I've got a 2022 T-100 and a RE Classic 350. The T100 gained a lot of character with a few mods. The biggest thing is the little BC shorty mufflers. Deeper more soulful exhaust note. Much easier access for chain cleaning and adjusting and for rear wheel removal. A new seat helped a lot. Also new 50/50 tires. The power and torque of the T100 is plenty for me. I love the bike. It is refined, powerful, and very smooth. I ride it at civilized speeds on paved and unpaved country roads here in rural Vermont. The Classic 350 is just an inexpensive little bike to putt around on. Tons of character. Bup bup bup. Great little bike. I enjoy it a great deal. The two bikes scratch different itches. I'm lucky to have both.
Nice bike , my best mate has the Scrambler XE with aftermarket pipes , same engine and it sounds amazing . He takes it off-road as well as long distance road trips . It's a great jack of all trades .
Yes,Triumph does make a nice-looking bike. I'm unsure on what I'll do it this stage with the bikes. I could keep three bikes, but that doesn't make financial sense, especially with the rego's going up.
@@ivananda865ccinterceptor Yeah I agree , no way I could afford 3 motorcycle regos, I'm thinking of looking around for a second hand drz400 as a project bike to do up a bit and using it for hooning around gravel roads and off road , I will just keep rego on hold . With all these price increases I bet there are going to be many motorcycles with rego on hold around NZ. I will be keeping my T7 for as long as I am still riding , I have had suspension resprung and revaulved to suit my weight and absolutely love riding it .
Turn it into a scrambler,....or just buy a Scrambler. You say it has no soul, have you driven an in-line 4? T100 or T120 are both soulful bikes, compared to the majority, maybe not the RE, but thats a bit of a skewed view in my view, but each to their own. Thanks for the review.
I love the Triumph platform and I will most likely choose the T120 over the Interceptor as at the end of the day its a much better bike.I will do some minor mods on the Bonneville and go from there. Yes the Interceptor has more soul to it.But at the end of the day the T120 is alot more refined and is a nicer bike to ride, For me i have spent alot of money modifying my Interceptor and it is my first bike so that's why i have such an issue choosing which bike to keep.If the Interceptor was standard the T120 would be the clear winner.I'm not to keen to turn any of these fine road bike's into a scrambler. Not for the type of off roading i want to get into.....i would just wreck them.
Just bought the same exact bike yesterday the seat was changed out I’ll be looking to replace it with something more comfortable. In the spring shortly mufflers then maybe an X pipe . She is so easy to ride what a pleasure
Definitely the Bonneville is a much nicer bike to ride than a stock Interceptor. But you do pay for it. I think both bikes are fantastic for the market they are made for.
I've done a lot of modifications to my Interceptor to make it as good as it is now. If my Interceptor was standed, then i would take the Bonneville over it. No decision would be needed.
I sold my Interceptor for a T100. I lost faith with the interceptor after the gearbox failure (repaired under warranty, should have been a recall). That and quality issues like the engine casing pitting etc. So much happier with the T100
@greatkingrat I haven't had any issues with my Interceptor or my Himalayan, definitely the Triumphs are a higher quality bike than Royal Enfields but they cost twice as much. For me Royal Enfield is a great platform to learn how to ride a bike.
Also, I reckon you’ve taken your interceptor as far as it should go on that platform. Upgraded because it needed it. The T120 is a better platform and the mods you’re talking about are all regular and make it your own.
@greatkingrat That's a good point. Unfortunately for me, I'm always pushing to make it better. But you're right having displacement is easier to make HP with less stress on the engine.
You are correct that the Triumphs don't have the character. I have a Speed Twin 1200, Bonneville and Thruxton (2012's) and one of the only 750cc Interceptors in the U.S. both it and the Speed Twin are 2020 models. The Interceptor gets 99-percent of the use, the Triumphs are for sale.
The Triumph having less character than the Interceptor isn't a deal breaker for me. I just don't know which bike is the one I should keep. They are both fantastic bikes to ride,look great, and sound great. But having two bikes that are similar in looks and performance doesn't make financial sense. Getting rid of the Himalayan isn't an option at this stage.
@douglasalexander4348 Funny enough the Himalayan is great for long distance riding. It does lack power and that's its downside, but it's still a great platform. Once I do minor upgrades on the Triumph I think I'll be more than happy with it as it's the most logical step for my motor cycle path.
Either way you go will be happy, the triumphs are nice and i was almost tempted into a speed twin, but with your interceptor not going to get back near what you put in it, hard to value something like that, for me the interceptor does enough to keep me happy for now id rather put character infront of anything else, but as you say the south island the bonny would do better long open roads.
