Which Triumph Bonneville Should You Buy In 2021? New Updates For T120, T100, Street Twin, Bobber 

T120...the retro design reminds me very much of the Bonnevilles of my youth.

2:32 T120 5:20 T120 Black 6:00 T100 9:28 Street Twin 12:21 Street Twin Goldline 14:06 Bobber 16:33 SpeedMaster 18:32 Scramblers

Here’s Triumph; redoing, reworking, updating and IMPROVING their classic Bonneville line! Making the bikes better. More power, more torque, better everything, everywhere! Here’s Harley; cutting from the street/sportster line. Bringing out 3 models that are exactly the same as they have been (excluding paint jobs and aesthetics) no upgrades, no improvements, no surprises, nothing! Just a price increase! Maybe Harley should hire someone from Triumph to show them how to build motorcycles? Too bad Triumphs aren’t more accessible here in Tulsa Oklahoma where I live! They make absolutely beautiful, classy, and modern motorcycles that just LOOK retro but have actual parts and components from this century!

I love the blue Street Twin, nice colour which they should have used years ago.

Not a word about what has been removed ? Biased towards Triumph's marketing ploy? For the T120 at least, no more standard heated grips, no more center stand, no more handrail - those are more to thank for the claimed weight saving than changes to the engine.

6:36 to be clear, i meant to say T100 here...

Gold line is nice but I would have liked to see a little more from Triumph. Thanks for such a speedy response to the new range!

I'm always impressed with the direction that Triumph is taking. And it's almost as if they can read my mind. Perhaps mainly because I'm a Triumph fan boy.

The seat update for the Speedmaster is a welcomed upgrade. I still prefer the previous pinstripe paint job on my 2020 though.

The triumph range at the moment is absolutely fantastic. The fit and finish is also top notch as well!

Damn that gold line is sooo beautiful.

With all the upgrades on other siblings this year, the old and faithful Speed Twin is still a better buy.

Overall I’m seeing some very nice fit and finish. Intriguing use of various metal treatments. I like the traditional fin look and exhaust flange finning. Liquid cooled but important to keep air cooled traditional look. Definitely would consider a test ride.

Picking one of the new Bonnies is like having to choose between blonde, brunette or redhead.

Triumph you've done the impossible by coming back and in bloody fine shape to boot! So many attractive offerings, scramblers, traditional "real" bikes, a twin that has a decent track history; (already)! Makes me feel good, and more when I hear one roll by.

I'd love a T120 black to customise. Yes please!

Love them all. Nice lineup of choices, Triumph.

Fantastic review! I just bought my 2020 Speed Twin based a lot on your enthusiasm and reviews. I like the evolutionary changes and that Gold Line are really sharp! Cannot wait to see them in my local dealership! Keep up the great work!

Excellent vid - thanks for uploading this latest info. I've been eyeing off the Speed Twin for some time, but have always loved the classic lines of the Bonneville T120. Now that the new 2021 version of the Bonnie has lost 7kg in weight, it brings it closer to the handling of the Speed Twin while it maintains it's retro look. Tough decision...which way to go. Thanks to Triumph we are spoilt for choice as each new model range is released.

The Gold line looks really nice. I have a need for speed though so I'm waiting to see what the Speed Twin is going to be like. If no changes I'll just pull the trigger on a 2020 if I can find one.

Understand Triumph need a factory in far east. Is sad they didn't try abit harder to keep making some bikes in the UK.

I doubt a Speed Twin RS will happen, but I really hope there are some substantial updates to the suspension, more power, and that it comes with cruise control. It also needs more interesting color options.

Looking forward on having one of these bikes soon ♥️

I like the changes to T120 & T100. I like the fact that Triumph now present wet / kerb weights. If the Speed Twin could be better accessorised for pillion and luggage. I’m swapping Bonnevilles for Tigers for practical two up touring, but I’m tempted for a T100 in two or three years time.

Glad to know the Bobber is getting a larger tank however more clearance in the back with a stiffer shock would have been nice.

I will definitely be waiting for the SPEED TWIN update a TFC, R or BLACK PLEASE

I'm diggin the look of that gold line

Great video, keep up the good work Bob. I'd be happy with any of the Bonnie range, they all look great.

Great information about the up coming scramblers and speed twin. Thanks

Beautiful motorcycles! But I love my 2010 SpeedMaster best because of its 865cc air cool engine, no traction control and its ease of maintenance.

Just love'em! Especially the T120 💖

Hey Bob, Definitely looking forward to a Speed Twin R - if it becomes a reality. I'll 100% sell/trade in my big Kato Super Duke if it does!

Just got the T100 and I love it. I actually like the 5 speed. The low end torque is so much better than my old Ninja 400. And it’s such a comfortable ride and it just makes me smile and giggle. And I couldn’t ask for more.

