySlacksack 5 жыл бұрын

Looks great, would change the 'speed twin' font on the side tho

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

Ah I quite like the font :)

@borregopata 4 жыл бұрын

Hi I’m 6’ tall , do you think this bike gonna fit well on me? Or is short and small

@TommyBarnezTV 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah I'm 6ft and felt very comfortable on it

@boormoboormo9701 5 жыл бұрын

Road mode? Where we're going we don't need…road mode

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

Haha

@NapoleonDeanomight 5 жыл бұрын

Rain mode is for........ Obvs Sport is going to better "a lot more right".

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

A lot seem to have a preference for rain mode in normal conditions. I can see why however just didn't get the same feedback from the bike when riding.

@colindebourg3884 3 жыл бұрын

Why ride in rain mode when its dry ??

@arielramirezpr94 5 жыл бұрын

Lol oh its all LEDs wow cool , wait except for the Main freakin light...lol

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

Haha, probably down to hitting a specific price

@simohamedamirri6773 3 жыл бұрын

If only I can have money :( impossible dream for me

@TommyBarnezTV 3 жыл бұрын

Nothings impossible man, goals are there to focus the mind and work towards 👊

@simohamedamirri6773 3 жыл бұрын

@@TommyBarnezTV in 10 years of non stop work maybe lol

@patthewoodboy 5 жыл бұрын

they made the standard exhuast ugly enough so you would want the full stainless V and H ... Triumph you naughty people , full stainless exhaust please, the black part is ugly :-)

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

Haha

@mojoriden 5 жыл бұрын

I can't help but think it would look better with wire wheels.

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same before I rode it. Unsure why they didn't go with spokes however it's my understanding there is quite a bit if weight saving on the wheels compared to the thruxton so that may be why? If there was extra weight on wheels that effected handling I'd say leave them as is as it's the way the bike feels that makes it awesome I think. Looks wise I prefer the thruxton. Just grabbing a coffee at ace cafe London and there was a very good looking thruxton r out front

@triumphlover7455 5 жыл бұрын

Probably, but get a flat tire on your travels and those pretty spokes will soon remind you of 2 inch fake nails; useless and high maintenance.

@mojoriden 5 жыл бұрын

@@triumphlover7455 lol what?

@markjenkins905 3 жыл бұрын

Why is it I can watch a bike video from the US and see only a hand full of cars but the fucking roads in the UK are just full of traffic everywhere you go. It really fucks me off when you go out and try just for a few minutes not being slowed up by 50k white vans and old people travelling 20 mph slower than they should.......

@TommyBarnezTV 3 жыл бұрын

More chance for overtakes which mentally enjoyable, though would still prefer an open road :)

@kellyjackson7889 5 жыл бұрын

Review summarized :smacks lips ahhm uhhhm

@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын

Haha, my biggest pain when editing is realising just how much I do that. Trying to get better :)

@MrLou8888 4 жыл бұрын

You really sounded uncomfortable.

@TommyBarnezTV 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah I was! Was only the second review I'd done on a bike and I was really worried about crashing it! Was also working on how I do reviews etc, was a lot to think about. I relax up on others. I've been out on the new rocket and have the footage to edit, completely different now. Very comfortable on most bikes though there are some that scare me a bit 😳

@MrLou8888 4 жыл бұрын

@@TommyBarnezTV I know Tommy. I'm a subscriber and a fan of yours. But while I've seen most of your videos I've never seen this one. I'm more accustomed to your relaxed, confident attitude. I meant no offense and i am a big fan.

@TommyBarnezTV 4 жыл бұрын

@@MrLou8888 cheers! Was the second bike I'd borrowed from lagunas and I was proper nervous about it 😂 was also a lot more powerful than I was used to. Good to know my improvements come across in the way I talk about the bikes. I've got some vids I'm editing so should be some new content up in coming weeks. Thanks for watching and stay safe 😎

@frankstocker5475 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review, I don't feel this is a good bike for the UK, no protection from the rain & your roads are a joke, too many cars & potholes. Shame about the conventional forks, gaiters, no heated grips or cruise control it would be nice to have a quick shift, no real adjustable suspension & that brake pot looks out of place. It's the engine that will sell the bike. Overpriced for what you get. Triumph might bring an R version with all the extras.

@TommyBarnezTV 4 жыл бұрын

Definitely not an all yeah all weather bike but doesnt do any worse than other bikes with uk roads.

@Cuzzazbuzz 4 жыл бұрын

Sounds like you need to buy a Citroen then...