You’re my favourite motorcycle reviewer anywhere. No bs, no loud music. Just a great review while watching you ride through the countryside. And a solid review each and every time. Cheers from Canada. 🇨🇦
Great review as always. You're absolutely right; it doesn't matter where they're made as much as how they're made. I'm convinced the rumors are true that Triumph emulated Japanese engineering in their new designs, which really makes them improved British copies of improved Japanese copies of original British machines. These bikes are fantastic.
I was just thinking what a brave man you were relying on that suction cup. Nek minute... I always use a tether as backup because I never fully trust them.
same here, was about to type and seen your comment. I would only trust a suction cup inside a car or inside the cockpit of plane and similar. He lucky to have found the camera in that tall grass.
Missie, it is very important that British Bikes are made in Britain because we like our kids (black, brown, yellow or white ones) to have jobs here. Nuff said. Great choice of bike. I have the Bonneville and love it. I think it is the way that Triumph have made the Bonneville variants sound and behave exactly like we REMEMBER the originals sounding and behaving. It evokes idealised memories. Very clever. I compared my T120 with a Tiger 650 recently and the older bike made a tinnier exhaust note and rattled and leaked and wobbled on fast bends. My new 2017 T120 is absolute perfection.
Triumph now employ more people at Hinckley than they did before they opened factories in Thailand as a result of doing so. That's why BMW, Ducati, KTM and HD followed suit in Thailand and India. It's a shame that's how the world works but there's no point being unsuccessful to please purists.
I'm with you Andy. When I returned to biking after 40 years my head was turned by the Triumph modern classics range. Triumph being a brand that I'd hankered after since my teens. I am proud to ride my T120 Black because it is British, wherever it was built. A visit to the Triumph factory confirms Triumph's commitment to quality and on the factory tour they state that the workers in the 'clone' factories are initially trained at the Hinckley factory, so operate to standards set here. Keep up the good work!
Whenever "one of those days" comes I am literally afraid of riding motorbike... Fair play to you TMF for completing your review! Fantastic machine, one of my dream bikes!
Love the way you react to the lady at 8:07. If we all adopted your generous and gentlemanly attitude the roads would be a much better place and us motorcyclists more respected. Nice one TMF!
My only gripes are: the fuel mix at low revs causing jerky throttle response and seems like it wants to stall; short gear lengths; kind of spongy suspension; seat could be comfier. These are tiny gripes though because I am always smiling when riding this beauty! I got a fuel booster plug to address the fuel delivery at low revs, and will likely be grabbing an aftermarket seat. Keep up the great reviews!
Most of the Triumphs are now in Thailand as are Doc Martin boots. My wonderful Royal Enfield 650 interceptor is a British brand now made in India. At least now it doesn’t leak oil! (:
Not a disaster at all. We love real world, real people videos. There are plenty of turds that have had the content polished out of them but as they say... Keep it up, it shows you’re made from the same stuff as the rest of us.
A Triumph guy, myself. Have an '09 Speed Triple and love it. Never tire of the engine, noise, handling, brakes, looks. Always get stopped for a compliment, but never want to because it's so much fun to ride! Next bike (and I'm keeping this one!) is probably a Bonnie. Love this Speed Twin, too!
Number one reason for buying my Street Scrambler is the way it makes me feel when I ride it (as well as when I look at it!). I recently has a Speed Twin courtesy bike but didn’t much like the handling/riding position when compared with the SS. Just as well really - because otherwise I’d have had to buy one, and there isn’t room in the garage for both. Great channel; keep up the good work.
Hi Andy, I’ve bought one, with V & H cans! I traded the T120 and CB500X (both good bikes), but just want this one bike (the minimalist in me). The Mrs reckons she’ll manage short pillion rides on it. Being lighter it will suit me more in my old age. I too am glad it’s English, glad it’s Triumph and I’m glad it’s still in the Bonneville family. Wish me well. Cheers, Pete
I wont be changing my bike for a while, i just use it for commuting but if and when I do I’m very tempted by one of the Triumph retro bikes. The Street Cup is very appealing as i love the cafe racer style and don’t need the extra power (and expense!) of the Thruxton.
I just bought this bike yesterday, same color. You are right about the quality, fit and finish. The bike is beautiful, and like you said, they did so well with the plate holder that it doesn't need a tail tidy/ fender eliminator. I am very pleased with this bike.
