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Thanks for sharing your experience. It’s all in the adjustment! Glad you enjoyed the video and hope you will become a subscriber. If you have any requests for a particular topic for a video, please let me know. Ride Safe

I rode Harley many years and had 5 Harleys, which were excellent bikes. Hate to see it what they are doing to the company. Glad you shared your experience and commented. Hope you will consider subscribing. If you have any ideas for future videos please let me know.

Yes it is a bit messy, but in my defense it would be a lot cleaner if he had a center stand. Glad you commented. Hope you will consider subscribing. If you have any ideas for future videos please let me know.

Glad you shared your experience and commented. I would suggest you give Triumph a look before going back to Japanese bikes. I have ridden since I was 15 and I'm now 70. I absolutely love my T120 and think it was the best decision I have made. Affordable, easy to roll around the garage, I can flat foot it, and its only 500 lbs. Hope you will consider subscribing. If you have any ideas for future videos please let me know.

That's some awesome chain mileage! Did you do anything special as far as lube or cleaning? Good idea about the roller at HF. When I bought my T120 I had a center stand installed before I took it home. A center stand is worth every penny! Glad you shared your experience and commented. Hope you will consider subscribing. If you have any ideas for future videos please let me know.

@@ridingonabudget I'm older and was less likely to stress (beat on) the bike like someone who is in their 20's. The first 4 or 5 years I owned that bike I took it on several cross country road trips. I always lubed the chain at the end of every day, while the chain was still warm. Then it could sit over night before starting out again the next morning. I usually used Maxima Chain Wax or occasionally the same PJ-1. At home, I would scrub it with a chain brush and kerosene when it got dirty. The first chain replacement, the one at 29,600 miles, was only 3 years-1 month after purchase. The zx-14 saw a lot of miles with ZERO issues! The seat from a Kawasaki Concours 14, a taller windscreen, a set of bar risers, a center stand, and I was good for some 6-700 mile days.

You are sooo right. I was a little put off with the plastic fenders because they scream DisposaCycle. Just imagine if someone tries to recommission one of these in 20-40 years. The plastic fenders would be brittle and useless and there sure will not be replacement parts. I also agree the rear brake lever is too low and has no adjustment. I thought about finding a small rubber pedal and bolting it onto the existing pedal, but couldn't find anything suitable. Glad you shared your experience and commented. Hope you will consider subscribing. If you have any ideas for future videos please let me know.

Glad you shared your experience and commented. Hope you will consider subscribing. If you have any ideas for future videos please let me know.

I wasn’t saying anything much of importance). Thanks for commenting though.

Bob I think you responded to the wrong video ) Glad you commented though, ride safe.

Bob that is an awesome chain maintenance schedule. How many miles do you typically get on a chain before replacement? How about miles between adjustments? Hope you found this video helpful.

I've never had to replace a chain and sprocket set yet. The last motorcycle only had about 14,000 miles on it when I sold it. The chain was still good when I sold it. In the time that I had it, I think I adjusted the chain twice. Standardized slack adjustment - from my current Kawasaki motorcycle manual - says 10 to 20 mm of chain slack. Basically 1/2 inch or so. I don't run the bike hard and it's a street motorcycle. I'm not interested in the adventure bikes. I'm a street rider.

Thanks for the comment and sub! I subscribed you back. I looked at one of those before I bought my Triumph T120. Since you are a fellow small RUclipsr I would really appreciate it if you would look thru my published videos and let me know what type of content do you enjoy the most. I'm trying to set some goals for the channel in 2025 and would really appreciate the feedback. Cheers, Ride safe and we will see ya down the road! Please let me know if you have any ideas for videos you would like to see from this side of the pond.

​@ridingonabudget Well thank you for the sub good sir , it's much appreciated 👏 I'm always interested in modding & upgrades on all different bikes, Mods that are available or unique to whatever bike is being filmed & videos of instals if possible. The way we can change bikes to our own preferences is good viewing for me, I enjoyed the sprocket upgrade video you did, good fun & valuable info , Cheers

Sounds like you have discovered the same issues I have been experiencing. I to got rid of my heavy cruiser and bought a lighter smaller bike, from a family owned dealership. Best decision I made in a long time. Hope you are enjoying the channel and will subscribe. If you have any ideas for a video please let me know. Ride Safe in 2025.

