Street Twin 900 | The Perfect Beginner Bike? | 6-Month Review

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Could the Triumph Street Twin be the perfect beginner bike while being a forever bike? This is my 6-month review as a new rider and what I love about the Street Twin :)
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00:00 Intro
00:29 A Fast 6-Months
00:59 Powerful Enough
01:33 Managing the Weight
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03:11 She Gets HOT!
03:25 ABS
03:42 Headlight Visibility
3:57 Forever Bike
4:51 Outro
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@pmay222 Месяц назад

its not a 'beginners' bike...its a great bike......

@MrGutbag Год назад

I've returned to riding after 30 years so maybe I'm a re-beginner. Love my Street Twin. Sounds great, looks great, plenty of power for me.

@moto_des Год назад

Agreed and congrats for riding again!

@patrickwest3076 6 месяцев назад

Got a street twin .absolutely love it.been riding now for 45 years.now 60.i won't sell it I love it.great video lovely lady.stay safe x

@timphillips8966 Год назад

Agreed. Great scoot for you/beginners. Also agree on the LED headlight, smart move. I was surprised at the sweet music the stock exhaust makes.

@moto_des Год назад

It's a great sounding bike!

@frankenbeans6930 5 месяцев назад

Just picked this bike up. It’s the third bike I’ve owned after not riding for about 10 years. I’m def treating it with respect. Good amount of power here and I would not want someone with very little experience to think they can’t get into Some trouble on it. Love it. Beautiful bike!

@sg3971 Год назад

I've really enjoyed you sharing your coming of age on the Street Twin. It's portrayed by many as a great entry level bike which it surely is, but I'm coming at it a completely different way. I recently turned 72 and bought myself a new Speed Twin 900 (AKA Street Twin) for my birthday. I've been actively riding motorcycles since 1966 so this is not an " entry" bike for me. This one is quite possibly my "exit" bike. I've lost a lot of my leg strength over the past few years and big heavy bikes with tall seat heights made riding precarious at best. I've just reached 600 mi. on my new best friend and have to say I love it. It's made riding fun again and it's all the bike I need to complete this final mission. Best to you and keep us up to date on your future adventures! Steve G. in NM

@moto_des Год назад

Thanks, Steve, it's been a fun journey so far! Congrats, that's amazing. It's such a fun bike to ride. I feel the same way too, it's like my new best friend! Thanks for following along.

@mrbxv Год назад

Great review of the bike and the reasons why you chose this bike. Your perspective will provide a lot of value to those who are dipping their feet into the sport. Best of luck in your journey and growth in motorcycling!

@moto_des Год назад

Thank you! 🙏

@billzeitzmann1585 Год назад

I appluad you for your journey, doing everything right. I hope more ladies n new rides follow your lead and your videos. Best of luck in the future 👍 (riderr over 50 years)

@moto_des Год назад

Thank you :)

@EyvindrSVK Год назад

Very nice vid and summary. I've completed my motorbike driving license in November last year and bought Vitpilen 401 in March this year (44HP) and to be completely honest I was quite scared going for a more powerful bike. I applaud your bravery to go for the Street Twin 900 for its power and even more with your statute (I'm 5'10" with 200lbs). After 1.000miles I've done so far I do think that I could've gone for something around 60-70HP but hey, at lest there is something to look forward to :) I've discovered your channel few days ago and I'm baffled by the quality of all the vlogs. I can't comprehend how you only have so few subscribers here and also on IG :) Keep up the great work and I'll be looking forward for the weekly updates! PS: There are many videos about that on youtube but maybe you could do one about your recording setup (cameras, mounts, and so on).

@moto_des Год назад

Congrats!! Now you'll have fun choosing your next one. Thank you for the feedback, I appreciate that. I would definitely be open to a video of my AV set up. Thanks for watching :)

@lrdass 10 месяцев назад

I’ve also got my street twin as first bike because I fell in love with it during the test drive. But I was looking at it bringing it home and thinking I’ve lost my mind to start with such bike. Great to get to your video ! Feeling more confident on the choice now hehehe

@moto_des 10 месяцев назад

Nice! I hope you're loving it even more!

