I clicked LIKE as soon as you said, "I remember it was like yesterday because it was yesterday." 🤣 My dealer showed me a Stealth-Red Speedtwin 1200 the other day, and I can't stop thinking about it. I'm downsizing from my Indian Springfield, which replaced my N1K.
Cracking video funny too these speed twins are fast enough for anyone the torque and sound are addictive handles very good too I've just swapped a 19 plate for a new one so it's running in time for me 👍🇬🇧🇬🇧
I have a 2020 Speed Twin and it has two personalities. It's light and deceivingly docile below 3,500 rpm, but a hard twist of the throttle and you're supersonic in a heartbeat. Walk softly and carry a big stick. I ride mostly on the freeways in California and it's a bit buzzy at those speeds, would be a dream if the engine were rubber mounted.
It must be my perception, I jumped off a 38yo bike onto this one, and the acceleration is definately there, I just don't feel it that much cause it's brand new and handles so well. If that makes sense ..
I have a 2020 Speed Twin 1200. Great bike. Love the sound, low down power and torque. Looks good. A nice job on the styling, finish and detail. Best of all it's fun to ride.😊
Well that was different! I’m thinking of buying a Speed Twin so I’ve watched loads of reviews and most of them are very boring, then I stumbled across yours, thank you. I’d also like to say thanks for daring to say something about those totally impractical dials when most other reviewers are drooling over them. They are the one thing that might make me buy a different bike. So dude, keep on reviewing.
Really enjoyed that, great to have a bit of humour in a review, I’ve got a Thruxton 1200 (same engine) and agree these are great bikes, terrific torque, great build quality and handling, in fact your location only goes to confirm how much grip the have, any bike that can stay glued to the road whilst virtually upside down has fantastic road holding 👍
Just got one of these.... I know that is not that elegant.. but try a knee grip... Improoved so much my confidence in riding this bike.. unbelivable!.. As its have a massive engine breaking and has slick/smooth gas tank... was the second mod that I made
I just rode one for the first time yesterday as part of a demo day and I think I'm in love. I wasn't even really interested in it at first but decided to have a go while I waited for a different bike to return. Now I might have to buy one.
I recon they are quite good. Mines going in for the 16K service tomorrow. My only issue is the pulsating front brakes, doing a warranty claim on it at the same time. I'll do a review in a couple of weeks time, I'll include the brakes and how it went, enjoy whichever way you go mate
Love the humour. I’m currently talking to a dealer about trading my BMW 1250 on a Speed Twin as the BMW is just too big and heavy for me. Now 64. I grew up in Atherton and leant to ride on the Kuranda and Gillies ranges but now live on the NSW Central Coast. Looking forward to more videos from you!
Thanks mate, Mossman MT Molloy Rd is the best one here at the moment. Not that much traffic;-) The ST1200 is a very manageable bike. I was thinking I'm not getting any younger, hence the machine
@@LindsayvanMierlo now there’s a blast from the past. I’ve got a million questions but will start with two; how are you and are you still living in Yungaburra?
I had the exact same GSX1100 when I lived in Aus. Fantastic bike. Regret selling it. Anyway, I just rode my speed twin 1200 from Hamilton Ontario to Nova Scotia on the east coats of Canada. Got in yesterday. A nice 1600 km ride and the speed twin never missed a beat. Its light, so you get pushed around by wind a fair bit, but I made it. Loved the ride. Also have a 2017 Moto Guzzi Griso which my buddy rode with me (we were bringing my bikes to my new home) and we swapped back and forth over the 4 day trip. Great fun. And both bikes are awesome. Very different, but fun.
Wow, that's farking amazing man! If I could get my old gsx back.... Hahahaha I suspect the ST would perform slightly better than the grisso just because of the cooling...
Yeah I'm back in Canada so cooling isn't really an issue, as you can imagine. Only get a few weeks of real heat here. But surprisingly enough I feel the heat on my legs more on the triumph than I do on the guzzi. Guzzi is actually quite cool.
