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@mikeg9450
@mikeg9450 3 күн бұрын
Helen GA is a beautiful town. I'll have to put that on my agenda next time I tour the Appalachian region.
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider 3 күн бұрын
Highly recommend. But weekends get much busier and more trafficked. But that’s really only the downtown section. There are plenty of open roads for exploring.
@jeremy8829
@jeremy8829 4 күн бұрын
Idk about that year but the new ones downshift themselves.
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider 3 күн бұрын
I learned a lot on this test ride. At the end I started to realize this fact. It was an unusual situation where that would have been better explained if the salesperson had not sustained an injury and couldn’t walk me through those details. So it took me a bit longer :) but I thought it may prove helpful to show that just jumping on one, even if an experienced rider, isn’t necessarily the best idea. Two wheels and three are different!
@jeremy8829
@jeremy8829 3 күн бұрын
@@AnywhereRider very nice! 💯🦾🙏😎
@budmatto9205
@budmatto9205 4 күн бұрын
Greetings from Franklin, TN. Just found your channel and have watched a couple of your videos. The Bonneville is intriguing though I would probably lean towards the T100 based on my fairly limited riding experience. I will be checking ourt more of your videos.
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider 4 күн бұрын
Appreciate it! The t100 is 900cc so not quite as aggressive but still enough to need some skill :)
@eatsleepplayrepeat
@eatsleepplayrepeat 5 күн бұрын
Got a Scrambler 1200. It's great and everything, big front wheel and long suspension let's me just run over bad roads and not care.
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider 5 күн бұрын
Those are nice. I looked hard at a few myself. My only concern was if I’d notice the high exhaust too much on the right side. But it too is a cool bike.
@bobbyhenson1646
@bobbyhenson1646 6 күн бұрын
Been to the Dragon 3 times. Love it. Again great video.
@northbysoutheast5439
@northbysoutheast5439 6 күн бұрын
The wife and I got married on the river just below the bridge in Helen 😎👍
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider 6 күн бұрын
I think I know the spot! Gorgeous too! What a neat town
@windtherapyaddict
@windtherapyaddict 7 күн бұрын
I quit using ride command and for rhe most part google. I use Rever because it has a feature to follow the route you planned. Glad you had a great time, North Carolina and Tennessee are both great!
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider 7 күн бұрын
It’s a simple concept! I’m glad Rever has it. I’m gonna have to check it out!
@betsycline777
@betsycline777 7 күн бұрын
Love this! Commentary is great and funny. RideCommand absolutely told you you destination was straight to hell 😂. Love it! 🤣
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider 7 күн бұрын
🤣and I may have deserved it! I’d been smack talkin’ all day! LOL
@betsycline777
@betsycline777 7 күн бұрын
@AnywhereRider 😆. Same my friend, same...my bike acts out if there's not enough smack talk, so there's that...😆
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider 7 күн бұрын
@betsycline777 LOL! Truth! Bike relationships can be complicated. ;) glad you were along for this one!
@user-mz8mg2cp4k
@user-mz8mg2cp4k 10 күн бұрын
My 2018 T120 is nearing 23K miles and is at the top of my list of the 17 motorcycles I’ve ridden over 42 years. At 73 years young, the Bonny checks all the right boxes for me: classic looks, comfort, great engine, fuel injection, antilock brakes, cruise control, heated handgrips. Who could ask for more! Long day rides, often 200k miles, and some long-distance touring. Probably my last motorcycle (My wife says, Yeah, right.)
