Excellent review and a rare piece of useful comparison between the two Thrux's. I'm looking at the standard for 3 reasons:. The green looks awesome. The ohlins and gold forks imo don't suit the retro look of the bike as much imo. And there are some great deals on the standard at the moment, with half fairing thrown in. Tally ho!
All excellent reasons to go for the standard... If it is just for the green! :-) If you don't need the adjustability of the R, and like the switch gear, then what's stopping you? :-) Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment! :-)
Just bought a 2016 Thruxton R to join my T120 in the garage. Drove it back from Fareham UK to south west Ireland taking in the Triumph factory tour at Hinckley along the way. 700 miles in total. For me a standard Thruxton would be just too similar to the T120 so it had to be the R version. Weather was bad so had to take it handy never went into sport mode but even in road mode this bike is a delight. I got that light metallic silver colour - looks lovely with the gold and all the brushed chrome and aluminium.
The R has 120Nm and the D has 112 Nm thats a big difference, I'm about to buy an R and then i noticed they were giving a free fairing with the D which made it a very hard decision but I'm going to stick with the R purely for the power side of things, if it wasn't for that i would buy the D . as always great work Captain!!
BTW found out there is no difference in engine NM on either the R or the D, I ended up buying the D because its more customisable and the R is not. I've Ridden both and although the R has better brakes, the D has the Nissin brakes which i'm already use to so i don't notice that i have to press any harder than the R. Also , I'm going for some Black Olins for the rear and new adjustable inserts for the front, Just to be different. Thanks once again!
Great review. Told me everything i want to know on a proper on road review on normal roads. The comparison to the R version is clear and follow up on your own R version at the end just manages to clarify why the R is worth the extra few quid. I'm thinking about the R next year when new dealership opens in Glasgow 2017 so this VID really helps and of course really cheered me up this morning with the accent. Brilliant. Now gonna check out your R review.
Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it and found it useful... The R review is a little 'different' as my friend Bigglesworth is with me! :-) I get up to Glasgow quite often with my job, so huzzah for them opening a branch up there! Definitely needed for the roads that are available up there! :-)
Say no more Squire ! Green is my favorite color, and that green on the Thruxton was superb ! If I had to cross the bridge of death and to "Answer me these questions three ", I think the bridge keeper would concur that yes green IS my favorite color! ...lol (A bit of Python there)
Great review Captain. I'm sat here having just taken a standard 1200 Thruxton out for a test ride. Here in Dubai, Triumphs can take up to six months to get so you either have to be patient or get what they have. The one I just took out is the white 1200 standard with a tank strap. I did not think i would like it since I'm not a cafe rider /sports bike rider. But I loved it. coped with the heavy traffic here and went i got onto open roads she went well enough for me. Last week by comparison I took out a BMW R nine T and loved that and the "scrambler" version ( I had them both for about two hours) but I must say I preferred the Thruxton. Had a 'shit eating grin' on y face all the time i was riding. So decision time now, since I was originally opting for a T100 but it will tae six months for one to get here and you have to pay up front.
Very much decision time! Thank you for watching and taking the time to write your experience down. I haven't ridden the BMWs yet, but good to hear what you think. Thank you and good luck with your decision making! :-) TBH!
Had to go British ( or is that Thai) in the end :) took a 500Km test ride and loved every minute through the mountains out here. Deal was too good for out here. Thanks once again
Entertaining most of all! loved the video and really informative - beats reading endless reviews. This is the thruxton I'm really considering. Like most I'd imagine, I was caught in the middle between the standard and the R. However you've convinced me the R is the No 1 for me . Genuinely I thank you.
This is jolly fun sir, thanks for a great review. They just marked down a Green Standard to under $10k here in Brea, California. I posted a video of it. So, the debate continues..
Yes, I've seen your video already! That's quite an amazing price for the green... You could EASILY retro fit everything from the R on to it and still be about $1000 up at the end! Still love your matt black though... Initially I thought you were selling it already!
Great review Captain! Thanks a lot! Well guess what, I just finished watching your review only to realize that you did ride the exact bike I bought just today! What a coincidence!!!👍🏻😀👌🏻 You truly gave me a great and thorough review on what I shall be expecting! By the way I am also getting the retro fairing in jet black instead of white, and maybe if it doesn't suit, I might just paint the tank jet black as well! I am also placing the retro belt on the tank and maybe the knee patches or so... any advise?
That all sounds absolutely fine! You are free to embellish your ride how you see fit, and yes, knee pads work well in form and function, and the retro tank belt is lovely, as I have one, but still not sure how it was last though bad weather as it it leather but will see... :-) Thanks for watching and for taking the time to comment.
nice comparison Captain, of course im still on my wonderful T120 graphite with probably some of the same running gear as base Thrux i.e the Brakes are adequate , must admit the GGGReeeen thruxton is lovely
It is indeed! :-) Yes, the brakes are more than adequate, it's just when you are used to the Thruxton R, you notice the difference! I wasn't expecting to notice so much, but there you have it! Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment...
I bought the green standard. Thought the suspension was way oversprung on the R. Need a suspension shop to adjust it. Ridiculous. Wife didn't like the yellow and gold. I think it looks sporty if not as retro. My brakes work great. I think you might be riding one that hasn't had the pads bedded in. The Brembos would provide a lot more heat dissipation and on a fast bike at a track, that's useful. On this bike on the street, they're more bling than function. Pirelli Angel GTs are a much better street tire than the R's Corsas. They have all the grip you're ever going to need on the street as well. Mine are worn to the edges and have always stuck like glue. They also work fine in the wet and cold. To me, the biggest advantage to the R is the suspension's adjustability. As mine has broken in, it's actually pretty good. On really tore up roads, you can tell the difference between the Standard's suspension and a really good one. Over really big bumps the absorption of the energy isn't linear and a lot more gets transmitted to the rider. On most roads it's quite adequate though. In the end, for me, it wasn't about the money, I just didn't find the R's suspension adjustability to be more appealing than the green, rubberized pegs, fatter grips, and better tires. Also wasn't crazy about the R's tank strap or blinding top yoke. Enjoy your vids. You helped get me amped up about the model to buy one. And I'm glad as I love it!
All excellent points and I agree with you! It's all subjective and personal after all! I wasn't aiming to diss the bike, but point out the differences. And I LOVE the Green. Having thought about it, I think that the pressures might have been low, to affect the tip in... After all, I could only say what I felt on the day in the conditions I was in... I am more than happy to chat over a coffee or bacon sandwich at a biker cafe at length! :-) Thanks for watching and do enjoy your bike, it's lovely...
