Why I Bought a New Triumph Street Twin 

Thank you! Each video is different, but I definitely have my own style. I'm working on the next video about my experience with motorcycles vs cattle guards.

Thank you! The Street Twin is an amazing bike. As of this date, if I had to choose just one bike from all that I have had (Triumph Street Twin, Honda Rebel 500, Kawasaki Vulcan S 650, Zero SR/S, Honda Rebel 1100 DCT, Honda Rebel 1100 Manual, KTM 390 Duke, and the little Honda Grom), I would take the Street Twin.

Thank you! And thank you for sharing about your Street Twin! It truly is an awesome bike. Have you noticed any negatives about it that you can share? The only negative I’ve noticed is the heat blowing off the engine past your legs. It hasn’t bothered any of us, but could bother some people. Have you noticed it?

@@mcSal Yes in summer I can feel the engine heat near my legs when I stop at a traffic light but it doesn't bother me and it's nice on cooler days. My biggest complain is the lack of a sixth gear, I find myself wanting to continue shifting past 5. As a result the bike is really confortable on the highway at speed up to 70mph but faster than that and the engine stars to run in the higher RPM range, which is fine to pass a few cars but not the best power setting for cruising. It can easily do 90+mph but it's happier at 70mph and under. Not a big complain and keeps me at reasonable speeds on the highway. Otherwise I love the retro look and the handling. The engine sound is perfectly tuned, enough to enjoy it without waking up the entire neighborhood. Overall a well thought out bike.

I love my bikes! Each is awesome for different reasons. I sold two bikes (Honda Rebel 1100 DCT and KTM 390 Duke), so I have an opening in the shop and would be open to another bike if it really grabbed me. I did a test ride on the new HD Nightster 975 cc, and it was Awesome! It put a smile on my face! I already have 6 bikes, so it would need to be really special to make me want a 7th bike.

Thank you! I just rode my Street Twin tonight for a night ride. What a fun bike! 👍🏼

That is awesome! It's a happy bike! Mine feels good on the freeway, and it jumps when I ask, so no probs. Aren't you happy you have it? And it's a pretty bike, too!

😁 I never would have considered the Street Twin until I test rode one. Wow! And you’re right… it sounds awesome with stock pipes!

@@mcSal In my case, I've been at an event in Interlagos circuit, here in Brazil, last june 24th. I've chosen 3 bikes to ride: Z900 (worst...), Street Triple 765 RS and KTM Duke 890 GP. Nowadays I own a 2015 (2017 here) Duke 390. As you see, I'm a bit radical. But... got a bonus ride on a Street Twin, and got shocked! Just like you, catched after rode it. Just crazy how funny the Street Twin was to ride. Just can't get it out of my mind since that...

@@antoniocarlosacsjr7128 Hahahaha! That’s how it was with me, too! I’ve looked at the Street Triple. How is it to ride? We have the KTM 390 Duke and it is a blast. How was the 890?

is it a 900 or 1200?@@mcSal

Be sure to let us all know what you think of it!

Thank you! It’s a great bike.

@@mcSal Would you please tell me what the Seat Hight is? Thank you Dear.

@@rickhill6277 30” / 760 mm. Tall and shorter riders enjoy riding it. Great to hear from you. Hope you’re not snowed in. I’m headed out for a ride right now in sunny California.

I love the Triumphs and Indians. The build quality is beautiful to see. The ST has a nice throaty rumble. My son has long legs and he enjoys riding the ST. The slightly sporty leg position makes it a great bike for many sizes of riders and legs. Good luck on your quest and ride safe!

You are absolutely correct in every way! After riding the Street Twin, I now notice that the Rebel 500 has to work much harder than the Street Twin at high speeds. The Street Twin is just having fun, while the Rebel 500 is working hard to maintain. The Street Twin is loaded with torque, which I love. Both bikes are very easy to ride. I’m working on a comparison video with the Rebel 500.

@@mcSal I would REALLY be interested in that video when it comes out. I would be down at the Triumph dealership this afternoon, but need to have a "heart to heart" talk with my wife first. "The blessing" to move forward is always important! Looks like I'll be cleaning bathrooms for the next year or two to convince her, but it'll be worth it! 😂

I have wondered how the Street Twin compares to the T100 and T120.