@thorpluto4527 Год назад

I bought an used 1st generation Street Twin as reentry after more than 30 years without a motorcycle. It's now 5 years ago and I've behind me more than 40,000km (length of the equator) with this machine. I've thought about upgrading to the larger T120 several times, but I've always given it up because I'm actually still happy with the bike. It looks absolutely amazing. It has enough power and torque to have fun with it for the rest of my life. I only swapped the tires and the headlight. The tires versus the Avon Spirit ST and the headlight versus a J.W. Speaker 8790 Adaptive, because I drive a lot through the woods to work at night. Imo a good investment in a longer life. ;-)

@moto_des Год назад

Wow, impressive amount of mileage!

@phgd1993 4 месяца назад

Great video! I've bought the Matt Ironstone Gray from 2020 and so far I didn't have the courage to trade it for another model. It's very good on the road and great in the big city. My suggestion is changing the standard tyres from the terrible Pirelli Phantom to any other model or brand. It's been two years since I switched it to the Pirelli Scorpion Trail and it's a whole new bike!

@johnp-h8896 5 месяцев назад

Took one of these from Alberta to Utah and back along with our Speed Triple 1050R, it more than held its own on that trip. I wouldn’t consider it a beginner’s bike, more of a Captain Sensible machine. Beautifully made and good ergonomics make it an everyday bike.

@leftcoaster67 2 месяца назад

Kudos for the Captain Sensible reference. Happy Talk.

@rayweeks1056 Год назад

Great review…! I got back into riding on a Bonneville T100 Black and I agree that it hits a certain sweet spot for a beginner / forever bike.

@moto_des Год назад

Thanks! You really can't go wrong with the Bonneville line.

@abbihendrickson2955 7 месяцев назад

I love all your reviews of the Triumph! Can you do a video on how to carry a passenger? I would love to try it this next riding season :)

@Imotopilot Год назад

Excellent review! Can't wait to see what you progress to in the future. I started on Harley's, can't get enough of Ducati's and KTM's now.

@moto_des Год назад

Thank you :) A Ducati scrambler is on my list of bikes I want to ride! I love Moto Guzzi too.

@LidLifeCrisis Год назад

Would be very interested to see the improved headlight as I do lots of unlit country roads and really love the look of this bike.

@stimsonromano2258 10 месяцев назад

Awesome review and thanks for sharing big love from Australia 😊😊😊

@moto_des 10 месяцев назад

Thank you so much 🤗

@lukeoverthere1364 Год назад

Greetings from your new UK subscriber. Really enjoyed this review. I’ve recently passed my bike test and have bought a Honda Rebel CMX500, partly because I too am vertically challenged so wanted something low to the ground and also because I was a little nervous about getting something too powerful for a first big bike. My next bike will be a Triumph for sure but for now I love my rebel.

@moto_des Год назад

Hi Luke, thanks for following along! Congrats, that’s so exciting. I took my MSF test on a Rebel 300 and I definitely considered the 500 as my first bike. It’s a great bike. I’ve just always been keen on Triumphs. 😊

@chrisrobinson79 Год назад

Great video looking at the speed twin love triumph. I have a 22 triumph rocket 3R and a street triple. Quality is second to none. Hope to see more videos smart looking bike great choice 😎🌴

@moto_des Год назад

Thank you! Those are great bikes, I'm highly impressed with the quality from Triumph. I would love to get another one day.

@wesleywilkinson4355 Год назад

Great pick with the Street Twin! Had the same brake noise on my bike until I switched to the Brembo LA compound (white) sintered front pads. These perform better in every way to the OEM organic compound pads and don"t make the noise! Have fun and ride safe!

@moto_des Год назад

Thank you! Cool, I'll check those out, thanks :)

@Chambers_90 Год назад

I'd a Street Scrambler as my first bike, it was a perfect first choice - headlight could definitely done with being a bit brighter! I sold it for Street Triple which I've had for a year, and I'm now selling that to get a T120. Part of me regrets selling the Scrambler every day, but I'm glad I gave the Triple a go. It's an absolutely sublime riding experience, but I miss the more relaxed riding experience of the modern classics, and I think the T120's slight increase in HP, and good bump up in torque, should be the sweet spot. Health to ride, I hope you have many happy years and miles together!

@moto_des Год назад

Thank you:) I've heard the T120 is fun one!