Captain Rambunctious I actually think the bike takes a bit of effort to turn even with properly inflated tires. Don't know why, but it isn't a trait I dislike. It actually reminds me a lot of my old Duc STs. Took some effort to steer, but felt so planted. The Thruxy is the same, particularly if sitting on it bolt upright. I do find that if I get my body into it, the steering is much easier. That's another thing I love about the bike. It's very engaging.
saddlebag Ah yes, that's what I liked about my old Thruxton as well, AND the speed triple, they feel more planted... The R and the street triple feel a little more skittish, which I like on the Thruxton R but I didn't on the street triple... We are all different! :-)
It almost seems as though most reviewers have been wearing blinkers, as very few mention the standard Thruxton let alone go into such detail and depth about how it actually feels to ride, choosing instead to compare the R with the T120 Bonnie. This is an extremely helpful review for someone who's looking at purchasing a Thruxtie in the near future and has been oohing and ahhing between the two. Thank you once again Captain. Tally Bally Ho!
Well I am 6'1 and I was 16 stone... :-) So yes, perfect. I don't look bad on my R I don't think. Check out my rideouts with Bigglesworth from May 2016... You'll see his footage in the video of me... Also there is footage of my on the R in the main Thruxton R review just before this one... Thnaks for watching and taking the time to comment. :-) TBH!
Hi. Great review, thanks. I'm planning to test the std Thruxton soon, though ideally I'd like the finances to stretch to the 'R'. Ironically, though they're better, I find the USD forks on the R at odds with the overall styling theme (preferring the rubber gaiter look on the RWU std forks). But, for me, when looking at a bike which has been so carefully styled, I "don't get" the design of the front discs. Other than their size, of course, they look like something off a cheap Chinese scooter. The disc design on the R is much more authentic looking. What did you think of the design of the discs? Also do you get much weight on the wrists/arms on reasonably long journeys? Am also considering the T120 as a (more comfortable?) alternative. Thanks.
I find that on longer journeys, as long as you keep above 40mph for the majority of the time, the wind braces you so that your weight is off your wrists... I'm afraid that the look of the discs hasn't really bothered me so hasn't come into my conjecture... As far as I am concerned, when it comes to brakes, as long as they work well, I'm not too fussed about how they look but there are plenty of after market discs around that you could swap for if that concerns you enough... Thanks for watching and for the comment! :-)
Captain, I agree with you, the GREEN Thruxton WAS better looking, but- My 2001 Bonneville was Green & Silver. It's said that Green bikes are BAD LUCK. I've only had a MORE SERIOUS problem with 1 bike. That was my 83 XR500r Honda. That bike gave me a Compound Fracture of my left wrist and- ...a Bruised Left Frontal lobe. I was only in a Coma for 21 days. A Full Face helmet SAVED MY LIFE. Anyway, back to the Green bike- "bad luck." I broke my leg on it TWICE. I'm Titanium in my WHOLE RIGHT LEG. I RAN OVER IT, with the Kenworth I was driving. (not on purpose) Yes, the Green 1 LOOKED BETTER. I've thought many times, about that '01 engine I GAVE AWAY. It had about 50,000 miles. I was still working- it was MAINTAINED "by the book." My local Triumph dealer, "Del Amo Cycle," in Long Beach, Ca-USA...knows I want a BLUE & WHITE T120. James Laub is my SALESMAN. James is YOUNGER than MY Son, Colin. He, not too long ago- had a Son himself. I've got just over 38,000 miles on my SILVER HD DYNA STREETBOB. It's my 1st American bike. I NEED another "Britbike."
Yes, agreed, but I think it was purely marketing reasons to get more of the standard bikes sold.. I reckon they'll come out with more colours for the R this summer...
if you bought the extras individually it would cost a lot more than £1300, no brainer. Plus I love the little finishing touches on the R, makes it a little bit more special.
Thanks for the update. I was hoping to save some bills, but alas, I suspect I'll still ride somewhat aggressive if I sell my Street Triple R in order to purchase the new Thruxton. I think the "R" would fit the bill. Now if I can only find a dealer that will allow me to ride the beast!!!
I kind of liked the comfort of the suspension on the regular more, and the saddle was better to. But then there are the Bremos wich are amazing on the R model. And I suspect that it´s no issue to tune the bike a bit softer either.
Not at all... The main thing for me between the two comes down to the suspension adjustability, the brakes and the chunkier switchgear on the standard model... Then there's the price difference... That's about it. Both excellent bikes. Thanks for watching and for commenting.
Hello Captain, I believe the Angel GT's (which i have on my bike) are the same profile as the Corsa's , just a different compound so they should not affect the turning (except for grip of course)
It's nice Capt but I much prefer yours, and white doesn't suit it at all imo, and the weird thing is I don't like green at all unless it's British racing Green, quite a bold statement from someone as colourblind as me, lol, having said that i wouldn't turn one down! what was the light that was on the dash all the time bro? still a lovely sound, RSM8.
Agreed, apart from the green... Must be a colour blindness thing as you suggest! ;-) The green light was the daytime running light light. It goes off when the headlight is on, so that at night, it isn't blinding you... It's a nice way around...
The Incredible Sulk I really liked it. The fact the seat is on a movable rail, it can be tailored to different shapes and sizes. They've done their best to make it as authentic as a custom bike can be when it is factory made. Very light and comfy... will book when I can. Won't be until the new year...
Yeah situations like that you want to avoid :D But someone is going to get a good deal because of it. Did you see the new Bobber yet? Looking forward to your first ride on it.
TheSarcasmO83 I was at the launch (somehow) last night! Lovely looking machine. Light and comfortable too. I won't get to ride it until the new year though I reckon...
Wow that's awesome, going up in the world eh:P I just watched some footage of the launch, It looked like a fun party. Riding It is certainly something to look forward to in the future.
I'm happy to report, not for you though, that my rear brake is excellent, light and progressive and also with the bite you want when you need it... And no squeaks... I'd get it looked at. It sounds like it needs bleeding properly...
Biggest Dickus well the press get to ride it in December after MCN Live so dealers should have one by January/February time... so that's when I might get my hands on one... long time to wait!
I've been considering a triumph as my next bike and love the look of the bobber. The Thruxton R wasn't in my thoughts until I started watching your vlogs. Now you've got me thinking even more, the cafe racer look is growing on me. I love the attention to detail. Do you know if the seat can be quickly swapped out for a pillion seat when needed or is it a bit of a task?