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider 10 күн бұрын
A perfect summary! But nah, by the sound of it, it’s not the last! Hahaha
@ArnoldsIOS
@ArnoldsIOS 11 күн бұрын
I’ve had mine since 2018 and to this day it’s so difficult to buy something new. Hard to justify a new purchase when I have such and absolute beautiful well rounded bike
@robnilles6625
@robnilles6625 13 күн бұрын
I've had my T120 for 2+ years and find it performs above average at nearly anything you ask of it. I've commuted, toured, two up, hills, curves, wind, traffic, it can do it all very well. I do miss wind protection above 70mph and the weight can be felt when you throw it back and forth in the curves, but I knew both of those going in. What it provides is a comfortable platform to do almost any type of on road riding you wish, with style and a cool factor that few bikes can hope to match. I would choose others for month long tours or purely to carve canyons, but the last bike standing after all others were sold would be my Triumph.
@alexmorgan3435
@alexmorgan3435 13 күн бұрын
It's gonna hurt real bad if you were to come off and hit the road wearing a T-shirt. I guess you know best.
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider 13 күн бұрын
Truth. I do have and wear the gear on most days and rides. But as you can tell, not at all times. When riding alone and on slow country roads is where I sometimes give myself an out. Full protection is always best. But I’m not an absolutist
@halavery562
@halavery562 13 күн бұрын
I had a 2021 T 120. Nice bike but I traded it after a year because of 1) chain drive maintenance is a real pain...Triumph manual recommends every 200 miles; 2) still does not have self cancelling turn signals...that's long overdue, and 3) There are really no comfortable seats that I'm aware of...I even bought the expensive Saddleman seat for it, just not comfortable. It probably would be a great bike for commuting and short trips, but I want to tour, and this just isn't the bike for that.
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider 13 күн бұрын
Fair points all. Curious what you traded for?
@andi8489
@andi8489 18 күн бұрын
got the same chrome edition and love it! only thing i noticed is severe heat between the legs where you dont want to have heat :) Was around 28 degrees celsius though
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider 18 күн бұрын
Awesome. The only cure for that is ride faster and spread wider! LOL
@davidbrayshaw3529
@davidbrayshaw3529 18 күн бұрын
Lovely bike, but "beginner" friendly? Maybe to a mature rider with a bit of off road experience, but these things are as fast as any '70's era super bikes and then some.
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider 18 күн бұрын
I’ve been called on that by another. And it’s a good catch. What I meant to point out is its simple classic approach. Not overly techie, lightweight. Many new again riders will appreciate it. But you’re right. It’s not a first bike!
@davidbrayshaw3529
@davidbrayshaw3529 18 күн бұрын
@@AnywhereRider That definitely makes sense. I considered one of these as a returning rider for that very reason + ergonomics. I discounted it due to the power. I'm in Australia and there's just no where here to thrash a machine like that without facing the prospect of heavy fines and harsh penalties. 80 mph on the highway, here, will see your licence in serious peril along with about a $300 USD. fine. I'm not joking. I ended up with a W800 which is about half the power of the T120. I've still got to watch myself on that! Thanks for the reply.
@Jack908r
@Jack908r 18 күн бұрын
Bought a brand new 2020 Speed Twin. Been super reliable, done some mods, and love it. Rode it 1800 km to Nova Scotia last spring. Got a sore bum, but it was awesome. Great all rounder.
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider 18 күн бұрын
That’s hard core on the original seat! I’m not sure who makes an upgrade but for traveling long distances, a Seat would make a Great bike even better
@marekryszard
@marekryszard 20 күн бұрын
First, it doesn't have a center stand. I installed one . . about $320 USD. I had a shop remove the catalytic converter, replacing it with a cross pipe. Removal of CAT & install X-pipe: $600. The cross pipe was about $150. Had to order it from Spain; no American supplier would ship it to California where I live. I removed the peashooter mufflers. Sooo impractical for rear wheel maintenance. The "Bunny Ear" mirrors allowed me to see 2/3 of my arms, 1/3 of what's behind me. Replaced those with bar end mirrors. Replaced stock handlebars with "Clubman" style handlebars. SoFarSoGood
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider 20 күн бұрын
A center stand is a great add. I’ll have to look into clubman handlebars. I’m not familiar. I do like the pea shooter exhaust though. It sounds to me like it has a subdued strength. But I hadn’t considered it regarding maintenance like you have. Thanks for the great comments and good ideas.