What's ur height

@@peacenong4040 5’4”

may I ask what sepatated the two in seating position

@@pettersaethre With the Street Twin the seat is lower and you're in a more fixed position. In the T100 the seat is higher and flatter, so you can slide forward or backward to get more comfortable. Hope that helps.

Congratulations!! You are going to absolutely LOVE it!! Start thinking about those mods. You'll see my mods to the Street Twin my next video. It shows before and after. Windshield, crash bars, engine guards, saddle bags (panniers). It's bound to make your wife happy to see you so happy.

Be sure to share your thoughts after that first ride. 😁

@@mcSal Well Sal, you are correct: "I absolutely love it"! The Rebel was a fun bike to learn and ride on, but the ST feels like a "Cadillac" ride. Very smooth, very easy to handle, and TONS of torque power! I will NEVER sell this bike! I added the bar-end mirrors and side tank (knee) pads. The bar-end mirrors are really nice. They give you a much better view, and also "open-up" the front of the bike for fewer distractions looking forward when riding. And the sound. Oh my gosh! That deep, British "rumble" sound is amazing. No need to consider after-market exhausts on this baby! The best thing I like about the ST is now to hit 50 mph I only need to shift once! On the Rebel, I was in 6th gear by the time I hit 50. This bike screams "quality" from head to toe!

@@jimsaddler942 YES, YES, YES!!! I Love my Street Twin, too!! The video cameras cannot fully capture the beautiful sound of the pipes on this bike. Great torque, great looking bike, super nimble, and yes, it screams quality! Just watch your legs against the hot motor. And learn to put your foot outward to find the kickstand. Lol. This bike is Huge in fun and character!

Did it help you make a decision?

Thank you! The Triumph Street Twin is already a favorite with everyone in my group, including 3 Harley riders. Be aware, there is heat blowing off the ST engine past your legs. It didn’t bother any of us, but I can see someone not liking that when at a standstill in hot weather. But the ST has tons of get up and go! And super nimble, which is also big with me. The Scrambler 1200 seat height is tall for me, so I did look at the Scrambler 900. The exhaust pipes are up high and against your leg, and I was warned about the heat from them, so passed on the Scramblers. The Street Triple R Low still interests me. I wish you luck on your search, and ride safe.

Thank you! It's a fun bike with a great sound.

Yes I can! It's on my list.

Thank you! It IS fantastic! You should try to test ride one. That’s what won me over.

Sounds like something worth check into. Thanks. I do love the bike.

It's a great bike!

It depends. Both are great bikes. Taller riders would feel better on the Street Twin, due to the smaller rider triangle (handlebars to seat to foot pegs) on the Rebel. The ST has a lot more power, torque, very nimble, loud pipes, is easy to ride, and is a super fun bike. It is a good one to grow into. The Rebel 500 is a solid bike for someone needing confidence or not overly aggressive. The Rebel is easy to ride, nimble (but not as much as the ST), not going to jump out from under you, very fuel efficient, known to be extremely reliable over time, much quieter than the ST, much cheaper than the ST, and it's just a good, solid bike. I enjoy them both, but I would select the ST over the Rebel 500 if it were me.

Thank you! I looked at the ST at 2 different dealerships, and they all had Vance & Hines pipes. One dealership was charging approx $1100 more for silencers on the Vance & Hines plus a TPMS package. Why would you put V&H, then silence that beautiful sound?

And, wow, you went with a Gold Line! They are pretty.

@@mcSal for those who dare to be different 😉 actually it was only $600 more than the standard Street Twin , I figured, why not ? It’s sure to uphold its value a little bit better down the road some day .

@@NorthwoodsNomad I am impressed with the Triumphs.

@@mcSal that’s great to hear ! I’m excited for this coming spring and summer to enjoy my new bike .

Thank you! It’s a great bike.

The only mod i have on mine!

I'll give you the good and the not so good. Yes, there are a couple of things that bother me. But... Would I buy it again? Absolutely.