I know this very well! I just swap my single seat over with my dual seat by turning the key, lifting my seat off and placing the dual seat in position and clicking down! I hope that this help! But know that they Thruxton doesn't come with pillion pegs so you'd have to get those too... That's all... :-) Thanks for watching! :-)
Thanks Captain, that's a tick in the Thruxton R box against the bobber, given the bobber is not pillion friendly. I hadn't noticed you had pillion pegs on yours if you are swapping your seat out. I'm kind of your neck of the woods, so may see you blatting about the country lanes.
You ready?!: Clutch Lever Brake lever Removed the front fork reflectors Bar end mirrors changed Engine embellishers Throttle body embellishers Sprocket cover and engine cases powder coated black to stop the corrosion Tank Knee pads Dual seat for luggage or wife pillion pegs V&H slip on exhausts Cat removal by use of Free Spirits X Pipe Free Spirits engine bars protection Tail Tidy Smaller 7X5 numberplate Leather Tank Strap I think that that is it for now... :-)
The R without a doubt, just that tad better spec'ed... but Darn the Green Thruxton is a gem. great review as alway,,,, gawd i cannot decide which Triumph to choose, and now the Bobber is added to the equation... such a hard life :)
I think the question should be "Is it worth NOT spending the extra to have the standard bike?" Because I'd find it harder to reconcile cheaping out than I would spending the extra cash, and let's face it if you can run to north of £10k another £1300 can't be that hard to find. Just work a bit harder! Mind you if you think the Rs brakes are good you should try an s1000R (or RR), the muscles that hold your eyes in place get a workout with those!
It was a hard decision for me after riding both versions,but personally I liked the purer look of the non R ..in white.. and I could change it into a black one by simply swapping the tank.
Excellent point! And yet, a true cafe racer would put the best shocks and brakes on he / she could find of the day... Not such a juxtaposition as it sounds! :-) I really wasn't dissing the Standard model, moreover, I was surprised to notice the difference though!
I knew the suspension and brakes were different, but I thought there was different engine tuning or perhaps performance camset. $1300 for the difference is a good deal for brakes and suspensions, try adding a quality suspension to any bike and you're easily looking at $1300 easily.
fair enough...and i suppose your right...i must say i like your videos even tho i dont own a triumph myselve (i own a cbr1000rr and a homebuild z900)...so hats off to you and keep it up...its appriciated ...:)
Captain Rambunctious yeah looks great hopefully I will get to sit on one soon and are you able to do a review on one as I would love to see what you think of it as I may consider it but would be very helpful to see what you think of it but it will be the bloody A2 version I will need to get as I turn 19 I'm June and it will be restricted
666Tazer I SHIOULD be able to get on one in the next couple of weeks, but even if I edited quickly, I wouldn't be allowed to publish the video until the day of the launch, but I don't know when that is yet. Probably some time in November. But yes, I will definitely be reviewing it... Bigglesworth and Phil480 want to help too... :-)
Jool stalled on me about 4 times in 16months. On those occasions it was when I had been accelerating hard and then come to a stop and the revs just fell... probably a fuelling issue, but I certainly wouldn’t say it’s common.
Totally in love with my 2014 Thruxton. It does seem that the extra c.c's do make me want the new 1200R. I'm not sure I can part with my'08 ZX14 to get the spousal approval. Damn you for this devilish enticement. LOL
I will remain penitent for the rest of the day in quiet contemplation for the enticement that I have caused... ;-) It really IS worth the extra. It's a totally different bike... :-) It's like a 2012 Speed Triple with Thruxton looks and charm... just saying... ;-) Thanks for watching and for taking the time to comment... Ride safely... TBH!
The R's colors are limited, I don't like the tacky fake tank strap and the matt silver. Triumph should allow a la carte building. Put the green on the R, ditch the strap, add a fly screen.
Ah, we all differ in our tastes... I don't like the fly screen for example, but love the tank strap! :-) Good to know we are all different, and thank you for watching! :-)
okleydokley Ha ha. Never had a problem with the flies and still like the tank strap even if it is fake... It does actually hold the tank down, it just doesn't lift at the hook. but at two bolts by the seat... It still functions as an actual tank strap, but that would be splitting hairs...
Nice video, thank you! I find the green kind of ugly though, too much like something you'd see on a chopper. The Brooklands Green on the old Thruxton 900 looked way cooler!
I can see what you mean, but have you seen it in person?! It is lighter in the flesh... Anyway, yes, I know what you mean about the 900 Thruxton, although I went for the black and gold on that one.
Yes I've seen it in person when I went to buy mine and the glossy black was my favorite. I went with the R in Matte Black though cause there was no way I wasn't gonna go with the R!
u speak of authentic when your talking about the tankstrap and yet u preffer the R with the upside down fork wich is nowhere near authentic????? personally i think this version suits the style of the thruxton way better being the neo classic that it is... an usd fork on a bike like this stands out like a sore thumb i feel....but hey,they probably felt it would sell and there right.... if u fancy öhlins suspension and proper performance to match it go buy a ducati panigale or something....
Ha! Yes, I never said I wasn't full of contradictions! For me, the suspension works very well on the R, so why not have the best of both worlds if it is your only bike? The whole point of liking different parts is that it is subjective... Always take everything I say with a little bit of your own preference so that you can make your own mind up about the different parts... I just try to give people the differences so they can make their own minds up as to which bits they prefer and which they don't and can therefore make their own minds up about how they might customise their bikes... We all like different things and have differing opinions! Thank you for watching and for the comment.
Further more, the real cafe racing scene in the 60s, was when people would buy a standard bike and then fit the best bits they could find at the time... In that respect, if it were today, they would get a stock Thruxton and bung the best suspension and brakes they could find now, hence Brembos and Ohlins... They may clash with the older look, but the idea is bang out of the 60s...