I guess that portaltwo is my age, my first two bikes in the 1960's were a BSA then a Triumph. Difficult to start, leaks, unreliability, pushed too many times, enough hassle to put you off two wheels. But then bought a Honda. No leaks, total reliability, what a pleasure. It was stolen from my garage in 1979 so if anybody sees PTO 88G at a vintage rally, its mine 😬 Never since have I entertained a British machine because of those bad experiences. So how times have changed. I admire your passion for a quality bike, and look forward to your longterm review. Hope your faith remains unshaken! Thanks for the ride today
Just a tip old bean, if you mount cameras to the bike, tether them in case the mount gives way. I decided after years of watching many of you to try recording a trip, bought a camera, solid RAM mount, clamped it onto the brush bar on my GSA and somewhere it just disappeared heh. No idea where it went, but it came off while riding along. Just take a small bit of paracord and just tie it off to the bike. In my case it was one of the screws on the swivel of the housing mount that came loose from vibration.
I, like a lot of the other commenters, thought the worst upon reading the title. Glad you and the bike are ok. Thinking that the camera falling off the dial was the last of your troubles, I honestly thought my headphones were on their way out when the audio went south. The quality of your videos are always tremendously impeccable, so much so, the reliability of my equipment was immediately suspect. As always, thanks for sharing.
I had visions of a Zero type scenario when I read the title! I've had my Triumph, a Speedmaster, for 5 months now. Normally at this stage the "Honeymoon" period is starting to wain, not so with my Trumpet Strumpet. I haven't had one single moment where I've thought that could be better or this is a bit naff. Still cant park her up and just walk away, I always have to stop, turn round and look back at her. Triumph, collective Sirs, you've got it spot on. That engine, whether it be the HT or HP is a masterpiece.
I feel your pain brother. After working all weekend i settled down with a cuppa and joined you for the ride only to watch in horror as you lost the go pro! Hope didn't scratch the tank as it took quite a tumble. Very informative re the Speed Twin. Glad you're enjoying it! Ride safe and am sure you'll have better days. It's all a matter of life's balance.
Better outcome than some of the “Tumbling GoPro” videos I’ve seen, many of which end up with a soundtrack of tearing metal and groans, followed by a battered vlogger listing their injuries! Love that new bike, they really have hit the bullseye with the styling.
really like that your patriotic about britain and i wish the speed twin was made in britain it is important to me where things are made and who put it together i have ridden this bike for awhile and i like it also sadly my only option for having a motorcycle manufactured in my country is owning a harley davidson which isn't a terrible option but i like other bikes much more
I’m looking forward to the day when I can buy a Triumph. In my case probably be the street twin but I would be perfectly happy on that. Really good to see you enjoying yourself, apart from the video equipment. I guess you’ve got a lot of envious followers out here who just enjoy the reviews. We all have our off days-better it was the camera equipment that got damaged not the bike or yourself🙂
Made in Thailand! How British is it? for that matter Harley Davidson almost entirely made outside US while Honda Goldwing made in USA.Which is more American?
I really like that bike. It’s absolutely gorgeous. When I picked up my Street Triple, they had one on the showroom floor. I was seriously tempted to tell the salesman too forget the triple. I want this one.
Being an anglophile I regret not getting a Triumph. (My first bike was a BSA though - A65 L '73) .But the most important thing is having a dealer you can rely on. It is what it is. I'm glad I found one (reliable dealer) at all TBH. Glad you were able to retrieve your GoPro. Suction cups fall off regularly in my exp.
Having owned many old school Brit bikes back in the day I have been very wary of the new versions of Triumphs. Up till now they have had many points against them to be attractive to me, lots of imitations and look a like parts, they were trying hard to look the part and relying on their previously good name. They still have some bits that don't look quite right but they are gradually improving (or maybe I'm getting used to how they look) and performance is now as it should be. The Street Twin range surprised me when they first released it and I couldn't help admiring them but the one thing that let them down was the low power output for the size of the engine compared to other engines. I'm glad to see they have addressed that issue and really got this version of the ST on par with modern bikes. I could easily see myself owning a modern Triumph at some point, it's very difficult not to admire them and I would be proud to own one !
I always use a safety cable on the camera or wind the sound- and power cable around it that it will hang onto them. Yes I had a day that the external microphone cable came loose so all there was to here was wind noise. After that the battery went down too early. Since then I use a power pack as external battery. Can you live with them mirrors , I couldn't for sure. I like the rest of the bike and not only from the backside view.
Heart attack! As you no doubt intended, the camera's view as it bounced along made me think for just a moment that you'd come off while trying to stop it from flying (sorry) away. Still, when the sound went wonky, I did have a small chuckle, hopefully *with* you. Between you and Mr. 480, never a dull moment.
Last new Bonneville I owned was in 1982 great bike but this one is what we dreamed about. Triumph have done a fantastic job of getting the looks, sound and everything else just right. Hope you enjoy many trouble free miles on her.
Personally don't trust the suction mounts, certainly not with the £350 Hero 7! Get yourself the ultimate Add-on mirror mount. I need another as left mine on the 1250 RS 😖 Yes was having one of those days too!