Hi Here in the UK quite a few people are worried about build quality and the Royal Enfield Interceptor taking a chunk of their market. Others are dyed in the wool Triumph fans and challenge that. Getting owner views that are unbiased really helps. Love to know what your son makes of the Street Twin. I think he will love it.

@@denisg4288 Yes, he has already ridden it, and yes, he loved it! Spoiler alert: One of my friends just purchased a brand new Royal Enfield Interceptor 650, and we will get that comparison!!

@@mcSal s Shall I just save time and send you my shortlist 🤣😂🤔

@@denisg4288 Hahaha! Yes, what is your short list? I'm always interested.

Yes, if you hug the tank with your knees like a sports bike. If you were to test ride this bike for 5 minutes, you would notice the heat if you feel the engine with your hands. But, fortunately, the ST sits you upright so you can ride with legs more relaxed and shouldn't have any problems. We took it on a several hour ride recently up in the hills where it really got a workout, and it was Amazing! The rider was a Harley Softail rider (a friend of Harley Guy Mike), and he Loved riding the Street Twin, no complaints, just lots of praise.

@@mcSal Thanks I keep watching your video, and unfortunately have to wait a whole 2 weeks before this fantastic bike is available to purchase in Rome, Italy. I am so excited!I had a Mash 400cc for 2 years, but someone hit me on my bike a couple of weeks ago. I wasn't hurt fortunately but my poor bike is a right-off. I can't wait to get back in the saddle. Thanks for your reply. I really appreciate it

@@carolblay Watch my latest video. It’s a comparison of the ST with the Rebel 500, but talks about pretty much everything about the ST, along with close-up pictures. Ride safe, and hopefully no more accidents. Bikes are expendable, if necessary, but there’s only one you.

@@carolblay I just finished another really nice ride on the ST. It definitely has hot exhaust blowing past your legs. I didn’t notice it when moving, but definitely noticed it at a standstill. It’s a sunny 77 degrees out. You will absolutely notice warm exhaust blowing past your legs in warm climates when stopped. I love the bike and don’t mind the exhaust blowing past, but others will not like it. It’s up to you to decide.

Did you get your ST yet?

We all love this bike, too!

Thank you!

Welcome from California

I looked at the Moto Guzzi's, but those big motors hanging out the side didn't have a lot of appeal. But... Give me some time and maybe we can get it tested.

@@mcSal hey those big motors are the big plus in my view... The 2021 version has many major improvements in handling, power and chassis. If you like Harley you should appreciate Guzzi aswell

No, but I should! The Street Twin is an awesome bike, and I love all the accessories on it.

Totally agree! I hope you get one! Or… check out the 2022 Indian Chief Dark Horse! It’s an Amazing bike!!! Costs a lot more than the Street Twin, though. The Street Twin has a lot of get up and go, rides great, sounds great, and seems to have fans everywhere it goes.

@@mcSal ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-RRkMpq5AFP4.html 😝

@@mcSal I wrote the music too 🇺🇸

The only difference in waiting was the new GoldLine option, which is a pretty option, but more expensive. The Ironstone color has lots of appeal for me. The Trident looks great. So does the Street Triple R Low. Triumph has some cool bikes! I’m 5’4”, so watch the seat height along with the weight. Those 2 bikes fit the bill and are definitely on my radar. I actually went an hour away to test ride the Speedmaster and Tiger 900 Low. The closer dealer did not have a Tiger Low. Test rode the Speedmaster, and it is Not a nimble bike. The Tiger, when I sat on it, felt like a 3 story tall building where I had to look up to see the display. It was huge! And I felt tiny on it. The salesman suggested I test ride the Street Twin, and I loved the eager, nimble ride. Couldn’t get it out of my mind after that ride. And the pipes sound great!

@@mcSal All is well that ends well ! Even though I was eyeing a Street Twin, it was out of my budget at 15K USD here in India ! I finally settled for a Vulcan S which itself cost me 10K USD (in 2019) and there’re no regrets !