I had a CB 450 back in the day. Now that I look back over all the bikes I have owned, I realize just how good Honda engineering and design was back then. Hope you like the channel and will subscribe. If you have any ideas for videos please let me know.

I subd and liked. In Ga we have a good long riding season. So my whole family rides. My kids got jap bikes back then. Now, my grandkids all have chinese ssr bikes. Chinese, Indian bikes are most affordable and quality is better every year.

Amen, but most new riders don't seem to realize that. Hope you will subscribe and if you have any ideas for videos please let me know.

It’s a sad situation isn’t it. I owned and rode Harleys for many years, but I can’t afford to keep doing that. I’d love to see Harley turn around but with their current leadership there is little chance of that. Hope you enjoyed the video and will consider subscribing.

I hear ya. I tried to buy one of the new Sportsters, but wow are they expensive. So I went with the Triumph T120 for thousands less than Harley wanted. Glad you enjoyed the video, let me know if you have any ideas for new videos this coming year.

You are correct! I found an article published in 2024 that said the policy existed over the last decade. I missed the fact that Levatich was let go in 2019/2020. My apologies for my mistake. However, that policy does not seem to have been rescinded by the current administration. As a long time Harley rider and HOG club member it deeply saddens me to see that our historic, America First company has declined. But, I believe the point I was making in the video is still valid. HD leadership focused on producing the fewest bikes for the highest profits and ignored the loyal Harley riders in order to maximize short term profits. I did not mention in the video that the current CEO dropped the Dyna and Evo Sportster (both two of the most popular and affordable models in the lineup). I tried to buy a one of the new Sportster last year but just didn't have the money to pay the $18-20,000 asking price. Thanks for commenting and helping to keep my content accurate. I noticed you handle is cb750 1974 is that what you ride? I rode a CB 450 all thru high school and college. My riding buddy had a cb750 and it was an awesome bike. Ride safe and we will see ya down the road.

@@ridingonabudget Yes, I do have a 1974 cb750k and a KZ1000J and a VT1100 Shadow/Sabre. I love Harley but they cost too much. Zeitz has not rescinded the current dealer size, footprint, etc but it's not like new Harley dealers are popping up here and there.

You got that right! Ride Safe and enjoy your bikes!

Glad we could give you a laugh. We try not to take ourselves too seriously and enjoy having a good time doing projects like this with our riding buddies. Hope you will consider subscribing. Maybe we can keep ya laughing!

Great idea. I’m up on electric vehicles and will soon be including electric motorcycles on the channel. I’ll work on a factual report about the issues they pose to us. One of the things that concerns me is the EV mandate that is in place in England. Our new President will repeal the mandate in the US so we don't have to worry about being pushed into electric bikes. But the rest of the world may have an issue staying on an ICE bike.

Glad to see you are still on two wheels. I'm 70 years old and have been riding since I was 15. My channel pretty much focuses on us older riders who are trying to stay in the saddle as long as we can. I bought a Triumph T120 in 2024 after selling my 1600 Yamaha Road Star cruiser (700lbs). The T120 (500 lbs) is about the size of the Honda CB450 I rode through high school and college, but its 1200cc with a lot more power. It also is much easier to ride than the big Yamaha. Based on what I have seen in my lifetime, it seems that motorcycle sales are somewhat cyclical. Booming in one decade, crashing in others. But when our young people only have a limited time to observe the industry it can appear that it is on a path of total extinction. But when one considers decades of the industry they realize it will never totally die out. Thanks for the great comment and subscribing! If you have any requests for particular content please let me know, I'm always looking for good video ideas from our subscribers.