I have one of these, same colour, and coming from bigger faired bikes I had my doubts but I love it for all the same reasons. It’s a cracking bike and I’m really enjoying the ease of use and that great engine. Can’t understand why the steering lock isn’t better but not a problem. In October I’m going to try a short tour of Germany on it, we’ll see. A fine companion to my Speed Triple!
Love your vids ! Hope you'll be reviewing the Tenere 700 in the near future. It's a bike I'm interested in and I would love to hear your thoughts. keep 'em coming mate. Thanks.
I do love the triumphs, but I'm not a fan of too much tech on the bikes. I don't need fly by wire or riding modes . The only useful mod is anti lock brakes. Great channel and great videos. I did think the camera looked a bit precarious though.
Just goes to show that even the pros can get things wrong at times 🤣 I am very glad that you found it, I didn’t mind having a giggle 🤭 but would have felt bad for you if it had been lost. Keep up the great reviews, bike looks fab 👍🏍👌
A few years back, the phrase "British quality control" was considered an oxymoron and the butt of many a parody (e.g. - see Top Gear's hilarious British Leyland challenge), but being a Street Triple R owner myself, I have to agree the times have certainly changed for the better. I still had a laugh at the memory though.
LOL I have never laughed so much watching you as I did on this one. I know all the effort you put in to your video quality and your A.D.D is that of legend . To have all the gremlins rear their head in one Masterpiece is a gift I will cherish lol
Love hearing you talk about that bike! It’s a beauty. Glad the disaster was just with the electronics. You worried us! Ride safely and as always - thanks!
Couldn't agree more in respect of the dials - they look fantastic. Funny I was just about to comment how ingenious your camera mount was. "A cool machine indeed"..😀
Sorry mate to be in stitches over your mishap, is a tad impolite. I couldn't help but laugh a little. That looks like the older Sony/Contour action cam suction cup mount by Pana Vise, if I'm not mistaken. They are strong, albeit a bit heavy. The newer suction cup mount from Sony (VCT-SCM1), I think is a more secure mount. Have had it on the front (wind side) of my windshield and on the side of my helmet at speeds over 100km/h. Nice to see you sporting the Aussie, Quadlock phone mount too!
Hi TMF, when you set off I thought to myself I don't like the look of the go-pro stuck to the clocks! I'm not often right . Glad you got it back in working order.
I'll be interested to see how you get on with the Quadlock in the rain. It's the tidiest solution I've found but, on both my naked bikes, water gets blown into the edges of the poncho/rain cover and collects in the bottom where the phone ports are.
Yor comments on your choice is my own sentiments. Lots of great bikes out there, But i just love Triumphs to which ive had 3. Im now on a Rocket 3. Not the newest one. Too much money. A 2016 model and i have no longer the need to ever change from that now. I like the old style clocks also. The Bonnie,s are great compact bikes that can be used for any ride and never look out of place in my view. Nice bike and colour choice and nice video.
I bought my Speed Twin in April this year. My other bikes are close to what you have. A Street Triple RS, a RT1200 and an old R1150r Roadster. Very interested in seeing how ownership progresses for you. Good luck. I wish you well.
Ideal for a solo spin, no doubts. I tried one for a couple of hours, unfortunately it was raining so I didn’t get a chance to feel my arms coming out of their sockets lol. I wanted the lightness of the thing. However, my doubts are that I couldn’t have the bits I need for touring an everyday use: The backrest, screen and so forth; besides that would ruin the looks of the thing. So I’ll stick with the green and Fusion white T120 . Maybe in a couple of years... You lucky boy, having both ST and the RE Interceptor...
I love my speed triple, but seriously thinking about px it for one those beauties. Quad lock mounts are great, I have one of those too. Thanks for the vid, very helpful.
I see you’re using a quad lock phone mount. What’s your thoughts on it ?? I’m considering buying one for my Tracer 900. Keep up the good work Andy !! Very enjoyable vid.
They do say bad things happen in 3's, started with the van's, the gopro then the microphone haha. Absolutely stunning machine though. I'm definitely considering a triumph as my next bike. Brilliant stuff as always 👍😎
Nice pops on the over run... When you said that your favourite View is from the rear quarter, I was waiting for you to continue “just like Mrs Flyer” !
I am non british but i love triumph more than any other. The sound they make, i mean i dont have words. From the daytona to the street triple rs to the rocket 3 to the speed twin.
I spotted that it was wobbling around a fair bit quite early on. I was shouting at the screen to tell you, but I don’t think you could hear me over the V&H pipes ... Glad you found it at least, hope there wasn’t too much damage!
In the grand scheme of disastrous bike vids, I'm glad to say that wasn't a good one lol. I was watching the vid through my fingers expecting you drop it or be taken out! Thankfully that wasn't the case! I'm not hugely in to Triumph's but it is a lovely bike. I was recently checking out the Thruxton R Track Racer & it looked stunning. On my list!