@high-velocitymammal5030
@high-velocitymammal5030 17 күн бұрын
I was under the impression the T120 came with a centre stand and the T100 came without, unless they changed that post-2020.
@johnmartin7158
@johnmartin7158 10 күн бұрын
@@high-velocitymammal5030It use to come with a centre stand.
@bobbyhenson1646
@bobbyhenson1646 25 күн бұрын
As usual another great video. Sure look forward to each one, 😎.
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider 25 күн бұрын
Thanks Bobby!
@jamesstephaniecrawford6919
@jamesstephaniecrawford6919 26 күн бұрын
In my experience, Music City Indian has all that you're looking for. I try to support my local dealer, and in turn they throw deals my way, including low or no markup on parts and making their money on labor. I've found them to be pretty excellent so far.
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider 26 күн бұрын
Thanks for the comment. MCI has a good reputation. They’ve done a few upgrades and an oil change on my Springfield. So I’ve spent some time there. I do wish I didn’t have to face as much traffic to deal there. AND, Parking on a slope may get ya but I’ve avoided dropping my bike so far! But MCI does have a good Reputation, even to dealers I’ve dealt with in San Diego and Pikes Peak, Colorado. That’s a good sign!
@Grumpy-Goblin
@Grumpy-Goblin 28 күн бұрын
I have a T120 have had it for about a year and I am absolutely in love with it. I took it last year up to Scotland covering about 1500 miles over a few days on the standard seat with absolutely no issues. I've done some motorway stints on mine with just a little fly screen and again it hasn't been a problem but you probably wouldn't want to be doing over 80mph for any length of time without a screen. The throttle can be a little snatchy at very low speed but if you have good clutch control you can ride around that without too much trouble.
@felipemotorhead
@felipemotorhead 29 күн бұрын
Do you know if the 2018 models have this?
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider 29 күн бұрын
They do. They were eventually relocated to the upper tank area in I think ‘21.
@MaineiacSean
@MaineiacSean 29 күн бұрын
Sold.... looking to sell my HD Sportster 1200 I just paid off , my first bike I love it but want a more comfortable bike for longer rides . Been interested in Road Kings and HD Heritage.... but just started looking into these Indian Springfields and there's 3 beautiful ones an hour drive from me. I'm only 5.7 tall and like that the Seat sits a little lower than road king and a little bit more throttle than the 107 . Think Indian Springfield is at the top of my list.
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider 29 күн бұрын
Definitely worth a look with all your needs! I’ve still never been happier with a bike. If you think to do it, let me know if you agree after you ride one!
@windtherapyaddict
@windtherapyaddict Ай бұрын
Beautifull area to ride and great video of good info. Thanks!
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider Ай бұрын
Thanks! Appreciate the kind words. We’ll have to Catch up soon. I’d love to hear how your season is going.
@northbysoutheast5439
@northbysoutheast5439 Ай бұрын
No better way to release stress than take a motorcycle ride 😃👍
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider Ай бұрын
Amen brother!
@bankruptpensioner
@bankruptpensioner Ай бұрын
The perfect bike. I bought mine 4 weeks ago and no regrets at all. And, I am about to take her today, from the UK over Europe to Austria for a 12 day ride.
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider Ай бұрын
That sounds like an epic trip! So jealous! Congrats on the new ride! She’ll do great! I’d love to see any pictures of the pack. Are you going with Saddlebags? A duffle? Did you add any accessories for the trip?
@NoFrictionZone
@NoFrictionZone Ай бұрын
Off topic but what blue jacket is that? TIA!
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider Ай бұрын
Not at all, happy to help! It’s a Klim Marrakesh jacket. I talk about it some toward the end of this video. (Spoiler alert, I like it!) thanks for the comment and for watching. 🏍️ Gear Review | #LS2 Helmet | #Klim Marrakesh Jacket @AnywhereRider kzfaq.info/get/bejne/n5yoadac1dHVc40.html
@NoFrictionZone
@NoFrictionZone Ай бұрын
@@AnywhereRider awesome thank you!