@@sathishrao7926 Wow, that’s expensive! Congrats on your bike! The Vulcan S has a lot of power and is nimble on corners. Great bike! 👍

@@mcSal Thanks ! I bought it in 2019 though !

Hahaha! Test ride it and tell me what you think. It will sell itself.

I love the Street Twin! It has great sounding pipes, great seat for one or two, and is very nimble and easy to handle. It ranks high on the Fun Factor. Don’t know much about the MotoGuzzi, but can’t even think it would be as nimble or have the same fun factor. Still, it’s good to test ride both and see what grabs you.

Or… buy a Corbin seat or similar for the Rebel 500. But the Street Twin comes ready to go for a passenger, and has lots of get up and go.

@@mcSal Many thanks for your answers. I will go and testride the Triumph and the Motoguzzi and see what's the difference. Another seat for the Rebel is also an idea, but I cannot find a seat that is comfy and does not look bad. My favorite for now is the Street Twin.

@@ThereIsProbablyNoGod I rode both the Street Twin and the Rebel 500 tonight each 50 miles, and thought of you as I rode them. The Rebel 500 was really never designed for a passenger, although you know you can make do, if needed. It’s too soft in the suspension for two people, doesn’t have enough power to move quickly with two on board, and the Honda passenger seat is minimal as you know. The Street Twin (900 cc) is almost double the cc’s, has 20 more horsepower @ 65 hp, and a very comfy long seat. It will be interesting to hear what you think of the MotoGuzzi.

@@mcSal I took a passenger with my Rebel once. It was my 23yr old daughter whos weight is somewhere around 45kg. I did not really feel any difference to riding alone, except I heard her comments about the lack of comfort over the intercomm. So I will not even think about taking my wife with me. I just watched some more videos about the Street Twin and I think it is my favorite. I will try to testride the Triumph and the Motoguzzi next week. What speaks for the Guzzi is the cardan shaft and the 21l fuel tank. And the cool looks of the V-motor. And it should have a very comfy seat. It also should be very nimble. There are many things that speak for the Triumph though. What I also have to take into account is the dealership. Ther nearest (25km) Motoguzzi dealer is the same where I bring the Rebel for service. He has Honda and Motoguzzi. The nearest Triumph dealer is about double the way, but the dealer, where I bought my Rebel has also Triumph, but he is about 180km away. So many things to consider. Not an easy task to find the right bike. I do not have the space for more than 2 bikes and my second bike at the moment is a Husqvarna 401 for my son. If I had a garage like you, I would probably have some more bikes. Considering that, it is better, I do not have that much space.😉

Yes, it is a stock seat. At 5’4”, I can’t flat foot the Street Twin, but come close enough. It feels light when on it and a joy to ride. The taller guys like riding it too, because of the slightly rearward pegs. If you can get your tippy toes down, that’s good enough. 👍🏼

hello, one question, when you remove the gas cap, does it come all the way off or it is set up like the rebel 500? I like the way the rebel is set up. For the Triumph Street twin 2019 model, the gas cap comes out… I don’t know if I would like that; I wouldn’t know where to put the cap tbh

Thank you!

Sounds good! It's a great bike!

Definitely a worthy bike to have! What do you like most about yours?

@@mcSal It just puts a great big smile on my face. It’s a pleasure to ride round town, on country roads or on the highway.

I loved the look of the Speedmaster and really thought it would be my next bike. When I rode it, the clutch and front brake were a long way for my fingers to reach, but that could have been adjusted. The biggest issue was turns. I like bikes that love leaning into turns and curves. The Speedmaster likes going straight far more than making turns. I felt like I had to fight it into turns. When I mentioned it to the salesperson, he agreed and said the Speedmaster was best on long, straighter rides. But the Street Twin is amazing on turns/curves! Anybody riding it here loves its performance. I like to put windshields and saddlebags on my bikes, so I pretty much turned the Street Twin into a sporty cruiser. How do you like your Kawi W650?

@@mcSal Ah okay, so was it lika a force thing, that the bike was hard / heavy to lay down, or the lean angle? I love to take the W650 out on twisty forrest roads, and love the classic 50's - 60's look and the sound. But it's not the most comfortable bike for longer rides.

