The Good, The Bad and the Bobber - Final Day on the Triumph Bonneville Bobber
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- čas přidán 13. 09. 2023
- The final day on the Triumph Bonneville Bobber. The good the bad and the irresistible. My final thoughts. Thumbs up or down?
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I took one for a test ride, and could not stop thinking about it. Was not in the market for a new bike, so tried to just forget about it. But then a week later had my bike in for a service, and took another ride on the Bobber, and ... bought it. No regrets, such an awesome bike. :)
Fantastic 😁 thanks Q 😁 they definitely have something about them 😁
Did same rather than service trade in
Test ride turned into purchase ✨️⚡️✨️❗️
i love mine, and you were partially responsible for pushing me over the edge. i’m 6 foot. the only thing is i think i look massive on it. i ram a poll on the fb site asking how tall owners were and most were around 5.8. shrug. it doesn’t feel small when riding it though. and that 3rd gear is so good. could use better suspension but… she’s so pretty. i’ve done nearly 3 thousand miles on her in first 6 months. my first bike. i’m 53. lovely ride out to southwold from cambridge on all the B roads last hot weekend. all good. great video as usual.
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Thanks JW 😁 marvellous 😁 who cares what you look like when you feel so cool and relaxed 😁 yes that 3rd pulls forever 😁 love it 😁
Great review, it sounds great too. I saw one today at a bike cafe and it's a nice change from the usual 👍
Thanks Glyn 😁 lovely bike to ride 😁
This video, I have watched all the way through and I concur pretty much fully with all the points you make. I've now ridden the Bobber twice, once in its original incarnation and once earlier this year and it's currently neck and neck with the Rebel1100T in my affections. Both have excellent engines, handle and fit me well. The Triumph has the Charisma, but the Honda has the amazing DCT transmission. My Rebel review is out tomorrow at 6pm (hint hint) and I shall probably follow up with a comparison video of the two. Oh and I met Hippo-Drones and Phil480 today too. Hurrah!
That sounds interesting, I shall look forward to that 😁 thanks CMD 😁
That looked like a lot of fun 👍👍
Really enjoyed this one 😁 thanks GBD 😁
Like you I am 6'2", I like the low seat height and the slight lean forward to the bars. However due to arthritis in my knees I went with the floorboards and heel/toe shift lever, which I absolutely love. The low down torque gives it an excellent ability to briskly accelerate when required, whilst being easy to ride at a gentle cruising pace too. The handling is surprising, far more nimble than one would expect with it's fat 16" wheels, though I do find the short travel suspension will occasionally bottom out on pot holed roads.
Thanks W 😁 brilliant comment 😁 thank you
I am 5. foot 5 inch currently own a 2018 Kawasaki Zed 900 naked and a 2023 Harley Soft tail standard with low drag bars. I have been looking at the Triumph bobber... sat on one and it feels so perfect... right in between both of my bikes. I may be puchasing one soon very soon. if I can make room in the barn I think I would have bought her already. thanks for sharing your experience on the beautitful machine. I have not been around a British bike since my first bike when I was 15 years old. it was a 1967 650 BSA Hornet, I still remember the wentworth tools I needed to wrench on her, Stay in the wind.👍👍👍
Thanks JM 😁 I think you are going to really enjoy owning and riding the Bobber, for sure 😁
I just bought one with ape hangers. Night and day difference. I have a 27" inseam and i flat foot it.
GREAT ride...Stay in the wind.@@phillipsnell7188
@@phillipsnell7188 interesting 😁
I love that sound I think all the bonneville range sounds great though , bet you will miss it . Thanks TAYM .
Yes, really enjoyed riding it 😁 thanks GCK 😁
I wouldn’t have thought that bike would handle or be comfortable so I’m surprised at how you found it , it just shows you can’t go by looks or pr-conceived ideas 👍🏍
Absolutely 😁 you need to get out on them to find out for yourself I think 😁 thanks MsD 😁
A handsome bike from the rear , very vintage looking with it's commodious seat . It would look even better with a narrow front tyre and an 8" headlight . Swept back bars would reduce the straining .
I have heard that the short suspension travel bottoms out quite easily . Maybe just a flaulent rumour .
Perhaps this is a petarade foisted upon us by other reviewers who don't know their *rse from their elbow .
I am sure that Uncle Stu , who , advanced of years , uses his bobber more frequently than your youthful self .
