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Triumph Bonneville Handlebar Wobble and How a Steering Damper can fix it.
Why does my handlebar wobble on my Triumph Bonneville? If you have experienced a handlebar wobble on your Triumph Bonneville while letting for a second, it may not be the tires, or the suspension, you just may need a steering damper. Here I compare how my Triumph Bonneville T120 handles with a Steering Damper. Also here is a link to one as well.
Steering Damper
www.diybikely.com/product-page/steering-damper-and-adapter-for-triumph-bonneville-t120-t100
On Amazon:
www.amazon.com/dp/B0D32NDZ1Q?ref=myi_title_dp
Steering Damper
www.diybikely.com/product-page/steering-damper-and-adapter-for-triumph-bonneville-t120-t100
On Amazon:
www.amazon.com/dp/B0D32NDZ1Q?ref=myi_title_dp
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How To Set Up Your Triumph Bonneville T120 For Touring | Top 5 Bonneville Upgrades For The Road.
Просмотров 31 тыс.11 месяцев назад
In this video, I go over my top five accessory upgrades in order to make the Triumph Bonneville T120 a better weekend trip, longer distance, touring bike. Can you tour on a Triumph Bonneville T120? In short, yes. There are some great accessories that can help with that. What are some of these accessories? Watch and see, and maybe it can help you save time and money. Highway Pegs, Forward Foot P...
Triumph Bonneville Highway Pegs Kit & Forward Foot Controls | How to ride the T120.
Просмотров 3,9 тыс.Год назад
Is there a forward highway peg solution for the Bonneville? Can you take your Bonneville on long rides with better rider ergonomics? Can you tour on a Bonneville? In short, yes. Here is a quick video I did on this part I purchased online, it's the Forward Highway Foot Peg Assembly Kit for The Triumph Bonneville T120 T100 bikes. Also works for the Speed Twins and Street Twins, I think. This one ...
Triumph Bonneville T120 or Speedmaster, Which one should you buy | little known facts
Просмотров 12 тыс.Год назад
If you're considering a Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster or T120, here is a quick video with a few little things that made me choose the T120. Both bikes have same engine and performance is similar, but here are small little differences that overtime are quite noticeable and made me realize I made the right choice. So, which Triumph should you buy? The Speedmaster, or the T120? Enjoy.
Triumph Bonneville T120 Black Review after two seasons and 3K miles
Просмотров 3 тыс.2 года назад
A quick video review that talks about whether I am still happy with my Triumph Bonneville T120 after 3K miles, and two seasons, as well as how the bike generally performed over that time.
Triumph Bonneville T120 Review, Straight to the point, why I bought one.
Просмотров 58 тыс.3 года назад
Thinking about buying a Triumph Bonneville T120? Here are my quick straight to the point reasons for buying a Triumph Bonneville T120 motorcycle and why you may want one as well, or not. No ads, not promos, just straight to the point. Lots of reviews give you statistics, and numbers. In this video I try to put it in plain language why I like this bike, and am happy to ride and own it, and why I...
Triumph Bonneville T120 Givi Trekker Pannier Boxes 360 Walk-Around Straight to the Point
Просмотров 12 тыс.3 года назад
Walking around the Triumph Bonneville T120 Black. A look at what the GIVI Trekker side boxes look like on a Triumph Bonneville T120 Black. Straight to the point quick look. This video shows what the GIVI trekker panniers look like on a Triumph T120. If you're thinking about purchasing some and not sure how they will look, this video is for you
I have this issue with my Bonneville, it seems to be caused by the rubbers where the handlebar clamps are mounted.
Out of curiosity, with the tall fix windscreen and your large luggage bags, what kind of gas mileage at 80 mph cruise do you get consistently?
Buy a GS😅
Want to stop wobble? Don't take your hands off of the bars. Seriously. The T120's design takes the mass of the rider's arms and shoulders into account, using them as dampers. There's never any legitimate reason to take both hands off of the grips. Just one hand resting lightly on a grip is all the damping that the design needs. Let's not go identifying problems that don't exist.
Those cases are butt ugly.
Did you ever look at the madstad detachable windshield made for the t120 I have one and it’s great
Hi, yes, that would be my choice out of the third party well known co.'s However, quite tall, aesthetically, meh. But works great, totally agree.
What leather palette did you go with?
@secutores, Chocolate, but I would ask them to send you a sample of colors, they will and then you can match. There is one that matches the stock brown on the t120 black as well.
I heard ground clearance could also be an issue. T120 has more clearance on top of center stand
Thanks for the comment. It's possible, the pegs on the Speedmaster are def a little lower and more forward, I can see it scraping during a good lean...