@kenjohnson6368
@kenjohnson6368 Ай бұрын
I am also a 2023 Chrome Edition T12 Bonnie rider. Love the bike. Was on cafe bikes for the last 20 years and find the Bonnie corners as good and is as nimble and flickable as the Cafe bikes but you can ride it for hours without fatigue. Great power curve with the torque in gobs down low in the revs. Plus a Chrome tank and Meriden Blue - what classic Triumph looks. I put cafe style bar end mirrors and the little matching blue Triumph flyscreen on it - and both are an improvement.
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider Ай бұрын
Thanks for the comment. I like bar end mirrors if you don’t need the narrow width. Those look really nice! I was surprised that the chrome tank didn’t reflect as much as I thought it would. But yeah, great bike and lots of fun
@dodibenabba525
@dodibenabba525 Ай бұрын
I have a 790 Hinckley Bonneville, it's the best. Stunning, built like a tank and with a couple of mods....Happy Days!
@Dante-do6ju
@Dante-do6ju Ай бұрын
Yesterday I went out to do some shopping with my Black-Matt Bonnie T120, and suddenly it rained. I never go out in rain or forecast rain 🤥. The passion, 2 hours drying and cleaning the beautiful machine. Regards from Germany.
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider Ай бұрын
A labor of love 😎
@perryhunter613
@perryhunter613 Ай бұрын
I love my Chrome Edition T120. It feels like swimming in butter compared to my last ride.
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider Ай бұрын
Haven’t heard that analogy but it sounds kinda fun!
@paulhammersley5409
@paulhammersley5409 Ай бұрын
Hi from the UK. Bought from new two years ago and added the rear grab bars and centre stand. Ride it every week and someone one as already said i look back when putting it in the garage. I get stopped and asked questions about it due to it looks.The bike performs well and a pleasure to ride. Happy riding.
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider Ай бұрын
I think that’s right. My problem is I look back at most of them! LOL
@nateolson8514
@nateolson8514 Ай бұрын
I've got a T-120 it does everything well, I will say taking on the corners confidently has been a challenge for me as well. Regardless I plan to keep it for a very long time.
@GiancarloBenzina
@GiancarloBenzina Ай бұрын
LOL, this ain‘t a beginner bike at all. It‘s all modern, because it has nothing to do with the old bikes of the heydays, neither does Trinkley have, no more than Polaris with Indian, Royal Enfield and Harris with old Enfield, etc. Even Harley‘s got nothing more at it aside from t-shirt design, and museum operation. Is it a nice bike? Yes, you like it? Good. Ride it, it won‘t disappoint. Sorry I made a wrong judgement, it‘s obviously a beginner bike, because I can see a braindead beginner in a white t-shirt, bare knuckles riding this bike. This isn‘t a 50cc moped. Please explain that to that beginner, he‘ll be happy to save his life, especially in a context of not well trained or equally low attentative cage drivers on the street. Wearing a Helmet with lot‘s of shell piercing stuff on it doesn‘t make it any better. So, proven, it‘s a beginner bike, too. ;-)
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider Ай бұрын
It looks like I offended you. Didn’t intend to. I was trying to point out the simplicity of the bike, which will draw beginners. But I do not believe the bike is a beginner bike per se. anyone can start on anything. But most won’t start on heavy baggers. Certainly no disrespect to the bike or T120 owners. It’s solid!
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider Ай бұрын
Did you listen to the rest of the comments? It doesn’t sound like it. Thank though for the dislike.
@johnmartin7158
@johnmartin7158 10 күн бұрын
@@AnywhereRider In many ways it can be a beginner, although the weight could be a tad heavy for some. It’s a pretty docile bike, if ya get my drift. I own one and a XMax Yammy. What bikes do you own Sir. Cheers from NZ.
