Absolutely agree with Mr Timbo64, if I removed the centre stand, rear grab handle and heated grips from my 2018 T120 I suspect I could probably lighten my bike by this amount too.
Well that is possible. Well mainly the center stand, grab rail not so much. Although since I don't see a center stand listed for this year either it hasn't been released yet or due to the welded cat, this may not allow for it. It's all give and take I have cruise which is essential for me and better brakes(not as essential). I would trade the better brakes for a center stand in a heartbeat but wouldn't consider the same for the cruise for the heated grips.
@@playnicebegoodtoothers6944 you're not wrong an exhaust change would definitely add to the savings in weight. I am a sucker for those peashooters though. Cruise is a must have anymore for me.
Had a look at one of these today, after test riding a Ducati Scrambler 1100 yesterday - the Triumph is better finished (tho the Ducati has more expensive bits bolted on) & my money will be headed to Hinckley. Thank you for your review, from Cambridge England 🇬🇧👍🏻
Forgot to add........... Brando, Eastwood, Dylan, Clooney, Newman, Cruise, Gere (officer and gentleman), Jimmy Dean, The Fonz and the King of Cool Steve McQueen all knew that the Bonny is THE bike
How does the small wind screen work? I purchased my 2022 T120 a few days ago in San Antoino Texas. I had to ride it home to West Texas about 250 miles. I rode in the city, on I10 interstate highway at 80 mph speed limit, I did over 100 mph passing some big riggs for short burst. The last 80 miles was hills and twisties on back country roads. But on this portion, I pick up 35 to 50 mph cross winds. Those winds sucked ass especially with big rig going the other way passed me. I had to put gas in the bike 37 miles from home. I guess I got crappy gas mileage from the interstate highway riding. I purchased this bike because I had a 1982 Honda CB900C custom from 1983 to 1998 and loved that bike and wanted a bike that sat and rode like it. The T120 is the closest bike I could find that rides like the Honda from 1982. I love this bike and will be keeping it. I had to sell the Honda due to having to move overseas in the military. I was USAF from 1984 to 2007 active duty, retired.
That is a trek for a first ride on it. Those crosswinds can be murder. I felt the Bonneville stays planted for it's size. I hear ya I sold my first new bike when I moved overseas as well.
Is it possible to get all black exhaust pipes/pea shooters (just like yours in the video) in 2021? if i'm not mistaken, even the black models have brushed aluminium pipes in the 2022 model.
I'm sure someone will correct me if I'm wrong but to my knowledge only the t100 have the brushed aluminum even in black model but all the 120 black have the blacked out pipes
@@thorium24 That's good. I'm having a hard time deciding between a T120 Black and a Bobber. I've subscribed to your channel and will look forward to your new vid. Also, does the little flyscreen do any good?
Well comparing to a street bob, lighter as you say. Has better handling and brakes. Faster I can't say for certain. The power delivery is different between the twins both based on design and tune.
Really bad is a matter of opinion. Sure I would prefer it came with them just like previous years and have added the bar but really bad? To me cruise is a must have more than a center stand
@@johnmartin7158 Love it. I had a Tiger that had a more advanced cruise control but the simple, one button push is more than adequate. It gives my hand a nice rest on some of my longer stretches.
Moving up to a T120 next year, deciding between standard black (chrome pipes) and all black model. Curious about cleaning / maintenance of black finish on pipes & wheels - any tips or things to avoid, to keep the finish nice over time? Beautiful T120, congrats!
Thanks, Well I like the standard 120 as well but I preferred the black engine covers. The matte finish you can use Windex to clean it up. The thing with any matte finish is if you damage the paint you really can't fix it but if you damage stainless/chrome you have similar situation. So do not use any product with wax on it and you will be fine. Per Triumph manual a low pH soap
I've had the black model 6 months now...I don't use my h water to clean it ..mostly wipe the black metal parts, wheels exhaust pipes and engine casing with WD 40 dissolves the flicked off chain oil etc brilliantly and leaves a great lustre finish that also protects from moisture and humidity...really easy and very effective...I love the black one...expect same WD 40 would work on Chrome finish parts
I have a 2017 T120 Black with 14K miles on her. I wipe the bike down with a wet microfiber after every ride and she looks showroom new. I've never taken a hose to her in 4 years. Paper towels and windex also works, but I switched to the microfiber cloth 2 years ago and it's just easier. I will say my T120 has only seen rain once in 4 years. It's is a great all-around motorcycle with head-turning, classic looks.
I have a T120 black and use GT85 to protect and finish all parts minus the brakes and paintwork. Leaves a nice sheen but not too glossy. It also makes cleaning road grime off a lot easier. WD40 or double TT will do the same job also.
Its so black, you dont even notice the brown seat😄...ive got the same bike...2020, i chose the matte black though...im 66 so this is my last and best bike.