@rafaelmedina604 Год назад

Thank you for your insights, was very helpful about the size based on your height

@moto_des Год назад

Glad it was helpful!

@moshlevy8514 Год назад

so cool. Keep it up I’m learning so much

@moto_des Год назад

Thank you!

@jameshutchins3396 Год назад

When I was a kid, people traveled on bikes as small as 350 and saw them as their forever bike. 900 is a really good all around size for what you are doing. You can never have too much light if you are away from city lights. Sometimes aux lights help. Sometimes a windscreen helps with fatigue. The beauty of the bike you have is you dont mind using it for quick runs to the store or to eat. Light and simple will always serve you well. Keep the sunny side up and enjoy the ride

@moto_des Год назад

Thank you! I completely agree :)

@philippevonarx8642 9 месяцев назад

thanks for the review. I got myself the latest version, owning a honda cbf 500 for a few years now. I agree on the heat distribution being taller (180 cm), this bike gets hot, especially on the right side. the bike is beautiful and a keeper if you are looking for a british gentleman on two wheels that will tell you to chill out a little. but i honestly think that it may not be suited for experienced riders who love going fast in the twisties. my honda for example is much more agile, due to the higher ergonomy after a bench change, the monoshock rear suspension, 17 inch front wheel and therefore a much wider range of tyres to chose from. i went for the michelin road classics instead of the pirelli tyres. it‘s a bit better. maybe i‘ll upgrade the rear shocks and even change to metzeler tyres if available, as i do like going to the twisties (switzerland 😊). i love the bike, the looks, the exhaust sound (although missing a bit of intake sound of carbs), the suspension on bad roads is very comfortable (with the issue of not being so stiff on perfect roads), the seat is very nice, plenty of low down torque and overtaking power, no frills with the electronics…. … all in all: a very cool gentleman/gentlewoman to cruise around, but the limits of this bike are obvious very quickly if living in the twisties and riding with naked bikes from diverse japanese or european producers or the triumph 1200 speet twin. still: i love it !!! one thing i don‘t understand though: why not learn on a used japanese naked bike in the 500 to 650 range? cheap, low servicing costs, reliable, flickable….

@tonybrett7974 Год назад

A truly wonderful bike only slightly let down by the stock Pirelli Phantoms. Recently fitted Avon Spirit ST's to mine - vastly superior ride & super confident cornering. Mines a keeper.

@moto_des Год назад

I've been looking at new tires!

@harsh2209 Год назад

Very good review for beginner!! Thanks!!

@moto_des Год назад

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching :)

@alexentropi2494 Год назад

Hi MotoDes, Great bike, nice mods and an awesome beginning of the new adventure! Though what I really enjoy and admire is the way you are filming it all! Could you share what kind of equipment you are using? Best.

@moto_des Год назад

Thank you! My camera equipment is listed in the description :)

@heidivandiemen3226 3 месяца назад

I got my licence last dezember 2023 and my first bike is the street twin 900. Thank you for your video. I am not so big so I have the same 'problem 'with the heat of the motor. Just ride is what I hear. That is what I am gonne do.

@moto_des Месяц назад

Awesome, best of luck!

@CyberspyUsurped Год назад

Another fantastic video. Also, you're not alone with that front brake squeal. It seems all the 2022's have it LOL (I'll be changing my brake pad or possibly my entire front brake to something different) I have a yellow tint over my headlight and changed the bulb inside to an H4 LED. It was inexpensive and plug & play.

@moto_des Год назад

Thank you! Haha it's funny how much they squeak. I'll have to look into that light bulb, sounds more cost effective than replacing the headlight.

@martincartwright5461 21 день назад

Great review, really enjoyed it. I'm looking to buy my wife one. You've been a great help making that decision.

@moto_des 19 дней назад

@@martincartwright5461 awesome!

@Darawn833 Год назад

One of the best Triumph bike,look great,sound great and so beginner friendly! I ve chosen the Royal Enfield interceptor 650,very similar bike even she got less power of course,these two bikes have the same philosophy! Greetings from France Des!🏍️

@moto_des Год назад

Hi! I love the interceptor! Very similar. Thanks for watching 😊

@johnmacdonald1878 Год назад

Perfect? Mine was pretty darn good. Good to see it’s working well for you and your enjoying yours. Every time I stopped. Some old guy who rode a Triumph way back when. would come over to check it out and talk about it. It something I kind of miss. I am trying to resist the urge to do the same when I see one.