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider 10 күн бұрын
I am certainly getting hit on that comment. And I agree with your comment on the curves feeling heavy at times with the weight. I currently own an Indian Springfield and Indian Pursuit. I’m not a brand snob however. Ive owned Yamahas and a Suzuki. Triumph is a new explore for me. Looking at the Bonneville amd/or a Tiger adventure or maybe even a BMW 1250. GS as future garage additions.
@nickhannam103
@nickhannam103 Ай бұрын
I had a Rocket Classic for years but due to illness it got way too heavy for me. Last year I traded it for an immaculate 2018 T120. Compared to the rocket obviously very short on torque but man I got used to it fast. For a gentleman's express its perfect! Goes faster than you expect, corners and braking are a joy. Sounds good but for me, the biggest plus is just how smooth it is at any revs. No white finger for me. Feels so small which can make you over confident but you make a mistake and it's so forgiving (so far). Best bike I've ever owned I'd say.
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider Ай бұрын
Sound is subjective but I think so also. It’s more about tone than volume. And you make a fine point about being overconfident. It could happen quickly on this :)
@Aaron_Ada
@Aaron_Ada Ай бұрын
Hello fellow T120 Chrome rider!
@jonasfogelberg9300
@jonasfogelberg9300 Ай бұрын
Any tip on lockable panniers/luggage? When you’re touring and taking a break, you don’t want your valuable stuff stolen.
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider Ай бұрын
I’ve not tried these but Viking Bags makes lockable Saddlebags for it. Worth a look www.vikingbags.com/collections/triumph-bonneville-t120-motorcycle-saddlebags
@KRColson
@KRColson Ай бұрын
I just purchased my first Triumph a couple of weeks ago. The T120. Now, I am 69 years old and traded in my 2020 Kawasaki Versys 650 for the Bonnie. I really liked the Versys however, it was just too high for my 30 inch inseam. The centre of gravity was also high so it became a bit unyielding at stops especially when fully fueled. The T120, although is about 25 lbs heavier, has it's weight slung low so it doesn't feel heavy and uncontrollable. I can easily throw my leg over and boost on down the road. At stops I can easily flat foot and it feels so much more controllable than the Versys. So far I'm simply lovin' it! Traction control, cruise, 2 road modes and gobs of power, great mileage, what's not to like? I did add the wind screen, centre stand, crash bars and a grab rail (which is on backorder). Beauty of a bike in my opinion. Cheers.
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider Ай бұрын
Congratulations on the purchase! It sounds like you have many good miles ahead! Yeah, It sounds like the Bonnie is made for you
@logangodofcandy
@logangodofcandy Ай бұрын
The blue looks so pretty. I love my scrambler XC and I want to get a second with this engine, but they don't seem different enough or even up to par with the XC
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider Ай бұрын
Tough decisions. I’ve not been on the scrambler but the GM of the dealership has one and loves it. He could have anything on the floor so that says something I think.
@woodtickgreg6926
@woodtickgreg6926 Ай бұрын
I own a 2023 model. Absolutely love this bike. I have toured on it. Mounted some side bags, a removable top trunk and I can strap a bag across the passenger seat for a tour. Its a do it all bike. So easy to ride, very tourqey and yet smooth. I also have a removable windshield on the bike, really helps with comfort on the highway. Cruise controll and heated grips too. I really dont have any comllaints about the bike. Last ride I did it got 59.9 mpg, not bad for a 1200cc bike. I call it a gentleman's hot rod. Low seat height allows my 32" inseam to flat foot at a stop. Ive had many bikes in my 64 years, this is by far my favorite, very close to my goldwing but without the weight and a lot more soul. It was a bit pricey but I think it was worth it, very good build quality.