Two good options for ya: I found an upholsterer who added a gel layer and it makes a huge difference. I also ordered a custom comfort seat from “Crafton Atelier” in Thailand on line, which is great too. I have a 2022 T120 Black two tone matte, so I also replaced the brown stock seat with the black with white pinstripe which looks hot.
I would say this is a very easy bike to ride. Gives what I say is a confidence inspiring steering feel and the light clutch is great making it a good first larger displacement bike. Although this is far from my first bike with nearly 20 years of street riding. The smallest bike I ever owned was a Suzuki GS500. If you have a specific question let me know
@@thorium24 how about the power of the bike is it too aggressive or not? I'm kinda hesitant to upgrade from 200cc motorcycle to 1200cc and i only have 5 or 6 years riding experience. What do you think mate?
@@kurtquiban well I'd say test ride one is best bet. However things to note power delivery will be different from what your used to both in the amount of power but also where the power/torque is. So account for that. Weight will be more. if you buy a new one and follow the break in procedure more than likely you will be use to it before full break in.
Bike looks great mate, a Triumph skip plate finishes off the bottom. I have one on my StreetTwin, the bike looks complete with it installed.
saving my £'s for one of these...... love love LOVE this bike......... coolest bike ever
I got one, love it
Love the T120. Just got my 2022 Red/silver. I wish the would have kept the chrome on mine. I’m not a fan of aluminum as far as the look.
Absolutely agree with Mr Timbo64, if I removed the centre stand, rear grab handle and heated grips from my 2018 T120 I suspect I could probably lighten my bike by this amount too.
Well that is possible. Well mainly the center stand, grab rail not so much. Although since I don't see a center stand listed for this year either it hasn't been released yet or due to the welded cat, this may not allow for it.
It's all give and take I have cruise which is essential for me and better brakes(not as essential). I would trade the better brakes for a center stand in a heartbeat but wouldn't consider the same for the cruise for the heated grips.
Or switch the pea-shooters for some slash cuts from British Customs and boom, 15 lbs saved. I wish my 18 would’ve had cruise.
@@playnicebegoodtoothers6944 you're not wrong an exhaust change would definitely add to the savings in weight. I am a sucker for those peashooters though. Cruise is a must have anymore for me.
Had a look at one of these today, after test riding a Ducati Scrambler 1100 yesterday - the Triumph is better finished (tho the Ducati has more expensive bits bolted on) & my money will be headed to Hinckley.
Thank you for your review, from Cambridge England 🇬🇧👍🏻
Glad to hear that. I rode a friend's Duc and good bike but I agree the bonne just feels better to me. Ride safe cheers
I am impressed by the wonderful motorcycle ♪
First bike was a Honda shadow 750 I still enjoy it but thinking of one of these
The Honda are good bikes. The t120 is a fun bike. I did just pick up a new tiger 900 as well which has been a lot of fun
Forgot to add........... Brando, Eastwood, Dylan, Clooney, Newman, Cruise, Gere (officer and gentleman), Jimmy Dean, The Fonz and the King of Cool Steve McQueen all knew that the Bonny is THE bike
How does the small wind screen work? I purchased my 2022 T120 a few days ago in San Antoino Texas. I had to ride it home to West Texas about 250 miles. I rode in the city, on I10 interstate highway at 80 mph speed limit, I did over 100 mph passing some big riggs for short burst. The last 80 miles was hills and twisties on back country roads. But on this portion, I pick up 35 to 50 mph cross winds. Those winds sucked ass especially with big rig going the other way passed me. I had to put gas in the bike 37 miles from home. I guess I got crappy gas mileage from the interstate highway riding. I purchased this bike because I had a 1982 Honda CB900C custom from 1983 to 1998 and loved that bike and wanted a bike that sat and rode like it. The T120 is the closest bike I could find that rides like the Honda from 1982. I love this bike and will be keeping it. I had to sell the Honda due to having to move overseas in the military. I was USAF from 1984 to 2007 active duty, retired.
That is a trek for a first ride on it. Those crosswinds can be murder. I felt the Bonneville stays planted for it's size. I hear ya I sold my first new bike when I moved overseas as well.
Linda Moto..
Is it possible to get all black exhaust pipes/pea shooters (just like yours in the video) in 2021? if i'm not mistaken, even the black models have brushed aluminium pipes in the 2022 model.
I'm sure someone will correct me if I'm wrong but to my knowledge only the t100 have the brushed aluminum even in black model but all the 120 black have the blacked out pipes
Why they still haven't workout at the tubeless tyres as they are providing in 2021 1200 scrambler??
Beautiful
Thanks
Good review!! I would like to ask how the dome is going. What is the real difference between taking it or not... Thank you!!
What do you mean dome?
@@thorium24 I mean the windshield...
@@bvcarrizo it was very minor. It was my preference for looks mostly
@@thorium24 👍Thanks a lot!!
October 21, 2021. Are you still happy with this beautiful bike?
