Should I Buy A Speed Twin?

Discussion in 'Triumph Twin Power' started by T100rider, Oct 27, 2019.

  1. T100rider

    T100rider Member

    Aug 29, 2019
    46
    18
    Deerfield, Illinois
    I’ve had my 04 T100 one season and LOVE it. But I need more top end for travel. I’ve tested the line and speed twin seems right. It’s got abundant power, but still light nimble and fun. I’m slightly concerned long range comfort but mostly interested in any regrets or words of wisdom from the group before I commit. 120 is probably the safer choice but kinda tame... Thanks for your help!
     
    • Thanks Thanks x 1
  2. MTBskier

    MTBskier Well-Known Member

    Mar 12, 2019
    242
    93
    Las Vegas, NV
    I love my speed twin, and would highly recommend it. Longest stretch on the seat is about 2 hrs straight, but had zero complaints.
     
    • Like Like x 3
    • Agree Agree x 1
  3. steve lovatt

    steve lovatt Something else

    May 12, 2014
    9,216
    1,000
    North Yorkshire
    Get the Speed Twin - if the seat proves to be uncomfortable then just change that :cool:
     
    • Like Like x 3
    • Agree Agree x 2
  4. Jean

    Jean Well-Known Member

    Apr 8, 2016
    60
    63
    Belgium
    Before my Speed Twin, I was the owner of a 17 Bonneville T120 Black,
    and I can say, I 've no regrets, the Speed Twin is a fantastic bike, more powerful, better agility , better brakes , I love it !:cool:
     
    • Like Like x 4
    • Agree Agree x 1
  5. T100rider

    T100rider Member

    Aug 29, 2019
    46
    18
    Deerfield, Illinois
    Thank you all for your feedback, This really is a great community. Yes, I tested the speed twin, Bobber, and T120. That only does so much, but your feedback and comments elsewhere on the forum give me comfort. My ‘04 is going to be hard to let go. Oddly, the speed twin is more practical and hopefully no less fun.
     
    • Agree Agree x 1
  6. dilligaf

    dilligaf Guest

    I had a speed twin for the day when my bike was in for service :)
    Absolutely brilliant :cool:
    I’d have one in a heartbeat :heart_eyes: DB19A61C-D5DA-4740-BAF0-A2B26ECAEDB1.jpeg
     
    • Like Like x 10
    • Agree Agree x 1
  7. dilligaf

    dilligaf Guest

  8. T100rider

    T100rider Member

    Aug 29, 2019
    46
    18
    Deerfield, Illinois
    Thanks Dill, I missed that thread in my search. Great stuff!
     
    • Like Like x 1
    • Agree Agree x 1
  9. steve lovatt

    steve lovatt Something else

    May 12, 2014
    9,216
    1,000
    North Yorkshire
    Is that you back in Bellyjam for breakfast? :D
     
    • Agree Agree x 3
  10. dilligaf

    dilligaf Guest

    Yep :yum
     
    • Like Like x 3
    • Agree Agree x 1
  11. darkman

    darkman Crème de la Crème

    Oct 26, 2015
    7,625
    1,000
    Southcoast of the UK Earth
    Su n me have one each after trading down from a street triple and a speed triple, even more fun that both our old bikes even if they have bit slower top end :)
     
    • Like Like x 2
    • Agree Agree x 1
  12. Jean

    Jean Well-Known Member

    Apr 8, 2016
    60
    63
    Belgium
    #12 Jean, Oct 28, 2019
    Last edited: Oct 28, 2019
    Test the both and then you'll choose the Speed Twin :p
     
    • Like Like x 2
    • Agree Agree x 2
  13. Jean

    Jean Well-Known Member

    Apr 8, 2016
    60
    63
    Belgium
    [​IMG]
    [​IMG]

    :cool:
     
    • Like Like x 5
  14. T100rider

    T100rider Member

    Aug 29, 2019
    46
    18
    Deerfield, Illinois
    I spent the day watching YouTube video reviews. I’m hooked.
     
    • Like Like x 2
    • Agree Agree x 1
  15. joe mc donald

    Subscriber

    Dec 26, 2014
    14,318
    1,000
    slough / burnham
    T100Rider.
    Do keep us all in the loop. Also have you tried the Truxton.
    Regards.
    Joe.
     
  16. Jet City

    Jet City Noble Member

    Sep 24, 2018
    522
    343
    Seattle, Washington USA
    I own both a 2018 T120 and a 2019 Speed Twin.

    The T120 is like a vintage precision machine tool of your dad’s. Durable, solid, feels built for life. It’s a joy to run through the gears and feel that sweet engine pull you up and down the rev range. It’s genius for two-up riding and thus of the dozen or so bikes I’ve owned over the years it is my wife’s favorite.


    The Speed Twin is the sports car version of the T120. It feels up on its toes, minimal, essential. The gearbox is snickety snick and in Sport mode the acceleration is hilarious. During my extended test ride I forgot about the modes and was riding around in Road for about half an hour. Then I switched to Sport and that sealed the deal. I went back to the dealer and signed papers.


    I’ve ridden the Thruxton a couple of times, but for some reason didn’t get on with it. The Speed Twin fits me like a favorite set of trainers.

    If the T120 Bonneville was shoes it would be your favorite lace-up boots, polished to a perfect shiny finish.
     
    • Like Like x 4
    • Useful Useful x 1
    • Agree Agree x 1
  17. T100rider

    T100rider Member

    Aug 29, 2019
    46
    18
    Deerfield, Illinois
    It’s done. Deal is set. I’ll sign the papers today. Dealer will install a few trinkets, heated grips, and the motone x pipe. Now the hard part - waiting until spring to ride it!
     
    • Like Like x 7
    • Agree Agree x 1
  18. John Ryan

    John Ryan Well-Known Member

    Feb 27, 2019
    167
    83
    Scotland
    I had one as a courtesy bike the other day, it was absolutely stonking. Absolutely loved everything about it.
     
    • Agree Agree x 3
    • Like Like x 2
  19. Jet City

    Jet City Noble Member

    Sep 24, 2018
    522
    343
    Seattle, Washington USA
    Speed Twin is Bike Magazines Bike of the Year. :party::party:
     
    • Like Like x 4
    • Agree Agree x 1
  20. spcottie

    spcottie New Member

    Nov 11, 2019
    18
    3
    Switzerland
    Hi,
    I'm reading at your post since i'm also wanting to buy a speed twin, i tried it but I was really disapointed with the front fork. I'm riding a xsr900 and i'm 95kg.

    I tried the speedtwin and i felt a bit like a bycicle, i didnt feel confortable if i took speed during turn. Was stressful on arms.
    I tried the bmw ninet straight after and i felt the big contrast with speed twin in term of control on road.

    Is there something to do on forks during testing ? I will re-test the motorbike since i love the look.

    Thanks everyone
     
    • Useful Useful x 1
Loading...

Share This Page