That Street Twin Gold Line 😍

Love the Street Twin Goldline! Would love to add that to my garage to keep my Speed Triple and wife's 400 Ninja company. and I need a Bobber...and a Speedmaster...and a Scrambler...and a.....

Speed twin but Goldline looks fantastic cant wait to be out on the bike again

bought my first triumph bonneville brand knew in 1977, which was my 3rd road bike, it's been a while since Ive ridden a Triumph, but Ive never forgotten, and now Im thinking strongly about coming back. and leaning strongly to the Speed Master. but all of the Bonneville's have gotten my interest. I will make a trip to Tx which is the closest dealer and go from there. thanks

Such a beautiful line-up. Personally, I am eagerly waiting to own a Triumph Trident.

Still very happy with my 2016 T120 also because most of the weight saving tweaks I did already myself. But the new range is great!

Hopefully they will make speed tween rs and tfc this year. Maybe that's why will be announced last.

This was like waiting for the next update in the Harley Sportster lineup. Same bikes. New marketing spin. And I'm a fan of both lines. Just wish they would combine their classic bikes with more updated features like they did with the scramblers.

For me, it's between the T100 and Street Twin. I find the smaller engine has that buttery smooth sound and I prefer to have a bit extra fuel range (larger fuel tank would be nice, Triumph). I just want something relaxed that goes along without a fuss. Heck, I think I even prefer a more spaced-out 5-spd rather than a closer-ratio 6-spd, especially with these very wide powerband twins. Very nice bikes. (edit: cruise control would be so nice across the range)

I recon the new T120 is still the pick of the Bonni range. I was hoping to see a 6speed box on the T100 range. The bump in power and reduction in weight is grate. Now Royal Enfield is hot on Triumph hills but I recon if some wants a Triumph they will buy a Triumph. Now there is another dark horse in the class and that is the new V7 850cc with 65ph and 6speed box and a the electronic gadgets as the Triumph. Plus it has shaft drive which is even more low maintenance. With a bigger fuel tank and less weight it might be a very interesting alternative. Now a test with T100 and T120 and the new V7 850cc would be a grate idea and I know Tim will be very happy to help out with it.

Excellent video, I had to sell my Tiger Explorer 1200 too heavy for my knackered knee and had to get a knee replacement and was worried I drop the bike and knew I wouldn’t be able to pick it up , last week I got a StreetTwin jet black really chuffed and I ve got the buzz back again when I’m on the bike 👌🏻 But all Bonnevilles are beautiful bikes

ive a speed twin ... an absolute retro classic beauty ... ultimately triumph has something for everyone ...depending on their taste

I was hoping that there may have been some commentary on what I think was the 1959 Triumph 650 Bonny in the background, Rego No., 919 FAE. My first bike was a 1959 Thunderbird. Prior to a complete customization, it ran for well over 35000 miles without any major issues. Would love to see Triumph do a limited edition retro based on the 1959 Bonneville. Thanks for sharing, truly a very interesting review, Cheers...

Can’t wait for you to get the chance to take these out on the road 👍

The Thruxton RS is my personal preference. Had a trophy 500 when I was 16. 😃

Wow! The Bobber Black is what’s going to get me into their shop! I love, love this Bike!

I bought a T120 R Bonneville in 1970. It was a trouble free cycle for the 3 years I drove it. If I bought a new one in 2021, I’d go with the Speedmaster. I don’t like all of the black coating all over the bike. It never looks good, imho.

They are beautiful,when I saw it for the first time,I knew that it's perfect for me

Deleting the T120's centre stand and grab rail to count towards weight reduction is a bit cheeky 😅 T100 looks good without fork gaiters.

I remember seeing a video of Guy Martin trying to do the gold pin striping on the Scrambler he used to recreate The Great Escape jump on. Yes pin striping looked difficult to me, and sod doing the jump over the fence on the bike either !

aluminum rims means one small screw up changing tire and it will become dented useless.I already got dozens of marks gouges on my steel rims from dealer and I dont think dealers will have special equipment or you side of the road trying to install new tube.I rather have steel rims.Speedmaster is my fave

Street Twin Gold Edition love it....

By most accounts, the modern classic line continues to be plagued by fuelling issues linked to Euro 4 & 5 emissions restrictions. Some pople don't notice it while other riders sell their bikes beacuse of it. In fairness, most new bikes have the same problem and its most noticebale characteristic is a twitchy throttle, especially at low speeds and in low gears. Some describe it as having a throttle that acts more like an on/off swich as opposed to a smooth, linear delivery of power. Another thing to consider is that the days of installing a nice set of slips ons to enhance the sound of your bike are finished. All the modern classic bikes are heavily muted and slip ons really won't make a difference as most of the sound dampening is happening in the catalytic converter. And if you remove the catalytic, you end up throwing out the fuelling significantly resulting in a dimished ride that pops and backfires heavily on the overrun. Again, not Triumphs fault. But the state of Motorcycling is in a sad place right now.

