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Hi Dave, Thanks, I hope you find something interesting in my Bimbling around. Martin doesn't live too far away from me, he lives in a very scenic area. I too fairly recently retired and the you tube thing is a bit of a hobby. Thanks for Subscribing.👍

Good to hear from you Wally. They have improved the front end. Great to see you are still here. Ride safe Mate👍

Thanks for sharing your thoughts, ride safe mate👍

Hi, A progressive spring is a spring where the windings, (the spaces) get progressively shorter for a certain length of the spring. This means it reacts differently under load. Tec is a supplier there are others. It is a fair point, I was presuming that people know what they are which was wrong of me. I hope that makes sense. Ride safe, thanks for commenting.👍

Thanks for your thoughts. Ride safe👍

I like the music!

Hi Ian. As others have said, and you know from your own experience it's worth doing. Thanks for commenting. Ride safe 👍

Hi Mate, Yes, I've just been out for a couple of hours, definite improvement, do know what the clunking is big it's virtually gone now. The seat is as an absolute game changer though. 2 hours, no sore botty. Absolutely brilliant.

Ok be just been out for a couple of hours, definitely better. But maybe not on the newer ones like yours? Might already be in there. 👍

@shottostravels I don't know, they say the newer ones have a better front suspension, but I can't tell. It rides nice. I like the idea of Ohlins in the rear but I can't come up with a justifier. 😂

Thanks for commenting. Apparently they have sorted it on the Mk 2 version. Ride safe Mate 👍

@@shottostravels I hadn't heard that? Excellent.....now put the mainstand back!😀

A wise man once said "You've got to have somewhere to put your stuff" Oh no, that was me!

@@shottostravels 😁

Hi Ian, funny enough ,I've got some Ikon shocks coming off flea bay that the fella assures me will be a wonderful improvement. But then, he is selling them! Let's see👍 Thanks for commenting👍

Hi Pete, it would be, it was pretty straightforward once I had the correct springs. New seat has ( at least( doubled my range before any hint of a booty ache. Looks like we are in for another crappy summer here, we are in the North West really, Wales isn't far and we always get the rain. (Going to "look" at campers today🤔)

@@shottostravels Just for a “look” 😬 worms are out of the can, 👌 let us know how you get on, 😂

@@PeterHolland-mu7yn I can let you know now. Can't afford it yet, but at a bit of a loose end. So, just looking👍

@@shottostravels Recce 😊

Hi Pete, I guess, Luckily they had nothing that really started me asking myself how I could get the money together. A bit of a lucky escape there! But the stock levels they had in were through the roof. Campers and Motorhomes everywhere. This is all over at the moment. Seen a few CZcamsrs on about it. During COVID they couldn't get them and everything was list price with a long wait, We know prices just went stupid but now stock is commonplace and discounts are quite big. Thousands of list. Is there a " correction " taking place in the market? Has the bubble burst? Used prices still seem quite high though. Maybe that'll be next🤔

I have been told it by two different people that it is a worthwhile investment for the Interceptor. Ride safe Mate👍

@shottostravels Thanks mate, you too 👍

Morning Mike.

@@PeterHolland-mu7yn morning Peter 👍

Thanks Mike, good to hear they will get better with time, there has been an instant improvement already. Have you done yours? If only I was 4 and knew what I know now, eh?

@@mikehatswell3961 I become a 4 year old every time I set about my bike with a spanner tears n tantrums cos it invariably goes wrong 🤣🤣🤣🤣

@@shottostravels don’t need to with mine, Triumph fitted progressive springs to the new speed twin from 2019 with the upgrades, it’s just the rear suspension that needs to be upgraded, it’s under sprung and under dampened 😦 not quite a cheap fix if you want to do it right 😉 but next on the list of to do 😉🤣

Thanks Mate ride safe👍

Indeed, don't forget that Triumph improved the suspension from 21 on. So I'm not sure if this only applies to the earlier model. 16-21. Ride safe Mate.👍 ( If you can, try a T100 too, it might surprise you!)

Morning Richard. Thanks for your thoughts and kind words Fork oil, no, I hadn't but I reckon you're right, I guess that changing the oil would alter things. I don't think you need to do this on your newer Bonnie, Triumph did change the suspension on those. Ride safe Mate👍

Thanks for commenting Ride safe 👍

Thanks Mike, I hope you had a great wee trip. The seat is wonderful although mouth wateringly expensive new. I was very lucky to get it offered to me. I was out today on a wee ride out locally with a subscriber who doesn't live far away and when I mentioned it he seems to be up for a France trip next year to have a look at the Landing beaches in Normandy etc too Do you still fancy it?.

