My main complaint with a bike that has spoke wheels it should have a center stand. Then tire/ tube repairs can be done on the roadside. 99% of the time flats occur on the rear wheel.
As an older harley rider I recently test rode a T120 several times with a view to buying a lighter machine. Unfortunately I found the open road wind blast was just too harsh after owning a harley heritage. Unlike harley davidson, triumph havn't backed up their great bikes with great wind screen options as yet. Cheers for the great review.
I've had one for 6 years now. I changed the Phantom tyres when they wore out but the I'm very pleased I did change them as they were REALLY bad in the wet. Much better now though. I did have a major issue with the wiring, which alll had to be replaced when it was out of the warranty period. Luckily, via my local Troumph dealer (Maquina Motors, Barcelona) they managed to negotiate with Triumph and the whole thing was covered by them, was was obviously good, but I was not happy that it happened at all. Overall though, I'm very pleased with it.
Thanks Nick, good to hear your comments. Shame no long journeys, but understand the reasons. I’ve done 300 miles on my T120 black since beginning of June, absolutely love it although my Honda Blackbird needs a run to be honest. Following you clothing review I bought the Merlin Shenstone air jacket and Merlin Leigh gloves. Very comfortable but I thought they would be having seen yours. They are black not Olive just in case we bump into each other in Ambleside😂. As always, thanks for a good video and look forward to future releases. Take care. Mike
Thanks Mike 👍 I will be doing some trips on the Bonny but for big ones understandably I will take the tiger. Awesome re the jacket and gloves 🧤 🍺 cheers
Love the Bonneville..looks great. To buy one I would need to sell my 2008 Honda CB1300s which Ive owned since 2009 and is a lovely bike which is really holding its price. Ive decided when it gets too heavy for me (Im 71) Ill look at getting a lighter bike. Bonneville will be near top of my list although isnt significantly lighter.
I must be the younger version of you !!! I have a 2017 Trophy SE and a T120 Gold Line. Really debating trading the Trophy SE for the new 1200 Tiger ?? not too sure the Tiger is a better Touring model than my Trophy SE. Yep it has the new bells and whistles but my Trophy is a mile muncher. In the US i have ridden 900km 5 days in row on that machine. Not sure if the ADV bikes are as good as the sport touring models... Looking forward to more reviews on the big Tiger. Ride safe Nick!!!!
Hi Nick. Swapped out my Scrambler 900 for a Tiger GT 900 and that was a great decision. Fantastic bike, so best of both worlds with that and my T120. Regards Den
You said you'll do you own maintenance. Does that include doing your own valve adjustments. I believe they are the shim adjusters. Thanks. Gary Prescott AZ
@@MOTOUK1I did wonder if you had px it , I traded my Yamaha MT10sp out also recently which was a rench for a new 2023/4 Triumph Street triple RS but very happy with it😁😁
I am the same size as you, I was thinking I needed to get the Scrambler XE, but now not so sure! Which bike too you think works better on the road ? By the way, there are some beautiful custom Triumph’s from Thailand on RUclips.
Speed twin is more sporty naked bike, go sit on both see which suits. If you like the more classic look then the Bonneville. Speed has slightly better brakes.
Hi after watching your Speedmaster reviews I have changed my mind and ordered one I took Bobber out but prefer what the Speedmaster offers great reviews Thanks 😊
Hello, just wondering- how it feels on a highway at the speed around 100-110 km/h? Thinking about Tiger 900/Bonneville 120. Love bonny engine with torque at low rpms but also love to do some exploration. So on the fence about those two. Thank you
Hi 👋 well the Bonny doesn’t have wind protection but is in clean air and ok at those speeds no problem. The tiger has decent screen so better for longer tour and trips
Also does it have "fork dive" in the front? I recently rode a Honda CB1000R and it broke my heart when I felt the front wheel suddenly fall off, or pull, or dive after I turned the handlebar a few degrees. I am used to my BMW GS which has a damper to prevent this. I am now considering this Triumph and plan to ride one soon, but wondered if you noticed any fork dive on it.