Thank you for making this video! I own a Street Twin 900 with a large singe speedometer. Tho the Speed Twin dubble clocks look more premium, they are indeed hard to read. My original rear shocks look slightly different but are also of poor quality. I am 83kg and have set them on max pre-load. Also considering new resevoir style shocks from YSS, that should improve the riding experience for just €300. I love all versions of the Bonneville chassis Triumph build for the last 10 years, the Street Twin 1200 is my favorite.
Lovely bike. Watch out for those small rocks that make the "bicycle spoke" pinging sound - they can also bounce up of the front of the engine and get caught in the back of the radiator, where they lodge and work their way in.
100% agree, the power is definitely enough and the size of the bike is just right, not to mention the brakes and handling. I am thinking of upgrading the rear suspension though...
Hi from Czech Republic. I love the bike already. I have street scrambler 900, grey, call him Gandalf, love it. It is hard to let him go..., but I love the looks of speed twin 1200, stealth... I am afraid of the riding position a bit comparing to the scrambler, but I guess I will not resist and do the move.
I changed my name to Triumph King after getting a Bonneville earlier in the year. My family thinks I'm crazy. Nice bike. I'd love to have the more powerful engine just wish it was air cooled.
Fun review...like the style of your vid. Love my Speed Twin, too. Thanks for the content....enjoy the new bike! FWIW you may like the Arton Works dial faces. Like many others I found the factory ones a little busy for my taste. Easy and pretty inexpensive mod to improve those dials a bit.
Griso's are hard to find. Apart from when they were brand new. They normally get bought pretty quickly. I have been tempted to sell mine, but keep changing my mind. Congrats on your new purchase. I would update the shocks, I will bet it will transform the handling of the bike quite noticably.
I saw one here in Cairns, I was surprised as to how 'small' it was, nice bikes As for the shocks, I'll have to find a way to get that past the gatekeeper;-) Grizzo on!
I'm in Canada and you can find the griso's here with almost always very low mileage. I bought a 2017 red one last year with 9,000 km on it. Never saw one with more than 20,000km on it. Doesn't help you in Aus though. lol
Great video you made me laugh, i have a speed twin 1200 and they do run hot all the triumphs do no problem, i'm just about to fit a TTS supercharger on mine from the UK, it really doesn't need it but i can't help myself.😆
Picked up a brand new a week ago, I'm going through the run in blues as well, just as it starts to get fun, its time to change up. She's been named Stacey's Mom for obvious reasons.
I'm just about to turn 70 and have had my Black 2020 Speed Twin for a few years now after owning an assortment of Bikes like we all do. The Speedy is a real Goldilocks Bike....just right in all departments. Being on the Sunshine Coast I'm in a Vest and T Shirt in the cooler months and T Shirt and Boardies for summer, my theory being that if I'm riding in T Shirt and Boardies I'm not going to do anything (too) stupid. I often think about buying a Scooter (Noosa thing) but then realise that my Speed Twin is actually lighter than most mid size Scooters and is considerably more fun and with After Market Pipes is the bomb as is said on the street. Such a great Bike! I was pulled up by the Fuzz (I'm ex) a little while ago and Booze & Drug Tested and quizzed who "I ride with" (I was wearing the obligatory black)....it made my day!!
@@aussiewantok I did once get stopped by a traffic car cos the cop just wanted to look at my bike (it’s a replica of a 1960’s Honda racer so it’s unusual), turns out he’d got a ZX10 and was into bikes, but yes more often than not cops seem to have a grudge against bikers.
A new motorbike is a great way to try to recapture your youth. It wont work, but i'm sure its fun to try. ..... STILL HERE ! I'm looking at Bonnievilles and SpeedTwins.... but havent rode one yet. Have to sell a current bike first.
Yeah bud, your take on it was spot on.. been thinkin of this beast few months now think I might bite the bullet too . I'm from Tsvl bud, you up NQ way , looks Cairns country yeah? Tops review mate cheers...
