Hi I have a 2016 Bonneville T120 which I bought second hand when it was 1 year old. Its only done approx. 7000 miles and looks new as I'm constantly polishing it and runs like a dream - no problems what's so ever. I feel its time to part ex for a new T120 or Speed Twin, but what would I be gaining ? I prefer the look of the T120 over the Speed Twin (don't like its rear end) but the extra power of the Speed Twin is rather appealing, although I'm 68 and far from a boy racer. Has anyone heard of any big updates to the Bonneville range (T120 or Speed Twin) for 2020 as I can't make up my mind if its worth keeping my current bike for another year. Glen
Sounds like you’ve already got the bike you want The speed twin is definitely more boy racer It’s your call mate but I would stick with what you’ve got as it sounds like you look after it and are happy with it Change for change’s sake
"7000 miles and looks new as I'm constantly polishing it and runs like a dream - no problems what's so ever." What...U want trouble? Change the sprockets for something different... https://www.squaredeals-ltd.co.uk/b...ket-37t40t42t-options-skut2018817-44616-p.asp
"Need" ? More like "Want". I guess I'm kind of funny that way. I don't really get "the wants" for a new bike very often. As all may know by now, I ride old stuff. Odd thing I have learned about Triumphs. The older they get, the better I like them. Although I am quite up to date as far as technology, I enjoy riding a completely mechanical machine. When I ride, I leave the technology at home. No need for ride modes, traction control, anti-lock, piped in music [exhaust takes care of that]. The simplicity helps me reconnect. We each get what we want out of riding. It is your money. Spend it where you may. ...J.D.
Fit one of these and see if your performance needs are met https://www.squaredeals-ltd.co.uk/t...thruxton-1200-bonneville-t100t120-39301-p.asp
The formula for determining the optimum number of bikes you own is N+1 (Where N = the number you currently have). Oldfart
If it were me, I'd keep the Bonneville, you know it and have looked after it. Given that the financial difference between a used Bonneville and a new Speed Twin is going to be fairly substantial, then I would also look to buy another used bike to join the Bonneville, as there are many low mileage well looked after bikes available for relatively little money. Having two different bikes with different characters, in my experience, makes you appreciate each of them more.
Modification is a lot of the fun. If you look closer at my old bikes, they are not old. They are "refined" ...J.D.
I only ever have one bike at a time now. When I had 2 bikes in the 80's I always favoured one over the other, so the other had to go. Plus the fact I've got no room in the garage for another.
Good point about two bikes, I traded my 2002 Trophy 1200 in to buy this Bonnie - big mistake I should have kept it. Having a good weather bike and an all weather bike would have been the best of both worlds.
I've got my 2005 speed triple which I love and won't get rid of, but if funds permitted I'd get something like a Tiger next to it for two-up touring.
It is truly a joy to have the options of what bike to ride. The down side is keeping them all licensed, insured, new tires, repair parts, etc. I own 3, but in all honesty, it is getting to be too much. Be careful what you wish for. ...J.D.
