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Hi Paul. Yeah I'm glad it was only a relatively slow impact. Still had a rotator cuff injury in the shoulder, as the bar jolted. Still annoying that my Tbird is no longer with me. As for aftermarket parts, not really. I've replaced a few stock parts from Fowlers motorcycle parts here in the UK. The only after market screen I was looking at was the Dart Fly screen. It was small and in keeping with the looks of the bike. I didn't get it in the end, as I wasn't getting that much wind buffeting certainly below 70mph. Hope you find a good screen you like. Thx G

Got my bike! 2800 miles on it... 2014 Thunderbird Storm Matte Black... I don't deserve this! These things have tons of torque!

@@paulwenzl1711 only 2800 miles on a 2014 bike. I'm jealous. That's practically new. Enjoy.

Hiya, yeah the fuel light comes on at about 4 litres remaining. I've just checked the receipt for that fuel and I'd put 27.23 litres in the tank. So there was at least 3ltr more fuel when I filled up. On my Speed Triple 1050 RS I have reached zero miles range in the tank and still managed another 5 mile to the petrol station. It was downhill most of the way but I did panic a bit. 😁 Thx G

Thanks Andrew. I did look at expensive options screens but thought that for £15 I'll try that first, and keep the sock screen. I don't have any issues stalling when setting off. Only stalled once, downhill experimenting with hil hold. Uphill no issues, but I don't think it liked what I tried. 😁 I think I read somewhere that the new triple engines had an anti stall feature... maybe it was just on the new speed triple and not the t-plane triple of the Tiger Thx G

Where did you buy your screen deflector ? Is it just a cheap Ebay jobbie ?

@@SCOOPER3896 I bought it from Amazon,. Yes, fairly cheap about £20

Did you get the 2 lower deflectors? I put some on my 1200 GTX and couldn't tell any difference. Save your $$

They were on the bike as standard, so couldn't comment. But certainly the top deflector works a treat for removing the wind buffeting, and thus some of the noise the microphone picks up. Not 100% but enough for me. Thx G

Unintentional drop for sure. It's an area where I've parked several times before, on my Speed Triple 1050RS and my Thunderbird Nightstorm 1700, which isn't light. However, I entered the area further down than I usually do, and it seems the authority had added several inches of new gravel. The pot hole was unexpected that caught me out. Anyway lesson learned, and now I've actually bought a Tiger 1200 GT Explorer. I'll try not to drop that. 😁 Thx G

​@@AManAstraywas it a 'you break it you buy it scenario?' Will be a great bike to own

@@overwatch65 I paid for the repair (excess) on the GT Pro However I'd bought the GT Explorer in September. So far, very enjoyable

Hi Roy. Thanks for that. I'm enjoying it a lot. The Tiger 1200 GT Explorer is big, different to what I'm used to, but ergonomically the best I've ridden. Looking to get panniers and probably upper crash bars before my European trip next year. A Xmas present to myself 😁

I'm thinking this is my pre-retirement bike, but when I do retire, I'll put a lot more miles on it. Thx G

We (I) need another video come on brother give us a weekly video🤗

The T-plane crankshaft and firing order do give it an interesting sound. Only starts to sound like a triple with higher revs.

@@AManAstray very true, very true. In my opinion it sounds much better than the BMW's boxer so point for Triumph in my preference!

He was say on your video only sound on the right side

@@royhall3760 that too, but I'm not hating ;)

Good to hear. Mine is booked in next week, as my service light came on just as I went over the 600 mile mark. A few more rides before the bad weather sets in and then buying the panniers as a Christmas present to myself. 😁 Enjoy the ride. G

Thanks very much. Hopefully more videos are coming soon.

Mark, I tend to agree. I've ridden on gravel with road tyres but at slower speeds. I grew up in Brisbane and am a regular visitor to see family... I'm aware of the condition of the roads especially out of town. Definitely better tyres needed. 😁 Thx G

Thank goodness for crash bars eh? It's certainly a tall motorcycle, I'm 6'3" and It's the first motorcycle I'm still in contact with the seat, while standing with my feel on the floor. 😁 After my recent loss of my Thunderbird, I'm looking to getting an adventure bike, with the Tiger 1200 being a front runner. Thx for the comment. G

Yeah, I know. "Computer says........." But this time, it was. After it was replaced, the throttle was just perfect. None of this choking at idle, or fluctuating revs. However, as the Thunderbird is no more, I can no longer enjoy that motorcycle. Thx for the comment. G

Thanks. I've been looking on some bike for sale sites to see if there's anything out there. There are some, LTs or Commander. A few Storms, but the Nightstorm is few and far between. Thx G