Depends on her size I suppose, but the dual comfort seat works very well.. :-) You need to get pillion pegs as well as they are not standard with the Thruxton but are with the T120... Hope this helps, thank you!
driven both, the R has the better brakes for sure allthough the standards fine as well. for the track : buy the R for daily commuting, i bought the standard and loving it 😆😆😆 check it Out: ruclips.net/video/qyzVazzwrTc/видео.html great review though😎
Thank you! Yes, that's almost the conclusion I came to, but I still love the R for commuting too! ;-) I want to take the Thruxton on track, but if you aren't going to, then the standard is lovely, especially the green... Did I mention I liked the green one? Are you sure?! ;-) Love your video. That is one hell of a good looking bike. Love the ribbed engine embellishers, matches the cylinder head fins nicely, I went for the ones that match your throttle body covers which I also have too... Are they BC pipes? Those pillion pegs look amazing. They'd be too much with my yellow shocks but look great with the black. The paddock stand bobbins are a nice touch, as is the Triumph script on your side panels. The brown seat looks amazing with the black. I wasn't sure from just pictures, but on your bike looks perfect! Same tank strap as me.. :-) Nice union flag on the clutch side... Joke machine? The gold levers are brilliant! And WHAT A SOUND!!! I know it's indoors, but lovely... Have you thought about a decat from FreeSprits? The X pipe? I did that and it's made a difference to performance as well as sound even with my EU rated pipes which have the baffles still in... Beautiful machine. Well done! :-)
Always thought never asked, so here goes. Why the Triumph heralding excuse the pun. Are you just a fan or patriotic or what? Why particularly Triumph fan wise because obviously the other manufacturers make comparable bikes and superior ones too. Other motorcycles are available but not to the Captain it seems.
Sleepingdragon 1 mostly becuSe they are my nearest dealer, secondly because they're British and thirdly because I like what they do. I'm doing a day at BMW soon, but the local Ducati, Honda, Yamaha and Kawasaki dealer is a dick. Not going there again, so until I bother going to a further away Honda dealer, plan in the pipeline, its all Triumphs I'm afraid!
Captain, My '01 Bonneville was green. It was THE FIRST bike I rode on "radial" tires. My Harley has a Michlien on the front & a Metzler on the rear. I WON'T RIDE ON BIAS PLY. When I put radials on the Triumph, it was THE BIGGEST DIFFERENCE I had noticed in tires since I put DUNLOP K81s on my 1975 RD350 Yamaha. I sure hope IDIOT OBAMA can contain him self. I think he sees the next few months as his LAST CHANCE. Have you been watching Israeli News Live & Rush Limbaugh "infowars.com"?(RUclips). Please let "Red"&PhilT know that I've been unable to contact them.
Captain, I agree with you, the GREEN Thruxton WAS better looking, but- My 2001 Bonneville was Green & Silver. It's said that Green bikes are BAD LUCK. I've only had a MORE SERIOUS problem with 1 bike. That was my 83 XR500r Honda. That bike gave me a Compound Fracture of my left wrist and- ...a Bruised Left Frontal lobe. I was only in a Coma for 21 days. A Full Face helmet SAVED MY LIFE. Anyway, back to the Green bike- "bad luck." I broke my leg on it TWICE. I'm Titanium in my WHOLE RIGHT LEG. I RAN OVER IT, with the Kenworth I was driving. (not on purpose) Yes, the Green 1 LOOKED BETTER. I've thought many times, about that '01 engine I GAVE AWAY. It had about 50,000 miles. I was still working- it was MAINTAINED "by the book." My local Triumph dealer, "Del Amo Cycle," in Long Beach, Ca-USA...knows I want a BLUE & WHITE T120. James Laub is my SALESMAN. James is YOUNGER than MY Son, Colin. He, not too long ago- had a Son himself. I've got just over 38,000 miles on my SILVER HD DYNA STREETBOB. It's my 1st American bike. I NEED another "Britbike."
Thanks for this. The standard Thruxton must be the must grossly under-publicised and under-reported motorcycle available today.
I agree! It's a more than capable machine and great great fun with a superb engine.
Excellent review and a rare piece of useful comparison between the two Thrux's. I'm looking at the standard for 3 reasons:. The green looks awesome. The ohlins and gold forks imo don't suit the retro look of the bike as much imo. And there are some great deals on the standard at the moment, with half fairing thrown in.
Tally ho!
All excellent reasons to go for the standard... If it is just for the green! :-) If you don't need the adjustability of the R, and like the switch gear, then what's stopping you? :-)
Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment! :-)
Great video Captain, as always loved every bit of it. :-)
Darrell Eidse excellent stuff
Just bought a 2016 Thruxton R to join my T120 in the garage. Drove it back from Fareham UK to south west Ireland taking in the Triumph factory tour at Hinckley along the way. 700 miles in total. For me a standard Thruxton would be just too similar to the T120 so it had to be the R version. Weather was bad so had to take it handy never went into sport mode but even in road mode this bike is a delight. I got that light metallic silver colour - looks lovely with the gold and all the brushed chrome and aluminium.
The R has 120Nm and the D has 112 Nm thats a big difference, I'm about to buy an R and then i noticed they were giving a free fairing with the D which made it a very hard decision but I'm going to stick with the R purely for the power side of things, if it wasn't for that i would buy the D . as always great work Captain!!
BTW found out there is no difference in engine NM on either the R or the D, I ended up buying the D because its more customisable and the R is not. I've Ridden both and although the R has better brakes, the D has the Nissin brakes which i'm already use to so i don't notice that i have to press any harder than the R.
Also , I'm going for some Black Olins for the rear and new adjustable inserts for the front, Just to be different. Thanks once again!
Thanks for these great Thruxton videos. They’re helping me make my mind up! Brilliant job Sir!
Excellent review captain, was good to meet you tonight and thank you for the keyring, hopefully see you soon for the street cup test 👍
steve sixtysix absolutely! Thanks for watching!
Such pleasure to watch your films. You put a smile on my face. (It's really not that difficult, but still!) Thank you! Tata! :-)
Thank you John! Glad you liked it...
Great review. Told me everything i want to know on a proper on road review on normal roads. The comparison to the R version is clear and follow up on your own R version at the end just manages to clarify why the R is worth the extra few quid. I'm thinking about the R next year when new dealership opens in Glasgow 2017 so this VID really helps and of course really cheered me up this morning with the accent. Brilliant. Now gonna check out your R review.
Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it and found it useful... The R review is a little 'different' as my friend Bigglesworth is with me! :-)
I get up to Glasgow quite often with my job, so huzzah for them opening a branch up there! Definitely needed for the roads that are available up there! :-)
Will be out towards Glasgow Airport area at Hillington Retail Park. There is a Triumph dealer in Edinburgh tho.
dmccombe7 Splendid. Might visit it when in Edinburgh for a while!
And the great news for you when you visit is that Harley shop is just along the road LOL
dmccombe7 Ha ha! I could turn up there on a Triumph demo, demo a Harley and then ride back to the Triumph dealer... How peculiar!
Say no more Squire ! Green is my favorite color, and that green on the Thruxton was superb !