I would really like to have a Rocket 3 for a second bike, I hope you get to try one out soon. (not that I could afford one) I have a question; does the gas cap flip toward the rider when you open it? (on your bike being reviewed here)
If you take off that extension arm and just put the gopro straight in the suction mount it would be a lot more stable. You'll get a wider angle too with it being a touch further back.
I was told when I went to Hinckley anything with a bonneville engine is built in Thailand ( tho they did say something about part of the engine being built over here ! ) they only build the big speed triple and big tigers in the uk ... I have the 1200 scrambler and the fit and finish is amazing , looks wise you can leave it anywhere and people are drawn to it ,, I have no issues as to where it was built , the quality is exactly the same as if it was built in the uk ....in fact I would say the whole bonneville range looks better than the speed and tiger range quality wise .
The sound is horrible at the end. You should have edited it. Otherwise, the exhaust note was awesome, the bike looks great... one of the best. Keep up the good work
Lovely video and beautiful bike! One question which is really off topic... Do you like the rpha11 pro or the shoei NXR better? Looking for a new helmet.
@@andysatch9150 if you're implying all flip up helmets are inherently unsafe if you read reviews and read some of the sharp tests you'll find that isn't the case.
@@eskimo427 I don't believe that is a flip up, more of an open face with a plastic fashion front...? It is certainly true to say though that flip ups are not as safe as full face, as they are a compromise solution...
You’re my favourite motorcycle reviewer anywhere. No bs, no loud music. Just a great review while watching you ride through the countryside. And a solid review each and every time. Cheers from Canada. 🇨🇦
Thanks Jack - appreciated!
Great review as always. You're absolutely right; it doesn't matter where they're made as much as how they're made. I'm convinced the rumors are true that Triumph emulated Japanese engineering in their new designs, which really makes them improved British copies of improved Japanese copies of original British machines. These bikes are fantastic.
Oh the irony!
I was just thinking what a brave man you were relying on that suction cup. Nek minute...
I always use a tether as backup because I never fully trust them.
same here, was about to type and seen your comment. I would only trust a suction cup inside a car or inside the cockpit of plane and similar. He lucky to have found the camera in that tall grass.
When I saw that I was like, this wont hold 😂
Missie, it is very important that British Bikes are made in Britain because we like our kids (black, brown, yellow or white ones) to have jobs here. Nuff said. Great choice of bike. I have the Bonneville and love it. I think it is the way that Triumph have made the Bonneville variants sound and behave exactly like we REMEMBER the originals sounding and behaving. It evokes idealised memories. Very clever. I compared my T120 with a Tiger 650 recently and the older bike made a tinnier exhaust note and rattled and leaked and wobbled on fast bends. My new 2017 T120 is absolute perfection.
Triumph now employ more people at Hinckley than they did before they opened factories in Thailand as a result of doing so. That's why BMW, Ducati, KTM and HD followed suit in Thailand and India. It's a shame that's how the world works but there's no point being unsuccessful to please purists.
I'm with you Andy. When I returned to biking after 40 years my head was turned by the Triumph modern classics range. Triumph being a brand that I'd hankered after since my teens. I am proud to ride my T120 Black because it is British, wherever it was built. A visit to the Triumph factory confirms Triumph's commitment to quality and on the factory tour they state that the workers in the 'clone' factories are initially trained at the Hinckley factory, so operate to standards set here. Keep up the good work!
Whenever "one of those days" comes I am literally afraid of riding motorbike... Fair play to you TMF for completing your review! Fantastic machine, one of my dream bikes!
Love the way you react to the lady at 8:07. If we all adopted your generous and gentlemanly attitude the roads would be a much better place and us motorcyclists more respected. Nice one TMF!
Loving my Speed Twin. Such a pleasure to ride.
"She looks lovely from behind"
I utter that sentence in my head at least 10 times every day. :D
that's what he said
A cracking bike, Andy. Triumph really hit the nail on the head with the Speed Twin 👌
Andy 🏴
Totally agree with your sentiments about why you enjoy owning a British bike. It is that same patriotic feeling that made me buy a Bentley......
My only gripes are: the fuel mix at low revs causing jerky throttle response and seems like it wants to stall; short gear lengths; kind of spongy suspension; seat could be comfier. These are tiny gripes though because I am always smiling when riding this beauty! I got a fuel booster plug to address the fuel delivery at low revs, and will likely be grabbing an aftermarket seat. Keep up the great reviews!
Will do....thanks for watching!
As soon as I started the video I thought ‘wonder how secure that GoPro is mounted there’ 😂😂 glad you found it
You should be proud that it’s a beautiful British 🇬🇧 bike I personally love it myself even though I’m from America 🇺🇸👍🏻
charlie ryan Beautiful British bike made in Thailand.!!!