I did not try the Trident, but the Street Triple and the Speed Twin still intrigue me. Which Triumph is your favorite?

@@mcSal Last test ride was 3-4 years ago and at that time it was the Speed Triple because of the ultra smooth throttle.

@@mcSal PS I also like the trial tiger 800 X C because of the super smooth throttle.

@@dry509 Triumph has a lot of great bikes! 👍🏼

I love riding the Street Twin! After riding other bikes, when I hop onto the Street Twin, I quickly am reminded just how nimble it is, very flickable, and how much it loves to lean into the turns. The bike is too tall to flat foot, but the balls of my feet are down and that's all I need. I'm 5'4" tall, 128 pounds on any given day. Ninja is 5' 1 1/2" tall and loves the bike. Mike is 5'10" tall and loves the bike. The long comfortable seat makes it easy for all sizes of people. If you have long legs, you naturally scoot back more on the seat where it feels right, so it is very comfortable for all sizes.

@@mcSal Thank you for your feedback

Thank you so much!!

I’m 5’4”, and my jeans have a 30” inseam.

@@mcSal Thank you Sal.

Yes, I believe it would be a great first bike for you, assuming you are good with slightly-rear pegs. The Street Twin fits riders of all sizes because of it's seat height and the slightly-rear sporty pegs. The Street Twin can be put on Rain mode until you are comfortable with the power. It is very easy to shift, very easy to maneuver, and very easy to ride. It is definitely a bike you can keep and not have to upgrade in 6 months. I hope this helps. The MSF course is great! Good luck to you, and safe and happy riding!

I'm 5'4". The Street Twin seats pretty much any size person well, without anyone feeling cramped.

You couldn't ride for pleasure previously??? Was this from Covid? A friend recently purchased a Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 and says it's a good, solid bike. We'll meet up for a comparison video at some point. After getting and loving this Triumph Street Twin, I'm very interested in other Triumphs! Thank you for your comment!

My out the door price for the 2021 Honda Rebel 1100 DCT was 11,278.17. That includes sale price, sales tax (varies by county), vehicle registration, and document fee.

Agreed!

I bought both Rebel 1100’s - the DCT and the Manual version. They absolutely don’t sound anywhere near as good as the Triumph Street Twin.

@@mcSal Thanks for the comment. What made you buy two of them?

@@ilikelampshades6 Well, I bought the DCT first and didn’t like it. So… went in search of the Manual version and like that one.

Yes, it has a gear indicator.

@@mcSal lovely thank you. ❤️👍👍😷

I'm guessing the Street Twin would absolutely handle both. It's got a lot of get up and go. I asked the salesman about the difference in ride between the Speed Twin and Street Twin. He said they ride the same, but the Speed Twin just has more power and a 6th gear. The Street Twin has plenty of power. Which one did you get?

I also bought the Rebel 1100 Manual and love it.

My friend bought a new Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 and let me test ride it. The RE looks a lot like the Triumph Street Twin, but definitely does not have anywhere near the same power or performance. The RE reminded me a lot of my Rebel 500 in performance, but was top heavy at a standstill (weird), and can accommodate a much larger person than the Rebel 500.

Thank you for the clarification!

Like a Yamaha MT -07 also.

@Jonathan Vogel Thank you! I looked up the V&H, and you are absolutely right!! The dealership got me with that. But it's such a great sound as is.

@@mcSal Triumph have been clever with "tuning" the sound . They must have an acoustic engineer working for them :-)

No. I put the correction in the video description. Two different dealerships told me it was Vance & Hines, but it’s not. However, it is an excellent sounding exhaust!

Surprise! I am! It’s been on order for months, and arrived yesterday. They’re closed Sunday & Monday, so... I get it Tuesday!!

Absolutely awesome. That is a real nice surprise. Will look forward to your vids of that.

I think it would be a bike you can start with, understanding it has a lot of get up and go so stay easy on the throttle. It’s not a bike you will outgrow anytime soon. It will also entertain advanced riders because of its responsiveness and how nimble it is. And any size rider can find it comfortable. If you can go easy on the throttle, it could work well as a beginner bike that you can continue to enjoy as your skills increase.