If I had to cross the bridge of death and to "Answer me these questions three ", I think the bridge keeper would concur that yes green IS my favorite color! ...lol
(A bit of Python there)
Donnie Perepchuk love it...
Great review Captain. I'm sat here having just taken a standard 1200 Thruxton out for a test ride. Here in Dubai, Triumphs can take up to six months to get so you either have to be patient or get what they have. The one I just took out is the white 1200 standard with a tank strap. I did not think i would like it since I'm not a cafe rider /sports bike rider. But I loved it. coped with the heavy traffic here and went i got onto open roads she went well enough for me. Last week by comparison I took out a BMW R nine T and loved that and the "scrambler" version ( I had them both for about two hours) but I must say I preferred the Thruxton. Had a 'shit eating grin' on y face all the time i was riding. So decision time now, since I was originally opting for a T100 but it will tae six months for one to get here and you have to pay up front.
Very much decision time! Thank you for watching and taking the time to write your experience down. I haven't ridden the BMWs yet, but good to hear what you think.
Thank you and good luck with your decision making! :-)
TBH!
Had to go British ( or is that Thai) in the end :) took a 500Km test ride and loved every minute through the mountains out here. Deal was too good for out here. Thanks once again
Entertaining most of all! loved the video and really informative - beats reading endless reviews. This is the thruxton I'm really considering. Like most I'd imagine, I was caught in the middle between the standard and the R. However you've convinced me the R is the No 1 for me . Genuinely I thank you.
1ducyboy you're most welcome! Glad to be of help. Thanks for watching and for taking the time to comment!
This is jolly fun sir, thanks for a great review. They just marked down a Green Standard to under $10k here in Brea, California. I posted a video of it. So, the debate continues..
Yes, I've seen your video already! That's quite an amazing price for the green... You could EASILY retro fit everything from the R on to it and still be about $1000 up at the end!
Still love your matt black though... Initially I thought you were selling it already!
Great review Captain! Thanks a lot! Well guess what, I just finished watching your review only to realize that you did ride the exact bike I bought just today! What a coincidence!!!👍🏻😀👌🏻
You truly gave me a great and thorough review on what I shall be expecting! By the way I am also getting the retro fairing in jet black instead of white, and maybe if it doesn't suit, I might just paint the tank jet black as well! I am also placing the retro belt on the tank and maybe the knee patches or so... any advise?
That all sounds absolutely fine! You are free to embellish your ride how you see fit, and yes, knee pads work well in form and function, and the retro tank belt is lovely, as I have one, but still not sure how it was last though bad weather as it it leather but will see... :-)
Thanks for watching and for taking the time to comment.
nice comparison Captain, of course im still on my wonderful T120 graphite with probably some of the same running gear as base Thrux i.e the Brakes are adequate , must admit the GGGReeeen thruxton is lovely
It is indeed! :-) Yes, the brakes are more than adequate, it's just when you are used to the Thruxton R, you notice the difference! I wasn't expecting to notice so much, but there you have it!
Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment...
I bought the green standard. Thought the suspension was way oversprung on the R. Need a suspension shop to adjust it. Ridiculous. Wife didn't like the yellow and gold. I think it looks sporty if not as retro.
My brakes work great. I think you might be riding one that hasn't had the pads bedded in. The Brembos would provide a lot more heat dissipation and on a fast bike at a track, that's useful. On this bike on the street, they're more bling than function.
Pirelli Angel GTs are a much better street tire than the R's Corsas. They have all the grip you're ever going to need on the street as well. Mine are worn to the edges and have always stuck like glue. They also work fine in the wet and cold.
To me, the biggest advantage to the R is the suspension's adjustability. As mine has broken in, it's actually pretty good. On really tore up roads, you can tell the difference between the Standard's suspension and a really good one. Over really big bumps the absorption of the energy isn't linear and a lot more gets transmitted to the rider. On most roads it's quite adequate though.
In the end, for me, it wasn't about the money, I just didn't find the R's suspension adjustability to be more appealing than the green, rubberized pegs, fatter grips, and better tires. Also wasn't crazy about the R's tank strap or blinding top yoke.
Enjoy your vids. You helped get me amped up about the model to buy one. And I'm glad as I love it!
All excellent points and I agree with you! It's all subjective and personal after all! I wasn't aiming to diss the bike, but point out the differences. And I LOVE the Green. Having thought about it, I think that the pressures might have been low, to affect the tip in...
After all, I could only say what I felt on the day in the conditions I was in... I am more than happy to chat over a coffee or bacon sandwich at a biker cafe at length! :-)
Thanks for watching and do enjoy your bike, it's lovely...
Captain Rambunctious I actually think the bike takes a bit of effort to turn even with properly inflated tires. Don't know why, but it isn't a trait I dislike. It actually reminds me a lot of my old Duc STs. Took some effort to steer, but felt so planted. The Thruxy is the same, particularly if sitting on it bolt upright.
I do find that if I get my body into it, the steering is much easier. That's another thing I love about the bike. It's very engaging.
saddlebag Ah yes, that's what I liked about my old Thruxton as well, AND the speed triple, they feel more planted... The R and the street triple feel a little more skittish, which I like on the Thruxton R but I didn't on the street triple... We are all different! :-)
Thank you for such a great comparison between the two thruxties. Best comparison of these two online by far!
Thank you... Hope it helps others too! I was trying extremely hard not to be too biased towards my own bike!
It almost seems as though most reviewers have been wearing blinkers, as very few mention the standard Thruxton let alone go into such detail and depth about how it actually feels to ride, choosing instead to compare the R with the T120 Bonnie. This is an extremely helpful review for someone who's looking at purchasing a Thruxtie in the near future and has been oohing and ahhing between the two. Thank you once again Captain. Tally Bally Ho!
THBandit6 you're most welcome sir! Good luck in your decision!
Ahoy there Captain!!! Was just wondering how tall are you?? I am considerin same bike and am about 6.1 16 stone. Would this bike suit the larger gent?
Well I am 6'1 and I was 16 stone... :-) So yes, perfect. I don't look bad on my R I don't think. Check out my rideouts with Bigglesworth from May 2016... You'll see his footage in the video of me...
Also there is footage of my on the R in the main Thruxton R review just before this one...
Thnaks for watching and taking the time to comment. :-)
TBH!