Any of you guys know if it would fit a street scrambler?
It would not, I think you would have to see about the sump plate, but you can always check with the company, they would know better.
Too big
Lol, for every day around town, yeah, for a longer ride, I like em, but I dont put them on every day.
Could you make a video about the suspension upgrade, cheers
Great video, do you think would be fine a trip 2up with this seat you got for touring, and the power is enough to take 2 people about 130kg together? And the stock rear suspension would be fine or an upgrade would be necessary, cheers!
I have sump plate under the bike and I wonder where you installed these pegs ? Do you think both can be used at the same time? if there is an install manual , can you share it ? thank you
I am not sure, although I did see a guy with a sump plate and the pegs, it was the OEM one. I had the Motone, and it was too tall. You'd have to check with the company to see for your particular one, ask and see. But def check before you buy. Ride safe.
I have this problem which is more severe than your bike on my 2008 Triumph Speedmaster it a common problem on most bikes but some models are worse than others why a steering damper or at least the provision to fit a factory one isn't standard my bike has fork shrouds so you cant put a clamp on the fork leg
I think u can fit one from the side, but I am not aware of any kits for the older Speedmaster. Most universal ones are from the side.
Nice upgrades. I went with the Triumph touring windscreen knowing that it won't completely shield me. It takes a good bit of the wind off of my chest which is a good thing when touring but I still get wind on my shoulders & face which is also good since the screen isn't adjustable. I used to ride FJR's with the adjustable windscreen so one could put wind on or off you depending on the temperature. I went with the Hepco & Becker C-Bow mounting brackets and bags. I have a variety of bags including one's similar to your Givis. The brackets also are very unobtrusive when bags are left off.
Thanks for your comments. Hepco & Becker are good bags too.
@bike_addict I like the brackets for lashing/tie downs on your Givis, that's a nice feature.
Your Vid is very helpful, as currently I am planning on doing a 2 month trip in Canada (shipping T120 from UK) in 2025 and then USA in 2026 and was considering changing to a GT Pro, but now I have seen what is possible for upgrade I am now thinking stick with T120 and just upgrade a few things (will certainly be cheaper than trading in for a GT Pro)
Thanks for your comment. The upgrades do help, although the Tiger is one good bike. I've takne 300-400 mile trips before, but the winds in the mountains are strong, love the Bonneville but for an adventure like that, I dunno, I guess you have to test it out right?
You butchered it
I would strongly disagree. There could be an argument for the traditional colored Bonnies, but the Black... looks boring stock. Triumph made it to do something diffferent, seems like blank canvas to me. and besides it doesn't look like that all the time, but it sure is comfy and enjoyable. Ride safe.
Any thoughts on how it effects low speed in city steering?
Thanks for writing. Above 30 is when is was happening to me.. Watch the speedometer in the video, that may help to give you an idea of speed, etc.
Great video... but what is the windshield you are using later in the video with the Black Moulding around the edge? It's at 6:25 on the video. It does not appear to be either of the windshields you talk about earlier in the video. Is this a different model windshield? And your thoughts about it?
Same windshield, just took off the black striping that comes with it.
I personally like the removable, mostly due to the wind locking down the front end, the front is def not my favorite part.
@@bike_addict Thanks for replying.... 1 more question? Do you like the darker smokey color removeable windshield ....versus a clear one?
By Same windshield to you mean the Triumph more permanent one? Or does that black border go on the Removable windshiels?
@@paullandry5907The border is on the Triumph Permenent Long Haul screen. On the removable, I chose the tinted one because I have the black model, I think otherwise, I probably would have went with the clear one honestly. I will say that I am not a fan of the national cycle logo on there, and wish it was blank, but again, for the times i use and take off, works. And for the 10 times a summer I used it, the $120 is well worth it. I have owned it now for 3 years. I think it paid for itself, it's a little wobbly though. Just FYI, but hangs in there even at 90 mph
The rear brake pedal is to low. No real adjustment can be made.
Yes, much agree
@@bike_addict I ended up taking the assembly out n adjusting it to the safest max. Better, just not 100%
I have this problem with my 2024 bonnie
Thanks for writing, yeah, it's an issue, not sure how many folks actually check.
did you have to loosen the front brake banjos and push them back? mine hits the banjo and line. 2024 bonne
Not sure how everyone's bike is, but mine, after I had the brake's flushed, the lines were sticking out, so I did CAREFULLY loosen the line a bit and titles the lines down, and it doesn't hit. Also played around with shifting the Damper to the right, etc so that it was able to move, but it works great! Did u adjust yours?