Hi Austin. I agree that the explanation of excess does come across a little strong. I don't know if they do get a lot of bumps, knocks or drops with their demo bikes so they have to make it clear to people. It used to be £500 a few years ago, as I'd always get one while mine are being serviced. Interesting to hear your thoughts on the tiger 1200. I thought the throttle was sharp, it had the low end grunt (I'm not a light guy) I'd want. I really had only two critical points. Being noticeably top heavy and the seating was pushing me towards the tank and narrow end. The one you tested, was it left in rain mode or something, because it's surprising to read your experience. Thx for your comments. G

@@AManAstray it was in road i managed to get sport mode on but mate if you havent already tried a gsa try one allen jeffries or vertu as it is now are way nicer to deal with i use rotherham they are so professional. I was just taking a ride out of curiousity and i can assure you the tiger cant live with the gs or gsa its on another level of refinement apart from the qs which the boxer engine is the best its a wee bit jerky i adjust my throttle in the low gears to smooth it out but other than that the gs has way more room i am 6ft and i am comfy on stock height your 6ft 3 so you would be fine the tiger has no immediate grunt compared to mine

I'm a member of various Thunderbird Facebook groups, so the biggest surprise to me is how much I still like seeing photos of other people's thunderbirds. I'm sad I don't own one anymore.

Thanks Alec. Very true, I'm ok. Still recovering but healthy. I did have a quick look at a TB replacement, but they're few and far between. There are several Storms for sale, early models, but no Nightstorms. We'll see, I'm not going to rush buying anything yet Thx G

@@AManAstray I can understand the frustration, with it being a bike you would have kept. I've been looking, and as you say some older ones around. Sports bike factory have a few. I'm really hoping triumph decide to start making them again, or a variant at least. Reading into it apparently they had issues with being able to pass new emission standards. Hoping that means they need time to redesign and start selling again. But a bit odd if the rocket can get past. All the best!

@@alecv4622 because I had it from new, one of the last from a triumph dealership, zero miles and traveled over 400miles round trip to see it, I just knew I was keeping it. I'd put over 27000 miles on her since buying in 2017. I was actually thinking of doing a long term ownership review video, then this happened. Duh. Thx G

Yes thanks, am in one piece thankfully. The insurance assessor asked me how am I not injured given the level of damage. I suppose a good reason to own a heavy motorcycle. Never say never...if one comes up which I like, I'll consider buying..but no rush yet. Sorry to hear you're probably getting rid of yours. Thx again G

Sorry to hear this. My Nightstorm is a keeper, too! I don’t think there’s that many of them left in the country.

Yeah such a great County, great roads (excluding the flippin' pot holes in the cities) The triumph guards were ok, but snapping off with a drop into gravel, was their limit Thx G

Yes, the day after it was feeling better. Thx G

Hi Paulo. The forks were ok, not too soft. I think the hole got me by surprise so I was not expecting it to be so deep. The bike is tall and top heavy. I am 6'3" (190cm) so it wasn't a problem for me, but I think because I was top heavy, I found it difficult to lift on gravel. I am about 118kg so that helped. 😁 Glad you enjoyed the video. Thx G.

I agree. It's funny because after I posted my video, I started seeing even some of the bigger CZcams channels posted their drops as well. 😁 A trend setter.

You're welcome.. I am glad you enjoyed the trip

True. They were good at keeping the wind off my hands on a cold day. 🤔😁

Hello Luis. Welcome to the channel. The Thunderbird is a great motorcycle. I have had mine 6 years since I bought it new and still love riding it. Take care, and thanks for the comments. G.

Thanks. All the popular channels seem to have a catchy name.....so I thought I'd give it a try. Still not popular....🤣

@@AManAstray As long as you're having fun and enjoy it! We sure do!

It was several years ago now, but editing a new video from the original footage really made me want to go back to Norway.

Yes thanks. This was a reworked version of my very first attempt on CZcams with the basic equipment I had back in 2018. Trying out some new editing software, so I thought why not. Also found some footage on my old mobile phone which I've included. Glad you liked it. Thx G

Cheers thanks. Yes, I'd seen your last few videos on the new Thunderbird. As soon as I saw the colour, yep.... Saltire. 😁🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿😁 Hope you're enjoying it?

​@@AManAstray absolutely mate , great power and presence and now have space to store when touring 👍 vids from Mull and upto bettyhill in June to follow 👍 yeah the colour I've got is pretty cool looking , so cool to ride and although got her with big miles , she's been VW looked after 👍👍

@@glasgowharleyrider looking forward to those videos. I've never been to Mull so that'll be good to see.