@@shottostravels without a doubt buddy, I’m definitely up for it , sorting out the passport now 😂 and I’ve just been told that I’ll be getting my Bonneville back from the dealership this week, they have sorted out the oil leak 🙄 apparently 🤞having had a few days away on the wee bike this weekend it’s reminded me just how much I love being out with a loaded bike for more than just a ride out, speak soon. Mike 👍

@@mikehatswell3961 Mike, that's great, you'll absolutely love it. Not withstanding that you are at the " wrong" end of the country. Bit more difficult for you. I believe next year is being suggested? There's a lot to discuss, and I'm sure you will agree that this isn't the place to do it. What if We get a wattsapp group going that all interested parties involved can liase in. I can sort that out maybe when Pete gets back from his campervanning?🤔 Sept/Oct?

@@shottostravels sounds good to me 👍

Hi Mate, agreed on all counts. The Corbin is genuinely very good. But as you say expensive. Ride safe Mate👍

Thanks Rob, you are correct. I have a Triumph one on now. Ride safe Mate👍

Thank you Wally, it is much more comfortable. Thanks for commenting. Thank you for sending them in. Ride safe👍

I reckon, Googles your friend! Ride safe👍

Ha,,, Perhaps it was👍

Thanks Mate, it's weird, it's quite hard but it's very comfy.👍 Why not, they were great pics!

Thanks Mate, it's certainly improved the comfort.👍

Rides Great 👍

Fishing? I know it's very popular but I'm sorry Mate, I couldn't think of anything worse! 👍

I cannot Thank you enough for the trouble you went to and I am loving the seat. It has truly at least doubled (or more) the distance I can ride before the aches and pains set in. It's already getting better the more I ride it, and it seems to be improving all the time. I think it looks fine but I bet it did look really good on an all black bike. The handlebar clamp is great. Tec have sent me the wrong front fork springs, I received them yesterday and they are too short but I will get that sorted soon. I have also sourced some hardly used rear Ikon ( used to be Koni) rears that the previous owner said are a big step up from the stock rear shocks. I think I may buy handlebar risers just to bring the bars back a bit as when I sit back on the seat it's just a slight stretch, not major but I think back an inch or two would be great. Thanks again for everything, enjoy your Enfield, wonderful bike. Ride safe👍

@@shottostravels Yes I fitted 3/4" risers and it made a lot of difference. But I'm only 5' - 8" on a good day, and rather overweight too. A change of tyres helped it stop the road surface tracking. But for all that the Bonnie always felt top heavy, my old BSA would outride it on the twisties. The roads around here can be difficult as you never know what's round the corner, Juan and Pedro might be stopped on their tractors nattering to each other oblivious to any other traffic that might use the roads. Or a large lorry can be on your side of the road, even wild pigs or stray dogs etc. So it's best to ride cautiously, especially on a Sunday when the idiots are about.

@bsabiker-d7z I'm a bit surprised you found it top heavy. It's not just Espana where they all come out on a Sunday. But I have to admit I have never had to dodge a pig!👍

Ok, fair comment, I see what you mean Ride safe 👍

Ears? 👍

Hi Mate, you know it really does, it's at least doubled my range and I'm sure it's getting better the more I ride it.👍

Genuinely, double or treble your range and it's getting better the more I ride it. Wonderful..👍

@@shottostravels interesting 😁 I could be gone for days 😁😂😂

You know Mate, it's more than doubled my range and it's getting better the more I ride it. Im blown away by it. 👍

You do, but you're wrong😉 Tbh, I've never really, I mean really looked at one. You know the daftest things can put me off. I looked at a BSA in a showroom alongside Royal Enfield and my first thought was ( rightly or wrongly) that they didn't seem to be up to Enfield standards ( I know this is potentially a can of worms). Little things, like a sticker on one of the crankcases, really, a sticker! Then I thought they are brand new, untested really with not too many dealers. That was enough for me so I went for an Enfield. Tell you what, I'll see if I can sort a test ride, then I'll make more of an informed decision. Thanks for your thoughts, let's have a proper look. Ride safe👍

Those stickers are exactly like the ones from the sixties i remember putting the crossed guns on my Road Rocket, it's a nod to them being manufacturers of arms.