You gotta be careful, I felt like the lines were pressurized so, I loosened minimally, I didn't wanna get any air bubbles in there or something.
I would go with a proper motorcycle more suitable for highways in the 1st place, it just not meant to travel on high speed long runs
While it may not be the best bike to cross country, it can certainly do 300 miles a day easy. I think I have to mention in the next video that my bike doesn't always look like this. I think people assume I ride like this everyday. But most of the time, it's pretty stripped down.
Great video. One question. What is that thingy on top of passenger grab rail in the rear. It looks like you can attach a flag pole. Do you probably have a DIY passanger back rest that goes there? If so, any suggestions of where to get it?
Yes, it's for a GoPro, and a backrest.
I used to live in Glenview Il. Always took Exit 48 Willow Rd. Great memories.
Yeah! It is the Willow Rd Exit. Good eye! It's a fun stretch there with the ability to throttle a little bit.
I would check tire wear, wheel bearings and steering head first. I guess you already did so?
@fabiopunk1661 Yeah, it was happening since new, I ended up switching to new tires, as well as reworked the suspension, not just for this, but for general improvement. I would say factory flaw, it would be nice if Triumph included a damper with the bike, if it's gonna wobble all crazy. Thanks for watching.
Thank you for that especially as it’s a safety point. I am planning on getting a T120 so I will certainly see if it occurs.
Thanks for your comment. It's an excellent bike! the damper pretty much sets it right. I
Really nice review, thanks mate.
The position you describe is not an advantage. You say that you change the position of your legs, your back. It's not good. That means you go numb. For me is beter with legs in front. I like the two clocks, tachometer and speedometer. Are ok. The Speedmaster doesn't have them. Triumph speedmaster is good and I plan to buy one. A good day and "dry asphalt" I say from Romania.
Thanks for writing. I actually like the single clock on the Speedmaster. I will save, I love the relax on the bike, very peaceful. Thanks! Ride Safe
I saw a speed master with mini apes that changed the riding position somewhat and looked like a Harley Street Bob
I completely agree with you. Years ago, I stopped riding when I had sons to raise and now that they are grown and I am comfortably retired, here we are. I was going to buy a Fat Bob but the sales manager was quite dishonest, so I visited a dealer that buys and sells a large amount of used bikes. Keep in mind that I still thought Triumph was long dead, yet when I walked into the store, there sat a black/white 2018 Speedmaster. I sat on the bike, it was comfortable, so I bought it. Now that I have ridden it for a month, I realize that the handlebars and seat I want are from a T120, I hate the rear brake location, and the bike is too heavy, feeling somewhat clumsy. To make matters worse a friend of 50 years, offered to give me a completely rebuilt and professionally modified Honda 750-4, and I thought this Speedmaster would be better, and it isn't. This thing will be decorating my garage, and I will buy a T120 or a Speed Twin. Anyway, many thanks for the video.
Thanks for sharing. I do like the FatBob, for some reason that rectangular light, and the ergonomics speak to me on that bike. But yes, the sales staff at Harley is like visiting an shady used car dealership.
@@bike_addict Thanks for the reply. One's general body position on the Fat Bob weren't typical of a Harley. I was actually more interested in finding an old Harley XR-750, because I don't intend to ride to hell and back, just zip around on a beautiful morning, enjoying my retirement and listen to folks say, "what the hell is that"??
@@johnosborn2555 That's the way to do it!
They really do look good !
Thanks, pretty solid aluminum, have come in handy.
Your cases are really nice.
Glad you like them!
I got a Speed Bag for my bike. It's perfect.
Thanks for writing. Yeah, a Speed Bag is a great option too.
Jesus!! So useful!! I wish I could find a video like this one for Europe!!! Any hints?
Thanks for writing. I'm sure there are some. I find that for every bike I buy, I end up viewing all the vids about all the stuff I didn't know about beforehand.
I installed the DIYBikely highway pegs on my T120 -- barely fit above the OEM Sump Plate, but it fit -- it's a really tight space to tighten the bolts and took me a few hours overall -- but love the addition and riding with them
Yeah, Triumph does not make it easy to get highway pegs! A couple hours, wow. Now that I think about it, it took me a bit too. Although I also agree, Being tall, they help a lot on longer rides.
Wait, did u say u installed it over the Skid Plate?? How did that fit?? That seems super tall?
