Always look forward to your videos, Keith! Corbin is one of the leading manufacturers of custom seats here in the States. Looks great on the 100! Your bum thanks you..
Hi Keith, from my memory of Corbin seats l was expecting something pretty ugly but l have to say that seat looks very nice it suits the bike really well. Hope your bum is enjoying the new comfort 😂👍
Hi Keith, Thanks for posting the pictures! That was an unexpected surprise. The Bonnie looks great with the Corbin seat! Looks much more comfortable. The bridge you showed us is truly remarkable, I really enjoy the scenery and your dialogue. Stay safe friend and keep the videos coming.
I went down and around Lake Vrynwy last year in the very brief bit of summer we had, a stunning ride. The Corbin seat looks great on the bonnie, and if it cossets your bum, then it's win-win. I have the RE touring seat on my classic 350, and as someone who suffers from numb bum syndrome, I find it really comfortable.
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👍
Great video shotto that seat looks perfectly ok on that T100 and we all know Corbin seats are very well made seats a name I’m sure everyone has heard of hope it suits you sir and what a claim to fame if your not famous enough already😂 Leon haslam what a great lad to meet and have on your Californian I like the style of them then and I do like the v7 today just beautiful Italian style I do think one of the best classics of today great video take care 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👍
Hi Keith, I'm so glad you find the seat comfortable and glad you didn't tell the tale of the posting saga. Yes my T120 Bonnie was sold at the same time as I bought my 350 Classic, hence keeping the Corbin seat and putting back the original Triumph one. At the time it was a very hard thing to do parting with the Bonnie. I see you managed to fit the upgraded handlebar fastener. As mine was the T120 in black model the grey/charcoal colour of the seat was specifically chosen to highlight the black tank etc. however for me it makes the bikes look even better. These days my choices as the best looking bike has to be the R.E. 350 Classic, however at one time I would have said that the Triumph T120 looked great. BTW you should notice the difference with the Tec progressive forksprings, they were a great improvement on my Bonnie.
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!👍
Hi Keith, just got back from a few days away on the wee bike and catching up with videos, I do like the look of the Gunfighter seat, very nice should be just the ticket, had to chuckle at the spaghetti western music at the end very apt 😂 all the best buddy 👍
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?
I think the Corbin seat looks fantastic.!! Adds just a touch of class to an already classy machine. The reason I thought my BMW "Pure" with convenventional forks was the best looking was for the heritage of the flat twin- starting in 1923. Thank God we have so many choices. I too could loose a stone or two., but at 71, not quite sure if it's going to happen. Lol. 👍👍
Nice one great scenery lovely bike been thinking of changing to a Triumph to go a bit lighter and lower I have a list of 3, 675 Street T100 or T120 the street being feather weight not road any as yet not even been out much since the summer has been virtually non existent .The Guzzi V7 is nice and is quite light too .My neighbor opposite has just got one in the matt black which I have yet to try since he offered , but I did notice that the black where your knees touch the tank has polished it to a shine and this would bother me if I had one to be honest lovely bike though and a much better looking engine than the BMW boxer dare I say .😉Great photo of La very young Leon .👌👍
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👍
I went round Vernwy on the 9th..... then carried on to Dinas Mawddwy where the brakes failed on my Duster. The offside rear linings separated from the brake shoes. I would have gone on the Bonnie T100 but I was going to do a few 4x4 trails. I managed to get the Duster home without using the brakes
I keep telling you Keith the BSA GoldStar is not only the best looking bike but has a stock seat that is far superior and this is coming from someone who is your height and slightly heavier. I've owned an air cooled Bonnie in the past and had to put a gel seat upgrade on it, so I do love a bonnie, but that W800 and the Guzzi are also very good looking as well.
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🤔
That seat looks great Keith, really suits the bike 👍Didn't expect to see my pics, thanks for showing 😁Lovely ride too mate, very picturesque.
Thanks Mate, it's weird, it's quite hard but it's very comfy.👍 Why not, they were great pics!
I like the look of the Corbin Keith! its improved the look of the Triumph.
Thanks Mate, it's certainly improved the comfort.👍
Does look well mate looks really comfy 👍
The seat looks good.
Rides Great 👍
Definitely the prettiest bike 😊 must investigate the Corbin seat 😊
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,v done well there pal , letting on a corbin seat and finding a dry day well done you
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👍
Always look forward to your videos, Keith! Corbin is one of the leading manufacturers of custom seats here in the States. Looks great on the 100! Your bum thanks you..
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.👍
Hi Keith, from my memory of Corbin seats l was expecting something pretty ugly but l have to say that seat looks very nice it suits the bike really well. Hope your bum is enjoying the new comfort 😂👍
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.