I was worried that you wouldn't like this bike , it is quite a relief to know that you concentrated on the job and passed it with easily with flying colours .
I suggest an additional colour , a resplendent khazi , the " Thomas Crapper Limited Edition ".
I would feel flushed with pride , if I rode one .
That's enough for now , I must go .
😂😂😂😂😂 I don’t think anyone could get more in than that 😂😂😂😂 thanks DS 😁
Nice clip Taym, bike suits you. Like the proper footpeg placement but it needs buck bars or small ape hangers, or better still, the bars off a Speedmaster, would give you the upright riding position without the reach to the bars. Don`t know why more dealers don`t have an in shop facility to customise these things new, to buyers satisfaction before they leave the shop, "Bespoke Spokes", or "Andys Andlebars" perhaps? Last one I did with the pull-back bars was a Yammie 600N fantastic comfort - all day riding.
😂😂😂😂 brilliant idea and fantastic names 😂😂 thanks Mike 😁
I haven't ridden the Bobber but I have sat on one and, as a short person, I can tell you I found it instantly uncomfortable. The bars are far too low and I end up leaning forward with my arms at pretty much full stretch. I would have to have taller bars and probably pulled back slightly. I find the T120 supremely comfortable and have no issues at all with all day or even multiple days riding it is one of the most comfortable bikes I've ever ridden.
Yes, that’s what I thought it would be like🤔 interesting 😁 the irony is the low seat 🤔 thanks Mike 😁
My legs are 28'... would I be OK on a t120?
I'm 5,5 but longer in the body. Most people my height have 29 and 30 inch leg
@@Adam-mo2qw I wouldn't think you'd have too much trouble with a T120 as far as you legs are concerned but if you have short arms aswel you might find the bars a stretch (maybe) but pull back risers should sort that for you. I'd say get to your local Triumph dealer and have a sit on one.
@@Grumpy-Goblin thanks, upper body and arms won't be an issue. It's the legs lol. As I say most shorties have legs and inch or two longer. There's a dealer in my town so will take a look
If they put the speedmaster bars on it’s great but they need to put a screen on it then it be a great ride
Yes, if you are shorter and the seat and bars need to be adjusted. Triumph makes 1-inch up and 1-inch back set of raisers that help. They also have a slightly larger padded seat that moves the rider a bit forward. I'm considering the forward controls as well.
Thanks MrE 😁 very interesting, I did wonder 😁
I want this in matte green with a brown seat. But it has the perfect look ivebeen wanting off the lot
That does sound wonderful 😁 I wonder if they do one🤔 if not I think it could be a special 😁 through on some baggy panniers in brown canvas too 😁 thanks JL 😁
Awesome review. I really like my Bobber. Only thing I do not like is the smallish fuel tank and if you hit one of them invisible pot holes in the road. They are also a bit on the heavy side for their size. Other then that great for a cruise. Would never sell mine.
Thanks BKB😁 I found it so comfortable 😁
Beautiful
Absolutely 😁 thanks Gonzo 😁
I've not ridden the Bobber either, but sat on one at Motorcycle Live last year. It fits me, but would benefit from having the bars from the Speedmaster on it due to my short reach. Nice series of overtakes there Mr TAYM 👌
Thanks PGB 😁 yes I do wonder about that reach for anyone under 6ft or with shorter arms 😁
@@TAYM think Tyrannosaurus - and you've got the picture 😂. Maybe we should start looking for these too🤔
@@PhilipBallGarry 😂😂😂😂😂😂
On the triumph site they have add-ons for different bars it looks like
effortless overtaking and good if you're constipated no doubt hahaha ....I really liked the Massive Harley review too
😂😂😂😂 thanks Tom 😁
Sure is a nice machine, by the way are vans allowed to drive down the middle of the road in the UK? Thanks TAYM.
Only if they are white 😂😂😂
I’m short. When I had my bobber, I installed beach bars. The stretch for me with the factory bars was a bit too much.
Thanks J 😁 That’s interesting, I did wonder 😁
I am a shorter rider ( 5'7") 30 " inseem and despite this I couldn't 'get on ' with the Bobber riding position and much prefer the Speedtwin (which I bought). I note that none of your modern classic bikes have fairings and you've commented that the single clock on the Bobber and Speedtwin seems to deflect air. I had considered fitting a screen to my Speedtwin for long trips but wondered whether it was worth considering, what are your thoughts please? Thankyou for your constant stream of excellent videos!