@@ianhalliwell8604 Yeah, I know, but stickers? Why is it not embossed, cast into the metal? Like Enfield do? It smacked to me of an afterthought and cost cutting. That was just my take on it. Who else does that? Just my thoughts at the time🤔

Same as me Mate, keep putting it off till tomorrow! The BMs a great looking bike, it's only banter. Ride safe and thanks for commenting.

Lovely area Mate, I'll have to check out Dinas Mawddwy! I hope you've sorted your brakes. Ride safe👍

Thanks for commenting. You know, I found the Royal Enfield Classic standard seat much more comfy than the stock triumph seat. I think I need the saddle shape as opposed to the slab of the Triumph. We've had a pretty crap week again, ( for July) I'm hoping it improves. Soon. Ride safe Mate👍

Hi Mate, Thanks for commenting. For info, The tank isn't polished by my knees,! There are Black rubber knee grips fitted. Most Bonnies are the same. Ride em all if you can, they are not cheap and I am sure you will make the right decision as to what the right bike is for you. Happy test riding! Ride safe Mate👍

Thanks Garry, Im glad you enjoyed it. Ride safe👍

Never thought of that, they were clean sheep weren't they. Corbin seat is great. I got some Tec progressive fork springs yesterday, they are too short, they sent me the wrong ones. Ah well. I've sorted a ride on a V7 this week, that'll be next Sunday I guess now, it was going to be the fork springs. It is a lovely ride out around there. Better on that seat! Ride safe Mate. Great to see your Dethleffs, I think we are moving forward on that front too. Probably next spring👍 Exciting times ahead, love all the aires in France.

@@shottostravels Hi mate, oh no a ride on a V7 character by the bucket load as well as being the second prettiest bike in the official shotto prettiest bike survey 🤣 We’re loving our van 🚐 we’re looking forward to our next trip, prob take the Vespa px on the trailer is the plan, best bit we have no idea where, we will make it up as we go, the Aires system is fantastic and there are over 4000 to choose from, we do generally though use campsites, set up and explore. Go steady bud looking forward to the Guzzi ride.

@PeterHolland-mu7yn You know I'm envious. But I'll sort it out. My missus can't get her leg over a bike anymore ( bad hip, despite already having had it replaced, but you've got me thinking again now. A Vespa? Or a scoot of some sort could be a solution.🤔 When are you going? Let me know where you get to. I'm interested. V7 this week I think, the dealer said just wait for a decent day? But even That's becoming a big ask at the moment. As you say. Laters.

Thanks Mate, I'm really pleased you enjoyed it. Ride safe👍

Thanks Richard, I've never had one, it's weird, it is very firm but undoubtedly comfortable. 👍

Thanks, about time we had a decent run of weather. Is it going to be a wash out this year? Hope not. Ride safe Mate👍

Thanks very much, I have heard of Corbin seats but never had one. It is much better than stock. I don't really follow Road Racing, but I do remember Ron Haslam. They are from Derbyshire and Leon was helping out his dad when he didn't have racing/testing commitments at his race school at Donnington Park. He took his test so that he could help move bikes about. I seem to remember he was a really good driver but a bit quick! I have arranged a ride on a V7 for this week. That should be fun. Ride safe Mate👍

Completely agree 👍

Hi, they didn't get around to Dyno testing and unfortunately I have now changed to a Bonneville. I think the honest answer is if you need more power, and some might not, get something else. Ride safe Mate👍

@@shottostravels I really don't want to change the bike, I am 72 and it is an easy bike to ride. I looked at the Himalayan 450 and it has the power but feels top heavy. I can live with 20hp, but another couple would be nice

@@allanb52 I agree, it'll do anything. I'd have another in a heartbeat, I said many times that it over delivers what you expect. I'd certainly have another. Put a DNA filter on it. Gives a bit more mid range👍

Wonderful, send me a picture when you get it with a wonderful New Zealand backdrop! I've actually sold mine now but I'm getting another hopefully soon Ride safe Mate👍

Thanks Mate, ride safe👍

Hi Nick. Can't disagree with any of that, I did post a pic of the lower fixing, he used a simple 50mm ( I seem to remember) P clip( off eBay) It worked well. I can do 200 miles plus in a day, by then I'm crippled on the standard seat but have just 'acquired' a Corbin seat, it's like night and day. Much better. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Ride safe Mate 👍