I really love my 1200 Speed Twin ! it's the best bike I ever had and I had many!Unfortunately,I miss the many corners here in The Netherlands,every road here is straight and less corners to get 100 % out of the Speed Twin maybe a move to Australia?😂
Fuuuuck. I’m not even 40 and that opening line hit hard - that’s exactly why I’m back into riding right now 😂 life is lonely and rough right now , so I just want to be out exploring and riding in my downtime. Okay … now I’ll watch the full video!
Wantok? - what connection do you have with PNG? I'm dreaming of what bike to get when we eventually return to Aus (from PNG) and this is high on my list.
Not at all, but I have been told by the dealer not to hold it in first gear at the traffic lights? The fan switching on was annoying at first though... Ride well
@@aussiewantok already did with the Thruxton Ohlins, feels so much better, more comfort, better handling and control. I have it set to be balance with the front
The thruxton is a bit more aggressive than the speed twin In terms of riding position and performance. So if comfort is what you’re looking for then you made the right choice.
Enjoyed your review. Im 61 and thinking of selling my yamaha xjr1300 for the speed twin but next year ( need to save) - reasons has the beautiful retro naked look + the power but much lighter + relaxed riding position + great suite of safety features - Brembo brakes + rider modes ( my Yamaha has no ABS ) - as i have ridden mostly non-ABS bikes and survived after many years of riding - does it truly make you feel safer?
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I clicked LIKE as soon as you said, "I remember it was like yesterday because it was yesterday." 🤣 My dealer showed me a Stealth-Red Speedtwin 1200 the other day, and I can't stop thinking about it. I'm downsizing from my Indian Springfield, which replaced my N1K.
Cracking video funny too these speed twins are fast enough for anyone the torque and sound are addictive handles very good too I've just swapped a 19 plate for a new one so it's running in time for me 👍🇬🇧🇬🇧
I have a 2020 Speed Twin and it has two personalities. It's light and deceivingly docile below 3,500 rpm, but a hard twist of the throttle and you're supersonic in a heartbeat. Walk softly and carry a big stick. I ride mostly on the freeways in California and it's a bit buzzy at those speeds, would be a dream if the engine were rubber mounted.
It must be my perception, I jumped off a 38yo bike onto this one, and the acceleration is definately there, I just don't feel it that much cause it's brand new and handles so well. If that makes sense ..
I have a 2020 Speed Twin 1200. Great bike. Love the sound, low down power and torque. Looks good. A nice job on the styling, finish and detail. Best of all it's fun to ride.😊
No we ain't there, although definitely back ere in Devon, England and your review is very much appreciated 👍.
I moved the shift lever up one notch and that stopped the missed shifts. This bike is super stable at 100 mph!!
mine is fine, it me literally being too gentle when shifting ...
Well that was different! I’m thinking of buying a Speed Twin so I’ve watched loads of reviews and most of them are very boring, then I stumbled across yours, thank you. I’d also like to say thanks for daring to say something about those totally impractical dials when most other reviewers are drooling over them. They are the one thing that might make me buy a different bike. So dude, keep on reviewing.
Aussie wanker is alright, I like his style
Really enjoyed that, great to have a bit of humour in a review, I’ve got a Thruxton 1200 (same engine) and agree these are great bikes, terrific torque, great build quality and handling, in fact your location only goes to confirm how much grip the have, any bike that can stay glued to the road whilst virtually upside down has fantastic road holding 👍
You are correct, all my ex-convict friends are really happy we can ride practically upsidedown 😁
Just got one of these....
I know that is not that elegant.. but try a knee grip... Improoved so much my confidence in riding this bike.. unbelivable!.. As its have a massive engine breaking and has slick/smooth gas tank... was the second mod that I made
I have not thought about getting them...I guess now I will ;-)
Not boring at all. I think the twin is awesome.
Liked your review and comment about how the wind takes pressure off the arms so riders can enjoy the slightly forward ride position.