Hi. Great review, thanks. I'm planning to test the std Thruxton soon, though ideally I'd like the finances to stretch to the 'R'. Ironically, though they're better, I find the USD forks on the R at odds with the overall styling theme (preferring the rubber gaiter look on the RWU std forks). But, for me, when looking at a bike which has been so carefully styled, I "don't get" the design of the front discs. Other than their size, of course, they look like something off a cheap Chinese scooter. The disc design on the R is much more authentic looking. What did you think of the design of the discs? Also do you get much weight on the wrists/arms on reasonably long journeys? Am also considering the T120 as a (more comfortable?) alternative. Thanks.
I find that on longer journeys, as long as you keep above 40mph for the majority of the time, the wind braces you so that your weight is off your wrists...
I'm afraid that the look of the discs hasn't really bothered me so hasn't come into my conjecture... As far as I am concerned, when it comes to brakes, as long as they work well, I'm not too fussed about how they look but there are plenty of after market discs around that you could swap for if that concerns you enough...
Thanks for watching and for the comment! :-)
Captain,
I agree with you, the GREEN Thruxton WAS better looking, but-
My 2001 Bonneville was Green & Silver. It's said that Green bikes are BAD LUCK.
I've only had a MORE SERIOUS problem with 1 bike. That was my 83 XR500r Honda.
That bike gave me a Compound Fracture of my left wrist and-
...a Bruised Left Frontal lobe. I was only in a Coma for 21 days. A Full Face helmet SAVED MY LIFE.
Anyway, back to the Green bike- "bad luck."
I broke my leg on it TWICE. I'm Titanium in my WHOLE RIGHT LEG.
I RAN OVER IT, with the Kenworth I was driving.
(not on purpose)
Yes, the Green 1 LOOKED BETTER.
I've thought many times, about that '01 engine I GAVE AWAY. It had about 50,000 miles. I was still working- it was MAINTAINED "by the book."
My local Triumph dealer,
"Del Amo Cycle," in Long Beach, Ca-USA...knows I want a BLUE & WHITE T120. James Laub is my SALESMAN.
James is YOUNGER than MY Son, Colin. He, not too long ago- had a Son himself.
I've got just over 38,000 miles on my SILVER HD DYNA STREETBOB. It's my 1st American bike.
I NEED another "Britbike."
Why the hell doesn't Triumph do a the R in that lovely green. Just doesn't make sense.
Yes, agreed, but I think it was purely marketing reasons to get more of the standard bikes sold.. I reckon they'll come out with more colours for the R this summer...
if you bought the extras individually it would cost a lot more than £1300, no brainer.
Plus I love the little finishing touches on the R, makes it a little bit more special.
Me too... :-)
Thanks for the update. I was hoping to save some bills, but alas, I suspect I'll still ride somewhat aggressive if I sell my Street Triple R in order to purchase the new Thruxton. I think the "R" would fit the bill. Now if I can only find a dealer that will allow me to ride the beast!!!
Well my local has got a standard currently and are waiting for the R. Maybe in a couple of months...
I kind of liked the comfort of the suspension on the regular more, and the saddle was better to. But then there are the Bremos wich are amazing on the R model. And I suspect that it´s no issue to tune the bike a bit softer either.
Not at all... The main thing for me between the two comes down to the suspension adjustability, the brakes and the chunkier switchgear on the standard model... Then there's the price difference... That's about it. Both excellent bikes.
Thanks for watching and for commenting.
Thruxton is a f 8:21 un bike you can bump from cafe to cocktail lounge. All day people gravitate to it walk past the Milwaukee offering. 😅
Pleased to hear your Palms no longer taking a pounding...fnarr fnarr ! 😂 got me wondering if the Brutal Beauty is going to be another Thruxton!?
It's a Bobber! :-) See Facebook / Twitter / Instagram for tonights updates...
Hello Captain, I believe the Angel GT's (which i have on my bike) are the same profile as the Corsa's , just a different compound so they should not affect the turning (except for grip of course)
Hmmm... Interesting. There really was a difference in turn in / tip... Maybe they pressures were low? A common problem on demo bikes...
You earned your subscription today Sir🧐🥓
Does the Thruxton have the same 3 rider modes as the R? I thought it just had rain and road?
If it were me I'd find the extra to get the "R" version, such a lovely bike
It's nice Capt but I much prefer yours, and white doesn't suit it at all imo, and the weird thing is I don't like green at all unless it's British racing Green, quite a bold statement from someone as colourblind as me, lol, having said that i wouldn't turn one down! what was the light that was on the dash all the time bro? still a lovely sound, RSM8.
Agreed, apart from the green... Must be a colour blindness thing as you suggest! ;-)
The green light was the daytime running light light. It goes off when the headlight is on, so that at night, it isn't blinding you... It's a nice way around...
Captain what are thoughts on the new bobber? Test ride booked?
The Incredible Sulk I really liked it. The fact the seat is on a movable rail, it can be tailored to different shapes and sizes. They've done their best to make it as authentic as a custom bike can be when it is factory made. Very light and comfy... will book when I can. Won't be until the new year...
Great drivealong as usual.
I'm hoping there will be a few good second hand R's in a year or two for me to get one.
There was one in my dealer with only 150 miles on the clock... Some weirdo didn't want it anymore!? Although, something about needing the money...
Yeah situations like that you want to avoid :D
But someone is going to get a good deal because of it.
Did you see the new Bobber yet? Looking forward to your first ride on it.
TheSarcasmO83 I was at the launch (somehow) last night! Lovely looking machine. Light and comfortable too. I won't get to ride it until the new year though I reckon...
Wow that's awesome, going up in the world eh:P
I just watched some footage of the launch, It looked like a fun party.
Riding It is certainly something to look forward to in the future.
TheSarcasmO83 Absolutely! :-)
Rear brake still feels rather wooden (and squeaky!) on my 2000mile R. How's yours feel Captain?
I'm happy to report, not for you though, that my rear brake is excellent, light and progressive and also with the bite you want when you need it... And no squeaks... I'd get it looked at. It sounds like it needs bleeding properly...
Hey Captain Rambunctious when are you gonna ride the new Bobber?
Biggest Dickus well the press get to ride it in December after MCN Live so dealers should have one by January/February time... so that's when I might get my hands on one... long time to wait!
I've been considering a triumph as my next bike and love the look of the bobber. The Thruxton R wasn't in my thoughts until I started watching your vlogs. Now you've got me thinking even more, the cafe racer look is growing on me. I love the attention to detail. Do you know if the seat can be quickly swapped out for a pillion seat when needed or is it a bit of a task?
I know this very well! I just swap my single seat over with my dual seat by turning the key, lifting my seat off and placing the dual seat in position and clicking down!