5’4”

😂🤣 I haven’t seen the Honda 750 so just looked it up. It is a bit different looking. How does it compare to the Street Twin’s performance and power? Very entertaining story! I’m still laughing. Thank you!

@@mcSal The Honda is very similar in engine response to the Triumph. Not quite as much "Oomph" but close and still plenty enough for my uses. The big selling point is that it does 80mpg and petrol prices in the UK can mean that economy makes a difference. Nowhere near the "style" of the Triumph though and, perhaps surprisingly, the fit and finish isn't quite as good on the Honda. At the end of the day, the Honda is practical and sensible but, much though I hate to admit it, if I was going to a biker gathering, I'd be on the Triumph. Vanity is a strange mistress. I also own a MV Agusta Brutale if I want to go mad and in a completely pointless attempt at feeling 21 again. Unfortunately, half an hour later it just goes to show me I'm very much not. Enjoy your lovely weather and wide open spaces. I'm not jealous... Honest.

@@CosmikDebriis Omg, you write in such a fun and enjoyable manner! Full of good info. Thank you!

You’re the winner!

Yay yay. Its about time i won something. Ha ha

5'4"

If you want a little more performance without giving up comfort and friendly ergonomics check out the 1200cc Speed Twin. It's quite low and small physically. Surprisingly, it feels smaller than the 660 Trident, at least when just sitting on it.

@@surferdude642 The Speed Twin still interests me, but I passed on it because it has a more aggressive sitting position with foot pegs more in the rear. But it seems like a great bike.

I pick up my new Rebel 1100 DCT on Tuesday!! The dealer said the DCT’s shipped first before the manuals. Yay!

@@mcSal oh woooow you did ? I'm waiting for a 5h review/pov cruising😆😍👌

@@Voltomess I ordered it months ago. Just been waiting and waiting.

Guess what? I got the Rebel 1100 DCT, and picking up the Rebel 1100 Manual transmission on 4/13 from out of state. I'll be doing some comparisons!

@@mcSal OMG I'm so excited DCT and then a manual?? woooaahhh you pamper me and I feel so special because you let me know what's coming ahead of time 😍 🌷🌷Thank you🌷🌷

That sounds like a great offer! Thank you! That would be fun. I always keep multiple bikes around in case anyone wants to go for a ride. So if one of those motoVloggers is in the area, I'm game and they can pick their ride.

You SOUND Like Me.! That is why I keep spare Bikes around too.! I tell my MotoFriends from around the world I will have a Motorcycle waiting for them when they get off the Plane of they come visit my city, here in Canada. However, darn Covid got in the way & closed our shared Border.

@@AngelFaceMotoRider Covid will disappear at some point and some one will take you up on it, because it's a wonderful offer! The bikes are just pure fun with a very high happy factor.

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@@AngelFaceMotoRider Wow, do you know them all? I’ll check out all of the channels. Thank you!

You're right. They both do have their own sound and character. But, when you compare the Triumph to the Japanese bikes (Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki, Suzuki) vs Harley Davidson bikes, which one does it best align with? Answer..... Harley! That's because the Triumph has a much meatier sound than the Japanese bikes (the HD's have an even meatier sound), and the Triumph definitely has it's own distinct character (as do the HD's). The HD's are in a league of their own when it comes to sound, but I was just saying the Triumph is more like a Harley in sound and character than it is to a Japanese type bike. Would you agree with that?

@@mcSal absolutely...! But the point is Neither does it sound like a Harley V-twin not the Japanese... It just Triumph 😉 has that sweet 270° firing angle ! But doesn't give a big big feel... Triumph should manufacture lil big Beefier motorcycles..! Just some personal opinion...! Different people different thoughts ! 👍 Doing a good work ...All the best 👍

@@TheAbhinav1001 If Triumph did make a bigger, beefier cruiser, I bet it would be popular! It would take market shares away from the HD's, Indians and even the Goldwing. Thank you! Ride safe.

@@mcSal Thank u...U too ride safe... I was telling about making slightly bigger than now and smaller than the Harley like bigger 😉