Thanks SW 😁 I find screens to be funny things 😁 They don’t all do the same thing. Sometimes they seem to make too much buffeting and noise 🤔 design rather than size appears to dictate their effectiveness 😁 sorry not much help 😕 hopefully others will have an opinion 😁 i will have a mutter about it 😁
I'm of the same opinion as TAYM regarding screens, their shape is as if not more important than their height unless your talking about full size cruiser/tourer type screens. I've fitted taller touring screens to three bikes, a Yamaha FZ1-S, a Kawasaki ZZR 1400 and a KTM 890 Adventure R. The FZ1-S OEM screen was dreadful for head buffeting, fitting a taller screen lifted the wind to the top of my helmet. Wind noise past my ears was still an issue but the buffeting stopped.
The ZZR had the double bubble screen but as I'm tall I couldn't crouch and tuck behind it. A Zero Gravity touring screen lifted the deflected wind from around my shoulders to the top of my head but at higher speeds it would drown out my mic in the chin of my helmet. The KTM came with the short off road screen, I fitted the taller S model screen mounted on a Puig adjustable screen mount. This proved ideal as there's 130mm of height adjustment and as well as being able to be locked in any position, the screen will raise itself the faster you go if left unlocked.
I guess what I'm saying is there are Pros and cons, no screen means a broad band of less troublesome wind. A short screen will cause higher wind around the shoulders which may cause buffeting. A taller screen will raise the wind to the top of your helmet or over depending on your height but at higher speeds will be loud around the ears. Only a full sized Touring/Cruiser screen like I had on my Vulcan 1600 Classic Tourer will place you in a calm bubble.
@@greywolf9292 great assessment 😁 thanks GW 😁
Does the biz with the sound but not my style, and I want higher mileage, but each to their own on this one. Keep ducking and diving Mr Taym.
Thanks MW 😁
Love the vid!
How long were you able to ride - in one sitting - before feeling tired and needing a break?
Thanks TM 😁 I did almost a full day on one day but with a number of stops. Just felt very easy and very relaxed 😁
Awesome, thanks!
I feel like it is my perfect bike in 10 years. I will write this one down for future bike.😊
Thanks LoY 😁
Nice example by Triumph I would however want to own the Speed Twin 1200 rather than this one without doubt but nice one TAYM but good review of this bike though 👌👍
Thanks Crumb 😁
I am only a quarter of the way into the video, but I wanted to say, it's a beautiful bike, but does it have anywhere you could attach luggage? Perhaps that's not what it for.
Back to the video now. 👍👍
You can attach luggage to this bike & are a couple of companies that make Panniers for them.Just can't have top box.
@@ruahinesrider Thanks for the reply. As you can tell, I know very little about motorcycles. 🤭
Yes, you can get racks for them I think 😁 thanks TF 😁
Rode T100,T120 and The Bobber back to back And at 5ft 8 did not like the bobber best all round really liked the t 120
Thanks BB 😁 very interesting 🤔
I have a 2022. It’s the best motorcycle.
Very pleasant bike to ride indeed 😁 thanks DD 😁
Bad overtake opposite that junction at 6.08 u naughty boy biker. Giraffe was watching u over the hedge😂😂😂. No criticism really. I overtake sometimes and find myself in that position a junction appears from nowhere. Any signs hidden by overgrown hedgerows. One triumph I don’t like much. More aesthetics and image purchase? Love your enthusiasm for all bikes. Looks a pig to clean too
😞😁 yes, it rained all the time I had it, very low for a tall person. I would definitely need a hydraulic ramp if I owned one for maintenance and cleaning 😁 or a new back 😁 thanks V 😁
After your eloquent ergonomic analogy I will now forever call this the Triumph Crapper.
😂😂😂😂 but you know what I mean ? 😁😂😂 thanks DJ 😁
@@TAYM I do indeed , I for one always hold on to handlebars while having a **it 🤣
... No seriously I know exactly .
@@WyreForestBiker 😂😂😂
Cons bike is designed for short rides Stock seat, suspension and shock is something that you would want to upgrade right away , legs position is uncomfortable after. 1 to 2 hours riding
Pros. The look, low gravity gives you the sensation of a super light bike, torque and handling is amazing ,…. In conclusion if you used it for long rides over 200 miles i recommend that every time you fill your tank which is every 110 130 miles just rest your legs by having a walk and you will be ok is a beautiful bike I understand the bad comments here but like I always say there bikes for different purposes, definitely this is the best bobber of the market
@@Caballero_Corazon_de_Plata thanks CC 😁
TAYM review of the Triumph Bonneville Bobber: "It's not totally dissimilar to sitting on the toilet."
