Great video Keith. It really is a a fabulous looking bike. Looks are subjective though, so we mustn't forget the Classic 350 or the V7 or even the Goldstar or R nine T. We all have our favourites. We often complain about manufacturers, but they are producing some beautiful machines these days. Ride safe.

Thank you for the video and your thoughts and for being a decent guy😉! I have a 2023 Guzzi V7 that I think looks great as I have it. When seated, the tank is large and masculine between the legs, unlike the tiny Triumph tanks. I had a 2020 Speed Twin where I felt the tank was wimpy and I felt I was sitting on top of the bike and not in it. Wonderful bike, though. I rode it from Vermont to Miami on the highway and it did great! 1,600 miles on the naked bike on I-95 for four days. I like the Guzzi rumble and seating position on a daily basis. Both in the same category, however. Fewer gas station trips with a 5.5 U.S. gallon / 21 litre tank.

Love my T100 Bud Ekins. It is a beauty Queen and fantastic to ride (I have 30.000km on the clock, zero problems). Cheers from Germany 🇩🇪

I got the 2017 900 Street Scambeler as a left over in 2018 (at a great price of $9000.00 ) . I have put on 19K miles on the bike. I did add a pannier bar on the left side with a home made box for my rain suet and winter gear . Heated grips and center stand were almost imediate .. My favorite addition though were big old tiger adventure foot pegs so I can post when a see a bump comming on the almost adiquate suspention.. I am riding on farm lanes and bumpy B roads with maybe 10% on dirt and gravel . I like the fact that the lower compression means the bike is happy on low test gas and is still averaging 56 MPG US GAL ... My range on the smaller Scrambeler tank is 170 miles . My biggest plus to geting the Scrambeler version is the ease for getting at the chain for cleaning and adjustments . With winter riding and through all weather on dirt I have gone through three chains and am on my second set of sprockets (third chain is brand new ) . Yes I would love more suspention though I am happy with the seat height having a 29 inch inseam .I love the brakes on dirt, If she had Earls forks up front and a shaft drive she would be my perfect bike .As she is she owes me nothing for all the fun we have had together .. Yours from farm country New England ... Guy PS As a tradional potter I have spent years trying to make a jug like the one made at Mill Green between 1170 and 1250 AD .. One of Britons most important early pottery sites .. :)

Morning Keith, great video again 😊

I agree lovely bike , thanks

Excellent vid Keith 👍👍

It looks like you've found the right motorcycle for yourself. Congratulations!

Great video mate no bull down to earth 👌👌 I do like the looks and sounds of it nice bike problem is you've started my dad off now he's just bought another bike 🫣🫣 may be tagging along with you if the future 😂

Another great video, Keith! Changing to a stiffer progressive front spring only reduces nose dive. So unless you're braking hard or cornering aggressively, which your tires are telling me differently, i don't see the need. I'm with you on the looks department, Bonnies are beautiful bikes

I have the same bike -T100 Bud Ekins. Owned for a couple of months now. Already got new exhausts to fit and over the winter intend to do swap out front and rear suspension for Hagons. Did this on my previous 2004 Bonnie and felt a lot more stable. The seat is good for me and I enjoy the torque - oh and I love the paintwork on the Bud Ekins which is why I bought it!! Great bike - enjoying getting to know it…….

I owned a 2009 air cooled Bonnerville and loved it, although i did have a few problems including battery ones. I now own a BSA GoldStar which i think is the best looking modern classic. I did look at the T100 which i personally think is the sweet spot in the Bonnerville range but it's price, new, was a bit steep for my wallet. Like you I'm a big lump and put uprated tec rear shocks on my GoldStar made for my weight and there a great improvement.

Good review, I chose the T120 because I preferred the 6 speed gear box for touring it just makes it a bit more relaxed. I agree on the idiot lights they are not good but the worst one for me is the indicator idiot light I have to check every time that I've switched it off. I don't really have too much issue with the suspension tbh it is plenty adequate and I think sometimes people read stuff by professional road testers and convince themselves it needs upgrading when you have to remember that most professional road testers are pushing bikes to their limits when most of us will never get near the limit. It is definitely not as compliant as my 1200GS but it is fine even for relatively spirited riding. I've not had any major issues with the tyres but I think I will change them out for something else just to try. Looks are subjective but to me it is definitely one of the best looking bikes on the market and l think the quality of all the components makes it worth the premium price. I find the seat one of the most comfortable I've ever had. I will say the GS is more comfortable but I have done a multi day tour of the Bonnie doing a good 200 miles a day with no issue at all but we are all different I had a CBF1000 and people raved about the comfort and it nearly crippled me on a tour. It was so bad that by day 4 I had to find a cycling shop and go and buy some gel padded shorts to ride in lol.