I hope that this help! But know that they Thruxton doesn't come with pillion pegs so you'd have to get those too... That's all... :-)
Thanks for watching! :-)
Thanks Captain, that's a tick in the Thruxton R box against the bobber, given the bobber is not pillion friendly. I hadn't noticed you had pillion pegs on yours if you are swapping your seat out. I'm kind of your neck of the woods, so may see you blatting about the country lanes.
Since you've had your Thrusty, what mods and accessories have you made to her?
You may indeed! Wait until the Spring! I'm not on it much at the moment!!
You ready?!:
Clutch Lever
Brake lever
Removed the front fork reflectors
Bar end mirrors changed
Engine embellishers
Throttle body embellishers
Sprocket cover and engine cases powder coated black to stop the corrosion
Tank Knee pads
Dual seat for luggage or wife
pillion pegs
V&H slip on exhausts
Cat removal by use of Free Spirits X Pipe
Free Spirits engine bars protection
Tail Tidy
Smaller 7X5 numberplate
Leather Tank Strap
I think that that is it for now... :-)
The R without a doubt, just that tad better spec'ed... but Darn the Green Thruxton is a gem. great review as alway,,,, gawd i cannot decide which Triumph to choose, and now the Bobber is added to the equation... such a hard life :)
Thank you for watching and for the support!
Yes, the green Thruxton is rather lovely... :-) Choices... ;-)
TBH!
I think the question should be "Is it worth NOT spending the extra to have the standard bike?" Because I'd find it harder to reconcile cheaping out than I would spending the extra cash, and let's face it if you can run to north of £10k another £1300 can't be that hard to find. Just work a bit harder!
Mind you if you think the Rs brakes are good you should try an s1000R (or RR), the muscles that hold your eyes in place get a workout with those!
I'm looking forward to a day at Bahnstormer to try some BMWs... watch this space! I have an idea that I am going to like them...
Is the riding position less aggressive then the R or the RS?
Gerard C yes it is less aggressive as the handlebars are a few inches higher./
@@CaptainRambunctious Thank you for your reply and a great video
Noticed the Rear suspension is on the minimum [softest] setting - no wonder it doesn't turn well and feels harsh over bumps
You're absolutely right! They are supposed to be set in the middle setting... I'll let them know! Thanks for the excellent spot! Well done!
Coooo that green does look fab
It's gorgeous... If they did an R in it, I'd have got that no question... Maybe they'll bring it out next year.
It was a hard decision for me after riding both versions,but personally I liked the purer look of the non R ..in white.. and I could change it into a black one by simply swapping the tank.
Excellent point! And yet, a true cafe racer would put the best shocks and brakes on he / she could find of the day... Not such a juxtaposition as it sounds! :-)
I really wasn't dissing the Standard model, moreover, I was surprised to notice the difference though!
I knew the suspension and brakes were different, but I thought there was different engine tuning or perhaps performance camset. $1300 for the difference is a good deal for brakes and suspensions, try adding a quality suspension to any bike and you're easily looking at $1300 easily.
Absolutely.. Well in US$ it's probably more like $1600 difference, but still worth it I reckon!
Thank you for watching! Honoured as ever! :-)
great review
Love the words and fun very 1930's
The R Spec is worth EVERY PENNY more over the base Thruxton. And get it in Silver because it's just the best option.
George Hill oops! That's what I did!
the specs are great but if you aren't racing your bike, i can't see the point and getting the R.
Silver is nice but the green is the best.
fair enough...and i suppose your right...i must say i like your videos even tho i dont own a triumph myselve (i own a cbr1000rr and a homebuild z900)...so hats off to you and keep it up...its appriciated ...:)
hessel tuit no worries! Thank you.
Id say its worth the extra money just for the radial brakes on the the R. Plus no one can resist Ohlins.
I couldn't. Although some comments here already think otherwise! ;-)
Thanks for watching sir! :-)
Excellent video
Thank you Vince.
have you seen what triumph are making for the A2 licence the street cup looks good :D
Yes! Just sat on one! Photo on Instagram and Twitter... Lovely little bike. And no spokes to clean! :-)
Captain Rambunctious yeah looks great hopefully I will get to sit on one soon and are you able to do a review on one as I would love to see what you think of it as I may consider it but would be very helpful to see what you think of it but it will be the bloody A2 version I will need to get as I turn 19 I'm June and it will be restricted
666Tazer I SHIOULD be able to get on one in the next couple of weeks, but even if I edited quickly, I wouldn't be allowed to publish the video until the day of the launch, but I don't know when that is yet. Probably some time in November. But yes, I will definitely be reviewing it... Bigglesworth and Phil480 want to help too... :-)
Captain Rambunctious good can't wait will be a good video as always.
I'd probably take the R!!!
Greeeeennnn.
I hear the R is prone to stalling is this true?
Jool stalled on me about 4 times in 16months. On those occasions it was when I had been accelerating hard and then come to a stop and the revs just fell... probably a fuelling issue, but I certainly wouldn’t say it’s common.
Captain Rambunctious awesome! Thank you sir.
Totally in love with my 2014 Thruxton. It does seem that the extra c.c's do make me want the new 1200R. I'm not sure I can part with my'08 ZX14 to get the spousal approval. Damn you for this devilish enticement. LOL
I will remain penitent for the rest of the day in quiet contemplation for the enticement that I have caused... ;-)
It really IS worth the extra. It's a totally different bike... :-)
It's like a 2012 Speed Triple with Thruxton looks and charm... just saying... ;-)
Thanks for watching and for taking the time to comment...
Ride safely... TBH!
I read that the D version has less power than the R?
Exactly the same power , only differences are brakes suspension and switchgear
Thanks for that
Thank you for watching! Hope it helps...
I wish the R came in green!
Ditto!
Well worth the extra dosh
The R's colors are limited, I don't like the tacky fake tank strap and the matt silver. Triumph should allow a la carte building. Put the green on the R, ditch the strap, add a fly screen.
Ah, we all differ in our tastes... I don't like the fly screen for example, but love the tank strap! :-)
Good to know we are all different, and thank you for watching! :-)
Captain Rambunctious the tank strap is fake, and the fly screen is practical, for, you know, flies.
okleydokley Ha ha. Never had a problem with the flies and still like the tank strap even if it is fake... It does actually hold the tank down, it just doesn't lift at the hook. but at two bolts by the seat... It still functions as an actual tank strap, but that would be splitting hairs...