Most of the Triumphs are now in Thailand as are Doc Martin boots. My wonderful Royal Enfield 650 interceptor is a British brand now made in India. At least now it doesn’t leak oil! (:
Hobo somewhere.... and broberly the better for it😊
Patriotism is the passion of fools and the most foolish of passions. - Arthur Schopenhauer
Not a disaster at all. We love real world, real people videos. There are plenty of turds that have had the content polished out of them but as they say...
Keep it up, it shows you’re made from the same stuff as the rest of us.
Thank you!
A Triumph guy, myself. Have an '09 Speed Triple and love it. Never tire of the engine, noise, handling, brakes, looks. Always get stopped for a compliment, but never want to because it's so much fun to ride! Next bike (and I'm keeping this one!) is probably a Bonnie. Love this Speed Twin, too!
Number one reason for buying my Street Scrambler is the way it makes me feel when I ride it (as well as when I look at it!). I recently has a Speed Twin courtesy bike but didn’t much like the handling/riding position when compared with the SS. Just as well really - because otherwise I’d have had to buy one, and there isn’t room in the garage for both. Great channel; keep up the good work.
The timing when the audio started playing up was priceless.
Hi Andy, I’ve bought one, with V & H cans! I traded the T120 and CB500X (both good bikes), but just want this one bike (the minimalist in me). The Mrs reckons she’ll manage short pillion rides on it. Being lighter it will suit me more in my old age. I too am glad it’s English, glad it’s Triumph and I’m glad it’s still in the Bonneville family. Wish me well. Cheers, Pete
You’ll love it Pete - congratulations!
I wont be changing my bike for a while, i just use it for commuting but if and when I do I’m very tempted by one of the Triumph retro bikes. The Street Cup is very appealing as i love the cafe racer style and don’t need the extra power (and expense!) of the Thruxton.
Definitely my next bike will be a Triumph 765 3 cylinder when they release it in a sports bike frame 😜👍🇦🇺
Don't know if Straya is getting it but they are planning on selling a "watered down Moto2" version soon[next year or so] if memory serves me right.🤔
JIGA BACHI awesome mate !!! I hope we get it here in Australia 🇦🇺 and that they do a special moto gp version would be cool 😜👍🇦🇺
Haha...lucky you the go Pro is still in one piece..truly one of those days...keep up the good work.👍
I have a Tiger 800 and a Bonneville and love them both. They both have been reliable and a joy to ride!
A really nice bike. Glad you have finally got to the 1st service and had you nuts tightened!
Triumphs make my nuts go tight !
I just bought this bike yesterday, same color. You are right about the quality, fit and finish. The bike is beautiful, and like you said, they did so well with the plate holder that it doesn't need a tail tidy/ fender eliminator. I am very pleased with this bike.
Me too....though I have now fitted a tail tidy....doh!!!
@@TheMissendenFlyer I can't wait to see what it looks like....
I guess that portaltwo is my age, my first two bikes in the 1960's were a BSA then a Triumph. Difficult to start, leaks, unreliability, pushed too many times, enough hassle to put you off two wheels. But then bought a Honda. No leaks, total reliability, what a pleasure. It was stolen from my garage in 1979 so if anybody sees PTO 88G at a vintage rally, its mine 😬 Never since have I entertained a British machine because of those bad experiences. So how times have changed. I admire your passion for a quality bike, and look forward to your longterm review. Hope your faith remains unshaken! Thanks for the ride today
Thanks for watching!
I just kept thinking...”I am your father, Luke”
It is actually: Luke, I am your father!!
@@dennisthorhalvorsen9461 It's actually, "No, I am your father".
Same reaction here... except I heard, "I find your lack of faith disturbing."
Just a tip old bean, if you mount cameras to the bike, tether them in case the mount gives way. I decided after years of watching many of you to try recording a trip, bought a camera, solid RAM mount, clamped it onto the brush bar on my GSA and somewhere it just disappeared heh. No idea where it went, but it came off while riding along. Just take a small bit of paracord and just tie it off to the bike. In my case it was one of the screws on the swivel of the housing mount that came loose from vibration.
Oh man, I typed that before watching the vid because I saw it suction cupped on the gauge.
Perfect bike for a lovely summers day ride, tether that camera😉!
I, like a lot of the other commenters, thought the worst upon reading the title. Glad you and the bike are ok. Thinking that the camera falling off the dial was the last of your troubles, I honestly thought my headphones were on their way out when the audio went south. The quality of your videos are always tremendously impeccable, so much so, the reliability of my equipment was immediately suspect. As always, thanks for sharing.