Yes, both bikes are fantastic, that's the problem. If the Interceptor was standed the T120 would be an easy win for sure. The other problem with the Triumphs is the "Triumph tax" when it comes to modified parts for them. I think it would be easier to convince the wife why I need three bikes than choose between the two..LOL
@ big conundrum, as for me a good community is also what i like again both bikes have that, and you ain’t wrong with triumph motorcycle parts seems like an extra 70 percent added on because it’s for a triumph, although I wonder also how hard it would be to sell one vs the other, easier to recoup costs on a stock bike vs one that has a lot of money in, I mean you can buy a stock interceptor now between 6 - 7 grand there was one for 8 that had yss suspension, don’t know if that plays into it, some people are also put off by modified engines but hard to say what its value would be in the market today.
Not really, The Interceptor on paper is around 30- 40 Kgs lighter which i have notice on the road, But I think that's it due to I have had done alot more riding on my Interceptor than dads T120. The T120 is a better bike in every way but does cost almost twice as much than the Int650. The Int650 is a great bike but if your like me you'll be wanting more power sooner or later. Buy the T120 as its a fantastic bike as is no mods needed. Just be careful as a T120 is a big step in power compered to the 350 and a 650. Take both bike for a test ride and go from there.
Hmmmm , Plan "A" Keep the T120 for distance and two up work , Sell the Himi` , Turn the Interceptor into a scrambler. OR Plan "B" Keep the T120 , Sell Himi`, Keep Interceptor for spares , buy the new 650 Bear and transplant motor from Interceptor. And regardless of plan , Take the wife out for dinner somewhere nice. 👍😂
I've got a 2022 T-100 and a RE Classic 350. The T100 gained a lot of character with a few mods. The biggest thing is the little BC shorty mufflers. Deeper more soulful exhaust note. Much easier access for chain cleaning and adjusting and for rear wheel removal. A new seat helped a lot. Also new 50/50 tires. The power and torque of the T100 is plenty for me. I love the bike. It is refined, powerful, and very smooth. I ride it at civilized speeds on paved and unpaved country roads here in rural Vermont. The Classic 350 is just an inexpensive little bike to putt around on. Tons of character. Bup bup bup. Great little bike. I enjoy it a great deal. The two bikes scratch different itches. I'm lucky to have both.
Hello, Thanks for the comment. It's good to hear that your mods have made the T100 more character full, exactly what I wanted to hear. Cheers
Best colour scheme...............
@lauriebloggs8391 Triumph knows how to make a good looking bike.
Nice bike , my best mate has the Scrambler XE with aftermarket pipes , same engine and it sounds amazing . He takes it off-road as well as long distance road trips . It's a great jack of all trades .
Yes,Triumph does make a nice-looking bike. I'm unsure on what I'll do it this stage with the bikes. I could keep three bikes, but that doesn't make financial sense, especially with the rego's going up.
@@ivananda865ccinterceptor Yeah I agree , no way I could afford 3 motorcycle regos, I'm thinking of looking around for a second hand drz400 as a project bike to do up a bit and using it for hooning around gravel roads and off road , I will just keep rego on hold . With all these price increases I bet there are going to be many motorcycles with rego on hold around NZ.
I will be keeping my T7 for as long as I am still riding , I have had suspension resprung and revaulved to suit my weight and absolutely love riding it .
Yes, I agree. I was thinking about getting a vintage Japanese bike with a decent CC rating to get cheap rego. But that would be a costly thing to do.
Cool bike man. Sounds pretty good too.
Cheers mate, I've been telling the old man to get a decent exhaust for it. It's something I'll do now. I'm just trying to get one that isn't too loud.
Turn it into a scrambler,....or just buy a Scrambler. You say it has no soul, have you driven an in-line 4? T100 or T120 are both soulful bikes, compared to the majority, maybe not the RE, but thats a bit of a skewed view in my view, but each to their own. Thanks for the review.
I love the Triumph platform and I will most likely choose the T120 over the Interceptor as at the end of the day its a much better bike.I will do some minor mods on the Bonneville and go from there. Yes the Interceptor has more soul to it.But at the end of the day the T120 is alot more refined and is a nicer bike to ride, For me i have spent alot of money modifying my Interceptor and it is my first bike so that's why i have such an issue choosing which bike to keep.If the Interceptor was standard the T120 would be the clear winner.I'm not to keen to turn any of these fine road bike's into a scrambler. Not for the type of off roading i want to get into.....i would just wreck them.
Just bought the same exact bike yesterday the seat was changed out I’ll be looking to replace it with something more comfortable. In the spring shortly mufflers then maybe an
X pipe . She is so easy to ride what a pleasure
Definitely the Bonneville is a much nicer bike to ride than a stock Interceptor. But you do pay for it. I think both bikes are fantastic for the market they are made for.
Actually my mind/brain ask for RE, my heart is Bonneville.
Interesting....
I've done a lot of modifications to my Interceptor to make it as good as it is now. If my Interceptor was standed, then i would take the Bonneville over it. No decision would be needed.
I sold my Interceptor for a T100. I lost faith with the interceptor after the gearbox failure (repaired under warranty, should have been a recall). That and quality issues like the engine casing pitting etc. So much happier with the T100
@greatkingrat I haven't had any issues with my Interceptor or my Himalayan, definitely the Triumphs are a higher quality bike than Royal Enfields but they cost twice as much. For me Royal Enfield is a great platform to learn how to ride a bike.