I just rode one for the first time yesterday as part of a demo day and I think I'm in love. I wasn't even really interested in it at first but decided to have a go while I waited for a different bike to return. Now I might have to buy one.
I recon they are quite good. Mines going in for the 16K service tomorrow. My only issue is the pulsating front brakes, doing a warranty claim on it at the same time. I'll do a review in a couple of weeks time, I'll include the brakes and how it went, enjoy whichever way you go mate
@@aussiewantok Nice - thanks for the awesome content :)
Love the humour. I’m currently talking to a dealer about trading my BMW 1250 on a Speed Twin as the BMW is just too big and heavy for me. Now 64. I grew up in Atherton and leant to ride on the Kuranda and Gillies ranges but now live on the NSW Central Coast. Looking forward to more videos from you!
Thanks mate, Mossman MT Molloy Rd is the best one here at the moment. Not that much traffic;-)
The ST1200 is a very manageable bike. I was thinking I'm not getting any younger, hence the machine
Good to see you are still going Bruce
@@LindsayvanMierlo now there’s a blast from the past. I’ve got a million questions but will start with two; how are you and are you still living in Yungaburra?
@@bruceleong9534 Yep still going , back in Yungaburra still riding ducati's (2005 1000ss), hoping to catch with houghy in august
I had the exact same GSX1100 when I lived in Aus. Fantastic bike. Regret selling it. Anyway, I just rode my speed twin 1200 from Hamilton Ontario to Nova Scotia on the east coats of Canada. Got in yesterday. A nice 1600 km ride and the speed twin never missed a beat. Its light, so you get pushed around by wind a fair bit, but I made it. Loved the ride. Also have a 2017 Moto Guzzi Griso which my buddy rode with me (we were bringing my bikes to my new home) and we swapped back and forth over the 4 day trip. Great fun. And both bikes are awesome. Very different, but fun.
Wow, that's farking amazing man! If I could get my old gsx back.... Hahahaha
I suspect the ST would perform slightly better than the grisso just because of the cooling...
Yeah I'm back in Canada so cooling isn't really an issue, as you can imagine. Only get a few weeks of real heat here. But surprisingly enough I feel the heat on my legs more on the triumph than I do on the guzzi. Guzzi is actually quite cool.
@@Jack908r Guzzis are cool in more than one way, my next toy is a Le Mans, if it's the last thing I do ;-)
Congratulations on the new bike , it's awesome ! Have fun and keep the shiny side up.
Thanks Mr R
Thank you for making this video!
I own a Street Twin 900 with a large singe speedometer. Tho the Speed Twin dubble clocks look more premium, they are indeed hard to read.
My original rear shocks look slightly different but are also of poor quality. I am 83kg and have set them on max pre-load.
Also considering new resevoir style shocks from YSS, that should improve the riding experience for just €300.
I love all versions of the Bonneville chassis Triumph build for the last 10 years, the Street Twin 1200 is my favorite.
I'm picking my up today after it's 1st yr service. I tried doing a warranty claim on the pulsating brakes...the dealer doesn't want to play
Had many bikes. Wasn't one that didn't benefit from new rear shocks.
@@scottjohnston664 I will take that on board, I've never changed the shocks on any of my bikes, tnx
Lovely bike. Watch out for those small rocks that make the "bicycle spoke" pinging sound - they can also bounce up of the front of the engine and get caught in the back of the radiator, where they lodge and work their way in.
The thing I love most about mine is using the torque to power out of the corners, the bike has a sensible amount of power for normal road use.
100% agree, the power is definitely enough and the size of the bike is just right, not to mention the brakes and handling. I am thinking of upgrading the rear suspension though...
Hi from Czech Republic. I love the bike already. I have street scrambler 900, grey, call him Gandalf, love it. It is hard to let him go..., but I love the looks of speed twin 1200, stealth... I am afraid of the riding position a bit comparing to the scrambler, but I guess I will not resist and do the move.