I had visions of a Zero type scenario when I read the title! I've had my Triumph, a Speedmaster, for 5 months now. Normally at this stage the "Honeymoon" period is starting to wain, not so with my Trumpet Strumpet. I haven't had one single moment where I've thought that could be better or this is a bit naff. Still cant park her up and just walk away, I always have to stop, turn round and look back at her. Triumph, collective Sirs, you've got it spot on. That engine, whether it be the HT or HP is a masterpiece.
I feel your pain brother. After working all weekend i settled down with a cuppa and joined you for the ride only to watch in horror as you lost the go pro! Hope didn't scratch the tank as it took quite a tumble. Very informative re the Speed Twin. Glad you're enjoying it!
Ride safe and am sure you'll have better days. It's all a matter of life's balance.
Indeed - luckily no damage done, thanks for watching and for stopping by- TMF
Glad you found the gopro tmf. Ill be honest i was expecting the worse with the title. Hows the tank? Did it scratch the paint?
Better outcome than some of the “Tumbling GoPro” videos I’ve seen, many of which end up with a soundtrack of tearing metal and groans, followed by a battered vlogger listing their injuries! Love that new bike, they really have hit the bullseye with the styling.
Agreed!
really like that your patriotic about britain and i wish the speed twin was made in britain it is important to me where things are made and who put it together i have ridden this bike for awhile and i like it also sadly my only option for having a motorcycle manufactured in my country is owning a harley davidson which isn't a terrible option but i like other bikes much more
Well I think ride what you like, wherever it’s made - doesn’t stop you being patriotic though!
I’m looking forward to the day when I can buy a Triumph. In my case probably be the street twin but I would be perfectly happy on that. Really good to see you enjoying yourself, apart from the video equipment. I guess you’ve got a lot of envious followers out here who just enjoy the reviews. We all have our off days-better it was the camera equipment that got damaged not the bike or yourself🙂
Very true!
As a brit myself, i have a triumph I’m proud that it’s British
As a German, I have a Speed Twin and love it because it’s British.
@@j0kar As a Hungarian, I... am proud
As an American, I’m too broke to own a Triumph :(
Made in Thailand! How British is it? for that matter Harley Davidson almost entirely made outside US while Honda Goldwing made in USA.Which is more American?
I really like that bike. It’s absolutely gorgeous. When I picked up my Street Triple, they had one on the showroom floor. I was seriously tempted to tell the salesman too forget the triple. I want this one.
Being an anglophile I regret not getting a Triumph. (My first bike was a BSA though - A65 L '73) .But the most important thing is having a dealer you can rely on. It is what it is. I'm glad I found one (reliable dealer) at all TBH.
Glad you were able to retrieve your GoPro. Suction cups fall off regularly in my exp.
Oh my that video title had me thinking something far worse was afoot! Glad it was sorted! That bike - she's a beaut!!!
Cheers Scott!
Enjoy the speed twin in good health. I’ve been a viewer for about 2 yrs. This bike has caught my attention. Cheers
Having owned many old school Brit bikes back in the day I have been very wary of the new versions of Triumphs. Up till now they have had many points against them to be attractive to me, lots of imitations and look a like parts, they were trying hard to look the part and relying on their previously good name. They still have some bits that don't look quite right but they are gradually improving (or maybe I'm getting used to how they look) and performance is now as it should be. The Street Twin range surprised me when they first released it and I couldn't help admiring them but the one thing that let them down was the low power output for the size of the engine compared to other engines. I'm glad to see they have addressed that issue and really got this version of the ST on par with modern bikes.
I could easily see myself owning a modern Triumph at some point, it's very difficult not to admire them and I would be proud to own one !
Couldn’t agree with you more about the sound! I could listen to that engine all day
So could I - sounds lovely with some great crackling on the overrun....
I always use a safety cable on the camera or wind the sound- and power cable around it that it will hang onto them.
Yes I had a day that the external microphone cable came loose so all there was to here was wind noise. After that the battery went down too early. Since then I use a power pack as external battery.
Can you live with them mirrors , I couldn't for sure. I like the rest of the bike and not only from the backside view.
I love the mirrors!
Heart attack! As you no doubt intended, the camera's view as it bounced along made me think for just a moment that you'd come off while trying to stop it from flying (sorry) away. Still, when the sound went wonky, I did have a small chuckle, hopefully *with* you. Between you and Mr. 480, never a dull moment.
Last new Bonneville I owned was in 1982 great bike but this one is what we dreamed about. Triumph have done a fantastic job of getting the looks, sound and everything else just right. Hope you enjoy many trouble free miles on her.
Personally don't trust the suction mounts, certainly not with the £350 Hero 7! Get yourself the ultimate Add-on mirror mount. I need another as left mine on the 1250 RS 😖 Yes was having one of those days too!
Luckily these action cams are pretty hardy beasts! No damage done but a bugger to find!!