Have a T120 love it great bike what style retro had a 125 when I was 16 got another now!

Speed Twin. Yes it needs an RS version for those who like adjustable suspension and maybe a bit more power, although I'm happy with the suspension and power on my one. Seat needs to fully cover the frame, and therefore a little more pillion room. Get rid of the blacked out section on the exhaust pipes. Make them all brushed stainless steel (nope I don't want to pay £700 for Vance & Hines) Lug on the kick stand needs a bit extra metal to put your foot on. (I've told Triumph that, when they asked me, it'll be interesting to see if they do.) Slightly bigger fuel tank, but I don't guess that will happen. A quick shifter option would be good !

Great job covering the missing Speed Twin update that many of us care about !

Hi Rob, I am revisiting this video because i went to the MCN show at the weekend and found myself hovering over the T120 on the Triumph stand, and, actually thinking about buying one! Can't think why it's suddenly become so appealing.

I'll take the underated one, the Speedmaster.

Great to see cruise control on the T120.

Still not making the Bonni I want. Up swept exhaust, dual gauges, dual front discs, no gators on the forks, alloy wheels, shocks from the Thruxton and with chrome fenders. Also the big chrome tank badge, rubber knee pads and two tone paint. This is the look I remember from the late 60's and 70's and a look I will buy if Triumph ever makes this one.

I'd like to see the street scrambler a bit taller than it currently is, just a tad lower than the 1200 XC.

Looking forward to a new Speed Twin

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Let’s hope on the scrambler event they address the suspension woes for the 1200. Really the only other things I could see besides euro 5, is maybe eliminating the need to stop to go into off road modes. And new color ways

just baught RE Meteor 350 and very soon T speed master sure..❤️

Part of the reason why the RE650 sells so well is the aluminium engine is there to be seen and not covered to paint. It looks all the more authentic

I have a 2006 Harley 883 custom but I like the SpeedMaster. like the seat.

Great vid Bob and excellent to see you working so closely with Triumph. Can't wait to see your coming Trident reviews 😃

Definitely the Bonneville 1200!! Love it!

My one issue with my 2018 T120 that I'm amazed they haven't changed, is the damn headlight. Have to have my brights on as soon as the sun starts to disappear. The light looks nice from the front, but it's nothing more than a daytime running light. I know I can change it, but that's beside the point.

I love the bobber but tank size always put me off before. So tempted now

Nice round up Bob. Saw a few reviews on my drop down but thought yours would be a good rounded view point and you seem to have a good rapport with Steve Sargeant. The price increases must be due to all the extra precious metal in the cats 😉

I love the T120 line but just a tad too small for a tall guy. The 1200cc motor is plenty strong but the overall length and feel was just okay. I ended up with an R18 Classic. 1802cc might be a bit much but the fit is right and it’s certainly as nice looking as the Bonneville.

Love the new street twin

The T120 black looks amazing

I currently have a 2018 street twin but I really do want a bobber in the cordovan red.

I love the Street Twin.

I have the 2018 Speedmaster....love the bike!

The Bobber is so beautiful

The Speed Twin talks to me.Thanks MotoBob!👍👍

I'm thinking of my first bike I like the fact I can put both feet on the ground and big seat for two

Like the Bobber but as a practical matter I would probably select the T-100.

Hi when might you have your hands on the new T100 to review, really looking forward to seeing/hearing about the improvements and if any, the cons. Cheers Gary

Only interested in the T100 and T120's. Nice upgrades and glad they didn't change the aesthetics, shame about the Black series though but understand the reasons. Overall, pleased with the improvements but would I buy another one?

Gotta be the Speedmaster for me, as Bobber is beautiful but not very practical or comfy

Thanks MB. Great job. Good info. Liked & subscribed.

Wow Street Twin Goldline!!!

Top vid. If you want to compare your ST, with the 2019 ST (mine) and the 2021, feel free to holla.

Love the speed master

This video es SO helpful!! Thank you!!

I hope they fixed the gear box issue.

Does this old boy's heart no end of good to see one of the "old firm" still kicking out wonderful, true to their history motorcycles !😎👍

If they resolved the scrappy gearbox issue I would definitely buy a Bonnie, if not then off to another company

For customisation this is the world s best as I have done research work on the net 👌👌👌👌👌👍👍👍👍👏👏👏💪💪💪

Street twin looks awesome 👍

I have a 2011 Bonnie SE. I just put some SWEET Bassani mufflers on it.

Would love to see an rs speed twin upgraded suspension and braking like on offer from thruxston rs