@moto_des Год назад

I couldn't imagine myself with a different bike. I think I would get another one down the road but this one would be hard to get rid of. Haha, so many have come up to me and have said they used to have one. I always enjoy talking to people and you can see the joy on their face when they talk about it.

@msrivette Год назад

I bought a "totaled" Street Twin at auction and rebuilt it. It was my first bike as well and I LOVED it. In 2021 I decided to buy a new Speed Twin and sell the Street. It was a sad day but I found somebody that would love and appreciate it as much as I did. It was also going to be THEIR first bike! I loved doing the mods on my bike as well. I did a de-cat on my Street Twin and it really made a significant difference. I went with the Remus 2-2 headers and stock slip-ons. It seemed to open it up a bit and really added to that sound! I also added throttle spacers. It's a super cheap and easy mod, but it helped a lot with the snatchy throttle in first gear. Lastly, If you're using the Quad Lock phone mount, I suggest getting their vibration dampener. You might already have it, I couldn't tell from the videos. I know that I used to ride without it and it definitely screwed up my phone.

@MrGutbag Год назад

I have a Street Twin and love it, but I'm still tempted by the 1200. Any pros/cons vs the 900?

@msrivette Год назад

@@MrGutbag I think they're both amazing bikes, to be honest. For me, I got to a point where I felt like I would be comfortable with a bit more power. I had been riding the Street Twin for years and even though I usually ride alone, occasionally I would have a passenger. I'm 6'1" and 215 pounds. By myself, the Street Twin felt fine but with a passenger, it started to feel a bit more sluggish. For my size, the Speed Twin also seems to fit a bit more. I think its the way the seat is positioned. There's really no cons since the Speed Twin has more power and better brakes while still having that amazing style. That all being said, if you love the Street Twin, dont feel a need to change it! I LOVED mine and it was hard to let it go. I even felt buyers remorse for a while. Little by little I bonded with the Speed Twin and only then was able to say goodbye to my Street haha. Have you modified your Street Twin? If you haven't done a de-cat and maybe a new exhaust, id suggest trying it. I loved the torque boost I felt from mine after and it sounded really nice!

@moto_des Год назад

That's awesome, thanks for these suggestions I will definitely look into them! I have the vibration dampener but haven't put it on yet. I should do that. 😅

@msrivette Год назад

@@moto_des haha happy to help! Ya! All of a sudden my phone was looking crazy when I would try to use the camera. Now I know why!

@MrGutbag Год назад

@@msrivette Thanks. Is the seat less padded on the Speed Twin? It looks like it. What about handling at urban speeds (up to 30mph)?

@jennjhf9713 10 месяцев назад

I have a Speed 900 (same bike) and am about the same height as you but living in a colder climate my knees are kept nice and warm

@patrickfitzgerald2861 11 месяцев назад

The front brake squeak may be coming from glazing on the pads. Take it to a parking lot and try hard braking a few time (safely, of course!). That might take care of it. Oh, and well done on the review. 👍

@basssocks113 Год назад

Thank you for this nice video! :-) Yes this bike is good for beginners, but not only! I am 47 years old and i ride constantly without a break since 29 years and i am absolutely happy with this bike. I had different bikes but this is my favourit. Ok, sometimes i think maybe a bigger bike could be better, because i am 189 cm tall. But to be honest, its just for the ego. The riding position is total fine with some changes i`ve done. A bench seat from aloscafe and adjustable footpegs from Tec ( i put them a little bit lower for my long legs). And with the Marlin windscreen from Dart and a little windscreen on top (against the wind noises) from puig its perfect on faster speed on highways. But the most important modification was changing the tyres. I had the pirelli scorpion trail 2 they where great, but they are not longer produced, so i changed to Avon Spirit ST and they are perfect on any raod! You will feel much safer with this tyres and can go easily really deep in corners. I fall in love with my little Streety more and more. I cant get enough just looking at it. :-D The riding is pure happiness, you can cruise and relax but you can fire it up if you want. Its a great every day commuter but also a great long distance tourer. I think its not just the perfect beginner bike, for me i am more and more sure, its the perfect forever bike. :-)

@moto_des Год назад

You're so spot on with this! And upgrading the tires is definitely on my list. Thanks for watching :)

@carlosconsuegra2004 Год назад

Gracias de nuevo ,la moto te queda genial estas estupenda .