👍
Hi Keith, great vid and the seat looks wonderful 👍
Thanks Richard, I've never had one, it's weird, it is very firm but undoubtedly comfortable. 👍
Hi Keith, Thanks for posting the pictures! That was an unexpected surprise. The Bonnie looks great with the Corbin seat! Looks much more comfortable. The bridge you showed us is truly remarkable, I really enjoy the scenery and your dialogue. Stay safe friend and keep the videos coming.
Thank you Wally, it is much more comfortable. Thanks for commenting.
Thank you for sending them in.
Ride safe👍
The new corbin seat looks the dogs......
Ears? 👍
I went down and around Lake Vrynwy last year in the very brief bit of summer we had, a stunning ride. The Corbin seat looks great on the bonnie, and if it cossets your bum, then it's win-win. I have the RE touring seat on my classic 350, and as someone who suffers from numb bum syndrome, I find it really comfortable.
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👍
Another lovely video Keith! Cheers.
Thanks Mate, I'm really pleased you enjoyed it.
Ride safe👍
Great video shotto that seat looks perfectly ok on that T100 and we all know Corbin seats are very well made seats a name I’m sure everyone has heard of hope it suits you sir and what a claim to fame if your not famous enough already😂 Leon haslam what a great lad to meet and have on your Californian I like the style of them then and I do like the v7 today just beautiful Italian style I do think one of the best classics of today great video take care 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👍
Hi Keith, I'm so glad you find the seat comfortable and glad you didn't tell the tale of the posting saga. Yes my T120 Bonnie was sold at the same time as I bought my 350 Classic, hence keeping the Corbin seat and putting back the original Triumph one. At the time it was a very hard thing to do parting with the Bonnie. I see you managed to fit the upgraded handlebar fastener.
As mine was the T120 in black model the grey/charcoal colour of the seat was specifically chosen to highlight the black tank etc. however for me it makes the bikes look even better.
These days my choices as the best looking bike has to be the R.E. 350 Classic, however at one time I would have said that the Triumph T120 looked great.
BTW you should notice the difference with the Tec progressive forksprings, they were a great improvement on my Bonnie.
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!👍
Hi Keith, just got back from a few days away on the wee bike and catching up with videos, I do like the look of the Gunfighter seat, very nice should be just the ticket, had to chuckle at the spaghetti western music at the end very apt 😂 all the best buddy 👍
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 👍
I think the Corbin seat looks fantastic.!! Adds just a touch of class to an already classy machine. The reason I thought my BMW "Pure" with convenventional forks was the best looking was for the heritage of the flat twin- starting in 1923. Thank God we have so many choices. I too could loose a stone or two., but at 71, not quite sure if it's going to happen. Lol. 👍👍
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.
Nice one great scenery lovely bike been thinking of changing to a Triumph to go a bit lighter and lower I have a list of 3, 675 Street T100 or T120 the street being feather weight not road any as yet not even been out much since the summer has been virtually non existent .The Guzzi V7 is nice and is quite light too .My neighbor opposite has just got one in the matt black which I have yet to try since he offered , but I did notice that the black where your knees touch the tank has polished it to a shine and this would bother me if I had one to be honest lovely bike though and a much better looking engine than the BMW boxer dare I say .😉Great photo of La very young Leon .👌👍
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👍
I went round Vernwy on the 9th..... then carried on to Dinas Mawddwy where the brakes failed on my Duster. The offside rear linings separated from the brake shoes. I would have gone on the Bonnie T100 but I was going to do a few 4x4 trails. I managed to get the Duster home without using the brakes
Lovely area Mate, I'll have to check out Dinas Mawddwy!
I hope you've sorted your brakes.
Ride safe👍
Thanks shotto another good video
Thanks Garry, Im glad you enjoyed it.
Ride safe👍
I keep telling you Keith the BSA GoldStar is not only the best looking bike but has a stock seat that is far superior and this is coming from someone who is your height and slightly heavier. I've owned an air cooled Bonnie in the past and had to put a gel seat upgrade on it, so I do love a bonnie, but that W800 and the Guzzi are also very good looking as well.
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🤔
Had you had the chance to do any fishing?
Fishing? I know it's very popular but I'm sorry Mate, I couldn't think of anything worse! 👍
Where do I get one?
I reckon, Googles your friend!
Ride safe👍
Had to fit a Triumph Comfort seat to my T100 because the stock seat is awful. Corbin looks good and has a good reputation but is very expensive.
Hi Mate, agreed on all counts. The Corbin is genuinely very good.
But as you say expensive.
Ride safe Mate👍
Corbin seat at Islington North was best result in general election 😅
Ha,,, Perhaps it was👍
Nice video but I have a problem understanding you with your accent.
Sorry about that.
Ride safe buddy👍
@@shottostravels No worries- keep the videos coming just bought my T120 a few weeks ago and love it!
@@flyingmulerider7166 Thanks for watching, Sorry about my poor English
Ride safe bud👍
The 800 yeah.....900 no...to modern....space invader look just like most modern bikes.
Ok, fair comment, I see what you mean
Ride safe 👍