..and definately more power. One of my first bike experiences as a kid was on a Jawa, hahaha
I changed my name to Triumph King after getting a Bonneville earlier in the year. My family thinks I'm crazy. Nice bike. I'd love to have the more powerful engine just wish it was air cooled.
Cracking video! Can’t believe TH-cam searches on speed twin 1200 have taken several weeks to get to you……..love your chat and humour bud.
Tnx for dropping by mate
Fun review...like the style of your vid. Love my Speed Twin, too. Thanks for the content....enjoy the new bike! FWIW you may like the Arton Works dial faces. Like many others I found the factory ones a little busy for my taste. Easy and pretty inexpensive mod to improve those dials a bit.
Just looked up Arton, tempting.....very tempting
Griso's are hard to find. Apart from when they were brand new. They normally get bought pretty quickly. I have been tempted to sell mine, but keep changing my mind.
Congrats on your new purchase.
I would update the shocks, I will bet it will transform the handling of the bike quite noticably.
I saw one here in Cairns, I was surprised as to how 'small' it was, nice bikes
As for the shocks, I'll have to find a way to get that past the gatekeeper;-)
Grizzo on!
I'm in Canada and you can find the griso's here with almost always very low mileage. I bought a 2017 red one last year with 9,000 km on it. Never saw one with more than 20,000km on it. Doesn't help you in Aus though. lol
True, true. I've seen only one in real life, and was surprised how 'small' it was ;-)
Funny down to earth review. Thanks!
The ST 1200 is a great motorcycle, great sound with stock exhaust.
Agreed
Great video, enjoyed your sense of humour! Cheers from California!
Tnx man
You're hilarious! Quite an entertaining and informative video. Thanks, mate!
Great review mate, made me smile. You got it bang on at 8:48......British, not European.
Tnx,.Japanese not Asian ? ;-)
Great video you made me laugh, i have a speed twin 1200 and they do run hot all the triumphs do no problem, i'm just about to fit a TTS supercharger on mine from the UK, it really doesn't need it but i can't help myself.😆
Hi there mate great video I’m 5:7 inches tall and thinking of using handlebars up and back risers a more relaxed position
Thanks for the insight. I think thats a beautiful choice of bike. Im not biased at all.
Neither am I, hahaha
Got my first speeding fine last week, I guess the kids will be eating dry bread for a while ..
Picked up a brand new a week ago, I'm going through the run in blues as well, just as it starts to get fun, its time to change up. She's been named Stacey's Mom for obvious reasons.
Nice one, enjoy
I'm just about to turn 70 and have had my Black 2020 Speed Twin for a few years now after owning an assortment of Bikes like we all do. The Speedy is a real Goldilocks Bike....just right in all departments. Being on the Sunshine Coast I'm in a Vest and T Shirt in the cooler months and T Shirt and Boardies for summer, my theory being that if I'm riding in T Shirt and Boardies I'm not going to do anything (too) stupid.
I often think about buying a Scooter (Noosa thing) but then realise that my Speed Twin is actually lighter than most mid size Scooters and is considerably more fun and with After Market Pipes is the bomb as is said on the street.
Such a great Bike!
I was pulled up by the Fuzz (I'm ex) a little while ago and Booze & Drug Tested and quizzed who "I ride with" (I was wearing the obligatory black)....it made my day!!
That's gold. Who do you ride with? Hahaha
Few things more painful than being pulled up by the fuzz!
@@1234567marks I've never been pulled over and rewarded for safe driving/riding . Maybe they should trail a "more carrots, less stick" policy...
@@aussiewantok I did once get stopped by a traffic car cos the cop just wanted to look at my bike (it’s a replica of a 1960’s Honda racer so it’s unusual), turns out he’d got a ZX10 and was into bikes, but yes more often than not cops seem to have a grudge against bikers.
T shirt & boardies, ok, but there's always the other guy who is probably more a factor for disasster than you. good luck...