Great video review it the triumph and a lovely looking bike I must say in that colour on looking bike I think my triumph rocket is the best looking bike on the market today but I would wouldn’t I but if I had anything else I would still say that because I do honestly think that but I will try the 900 out if they have one but the 1200 is still in my heart we will see anyway great video as I said take care bye for now 👋

I owned three Triumph Meriden 750cc twins in the early 1980's, Triumph fitted Avon Roadrunner tyres to their new machines in those days. I love Avon tyres, I've installed their Cobra Chrome tyres on my H-D Sportster.

HA! I think the Royal Enfield chrome bronze classic 350 reborn is a little better looking Keith! I am a little biased 😅Your bike looks great! You are right, you have all the power one needs. I take the Goldwing or VTX when I ride the highways both are over 100HP, but for riding the back roads the CX500 and Lil' Darlin" (Classic 350) are my preferred rides at 51 and 20 or so hp. They will get you anywhere legally and with enjoyable riding and usually more able to relax and enjoy the scenery. Not to mention 87 mpg! Stay safe Keith!

Wonderfull looking bike. Have to say my thunderbird 900 just pips it at the post 😊

All the current retro bikes bring back the memories to us older people., like me. Lol. Not sure if the younger riders would like them. The older folk has the extra $$ for adding these bikes to our stable. Time will tell.

The breaks while not startling are more than adequate.

🤣🤣🤣🤣 Probably ONE of the best looking motorcycles on the road, must admit (not being a triumph fan) that the T100 & T120 are growing on me, classic styling, performance, handling, do it all motorcycle, you can’t go wrong, still got the Guzzi itch though 😊 good vid mate great rout as well going through that Diversion 🤣🤣🤣 later …. Pete🇫🇷

I totally agree about the looks , I have a street twin 900 and when I park up I always look back at it but I also agree as regards the downside but what bike is perfect ?

Morning Keith, yep without a doubt the Bonneville is the best looking bike out there, it’s the definition of a classic bike and even non bike riders admire it and know what it is, it’s iconic. I’m just a bit biased 😂 no it’s not perfect but no bike is, it’s a good all rounder that’s a pleasure to ride and that’s the whole point we ride for pleasure. All the best buddy 👍

Very similar experience with my 2018 "59" special edition. Stock seat isn't great, comfort seat is better but over £300!! Suspension could be better but it suits my relaxed style of riding. Pirelli Phantoms definitely track more than other tyres I've had.

They're not very bright Keith because they're 'idiot' lights 🤦‍♂️ sorry. Enjoyed the video mate 😁👍

Hi Keith Wow you've opened a can of worms there mate How about Kawasaki w800 Classic 350 Moto guzzi v7 just for a start Have a good one

A lot like my '77 Yamaha XS 650 twin looked. every bit as good as this one!

Great content again Keith 😀, please don’t go down the road of playing music especially when talking, or too many visual effects, just my tuppence worth of positive critique. Hat on heading for cover 😮

Like you Keith l love my Bonnie we are of a generation that idolises the look of the classic bike, but my son prefers my Z1000SX which my wife calls a Tron bike. l do love my Kwaka but l much prefer riding the Bonnie these days, take care bud 👍

Hello there, yes the bonnei t100 is beautiful motorcycle, but v7 special is stunning 🙂

I think my BMW R9T is better looking, but it also needs suspension upgrades. None is perfect. I fell in love with the Teal color color.

I have been debating between this and the speed twin 900

I would say it's ONE of the best looking bikes out there on the market, I have a soft spot for the Kawa Z900RS and the Moto Guzzi range as well as some Royal Enfields. My taste is for the retro styling rather than something like the Suzuki 8S or Yamaha MT range (great bikes but not my taste)

Best looking? well I think the Moto Guzzi V7 special, of which I don't own. each is different to the eye, but having just seen the latest BMW R1300GSA what a ugly bike! 😵‍💫 I enjoy your little rides and bimbolings keep them up thanks.

Bonnyville or Bonneville ? lol...

It's just not got the right proportions to be said to be the best-looking retro bike in the world. You used to own one of the best-looking retros 😊

Ey up you got it absolutely right best looking motorcycle out there 👌, the Enfield 650 is ok but can not compare on the look of the Triumph it just looks so right same as it used to do back in the day, and I’m jealous sorry to admit 🫣🤣🫣👍