@markcotter6309 3 месяца назад

I'm getting a bike after 20 years away from it, cant wait to get going again, I just need to decide on which bike now lol

@robrockatansky5905 Год назад

If your clutch and brake levers seem a bit far to reach, they can be dialed in closer to your hands, just to make it easier.

@moto_des Год назад

I adjusted mine which was nice!

@rabnori4836 10 месяцев назад

Great bike .easy on every level. At 70 years old my previous bikes too heavy too fast . This bike is dream to ride, so well balanced, almost goes around corners by telepathic mind control, and powerful enough. The clutch pull is light and a dream if suffering with tendinitis and white finger; virtually no vibration!,, !!! Heaven sent its brilliant . Get one .😊

@jonwright490 Год назад

Its a great all-round bike and the fuel economy is outstanding (80 uk mpg ) I 'upgraded' to the speed twin 1200 a year ago but still think about my street twin. The best change I made to the street twin? tyres, the stock pirellis are poor, they give a vague front feel while cornering, wet grip is not great and they track road ruts like a magnet. Avon spirit ST transformed the bike.

@colingoldthorpe5918 Год назад

Great review 👍👍👍 be prepared to have random old guys walk up and reminisce about their first Triumph. It’s just part of riding a Bonnie, I never make a ride without someone commenting on it. Triumph built a tremendous bike when they redid the Bonnie line. I will own one until they bury me in the ground 😁😁. I’m British but live in Canada surrounded by Harley riders so sometimes I just keep rolling to another coffee shop.

@msrivette Год назад

haha. I get a lot of "What year is that?!", not believing its only a few years old.

@robrockatansky5905 Год назад

thumbs up from a random old guy!

@moto_des Год назад

It happens all the time 😂 but I love it! You can see their face light up. The whole Bonnie line is amazing.

@RyGuyTheAVGuy 10 месяцев назад

Motorcycle chicks are the best Just started riding about month ago and already put a almost 1,000 miles on my TU250x. Truly has changed my life.

@moto_des 10 месяцев назад

Nice! It really is life changing.

@vielissimo1202 5 месяцев назад

A motorcycle being categorized as a beginner bike also has the geography factor in it, I think. In countries like where I'm from, where small capacity bikes are king, any bike from 500cc and up are considered big bikes already. Anyway, I can't wait to flip my Yamaha XSR 900 for something like the Street Twin. I'm very partial to retro and classic-looking bikes, and couple that with my defensive and conservative riding style, there would be no question about how those types of bike exactly fit me. Hopefully I can get a quality 2nd-hand like any of the 900s from Triumph, or one of the Evolution engine sportster Harleys, maybe a Moto Guzzi v9 Bobber Sport.

@nicster502 День назад

Thank you for this video. I have a '17 street twin and really enjoy having it. "upgraded" from a '03 Bonneville t100. I too am 5'2" and love how the street twin handles and the weight distribution. Power is just right for my comfort and needs. I feel the same about that heat on my legs and the front brake squeak. But I must ask after seeing your bar end mirror install video, is there a major difference in visibility with the bar end? Thanks

@jberry004 Год назад

If the heat from the engine is getting to you, I really recommend looking into getting an x pipe fitted. I swapped out the catalytic converter for an x pipe last weekend on my 2020 speed twin and it's night and day difference how much heat comes off the engine now!

@moto_des Год назад

I will look into this, thanks!

@dawdawes Год назад

I currently run a brand new triumph trident 660 in orange a 2022 Kawasaki z650rs in green and an older 2010 Ducati 848 in red. Always preferred the small capacity machine

@moto_des Год назад

Those are great bikes! I have a friend that has the Trident 660. I've been wanting to test drive that one, it seems fun!

@dawdawes Год назад

@@moto_des a bit more hard core than The Kawasaki which is a bit relaxing to ride, the Ducati takes 200% concentration and will spit you out if it can.

@nerychristian Год назад

I own a Trident 660 too. After just a few months of riding it, I think it is the best bike I have owned so far. It's so smooth and fun to ride. I wish I could find other Triumph riders here in L.A.