Nice video, thank you! I find the green kind of ugly though, too much like something you'd see on a chopper. The Brooklands Green on the old Thruxton 900 looked way cooler!
I can see what you mean, but have you seen it in person?! It is lighter in the flesh...
Anyway, yes, I know what you mean about the 900 Thruxton, although I went for the black and gold on that one.
Yes I've seen it in person when I went to buy mine and the glossy black was my favorite. I went with the R in Matte Black though cause there was no way I wasn't gonna go with the R!
250frederic Absolutely! well as you know, I have the silver one. I was worried about how to clean the matt paint?
I'm a bit worried about that as well. I'll let you know come April (right now there's 1m of snow on the streets!)
250frederic Sounds like you need knobblies and off you go! ;-)
I'm gonna have to start calling u "Thruxton Rrrrrambunctious"!
Yes, yes you are! ;-)
u speak of authentic when your talking about the tankstrap and yet u preffer the R with the upside down fork wich is nowhere near authentic?????
personally i think this version suits the style of the thruxton way better being the neo classic that it is...
an usd fork on a bike like this stands out like a sore thumb i feel....but hey,they probably felt it would sell and there right....
if u fancy öhlins suspension and proper performance to match it go buy a ducati panigale or something....
Ha! Yes, I never said I wasn't full of contradictions!
For me, the suspension works very well on the R, so why not have the best of both worlds if it is your only bike?
The whole point of liking different parts is that it is subjective...
Always take everything I say with a little bit of your own preference so that you can make your own mind up about the different parts... I just try to give people the differences so they can make their own minds up as to which bits they prefer and which they don't and can therefore make their own minds up about how they might customise their bikes...
We all like different things and have differing opinions!
Thank you for watching and for the comment.
Further more, the real cafe racing scene in the 60s, was when people would buy a standard bike and then fit the best bits they could find at the time... In that respect, if it were today, they would get a stock Thruxton and bung the best suspension and brakes they could find now, hence Brembos and Ohlins... They may clash with the older look, but the idea is bang out of the 60s...
Would my wife fitt good in the back seat?
Depends on her size I suppose, but the dual comfort seat works very well.. :-) You need to get pillion pegs as well as they are not standard with the Thruxton but are with the T120...
Hope this helps, thank you!
Captain Rambunctious thanks I need it that. You good people. 👍🏽😄🙏🏽
I like Matt paint too! going to #brutalbeauty event later today!
Matt Pratt me too! See you there!
driven both, the R has the better brakes for sure allthough the standards fine as well.
for the track : buy the R
for daily commuting, i bought the standard and loving it 😆😆😆
check it Out:
ruclips.net/video/qyzVazzwrTc/видео.html
great review though😎
Thank you! Yes, that's almost the conclusion I came to, but I still love the R for commuting too! ;-)
I want to take the Thruxton on track, but if you aren't going to, then the standard is lovely, especially the green... Did I mention I liked the green one? Are you sure?! ;-)
Love your video. That is one hell of a good looking bike.
Love the ribbed engine embellishers, matches the cylinder head fins nicely, I went for the ones that match your throttle body covers which I also have too...
Are they BC pipes?
Those pillion pegs look amazing. They'd be too much with my yellow shocks but look great with the black.
The paddock stand bobbins are a nice touch, as is the Triumph script on your side panels.
The brown seat looks amazing with the black. I wasn't sure from just pictures, but on your bike looks perfect!
Same tank strap as me.. :-)
Nice union flag on the clutch side... Joke machine?
The gold levers are brilliant!
And WHAT A SOUND!!! I know it's indoors, but lovely... Have you thought about a decat from FreeSprits? The X pipe? I did that and it's made a difference to performance as well as sound even with my EU rated pipes which have the baffles still in...
Beautiful machine. Well done! :-)
Methinks Tracer is better and trounces most Triumphs what
Andy Bryant methinks one is deluded sir! 😉
Always thought never asked, so here goes. Why the Triumph heralding excuse the pun.
Are you just a fan or patriotic or what? Why particularly Triumph fan wise because obviously the other manufacturers make comparable bikes and superior ones too. Other motorcycles are available but not to the Captain it seems.
Sleepingdragon 1 mostly becuSe they are my nearest dealer, secondly because they're British and thirdly because I like what they do.
I'm doing a day at BMW soon, but the local Ducati, Honda, Yamaha and Kawasaki dealer is a dick. Not going there again, so until I bother going to a further away Honda dealer, plan in the pipeline, its all Triumphs I'm afraid!
Captain,
My '01 Bonneville was green. It was THE FIRST bike I rode on "radial" tires. My Harley has a Michlien on the front & a
Metzler on the rear.
I WON'T RIDE ON BIAS PLY.
When I put radials on the Triumph, it was THE BIGGEST DIFFERENCE I had noticed in tires since I put DUNLOP K81s on my 1975 RD350
Yamaha.
I sure hope IDIOT OBAMA can contain him self. I think he sees the next few months as his LAST CHANCE.
Have you been watching Israeli News Live & Rush Limbaugh "infowars.com"?(RUclips).
Please let "Red"&PhilT know that I've been unable to contact them.
I shall do my best...
Tyres really make a difference!
hot Cheers
N
well, bugger
Have I made it harder to decide or were you issuing a random expletive? ;-)
Captain,
I agree with you, the GREEN Thruxton WAS better looking, but-
My 2001 Bonneville was Green & Silver. It's said that Green bikes are BAD LUCK.
I've only had a MORE SERIOUS problem with 1 bike. That was my 83 XR500r Honda.
That bike gave me a Compound Fracture of my left wrist and-
...a Bruised Left Frontal lobe. I was only in a Coma for 21 days. A Full Face helmet SAVED MY LIFE.
Anyway, back to the Green bike- "bad luck."
I broke my leg on it TWICE. I'm Titanium in my WHOLE RIGHT LEG.
I RAN OVER IT, with the Kenworth I was driving.
(not on purpose)
Yes, the Green 1 LOOKED BETTER.
I've thought many times, about that '01 engine I GAVE AWAY. It had about 50,000 miles. I was still working- it was MAINTAINED "by the book."
My local Triumph dealer,
"Del Amo Cycle," in Long Beach, Ca-USA...knows I want a BLUE & WHITE T120. James Laub is my SALESMAN.
James is YOUNGER than MY Son, Colin. He, not too long ago- had a Son himself.
I've got just over 38,000 miles on my SILVER HD DYNA STREETBOB. It's my 1st American bike.
I NEED another "Britbike."