That would be one of the last Bonnevilles made around 1982 wouldn't it. I had a Tiger Trail '82 - very tall gearing but single Amal carb always worked well with a tickle and one kick. Very reliable bike.
Thanks, although the gear selector quadrants are easy to assemble with their 'timings' out of step, which will cause gear selection problems on these machines. Usually the gear selection should be very good.
I wondered about that. It seems a shame if the left-sided gear change was an incurable mutilation of a handsome machine. I would say that it would put me off buying one but, in the unlikely event that I ever own a bike again, a twin-carb 750 would be too big for me. If I had one, I would definitely be interested in putting the gear change right.
Thanks Paul. I share your pain with the right rear engine plate. I’ve had the rear master cylinder off and on of my E model Bonnie several times before a reasonable satisfaction emerged. The God cursed pedal return spring brought forth more profanity than any other time in 50 years of working British bikes. I did, in the end, make a special tool for it that reduced the yelling to a dull groan. I should probably do a vid of it so others can avoid the hassle. I never had any trouble over thousands of miles of left foot braking on my earlier bikes. We can thank a bunch of morons in Washington, DC for this. Oh yea, nice looking Mini at the end of the drive as well.
Hi Paul been watching all your videos, very interesting and a pleasure to watch, I have a t140 ,when I start it the engine races and I have to turn it off before it overheats, It was ok before I took the carbs off for a clean, is it just a case of adjusting the throttle cables to bring the rpms down, I tried the throttle stops but still idles really high, how would you recommend fixing this and also interested in your own technique for syncing the carbs, I have tried lots of ways like adjusting the throttle cables and stops and listening for the single click of the slides when I adjust the cable and the drill bit inserted into the carb mouths etc, sorry about my lack of knowledge and I hope I'm making some sense here any help greatly appreciated, keep doing what your doing, all the best to you
Thanks for your interest, William. I think your problem is very likely to be throttle cables related - make sure you check them from end to end and you will probably find the problem. Also, if you don't have one, buy a manual, it will be a great help!
@@paulhenshaw4514 cheers Paul I'll have a thorough check tommorow hopefully find the issue, another thing I'll run by you if you don't mind, my bike is a t140e us spec and I have changed the exhaust to commando style peashooters do you think I should change the jetting to compensate or is it neglible and would it be worthwhile to change to the euro spec jetting in the carbs I have heard this been done with to t140e models with good results in the general running of the bike, thanks again👍
@@paulhenshaw4514 hi Paul it turned out the throttle cable somehow got snagged under the tank which is why I couldn't get the throttle cable free play on top of the carbs all is sorted now she's running lovely,thanks all the best
@@BLUESBOYBENFIELD What is the difference between MK1 and MK2 carbs?I'm not familiar with anything besides the Amal Monoblocs or 900 series.I have an 1968 T-120 and I'm not up on anything "modern".lol
Derek collins You have a ticklers on your carbs.....it was done away with to meet American emissions regulations. MK2’s have a separate choke mechanism or “starter”. Also the are fitted to parallel inlet ports.....a different cylinder head configuration. Watch some videos on the T140E.....you will see......later carbs are more square in shape.
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Ahhh. That went well. I know I feel much better now. Thanks Mr. Henshaw.
Thanks Brien, you're welcome!
Now that's one bike I'd really like in my garage, thanks for the spin.
Thanks, you are welcome!
That would be one of the last Bonnevilles made around 1982 wouldn't it. I had a Tiger Trail '82 - very tall gearing but single Amal carb always worked well with a tickle and one kick. Very reliable bike.
Sounds healthy Paul, good job. 👍
Thanks, Nick!
The later Triumph T140s are a pain to work on when.compared with the older 650s.
You're telling me !!
Very nice bike!
It is indeed, 6000 miles from new, the owner is very lucky!
Congratulations on not missing a gear!, mine had hidden neutrals
Thanks, although the gear selector quadrants are easy to assemble with their 'timings' out of step, which will cause gear selection problems on these machines. Usually the gear selection should be very good.
Lol mine too.......manage to find at giveaways tho...
Do folks ever switch thse back to right foot shifting? What does it take to achieve?
I have never done it, but I guess it should be possible.
I wondered about that. It seems a shame if the left-sided gear change was an incurable mutilation of a handsome machine. I would say that it would put me off buying one but, in the unlikely event that I ever own a bike again, a twin-carb 750 would be too big for me. If I had one, I would definitely be interested in putting the gear change right.
Nice ride Paul 🙂reminded me of my old tiger 750 I had in the early eightys. I’m sure that was 80 mph at 5 grand in top gear👍🏼
Thanks, but I couldn't possibly comment on the speed!