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider Ай бұрын
Great summary! The MPG is sweet. Another thing I should have mentioned
@Dante-do6ju
@Dante-do6ju Ай бұрын
Dear, can you tell me what windscreen you have on the Bonnie please? Tk u in advance. Regards from Germany.
@woodtickgreg6926
@woodtickgreg6926 Ай бұрын
@@Dante-do6ju I have a Madstad windscreen.
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider Ай бұрын
@Dante-do6ju there are several companies that make them. I’m familiar with Madstad. I have no connection with them but here’s a link for convenience. madstad.com/products/triumph-bonneville-t120-2016?_pos=2&_psq=triumph&_ss=e&_v=1.0
@Bluemaverick11
@Bluemaverick11 14 күн бұрын
What top trunk did your try? I have a 23' as well. Toured to the tail of the Dragon with a saddlebags and a duffle. I would like a good trunk option. I love my bike. It was great on the tail.
@mikepopelka2349
@mikepopelka2349 Ай бұрын
I've owned at least 25 motorcycles since 1964 and loved almost every one but there is something about my T120 that strikes the right note with me. The T120 is a motorcycle that you always want to look back at upon putting it away in the garage. Motorcycles are so good now compared to the "sixties" that dependability is no longer a major concern which makes the Bonneville that much more enjoyable to ride/own. My T120 is a 2020 model so it came with all the bells and whistles such as heated grips, center stand, passenger grab rail, radiator guard, and chrome engine valve covers as well as cruise control. I think this bike is going to be a keeper!
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider Ай бұрын
Awesome stuff to find the right fit in a motorcycle!
@SunofYork
@SunofYork 8 күн бұрын
I passed my bike test in Harrogate in 1963. (Tiger Cub). The T120 was seen as huge, powerful, dangerous, fast, the ultimate. Lots of people killed on them. Now it's a commuter bike ? My last bike up to 2 years ago was a Kawasaki 1000 SX.... 145hp 150mph... techno miracle..
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider 8 күн бұрын
@@SunofYork it is a commuter bike in my mind. But not because of its potential for speed or death. But because of the way a rider sits on the bike,the fact that it is not an over sized bagger and because of its easy to use tech. (Fewer distractions). As for death by bike, we can probably agree that any bike could do that if ridden without restraint.
@metalTriumph
@metalTriumph Ай бұрын
I have a 2017 and the sound is beautiful. Performance and handling is fantastic. its a very nice bike - maybe a bit small for me at 6'3 but pretty close. Long rides i find myself shuffling around the seat. I have added wider tracker (beach) bars which have helped my posture and it feels very relaxed. No need for any extra power as the 1200 is super tough
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider Ай бұрын
As a tall guy myself, I wanted to mention the seat as you did. The long bench allows for shifting around. And the wider bars would probably do a lot to resolve the one issue with corners. Agree with the 1200cc comment too. It felt strong to me! I wouldn’t change the sound either. Just really nice all around. Great comments
@mafosa8519
@mafosa8519 Ай бұрын
i can see how a steering damper would help. great bike and share!
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider Ай бұрын
Thanks for the comment! I’ve never tried a steering damper. I’m curious about their impact though.
@jeffbauer9406
@jeffbauer9406 Ай бұрын
I love mine. I mostly ride in rain mode. I do wish it had a lower 1st gear
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider Ай бұрын
I’ve heard the complaints about the first gear. And I admit that it’s not very usable. But 2-6 are nice and linear, which is really nice. Do you find that rain mode cures it or just improves the jerkiness of 1st?
@jeffbauer9406
@jeffbauer9406 Ай бұрын
I'm 64 years old and the rain mode is more mellow
@jeffbauer9406
@jeffbauer9406 Ай бұрын
The thing a don't like about 1st gear is it's hard to go slow in town without pulling in the clutch
@metalTriumph
@metalTriumph Ай бұрын
@@AnywhereRider i changed to a 41 rear tooth sprocket on mine and means that its not so luggy in 1st gear, and changes gear like a more sportier bike
@MrGranovski
@MrGranovski Ай бұрын
You should have taken it around harder corners, and then reported about that.