@petroosabdollahian1648 6 месяцев назад

nice video, is this bike good enough and usually commuting friendly? foor daily use and weekend Turing? Any way great video Be safe & God bless

@johnterry804 Год назад

Beginner bike lol 😂 it’s just a good bike I had many all different types! It’s also a great platform for customisation all the best from London Uk 🇬🇧 xx

@moto_des Год назад

It's very easy to customize! Yes, all around it's an awesome bike. :)

@pwinters02 Год назад

Beautiful bike.. I'm an experienced rocket rider but always go for the street scrambler over the ducati for a casual, comfortable ride. Love these things! I also love your grips.. can you tell me what they are?

@moto_des Год назад

Nice, I love the scrambler and have been wanting to test drive one! The grips are from Trip Machine Company.

@AdrianMartinez-mm5kt Год назад

Just started riding a week ago. Got a street scrambler so very similar. Definitely going to replace the headlight with an LED soon. Curious how yours turns out.

@moto_des Год назад

Oh nice, congrats!

@fabio5995 Год назад

Just an advice, when able swap the OEM tyres with a better pair,like Pirelli Scorpion trail2, Avon Spirit ST or Metzeller Roadtec. You will have more feeling with bike.

@moto_des Год назад

Thanks for the suggestion, I've been looking at new tires!

@fabio5995 Год назад

🙏

@JorgeVargas-ts1os 10 месяцев назад

Nice perfect motorcycle for the city.the color is vivid black nice color.

@JCloher 2 месяца назад

I just finished my MSF course a couple weeks back, and have been drooling over these. Im considering pulling the trigger, but am on the fence about the displacement. I want something I can grow into, and feel like the Speed 400 is a bit small for me. I am 6ft, 215lbs. Should I go with the 900 or the 1200? Thanks again, and great video!

@moto_des Месяц назад

Nice, congrats! It's all within your comfort level. I really think either could be a great start. The 900 would be perfect and would last you for a long time.

@OntarioAndrews415 Год назад

I like the Street Twin. I loved the Street Cup, but for some reason they only made it for the 2017 and 2018 model years then just stopped. Not sure why. I almost purchased the Street Twin, but didn't. I wish I did though.

@moto_des Год назад

It's never too late to get one! Thanks for watching :)

@ripmax333 Год назад

If you are able to find a 2016 street twin seat you will have 1 inch less of seat height and might feel more comfortable to reach the ground. I do love mine (2016 model) I also installed the street scrambler handlebars and its even more comfortable with a more upright position. The weight might be intimidating but the center of gravity on this bike is very very low. Regarding the lights, Why you don’t use some LED lights mounted on the crash bar instead? Way cheaper and you will have all the visibility that you need.

@moto_des Год назад

Thank you for the suggestions, I'll look into those! Thanks for watching :)

@Farwalker2u Год назад

Acquiring the complex skill of competently driving a motorcyle on the streets takes time. "Ride your ride" should always be your guide. If you find yourself in a group ride that out paces your comfort zone . . . . ride your ride. Do not be pulled or pushed into riding beyond your comfort zone. No one really knows their capacity when buying their first bike (assuming no riding experience), because of their lack of knowledge and experience. From the videos here, Moto Des is a responsible person who cautiously approaches this learning to avoid overly risky behavior. I have to agree with her assessment that the Street Twin 900 will suit her riding desires for a couple of years, perhaps more. Who knows? If not, all the better. Adventures in motorcycle shopping . . . . . . . .! Maybe she might rent a Triumph Trident 660 and be seduced to the triple side . . . . . ? I like MrGutbag, came back to riding after many decades. The Bonneville T120 seduced me back in 2017 (at the age of 65). 😊 Great video. More please. ❤

@moto_des Год назад

The T120 looks like a fun one! A friend of mine has the Trident 660, I've been wanting to give it a go. Thanks for the great reminders about riding and thanks for watching :)

@atxplus 10 месяцев назад

Good succinct review, glad you are liking the bike. Good idea practicing in a car park. Do some formal bike training and your confidence will grow

@moto_des 10 месяцев назад

Thanks! I definitely always plan on keeping up with the drills.