Such an ace machine! Glad the GoPro survived 😀
I have one of these, same colour, and coming from bigger faired bikes I had my doubts but I love it for all the same reasons. It’s a cracking bike and I’m really enjoying the ease of use and that great engine. Can’t understand why the steering lock isn’t better but not a problem. In October I’m going to try a short tour of Germany on it, we’ll see. A fine companion to my Speed Triple!
Love your vids ! Hope you'll be reviewing the Tenere 700 in the near future. It's a bike I'm interested in and I would love to hear your thoughts. keep 'em coming mate. Thanks.
I do love the triumphs, but I'm not a fan of too much tech on the bikes. I don't need fly by wire or riding modes . The only useful mod is anti lock brakes. Great channel and great videos. I did think the camera looked a bit precarious though.
I rather enjoyed that you included the go pro falling off and the way you calmly reacted. There’s a lesson in that.
Just goes to show that even the pros can get things wrong at times 🤣 I am very glad that you found it, I didn’t mind having a giggle 🤭 but would have felt bad for you if it had been lost. Keep up the great reviews, bike looks fab 👍🏍👌
Fab review again I love your new bike and can’t wait to see more of it and what top did have on as it looks really good thanks again Tony
A few years back, the phrase "British quality control" was considered an oxymoron and the butt of many a parody (e.g. - see Top Gear's hilarious British Leyland challenge), but being a Street Triple R owner myself, I have to agree the times have certainly changed for the better. I still had a laugh at the memory though.
Aside: This bike isn't made in Britain (it's made in Thailand).
Just ordered a Speed twin in Silver. Really looking forward to picking it up. performance with class and style
LOL I have never laughed so much watching you as I did on this one. I know all the effort you put in to your video quality and your A.D.D is that of legend . To have all the gremlins rear their head in one Masterpiece is a gift I will cherish lol
I’m glad you got something out of my bad day at the office!! 😜
Perfect balance of old and new very nice.
Love hearing you talk about that bike! It’s a beauty. Glad the disaster was just with the electronics. You worried us! Ride safely and as always - thanks!
Popped over to Triumph Tamworth to check out the Speed Twin this morning. I went for the Red one. Pick it up Friday 👍👍😄. Thanks for your review ✌️
Congratulations!
Happy you managed to pull the video together despite the troubles!
Couldn't agree more in respect of the dials - they look fantastic. Funny I was just about to comment how ingenious your camera mount was. "A cool machine indeed"..😀
Sorry mate to be in stitches over your mishap, is a tad impolite. I couldn't help but laugh a little.
That looks like the older Sony/Contour action cam suction cup mount by Pana Vise, if I'm not mistaken. They are strong, albeit a bit heavy. The newer suction cup mount from Sony (VCT-SCM1), I think is a more secure mount. Have had it on the front (wind side) of my windshield and on the side of my helmet at speeds over 100km/h.
Nice to see you sporting the Aussie, Quadlock phone mount too!
Yes the quadlock is a winner...
Glad you are enjoying..... I’m loving mine ..it’ll be my last bike as I’m now 70 ..... regards Fred
We've all had one of those days. Still enjoyed watching.
Hi TMF, when you set off I thought to myself I don't like the look of the go-pro stuck to the clocks! I'm not often right . Glad you got it back in working order.
So am I!
I completely agree with your assessment of the twin gauge cluster on the Speed Twin. I love it as well. Such a great design.
....like a pair of fine watches!
That 1200 twin is a corker, very, very nice!
What a relief. When I saw the title of the video I thought you'd dropped the bike! Whew!
It’s only a camera mate; I thought you’d chucked the bike up the road 😳😂
I'll be interested to see how you get on with the Quadlock in the rain. It's the tidiest solution I've found but, on both my naked bikes, water gets blown into the edges of the poncho/rain cover and collects in the bottom where the phone ports are.
Oh dear - I bought the “poncho” but haven’t yet used it in the rain....great mounts, bit expensive though....
Yor comments on your choice is my own sentiments. Lots of great bikes out there, But i just love Triumphs to which ive had 3. Im now on a Rocket 3. Not the newest one. Too much money. A 2016 model and i have no longer the need to ever change from that now. I like the old style clocks also. The Bonnie,s are great compact bikes that can be used for any ride and never look out of place in my view. Nice bike and colour choice and nice video.
I bought my Speed Twin in April this year. My other bikes are close to what you have. A Street Triple RS, a RT1200 and an old R1150r Roadster. Very interested in seeing how ownership progresses for you. Good luck. I wish you well.
Another great video as always, the triumph is looking great! Really like your jacket, where’s it from?
Richa
Ideal for a solo spin, no doubts. I tried one for a couple of hours, unfortunately it was raining so I didn’t get a chance to feel my arms coming out of their sockets lol. I wanted the lightness of the thing. However, my doubts are that I couldn’t have the bits I need for touring an everyday use: The backrest, screen and so forth; besides that would ruin the looks of the thing. So I’ll stick with the green and Fusion white T120 . Maybe in a couple of years... You lucky boy, having both ST and the RE Interceptor...