Definitely I'm actually about to post a followup video about it
@@thorium24 That's good. I'm having a hard time deciding between a T120 Black and a Bobber. I've subscribed to your channel and will look forward to your new vid. Also, does the little flyscreen do any good?
Compared to a Harley Dyna how does this compare? Is it faster? Lighter for sure. Better handling?
Well comparing to a street bob, lighter as you say. Has better handling and brakes. Faster I can't say for certain. The power delivery is different between the twins both based on design and tune.
No centerstand or rear seat bar is really bad.
Really bad is a matter of opinion. Sure I would prefer it came with them just like previous years and have added the bar but really bad? To me cruise is a must have more than a center stand
@@thorium24 How are you finding the cruise control Sir ?
@@johnmartin7158 Love it. I had a Tiger that had a more advanced cruise control but the simple, one button push is more than adequate. It gives my hand a nice rest on some of my longer stretches.
Moving up to a T120 next year, deciding between standard black (chrome pipes) and all black model. Curious about cleaning / maintenance of black finish on pipes & wheels - any tips or things to avoid, to keep the finish nice over time?
Beautiful T120, congrats!
Thanks,
Well I like the standard 120 as well but I preferred the black engine covers. The matte finish you can use Windex to clean it up. The thing with any matte finish is if you damage the paint you really can't fix it but if you damage stainless/chrome you have similar situation. So do not use any product with wax on it and you will be fine.
Per Triumph manual a low pH soap
I've had the black model 6 months now...I don't use my h water to clean it ..mostly wipe the black metal parts, wheels exhaust pipes and engine casing with WD 40 dissolves the flicked off chain oil etc brilliantly and leaves a great lustre finish that also protects from moisture and humidity...really easy and very effective...I love the black one...expect same WD 40 would work on Chrome finish parts
I use spray 303 protectant on mine for a nice satin finish rather than matte.
I have a 2017 T120 Black with 14K miles on her. I wipe the bike down with a wet microfiber after every ride and she looks showroom new. I've never taken a hose to her in 4 years. Paper towels and windex also works, but I switched to the microfiber cloth 2 years ago and it's just easier. I will say my T120 has only seen rain once in 4 years. It's is a great all-around motorcycle with head-turning, classic looks.
I have a T120 black and use GT85 to protect and finish all parts minus the brakes and paintwork. Leaves a nice sheen but not too glossy. It also makes cleaning road grime off a lot easier. WD40 or double TT will do the same job also.
Does the 2022 t120 black come with the center stand and heated grip and back grip without extra charge?
No they needed to be purchased.
Good job removing all the stupid stickers on the tank. It means more than brown seat etc.
I’m 6,2” would the bike be to small ? Still planning on test driving it!
Depends on your build I think in some ways inseam will make more difference than purely height. My friend has a 2020 and he is 6'1
Its so black, you dont even notice the brown seat😄...ive got the same bike...2020, i chose the matte black though...im 66 so this is my last and best bike.
The matte finish isn't bad. But I'd feel guilty if I bought the matte and then considered having a repainted compared to the gloss black
Is the catalytic converter welded on or can it be replaced with an X pipe like previous years?
Off the header pipe it's clamped but the exit is welded. I think it will be a harder for an x pipe to be fitted on this one than previous years
@@thorium24 Thanks for the info, not a deal breaker. I still plan to get one, beautiful bike by the way.
Any suggestions on a seat upgrade for this bike?
I haven't tried the Triumph made comfort seat. There was a guy trying to find his info that did seat modifications that felt great and looked factory
Two good options for ya: I found an upholsterer who added a gel layer and it makes a huge difference. I also ordered a custom comfort seat from “Crafton Atelier” in Thailand on line, which is great too. I have a 2022 T120 Black two tone matte, so I also replaced the brown stock seat with the black with white pinstripe which looks hot.
@@nic2cya thank you!! Enjoy that bike!!
What are the bar end mirrors? Are they any good?
Moto Gadget mo.view cafe. I like them quite a bit. Good visibility and I think doesn't upset the lines on the bike
Hit mate, is this bike good for first big bike? I have yamaha r15 btw
I would say this is a very easy bike to ride. Gives what I say is a confidence inspiring steering feel and the light clutch is great making it a good first larger displacement bike. Although this is far from my first bike with nearly 20 years of street riding. The smallest bike I ever owned was a Suzuki GS500. If you have a specific question let me know
@@thorium24 how about the power of the bike is it too aggressive or not? I'm kinda hesitant to upgrade from 200cc motorcycle to 1200cc and i only have 5 or 6 years riding experience. What do you think mate?
@@kurtquiban well I'd say test ride one is best bet. However things to note power delivery will be different from what your used to both in the amount of power but also where the power/torque is. So account for that. Weight will be more. if you buy a new one and follow the break in procedure more than likely you will be use to it before full break in.
@@thorium24 thanks a lot mate!
@@kurtquiban anytime, cheers
Can you speak up next time? a little hard to hear. Thanks!
Your whispers hard to hear
Thanks for the feedback. Noted