Paul Henshaw 😀
Thanks Paul. I share your pain with the right rear engine plate. I’ve had the rear master cylinder off and on of my E model Bonnie several times before a reasonable satisfaction emerged. The God cursed pedal return spring brought forth more profanity than any other time in 50 years of working British bikes. I did, in the end, make a special tool for it that reduced the yelling to a dull groan. I should probably do a vid of it so others can avoid the hassle. I never had any trouble over thousands of miles of left foot braking on my earlier bikes. We can thank a bunch of morons in Washington, DC for this.
Oh yea, nice looking Mini at the end of the drive as well.
Thanks Phil, I couldn't agree more!
Hi Paul been watching all your videos, very interesting and a pleasure to watch, I have a t140 ,when I start it the engine races and I have to turn it off before it overheats, It was ok before I took the carbs off for a clean, is it just a case of adjusting the throttle cables to bring the rpms down, I tried the throttle stops but still idles really high, how would you recommend fixing this and also interested in your own technique for syncing the carbs, I have tried lots of ways like adjusting the throttle cables and stops and listening for the single click of the slides when I adjust the cable and the drill bit inserted into the carb mouths etc, sorry about my lack of knowledge and I hope I'm making some sense here any help greatly appreciated, keep doing what your doing, all the best to you
Thanks for your interest, William. I think your problem is very likely to be throttle cables related - make sure you check them from end to end and you will probably find the problem. Also, if you don't have one, buy a manual, it will be a great help!
@@paulhenshaw4514 cheers Paul I'll have a thorough check tommorow hopefully find the issue, another thing I'll run by you if you don't mind, my bike is a t140e us spec and I have changed the exhaust to commando style peashooters do you think I should change the jetting to compensate or is it neglible and would it be worthwhile to change to the euro spec jetting in the carbs I have heard this been done with to t140e models with good results in the general running of the bike, thanks again👍
I would try the peashooters without changing any settings and see how it goes - probably ok, but if not, try raising the needles.
@@paulhenshaw4514 ok Cool I'll give it a go and see how she goes ,cheers
@@paulhenshaw4514 hi Paul it turned out the throttle cable somehow got snagged under the tank which is why I couldn't get the throttle cable free play on top of the carbs
all is sorted now she's running lovely,thanks all the best
Can a job like this be done in frame, or has the engine/transmission unit have to come out?
It is quite possible to do a full gearbox rebuild with the engine in the frame, but obviously the primary side has to be stripped, too.
Nice one!
Is fivth gear the same ratio as forth would be on a four speed gearbox?
Yes, top gear is always 1:1 with the clutch and gearbox mainshaft on British bikes.
Nice looking bike. Is that its original color scheme?
Mine is 1978 e the colour is as the bike shown
What year is that lovely Triumph?
I will check later.
Derek collins it’s got MK1 carbs.....so it’s a T140V built prior to 1978. Mine is a T140E with MK2 carbs....built in 1978....
@@BLUESBOYBENFIELD What is the difference between MK1 and MK2 carbs?I'm not familiar with anything besides the Amal Monoblocs or 900 series.I have an 1968 T-120 and I'm not up on anything "modern".lol
Derek collins You have a ticklers on your carbs.....it was done away with to meet American emissions regulations. MK2’s have a separate choke mechanism or “starter”. Also the are fitted to parallel inlet ports.....a different cylinder head configuration. Watch some videos on the T140E.....you will see......later carbs are more square in shape.
@@BLUESBOYBENFIELD Thank you for replying .I'm going to check the T140E vids now.
Good ride Paul! It looked like some "Spitting" weather. Did you get a Drop or 2?
Man, do I remember those narrow twisting roads; Hairy!
That ride wasn't bad, but I got a huge soaking on one of the last Royal Enfield rides!
@@paulhenshaw4514 Stay safe Mate. Make good use of that British gearing and torque. Driving in the rain brings out the best you can be!
Getting off that engine plate isn't much easier on the rh shifter bikes! DAMHIKT.......
Yes, it took as long to mess with the engine plate as it did to do the gearbox!
I see my 'Disliker' is back from the dead. Yawn ...
Just added a like to cancel him out! It's such pleasure seeing and hearing beautiful British engineering at it's very best. I'm enjoying the rides!
@@figaro501 Thanks, Alan!
Really! What's to dislike? You know that fat, sarcastic, know-all guy who owns the comic store on The Simpsons? That's what i picture when i see a 'dislike'. Probably did it whilst sucking Wotsits stains from his fat fingers. Anyway, I learned some stuff so thanks for that.