Read the title and thought you, d had a fall. Giad it was just equipment failure. Lovely bike. 👍 👏 👏
Thanks - on both counts!
Great video as always, shame about the clickbait title.
I love my speed triple, but seriously thinking about px it for one those beauties. Quad lock mounts are great, I have one of those too. Thanks for the vid, very helpful.
Yep my two fav models. Speed twin and speed triple
I see you’re using a quad lock phone mount. What’s your thoughts on it ?? I’m considering buying one for my Tracer 900. Keep up the good work Andy !! Very enjoyable vid.
Very good bit of kit!
They do say bad things happen in 3's, started with the van's, the gopro then the microphone haha. Absolutely stunning machine though. I'm definitely considering a triumph as my next bike. Brilliant stuff as always 👍😎
Yea we’ve all had one of those day.... you definitely took it better than I would though! So cute! You didn’t even get angry 😇
TMF you're probably well aware of it, but I highly recommend the "Tec" decat x-pipe for the Bonneville engine 👍
Already fitted....
All the Triumphs bar the triples are made in thailand. So the Daytona, Tiger, Speed triple are made in Hinkley.
I love your videos by the way :D
Nice pops on the over run... When you said that your favourite View is from the rear quarter, I was waiting for you to continue “just like Mrs Flyer” !
Andy! You are causing heart attacks up and down the country with that title this morning!! Thought for sure you'd 'binned' it !
Oops - sorry!
I am non british but i love triumph more than any other. The sound they make, i mean i dont have words. From the daytona to the street triple rs to the rocket 3 to the speed twin.
Good job it didn't crack the glass on the dial! 😅😄
I spotted that it was wobbling around a fair bit quite early on. I was shouting at the screen to tell you, but I don’t think you could hear me over the V&H pipes ...
Glad you found it at least, hope there wasn’t too much damage!
Camera looks a little battle scarred but still works fine....it works hard for its living...
In the grand scheme of disastrous bike vids, I'm glad to say that wasn't a good one lol. I was watching the vid through my fingers expecting you drop it or be taken out! Thankfully that wasn't the case! I'm not hugely in to Triumph's but it is a lovely bike. I was recently checking out the Thruxton R Track Racer & it looked stunning. On my list!
As a smaller moto vlogger, it makes me happy to know that you are indeed human. :) Still a good video! Love the new bike.
Rule Brittania. Nice to hear your loyalty to England!
We all have those days mate when things go wrong. Great video Andy.👍
You need a safety tether for the GoPro! Great bike glad you are enjoying it! Hoping you will test the new Rocket III when it's available! Cheers.
So am I! Don’t think I haven’t asked Triumph!!
I would really like to have a Rocket 3 for a second bike, I hope you get to try one out soon. (not that I could afford one)
I have a question; does the gas cap flip toward the rider when you open it? (on your bike being reviewed here)
Nah it’s a fake flip cap then it unscrews off...rubbish (The RE one is better)....
I think you might have found my next bike for me! Lovely bike! Has your Speed Twin got the standard exhausts or after market ones?
If you take off that extension arm and just put the gopro straight in the suction mount it would be a lot more stable. You'll get a wider angle too with it being a touch further back.
True!
I was told when I went to Hinckley anything with a bonneville engine is built in Thailand ( tho they did say something about part of the engine being built over here ! ) they only build the big speed triple and big tigers in the uk ... I have the 1200 scrambler and the fit and finish is amazing , looks wise you can leave it anywhere and people are drawn to it ,, I have no issues as to where it was built , the quality is exactly the same as if it was built in the uk ....in fact I would say the whole bonneville range looks better than the speed and tiger range quality wise .
I agree 100%
The sound is horrible at the end. You should have edited it. Otherwise, the exhaust note was awesome, the bike looks great... one of the best. Keep up the good work
I did edit it!! Only so much i can do though...sorry about that, did say it was a disastrous video!
Did the tank survive? Or did you cover the dend with the gopro? Sorry , bad day...love your videos.
He he - luckily no damage....
Lovely video and beautiful bike! One question which is really off topic... Do you like the rpha11 pro or the shoei NXR better? Looking for a new helmet.
Whatever you buy, don't get a helmet like that one if you are quite attached to having a lower jaw..........
@@andysatch9150 if you're implying all flip up helmets are inherently unsafe if you read reviews and read some of the sharp tests you'll find that isn't the case.
@@eskimo427 I don't believe that is a flip up, more of an open face with a plastic fashion front...? It is certainly true to say though that flip ups are not as safe as full face, as they are a compromise solution...
Great video! What helmet are you using?