The Bonny as I own it has non adjustable forms and the suspension is soft as it’s a classic. Also the speed front forks are non adjustable but firmer than Bonny. On my T120 I put progressive springs in front forks as I’m 90 kg and feels better now. If you have a GS then any other bike will feel dive
My main complaint with a bike that has spoke wheels it should have a center stand. Then tire/ tube repairs can be done on the roadside. 99% of the time flats occur on the rear wheel.
As an older harley rider I recently test rode a T120 several times with a view to buying a lighter machine. Unfortunately I found the open road wind blast was just too harsh after owning a harley heritage. Unlike harley davidson, triumph havn't backed up their great bikes with great wind screen options as yet. Cheers for the great review.
I don’t think the bonneville is a windscreen type of bike really just my opinion, also there are many screens for touring for this bike on the market.
The wind resistance above 120kph / 70mph is pretty insane. But I do think the aesthetics of the bike don't lend themselves to a large screen though.
I ride a 2011 Bonneville with the dart screen and do tours on it. I cruise along at around 110 kph the wind doesn't bother me.
One of the best bikes, especially with Pirelli Scorpion Rally tyres.
philosopher
I've had one for 6 years now. I changed the Phantom tyres when they wore out but the I'm very pleased I did change them as they were REALLY bad in the wet. Much better now though. I did have a major issue with the wiring, which alll had to be replaced when it was out of the warranty period. Luckily, via my local Troumph dealer (Maquina Motors, Barcelona) they managed to negotiate with Triumph and the whole thing was covered by them, was was obviously good, but I was not happy that it happened at all. Overall though, I'm very pleased with it.
Really enjoyed the video I love mine I’ve had it from new six weeks now can’t fault it I’m touring Europe in August can’t wait ,thanks mate 👍
Thanks Nick, good to hear your comments. Shame no long journeys, but understand the reasons. I’ve done 300 miles on my T120 black since beginning of June, absolutely love it although my Honda Blackbird needs a run to be honest. Following you clothing review I bought the Merlin Shenstone air jacket and Merlin Leigh gloves. Very comfortable but I thought they would be having seen yours. They are black not Olive just in case we bump into each other in Ambleside😂. As always, thanks for a good video and look forward to future releases. Take care. Mike
Thanks Mike 👍 I will be doing some trips on the Bonny but for big ones understandably I will take the tiger. Awesome re the jacket and gloves 🧤 🍺 cheers
Awesome. I love mine and definitely find it does whatever i ask.. agree about the tubed tyres though, they are my one concern.
Love the Bonneville..looks great. To buy one I would need to sell my 2008 Honda CB1300s which Ive owned since 2009 and is a lovely bike which is really holding its price. Ive decided when it gets too heavy for me (Im 71) Ill look at getting a lighter bike. Bonneville will be near top of my list although isnt significantly lighter.
Love the CB1300 too
You can get a conversion kit to use Tubeless tyres. Friend of mine has done it
Yes I may do this conversion 👍
Great video young man, enjoyed it.😊
Thanks young man 😂👍
Beautiful bike that needs to be ridden more! Nice review thanks
Thanks, I know I need to ride it more 🤣👍
That 6 months has flown by. Crazy.
It has, I find time passes so fast as you get older. Enjoy every day, 👍
Nice review. Looking at one of these to add to the garage to go with my triple black 1250 GSA. You're living the life!!!
Thanks 🙏 life is for living 😆
That's absolutely pretty cool
Thanks 🙏
Go for Avon Road Ryder tyres.
I'm on my second set now after the original Bridgestones.
2005 Bonnie
Will take a look thanks 🙏 happy new year 🥳🍾🥂
I must be the younger version of you !!! I have a 2017 Trophy SE and a T120 Gold Line. Really debating trading the Trophy SE for the new 1200 Tiger ?? not too sure the Tiger is a better Touring model than my Trophy SE. Yep it has the new bells and whistles but my Trophy is a mile muncher. In the US i have ridden 900km 5 days in row on that machine. Not sure if the ADV bikes are as good as the sport touring models... Looking forward to more reviews on the big Tiger. Ride safe Nick!!!!
That’s a nice ride the trophy 👍 I’m looking forward to getting some distance in on the tiger, was effortless last Aug trip to Switzerland 🇨🇭 👍
Hi Nick.