Hi Andrew. I'm sure you've got a good one. The damage was minimal, but I paid an excess to get it all replaced. It was heavy for sure, also on gravel. I intentionally didn't include all of the heavy breathing to get it upright. 😁 Thx for the comments. G

Certainly will chalk that up...not to do it again. 😁

Hi Ray, yes those plus a little embarrassment as I had to tell the dealership I dropped their bike. The more I thought about it the more annoyed I became. The guys at the dealership were great, telling me, not the 1st time loan bikes have been dropped, even brand new bikes dropped by customers in the car park straight after purchasing. It all goes in the book of experience. Thx G

Very true. Maybe if I was expecting the drop and had better tyres. 😁

Hi Yannick. I think you will enjoy the LT and the road trip to Brittany. I hope you have good roads and good weather. My Norway trip was in 2018, my first BIG road trip on the Thunderbird. I am going to publish a new video of that trip soon, with extras, like route maps, so viewers can see where I was riding. Thanks for the comments. G

@@AManAstray in august I'm going to manchester, first time in england. I'm press to do this trip with my bike! Now I follow your video.

Thanks Jack...and with a little more experience too. 😁 Thx G

Thanks Les for the comment. Yes, it wasn't until I'd seen the replay that I'd seen how far the forks drop. One deep pot hole. I'd been on this car park a few times with the Thunderbird and Speed Triple but entered a few metres earlier, so never expected that to be an issue. Lesson learned. I am tempted to get one myself in the future, as they seem good. Just need some more space in the garage 😁 Hope you're enjoying it? Thanks again for the comments. G

Cheers Adrian. I agree, but when the last bike I dropped was a dirt bike as a teenager a very long time ago, it still was annoying. I'll describe it as a right of passage. 😁 Thx G

Glad you enjoyed it.

It's one location that I'll be careful on next time. 😁

Too small for me. 😁

Thanks Peter for the comments and sub. Certainly the weather in this country can be varied at best, but it's not the weather, it's inappropriate clothing as they say... As I get older, the cold wet weather is more annoying as you can't ride how you'd want to. Yorkshire does have some fine roads, but I'm sure you could find good roads anywhere. Glad you've joined the channel, appreciate your comments. Apologies, but in the early videos there was no dialogue, which may be a good thing 🤪 Only recently I started to waffle into a microphone. Thx G

Thanks Kevin. That seems to be the case. Even the dealership said exactly that when I returned the bike. It caught me out, as I'd been on that parking area with my other motorcycles without issues. Thx G

Hi Susan. No issues with the leg. The knee ached for a couple hours afterwards but pride hurt a little more. 😁 Everything happens for a reason, this poor judgement, a little target fixation on the puddle (not knowing the pot hole was lurking) so it's all experience. Thx G

The 660 and was actually quite nice to ride in hindsight, the only drawback was this rider being too heavy 😁 Hopefully you weren't too hurt with those two drops you experienced. Riding a motorcycle is enjoyable, stick with it and the more you ride the less you'll drop it......maybe. 🤣 Thx G

It certainly is. Lots of bikers out and about.

Yes, my mistake. Sort of. The guy behind the desk who gave me the keys, said 900 and I didn't actually look when I got on the bike. At the first stop I noticed it's the 660. Hope you're enjoying the 660 after the year of riding. Thx G

Hi Robert Thanks for subscribing. The speedmaster is a nice motorcycle, it just feels a bit small for me, but you'll enjoy it for sure. I have the Tom Tom rider 500 on the Thunderbird. Used it a few times, Scotland and Norway as well as Wales etc. Sync'd with Bluetooth headset. I prefer dedicated Sat-Navs Thx, hope you enjoy the videos... appreciate any feedback. Thx G

@@AManAstray Thanks a lot, I will check it out 👍 I chose the 865 ‘cause it looks great and fits me perfectly and is the same class as my wife her Bonneville T100😊 We are planning a tour to the North Cape in 2025 and take the West coast of Norway on our way back, we live in the south of Sweden, gonna be a 3 week adventure 😊 Btw how did you experience the twisty roads and hairpins in Norway, having a 300kg bike?

@@robertboomsema4422Errrm...easier going down than up. 🤣 Tbh, wasn't too bad. I followed my cousin most of the time, he's Norwegian so knows the routes. Funny you mention North Cape. I'm thinking of that in 2024 myself. It's further up than you think. My cousin did that route you suggested a few years ago. There's a lot of miles there. (PS...I know Malmö fairly well. Got good friends in that area) G

@@AManAstray Yes, the whole trip will be around 6000 or 7000 km , we look at a 3 week period to do so. Will be a lot of planning and preparation but it’s going to be the trip of our lives 😊 Will do day trips around 350-400km a day not more. Cool to know you plan the trip too👍 and get to Malmö from time to time….maybe someday we can meet somewhere in Southern Sweden and grab a bite and some coffee 👍 Looked into the Tom Tom 500 now, seems really good and easy to handle, thanks for the tip 👍

@@robertboomsema4422 I think the Tom Tom 550 is a new model. Looking forward to seeing your videos of the trip.

Thanks John. Glad you liked it. G

Hi Paul. No, far from it. Maybe think twice about going into the dealership without some sort of disguise so they don't recognise me 🥸 but for the short time I rode it. Very nice. Have you had a test ride?