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They should have named it the "Triumph Bonneville Bogger" 🤣
@@billellis6538 Yep, pretty much any quotation from the script of Carry On at Your Convenience!
😂😂😂😁 glad someone appreciated it 😁😂😂
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😂😂😂😂 brilliant
Motone Up & Overs fix short arms.Uncle Stu put them on HIS Bobber being a Short arm person.
Of course it's a joy to ride it's a Triumph & Triumphant.
Interesting, never knew Stu was short in the arms🤔 I wonder if he has deep pockets too 😁😂😂
@@TAYM HE done video about it said that the Motone up & overs
saved the Bobber,alright if got Monkey 🐒 arms like TAYM 🦒😂🤣.
@@ruahinesrider 😂😂😂
@@TAYM . The Long Arm of the Law will always reach .
@@dungspreader 😉😂😂😂😂
No need to over take we are only for the muttering 😊
😂😂😂😂😂 thanks AR 😁
Why does it have the whine while riding and twisting the throttle
It’s usually a mix of cam and gears 😁 thanks BL 😁
No room for Mrs Tame
I know 😁 she went mad when I took the back seat off Bertie, I reckon she would explode if I came home with this 😂😂😂 thanks Louman😁
Nowhere for luggage
I think you can get a rack and panniers 🤔 thanks AD 😁
Aaaagh I've got nothing... no excuse.....just slow I guess
I see new Harley Davidson x350 & x500 are coming to NZ 🇳🇿 & Ausie & are Parallel twin 360° crank.The x500 actually looks good in orange 🍊 too & loaded with features like
Adjustable upside down forks for preload & rear shock preload,Dampening Compression.Dual 4pot front brakes.47hp @ 8000rpm 46Nm @ 6000rpm & 80% of torque at 3750rpm.160/17 rear 120/17 front.208kg wet.
Chain drive.
Pity it wasn't a 270° crank but it uses the Benelli Leocino 500engine but more style & metal tank,fenders.2k more than Leocino but less plastic that's 800-$1000 & $1000 for the HD badge 😁😆😂🤣.
My flatmate thinking of getting Learners license & LAMS bike & likes the look of Orange 🍊 Harley Davidson x500 & it has got suspension,brakes,
HP,Nm.HE also likes the Super Meteor that looks better & both same price but Harley got more features.Triumph Tiger 🐅 660 is another but is 3.5k more.
The Bobber with Motone up & overs & panniers & it a winner Triumphs are fantastic bikes & fit & finish is great even on my Trident 🔱 & it just gets better from there.Lets hope the Triumph 400 keeps up the high standard as best they can for price.Triumph 400 is 37Nm & 40hp so down on Harley x500 which no good for my mate HE'S to big for Triumph 400 the HD x500 is 47hp 46Nm & got 820mm seat height good for HIM.Super Meteor he'll fit but if HD x500 got 16000km valve adjustment might be a factor.
Yes, a surprise video to catch everyone out😁 the bobber videos don’t seem too popular so I thought I would get it out now 😁
Didn't know any of that RR. Thanks
@@TAYM Speedmaster is more popular being more capable to travel further.Only thing that these Triumphs need is a 13.5-14L tank they do have quite a few bikes with 12L tanks Street Twin,Speedmaster,
Bobber.Considering you leave 2L in tank at fill up only leaves you 10L which would be 200km max range cruising less going hard out 190km.
I guess being a 12L tank you can afford go lower so about 1.5L minium left in tank at fill up any lower risk grit etc getting into fuel system.Also most bikes you can squeeze a extra 400-500mls filling straddling level bike & Triumph manual will tell you this.All Trident 🔱 reviews say 14L but in manual says that on side stand but level
when you straddle bike get 14.4L upto just below filler neck.I usually just fill in side stand but notice about 20km later first bar goes away as when I fill straddling bike get a out 30km before first bar goes away then about 21km per L average of 4.7-5L per 100km depending on how you riding.
18th😂 According to ABD I'm 4th by comments.
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🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 that’s correct 😂😂
@@aussiebikerdude6563 😂😂
Dodgy overtaking on them roads especially when there's a junction on the right.
Yes, the GoPro makes it look worse than it actually was though 😁 thanks S 😁