Swapped out my Scrambler 900 for a Tiger GT 900 and that was a great decision. Fantastic bike, so best of both worlds with that and my T120.
Regards
Den
Good choice!
Wonderful bike! Thank you🏍️
Thanks for tuning in 🙏👍
You said you'll do you own maintenance. Does that include doing your own valve adjustments. I believe they are the shim adjusters. Thanks.
Gary
Prescott AZ
No the valve one will go to the dealer
Always enjoy your videos now you have the T120 and the 1200 Tiger what's happened to the MT10 Sp have sold it or what ?
Thanks 🙏 yes I traded the 10 in against the Tiger 👍
@@MOTOUK1I did wonder if you had px it , I traded my Yamaha MT10sp out also recently which was a rench for a new 2023/4 Triumph Street triple RS but very happy with it😁😁
@@nigeldean3315 awesome love the RS, congrats 🥳
I am the same size as you, I was thinking I needed to get the Scrambler XE, but now not so sure!
Which bike too you think works better on the road ?
By the way, there are some beautiful custom Triumph’s from Thailand on RUclips.
Both great bikes hard to choose
Nice review man. It’s just BLACK. I hate black bikes, even more, black pipes ffs. Never mind. I’ll get a red one.😅
Thanks 🙏 🤣
You can't patch a tube?
Love the look of the Bonneville but always thought it a bit small. I'm only a little taller and heavier than you so perhaps it's not??
Test one Richard, it’s an amazing bike. Although I think you’ll love next weekends loaner better 😉
Nice video, how do you compare it to the Speed Twin, I'm debating to buy one or the other.
Speed twin is more sporty naked bike, go sit on both see which suits. If you like the more classic look then the Bonneville. Speed has slightly better brakes.
How has the exhaust paint faired over time?
Still looks brand new
I cannot make my mind up if I should buy this bike or the Bobber😮
Both great bikes I love them both, the T120 fit my needs more though at this time.
@@MOTOUK1 cheers bud 👍
I’ve watched your reviews all morning I’m off to order a Bobber 😊
Hi after watching your Speedmaster reviews I have changed my mind and ordered one I took Bobber out but prefer what the Speedmaster offers great reviews Thanks 😊
@@davideccles1617 🤣 speedmaster more practical imo
Hello, just wondering- how it feels on a highway at the speed around 100-110 km/h? Thinking about Tiger 900/Bonneville 120. Love bonny engine with torque at low rpms but also love to do some exploration. So on the fence about those two. Thank you
Hi 👋 well the Bonny doesn’t have wind protection but is in clean air and ok at those speeds no problem. The tiger has decent screen so better for longer tour and trips
Do you have a link for those fork springs? I'm about the same weight as you, so I'm interested in getting those.
In this video description ruclips.net/video/AzKo_LovA1A/видео.html
Also does it have "fork dive" in the front? I recently rode a Honda CB1000R and it broke my heart when I felt the front wheel suddenly fall off, or pull, or dive after I turned the handlebar a few degrees. I am used to my BMW GS which has a damper to prevent this. I am now considering this Triumph and plan to ride one soon, but wondered if you noticed any fork dive on it.
The Bonny as I own it has non adjustable forms and the suspension is soft as it’s a classic. Also the speed front forks are non adjustable but firmer than Bonny. On my T120 I put progressive springs in front forks as I’m 90 kg and feels better now. If you have a GS then any other bike will feel dive
anyone know if N.America gets the same emissions setup/ECU, as Euros ?
I don’t know, I would imagine different
I thought the Bonneville T120 had tubeless tires.
No they are tubed
@@MOTOUK1 But is that a bad thing?
@@Roy_Camachonot really unless you get a puncture on a big trip
How tall are you sir?
Nevermind, you covered it, thanks.
Do you want a T120 for company to France.......and aged owner?????
Thanks Laurie, I’m taking my tiger now to Venice so not France I’m afraid
@@MOTOUK1 Fantastic. I must change my soap 😞
@@lauriebloggs8391 loved the sailing ⛵️ video on your channel. We also love sailing too 👍
@@MOTOUK1 I do sail ( and canoe/wildcamp occasionally) but wasn't aware I had a channel??????!!!!!! 🙂
The chrome version looks much better.
They are all nice 👌