@igorpetrovych9843 Месяц назад

Amazing bike

@moto_des Месяц назад

Thanks!

@aasirian Год назад

Para mí es una moto fantástica. También fue mi primera moto grande. Es estupenda para ciudad, y aguanta muy bien en carretera ✌🏻

@moto_des Год назад

Thanks for watching!

@kapn742 Год назад

What bar end mirrors do you have?? I just picked up a speed twin 900 myself last week. Interested in following along with your videos!

@moto_des Год назад

They are from British customs! Thanks for following along and watching :) britishcustoms.com/products/motogadget-cafe-mirror-kit

@tonyfffuuu 8 месяцев назад

wondering what the difference between this and the tiger 660 is besides the obvious bike style/look

@fizzyridertoo 11 месяцев назад

This was effectively my wife's first bike too and she loved it. She recently replaced it with a T120 to give her that extra oomph, but still holds a lot of affection for her ST.

@moto_des 11 месяцев назад

Oh nice! That’s good to hear she enjoys the T120. I definitely want to get another ST but I want to test drive the T120 for fun as well.

@gmatty2975 11 дней назад

Great Review! It was a choice of the Moto Guzzi V7 Special or Speed Twin 900 When I heard the Triumphs Exhaust note I fell in love right there. Ride Safe! ;0)

@rudysr22 2 месяца назад

Great video, I am new to motorcycles and thinking on buying also a speed twin. Question does anyone knows where I can get the same type of crash bars?

@moto_des Месяц назад

the ones I have are listed in the description :)

@glynharper1066 Год назад

The seat hight and the tanks narrow width also help for us shorter riders.

@moto_des Год назад

Yeah it's not too bad. Sometimes I'll go up on my toes and my knees fit comfortably in the groove of the tank.

@greenambles Год назад

It's my forever bike :-)

@kenhoward3512 Год назад

"A great introductory bike that can easily be a forever-bike." Well-said about the Street Twin. It's a good, all-around bike to own, year-after-year. It looks like a classic British twin, which is cool, has a comfortable, neutral riding position, and handles easily. And yes, it sounds great, too. 'Excellent presentation!

@moto_des Год назад

Thank you, and thanks for watching! It really is just an all-around great bike. I couldn't imagine not having this one :)

@HeathNormand Год назад

I have the same squeaking on the front brakes.

@msrivette Год назад

Same. I think its a Triumph "feature" :P

@robrockatansky5905 Год назад

@@msrivette Triumph doesn't apply grease to the backs of the pads, can be done easily but not sure why they don't.

@moto_des Год назад

haha I'm glad I'm not the only one!

@jamescostello2558 7 месяцев назад

I got one of these after learning on a Z 300 I have to say the street twin is a lot easier to ride than the z300

@AbzScotland Год назад

👍good job.

@moto_des Год назад

Thank you! 😊

@mark222b Год назад

Does your long ride panner rails rub against the suspension springs? I thought I installed mine correctly but it does get in contact with the springs and has rubbed the paint off of it.

@moto_des 10 месяцев назад

I haven't had that problem! Hope you figured it out :)

@michaelcryer4021 Год назад

Moto des lets go for a ride if your ever in Southern New Mexico

@Breaking_news 7 дней назад

It is best bike for the price, an all round bike , go anywhere, enough power, braking and handling, also the seat height is fantastic giving you the peace of mind if you land up on really bad roads or are stuck on a up hill slow in a traffic jam, weight is also lower down so it feels light weight ( COG is low ) and pillion will also be comfortable with the flat seat and its height so can easily get on and off the bike. low maintenance bike and does not stand out of the crowd so less chance of being stolen. If you have the money and love riding and someone who has been riding or is getting old and wants to ride a bike, this is the bike to get. If I had the money $12000 here in Bharat for this bike I would definitely get it ...:(

@AngelRomerodrums Год назад

Hi, how are you. I loved your video, the content and your presentation, I'm following you here, by the way, I also have a 2022 Triumph Street twin 900. I wanted to tell you that I didn't see the link for the bag you use to load in the seat, if you can share which one it is , I'll be very greatful. If one day you come to Miami I will gladly receive you, God bless you

@moto_des Год назад

Thank you, and thanks for following along! Here is the bag I have, I also had to purchase the side rail. longride.com/collections/soft-retro-moto-saddlebags/products/vintage-motorcycle-saddlebag

@theonlygus Год назад

its definetly NOT a beginner bike. Can someone handle it if they're a beginner... absolutely... but it has the potential of putting beginners in really bad situations. Des is level headed and cautious, not all beginners will be this smart about it... those are the ones that will get hurt on a 900cc bike. A good beginner bike allows ANYONE to learn how to ride without putting too much power in their hands. Somewhere in the last 6 or 7 years the internet culture has slowly re-defined what a beginner bike is and its absolutely going to result in people getting hurt. I dont think any certified instructor would want someone to start on a Street Twin.