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider Ай бұрын
I did, but I didn’t show it on cam. But the time I scraped my toe on the ground was pretty sharp. But I can see your point in making it more clear. Thanks for the comment
@naturalforlife6741
@naturalforlife6741 Ай бұрын
I have a 1965 Triumph chopper. I have owned a 2012 Triumph Bonnie and regret selling it. I just ran out of room in the garage. I owned it for 8 year and had many adventures on it. I rode it 800 mile to Florida for vacation once without a wind shield non stop. I was worn out by the time I got there. I enjoy every ride except those that I crashed on. There were 2. The only thing I didn't like about it was the weight and the big fat gas tank. It need to loose 50 lbs. I cafed it out so it looked great.
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider Ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing that. I can relate to the limited garage space. We can’t have ‘em all but it would make it a better world if we could! As for the weight, it is a bit hefty. My take is that it’s an advantage on a highway. I’ve owned light bikes that were blown all over. But moving the Bonnie around the garage can be more than expected. - and yeah, there’s something cool about those cafe racers!
@ralphrotten1639
@ralphrotten1639 Ай бұрын
First Triumph was a 1960 Bonneville, now have a 2023 T120. Looks are reminiscent, but the new bike is much much better. All the Triumphs I've owned had a soul, but this new bike does everything. Good power, stops well, handles decent and sounds great. Heard some of the complaints, but I don't have any real ones other than why is the USB port under the seat? Now that's nitpicking. Bike hasn't had any problems. Yup, they're kinda expensive, but gotta admit it's worth it to this old nostalgic rider...
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider Ай бұрын
We should all ride what moves us. Your “soul” comment is right on. They have a soul. I also see that in my Indians. The battery tender under the seat isn’t so bad I think IF used that way. If converted and charging a USB, sure, not so convenient. But the T120 is Solid and smooth. Great time on it! Btw, did you like the longer fender on the early models?
@ralphrotten1639
@ralphrotten1639 Ай бұрын
Early models were more practical with the long fenders, easier to keep bike clean. Put an Extend a Fender on the new bikes front fender, it helps.
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider Ай бұрын
@@ralphrotten1639 that was my thought. Both have a certain cool factor to them but the dirt factor would be there. The Bonnie wouldn’t be very easy to clean
@mikeg9450
@mikeg9450 Ай бұрын
Triumph has really stepped up their game. That's a nice motorcycle. I had a friend in the late 70's that had a beautiful chopper with a 60's something Triumph motor in it. It had the shifter on the right and the brake on the left side. What a mind twister!
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider Ай бұрын
Not sure I could ride that bike. That would be nuts!
@guyfuller1369
@guyfuller1369 Ай бұрын
Really like the twin-clock setup in front. Might have kept my Speedmaster if it had featured those double dials.
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider Ай бұрын
Love the Speedmaster! Agree though, twin clocks would look amazing
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider Ай бұрын
A few things I failed to mention. The bike has a nice and simple to use (single button) cruise control. Rain and Road riding modes. Really smooth delivery. Good torque! Hope this helps. Ride Safe!
@ScottSpencer716
@ScottSpencer716 Ай бұрын
i love my ls2 helmet. Just picked mine up last week while in Tennessee to replace my eBay helmet. Not a huge fan of the full design, however, at least this one here does work well with my glasses and I do enjoy the vent on the top to keep my head cool. I had an 11 hour ride from Tennessee back to Buffalo New York and my head never sweat
@AnywhereRider
@AnywhereRider Ай бұрын
I’ve been tempted to look at others just to see. But so far, I’m sticking with the LS2. Fitting glasses under is a big deal. Much easier than taking off, putting on the helmet and then forcing the glasses on. I ride quite a bit and I have noticed the fabric under the chin can loosen up some. Nothing bad though. Thanks for the comment and for watching