HI Bob, saw your comment & had to reply, I also own a Vulcan S , it's a great fun bike to ride , I enjoy it so much I started a channel around it, modding it is really good fun also, reliable engine & doesn't break the bank , Hope you enjoy yours also, Cheers & ride safe

I think it may depend on the internal mechanism that actually measures the torque. Torque wrench history and design is a pretty deep rabbit hole. I considered doing a full video on torque wrenches, but honestly there is already some pretty good torque wretch content on You Tube. Glad you enjoyed the short and hope you will subscribe to the channel. Lots of good stuff coming this year.

I really appreciate your support! Looking forward to our next bike nite at Bill-E's Restaurant!

I smile every time I roll my T120 out of the garage and don't have to take a break to recover from the effort. As we all get older it gets harder to swing your right leg over a high seat. But the mid-pegs of the Triumph make it simple to stand up while the bike is on the side stand and swing a leg over. I just added a Madstad windshield and it is a huge improvement. Check out the video that shows the installation process. ruclips.net/video/LxoIlK8iMjk/видео.html I'm planning on adding a hard top box next. Love my Triumph!

You adjust the chain tensioners first, check the chain tension, then when the tension is correct tighten the axle nut. Recheck the chain tension and you are done. I am going to do a follow up video that shows have to check and set the chain tension. So please subscribe so you see it when it comes out.

Bill-E thanks for the help with this project. On to our next adventure!

Great way to state that. Much more accurate to say "Lowest Setting". I just bought a new Craftsman torque wrench and will make that correction on the next video we make.

I made a short to explain the correct method you suggested. Thanks for your help!

Thanks for watching the video. Hope you will consider subscribing.

I’m just 5-5

You’re going to love it! It makes a huge difference.

Glad you like the windshield. It is a great addition to the bike.

Glad you enjoyed the video!

Glad you enjoyed the video and the event! It was the perfect day for riding.

Honestly any kind of bike, skate board, roller skates, Segway, etc. can be dangerous for anyone. Its really the operator that determines how safe any vehicle is.

I pretty much made the same decision. I have been riding all my life and have had 5 Harleys, including a Road King, Hondas (Goldwing), Yamahas (Venture Royale and Road Star -700lbs) BMW, and 2 Norton Commandos. I almost dropped the Road Star and pulled a groin muscle in the process. That's when I made up my mind that something would have to change or my riding days were over. I had ridden the T120 several years ago and it reminded me of my Honda CB 450 that I rode during high school and college. At just over 500 lbs and with plenty of power it was a perfect bike for us older guys. I looked at all the mid size bikes that the dealers had, Honda Rebel, Harley Sportster, Kawasaki Eliminator, Suzuki Cruiser, and finally stopped at D&D. D&D is a family owned shop and operates like it. You don't get the game playing like you get at one of those corporate dealers. Like at the Harley dealer where they wanted to charge 30% interest on a $20K Sportster. The price D&D quoted was the price I paid, the deal was straight forward and I didn't feel like I was getting screwed by a used car dealer. Of all the motorcycle dealers in our area Id have to say I would trust D&D way above any of the corporate dealerships. Don't wait any longer you will absolutely love the T120. I added a center stand when I bought mine. D&D sold it to me at cost and installed it for free. They will install accessories for free when you first take delivery. Not gonna get a deal like that anywhere else. Glad you like the video, hope you will consider subscribing.

Did you try rotating the bars upward in the stock clamp? Obtaining accessories for the Yamaha cruisers is getting more difficult. You may have a problem actually finding a set of risers of any kind. They were installed on my bike when I bought it, so I cant shed any light on doing that project. Glad the video was helpful, hope you will consider subscribing.

Thanks for watching the video.

Yes, its a pretty good price for the features it has. This marks the beginning of EV coverage by the ROAB channel. Ill be covering more EV Moto action when the new Livewire dealership opens up.

Glad this helped. You can really hurt yourself if you try to pull up a really heavy bike. This method will save your back, and make it much easier to get your bike up on the center stand. Thanks for the comment and hope you subscribe. Merry Christmas!

Thank you for sharing your experience! It’s always great to hear how upgrades can enhance the ride. Enjoy your Triumph!