@moto_des Год назад

I agree, it all depends on the rider and how they approach learning how to ride. This bike is definitely not for every beginner. Thanks for watching :)

@nerychristian Год назад

My first motorcycle was a Honda 919. I didn't have any problems riding it. It all depends on how mature and responsible you are as a rider. I grew up with a dad who rode cruiser motorcycles. And he always taught me to ride carefully and to be careful of other drivers. I am that way too when I drive a car. I guess it depends on your personality type.

@hwy1310 Год назад

Done use the clock??? 😂 kidding…nice video. Triumph’s are works of art.

@moto_des Год назад

Does anyone!? 🤣

@hwy1310 Год назад

@@moto_des I do! 🙋‍♂️….guess I’m alone here…😂

@moto_des Год назад

@@hwy1310 I'm sure you're not!

@urbanjunglerider9229 Год назад

Handsome bike n cute owner....thats what i see....even from west texas motel in Forth Stocton

@JamesSimmons-gv4ow 9 месяцев назад

It's a mistake to categorize some bikes as being for beginners. The engine/weight combination is little to do with one's level of experience. I've known many beginners who bought Harley hogs for their first bikes. I've had more than 70 years of motorcycle experience yet I would prefer a smaller bike than this one for my current riding habits. Indeed at 85 years old now I am thinking about the Triumph Scrambler. Good thing you don't call that one a beginner bike or I'd not be able to buy it. (sarcasm)

@russelldesoto9044 8 месяцев назад

70 years, a lot has changed

@Roy_Camacho 7 месяцев назад

Sarcasm is no substitute for wit.

@mahdavimail 7 месяцев назад

Me after 20 yrs of driving 125cc in middle east, I am hesitating to go for a 400cc single triumph , and she says 900cc twin is a good beginner bike! 😂😂😂 I feel like being a Novice then lol.

@bluecheese4877 4 месяца назад

What about a 500cc or a 650cc ?

@mr1bienvenu1 Год назад

I love that bike, I prefer a 5 speed 👌

@soledude Год назад

👍👍👍

@FunAllDayLong4353 Год назад

When you're next in Austin tell Alex I said Hi!

@moto_des Год назад

Who’s Alex?! 😅

@FunAllDayLong4353 Год назад

@@moto_des 🤔🤫 Mr Austin! 😉

@jaywinters2483 6 месяцев назад

My inseam is 29". Is the Street Twin too tall?

@moto_des 4 месяца назад

Not for me and I'm 5'2 for reference.

@sajithprasadbandara Год назад

❤😍

@neomoyotl7259 10 месяцев назад

Any reason the check engine light is on?

@moto_des 10 месяцев назад

That goes off, all the lights come on at first.

@mkgzt 4 месяца назад

Just cover it up with some tape 😅

@bikerwilli9130 Год назад

wish drive with you :)

@alb3096 9 месяцев назад

These mirrors give the ST the final touch

@chema1546 Год назад

It's not bad to start with the motorcycles 🤪 but it lacks power 😀 and it has a lot of weight 😸 but best regards from Valencia Spain

@alpsalish Год назад

It is waaay more than a beginner bike!

@HarleyGeezer1954 Год назад

Ah, I do miss the exhilaration and pure excitement of being new rider.

@moto_des Год назад

It's been an amazing time!

@MegaGecas 2 месяца назад

It’s definitely not a beginner’s bike. Maybe it’s not that big and heavy for experienced biker, but it’s got plenty of power and speed. I’ve got one myself for 4-th season now. And it’s my 4-th bike. I would chose something less powerful, let’s say from Royal Enfield if I were a beginner and was in the market for classic looks.