Also, I reckon you’ve taken your interceptor as far as it should go on that platform. Upgraded because it needed it. The T120 is a better platform and the mods you’re talking about are all regular and make it your own.
@greatkingrat That's a good point. Unfortunately for me, I'm always pushing to make it better. But you're right having displacement is easier to make HP with less stress on the engine.
You are correct that the Triumphs don't have the character. I have a Speed Twin 1200, Bonneville and Thruxton (2012's) and one of the only 750cc Interceptors in the U.S. both it and the Speed Twin are 2020 models. The Interceptor gets 99-percent of the use, the Triumphs are for sale.
The Triumph having less character than the Interceptor isn't a deal breaker for me. I just don't know which bike is the one I should keep. They are both fantastic bikes to ride,look great, and sound great. But having two bikes that are similar in looks and performance doesn't make financial sense. Getting rid of the Himalayan isn't an option at this stage.
@@ivananda865ccinterceptor Well, the Himalayan will do the shorter journeys, so keep the T120 for the faster longer ones ? Kinda best of both worlds ?
@douglasalexander4348 Funny enough the Himalayan is great for long distance riding. It does lack power and that's its downside, but it's still a great platform. Once I do minor upgrades on the Triumph I think I'll be more than happy with it as it's the most logical step for my motor cycle path.
Either way you go will be happy, the triumphs are nice and i was almost tempted into a speed twin, but with your interceptor not going to get back near what you put in it, hard to value something like that, for me the interceptor does enough to keep me happy for now id rather put character infront of anything else, but as you say the south island the bonny would do better long open roads.
Yes, both bikes are fantastic, that's the problem. If the Interceptor was standed the T120 would be an easy win for sure. The other problem with the Triumphs is the "Triumph tax" when it comes to modified parts for them. I think it would be easier to convince the wife why I need three bikes than choose between the two..LOL
@ big conundrum, as for me a good community is also what i like again both bikes have that, and you ain’t wrong with triumph motorcycle parts seems like an extra 70 percent added on because it’s for a triumph, although I wonder also how hard it would be to sell one vs the other, easier to recoup costs on a stock bike vs one that has a lot of money in, I mean you can buy a stock interceptor now between 6 - 7 grand there was one for 8 that had yss suspension, don’t know if that plays into it, some people are also put off by modified engines but hard to say what its value would be in the market today.
I do like the Bonneville but I can’t understand why they are fitting tubed tyres in 2024.
Surely we need tubeless in this day and age?
Being tube or tubeless doesn't bother me as a puncher is still a pain in the @ss. So far I hadn't had one. Touch wood.
Nice video, but I have a hard time understanding you with your accent.
Yes, the Kiwi accent fantastic isn't it? I do need to work on my presentation. UA-cam is a new thing for me. Thanks for the comment.
@@ivananda865ccinterceptor All good - enjoyed the video
What year is the 120 ? Is it the newer higher power version ?
Hello, it's a 2017 model. I'm unsure about the newer ones having more power. I believe this model has around 80hp but I could be wrong.
@ That’s great, thanks. I’ve now been told it was only the Thruxton 1200 that got the power increase in 2019.. Good riding 👍😃
can you get handlebar risers with that angled frame ?
You can, I'm going to leave it stock as it's really comfortable as is.
I have a Meteor 350 and am currently debating adding an INT650 or a T120. The T120 seems a little heavy, do you find it heavier than the INT?
Not really, The Interceptor on paper is around 30- 40 Kgs lighter which i have notice on the road, But I think that's it due to I have had done alot more riding on my Interceptor than dads T120. The T120 is a better bike in every way but does cost almost twice as much than the Int650. The Int650 is a great bike but if your like me you'll be wanting more power sooner or later. Buy the T120 as its a fantastic bike as is no mods needed. Just be careful as a T120 is a big step in power compered to the 350 and a 650. Take both bike for a test ride and go from there.
Hmmmm ,
Plan "A" Keep the T120 for distance and two up work , Sell the Himi` , Turn the Interceptor into a scrambler.
OR
Plan "B" Keep the T120 , Sell Himi`, Keep Interceptor for spares , buy the new 650 Bear and transplant motor from Interceptor.
And regardless of plan , Take the wife out for dinner somewhere nice.
👍😂
Hahaha, be easier to keep all three bikes 🤣
@@ivananda865ccinterceptor Ok , Plan "C" Keep T120 sell Interceptor and Himi` and replace with CF Moto 450 MT and wife can buy you dinner. 😂😁
@LifetimeBiker Hahaha I saw a really nice Triumph Tiger 800 or 900 on the weekend and looking at my local sales, they seem priced not too bad.
@@ivananda865ccinterceptor Yup , The Tigers are a nice bit of kit although can get heavy after picking up a few times.