I added not only the Givi side cases you have but also a rear rack and Givi top case matching the Givi side cases you have. Triumph and Givi both make a rear rack for the T120 Triumph Bonneville
Nice, I mostly ride solo so I never got a top rack, but I'm sure it helps with two-up
Purchased a 2023 T120 Bonneville in December…..the classic blue and white color…..Love the Triumph design…..old school look….also have a 2023 Triumph Thruxton RS in black and chrome one year only model….have on order the 2024 Triumph Thruxton FE .. the last year for production…
Thanks for the comment. That's a few good ones in the stable.
anyone install these highway pegs with the OEM Sump/Bash plate -- looks like the bash plate would get in the way of the install
thx for the video -- any chance you can add some video with a front view to show how they're attached/mounted to the bike
What is the SKU for the rack and the boxes? Or if you can provide a link to these products that would be great. I’m looking to get the exact same set up. Thank you
That's a great guide for transforming one of the best looking, elegant, and well-designed motorcycles ever done, in the ugliest assembly of c..p you can see in a road. I know, I know, everyone has a different taste. If you like it, happy for you. Personally, if I ever find myself adding hard box panniers, huge windshields, additional footpegs on my T120, the only possible conclusion is that I should have bought a different motorbike.
Hmm, not unless u love the bike, but want some versatility. Without the panniers, I wouldn't own a T120.
nice video, is this bike good enough and usually commutingfriendly? foor daily use and weekend Turing? Any way great video Be safe & God bless
Thanks for your comment. Daily use would depend on climate, but you can easily do 200-300 miles a day on it. Not sure if you could do 300 on the highway though, def need a windshield and a comfy seat.
@@bike_addict Thanks for your message, I drive to work every day and sometimes on the highway, so I think it would be wise to have a windshield and a comfortable saddle
It's a really nice looking bike! 🏍😎
Thanks so much! It's a great combo of fun, and good performance.
Does the pillion have enough room for the legs with those panniers attached?
Thanks for writing. Yes, plenty of room, I had a pillion at 5'7" and quite comfortable, the boxes also come in handy as a grab bar.
Just watched your video (10 Jan 24). I would really like to have those highway pegs! Would you know if they are still available? I’ve tried looking them up but couldn’t find then.
Thanks for watching, they help, here is a link www.amazon.com/Highway-Forward-Foot-Triumph-Bonneville/dp/B0CDSXHBW9/ref=sr_1_3?crid=3LLZMS53O1LVV&keywords=triumph+bonneville+t120+highway+pegs+kit&qid=1704893632&sprefix=triumph+bonneville+t120+highway+pegs+kit%2Caps%2C92&sr=8-3
Here is the classic pegs version www.ebay.com/itm/134847476223?fits=Submodel%3AT120%7CModel%3ABonneville%7CMake%3ATriumph&hash=item1f658931ff:g:HdYAAOSwieRk2R4e&amdata=enc%3AAQAIAAAA4Bp0obAzVT5J4s6CsAK0CIBZlomIgAcDyuNFYJ4qgD%2FQBjN9vt1XMHmXfwmrNTnXbvXsa%2FJU39TSBFCevzCRLdvnOk7dl2ThHWk5%2Bmzinoyseq72WSFwrKp8AWpKxf5%2B94NQfl8O0egbIFyC%2B0YKXrgIbxRHyQUPJ8qUs22mR7iJMLXvWOZx%2BzZCRXF%2Fi4ai6YDAjiWoiCxfpLIhJxP6LEmyyUTWpozeQHmvX5pC9LudzJ4XCS4YuVqW5RuzPHOs8RAcVf89j5iMcwgP5IgX4QAUU8xEqvhGbNgl4z4CmWGQ%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR4bfyLmeYw
thanks great job
Thanks for the comment and for watching. Ride safe!
I have a Speedmaster and love it. Had several Harleys before and the Speedmaster is such a better ride. I am only 5’9” so it fits me perfect.
Speedmaster is a nice one, I like to think of it as a refined Softail slim, but that's just me.
Boxes are water resistant???... For those prices you should be able to put them on the outside of a Submarine!!!... LOL good stuff thanks for posting...
They have seals on them, I assume so, I've had them in some rain, but not in the storm.
Actually, they are called highway pegs, not forward controls. Triumph sells (quite expensive) forward control kits
Yes, more like highway pegs, correct.
I put the fox rear shocks on n made a huge difference. I will also put uograded shocks on the front. Was looking for highway pegs. I will try the ones you have. I currently have Burley soft luggage. I might upgrade,
Thanks for the comment. The Fox shocks are on my list for this year. I had Hagons, and took them off. Burley have a good look to them.
The Fox shocks were expensive but very noticeable