A new motorbike is a great way to try to recapture your youth. It wont work, but i'm sure its fun to try.
..... STILL HERE !
I'm looking at Bonnievilles and SpeedTwins.... but havent rode one yet.
Have to sell a current bike first.
Awesome! Brought me to tears, mate!
Yeah bud, your take on it was spot on.. been thinkin of this beast few months now think I might bite the bullet too . I'm from Tsvl bud, you up NQ way , looks Cairns country yeah? Tops review mate cheers...
@@paulcrocker7347 yes bro, Cairns, great bike, great town ;-)
Excellent review, informative and fun !
Thank you, Sir
Good one , Nic. I didn't get a notification for your vid. I found it now. Yes, still here😅. Ypu did well, mate. Cheers
Hahaha, yr cup is in there at the end
@@aussiewantok Yep, saw that. Thanks for the shout out by cup, even a brief one. 😁Cheers
Didn't always get on with my old Dad - we certainly had our disagreements - But at least he didn't need locking up..
Cairns hey? Lotsa nice riding if u can dodge the coppers. Good review.
@@scottjohnston664 yes, Cairns, I got done within 2 weeks of buying the bike. Nothing since, hopefully it will stay like that 🙏
I really love my 1200 Speed Twin ! it's the best bike I ever had and I had many!Unfortunately,I miss the many corners here in The Netherlands,every road here is straight and less corners to get 100 % out of the Speed Twin maybe a move to Australia?😂
I think Austria might be closer? Anyways, always welcome in Oz ;-)
Fuuuuck. I’m not even 40 and that opening line hit hard - that’s exactly why I’m back into riding right now 😂 life is lonely and rough right now , so I just want to be out exploring and riding in my downtime. Okay … now I’ll watch the full video!
No, wait till yr 56yo, than you'll feel it, hahaha
@@aussiewantok😂 😭
Wantok? - what connection do you have with PNG? I'm dreaming of what bike to get when we eventually return to Aus (from PNG) and this is high on my list.
I lived up there for 15 years, my kids were born there . Wild country;-)
Thanx for the review... One thing that puts me down on these new triumph engines is that dry clucht whining... do you notice it?
Have fun!
Not at all, but I have been told by the dealer not to hold it in first gear at the traffic lights?
The fan switching on was annoying at first though...
Ride well
@@aussiewantok did the dealership give you a reason to not be in 1st holding the clutch?
I do that, incase you need to move fast. Great video!
@@stevenlee4415 yeah, they did. I don't understand why though. It makes sense to be in first when stationary at the lights....
I might take your word for it, but I noted that you ride on the wrong side of the road. It's amazing you've not been killed by a Wombat.
Errr..wombats stay on the right hand side of the road. Everyone knows that man...
I don't know why I wasn't subscribed. I am now. Was in Cairns a couple of months ago. Well Palm Cove
Ok, if you feel you need to sub to a crappy channel.. It's a free country;-)
@@aussiewantok haha a fellow Aussie mate. We stick together 👍
I'm really enjoying my SpeedTwin
Likewise. You thinking of upgrading the rear suspension?
@@aussiewantok already did with the Thruxton Ohlins, feels so much better, more comfort, better handling and control. I have it set to be balance with the front
Good job wantok 👍, reckon i'll get one....
Love your sense of humor brother 😂
Great summary ! 🙂
@@hakanjohansson506 kyllä, for some reason I think that's the best reply?
Great review! How hot on the legs when you are at a standstill?
Not too bad. We don't stand much here, lane splitting and it's a small city ;-)
Great video
I love an Aussie sense of humour.
Do they make aftermarket rear shocks?
Ohlin makes them, and so do others. I'm thinking about it myself
If you want better sound look into cone engineering slip ons. I have them on my 2019 thruxton r and they sound great.
In hindsight, I should have got a thruxton...
The thruxton is a bit more aggressive than the speed twin In terms of riding position and performance. So if comfort is what you’re looking for then you made the right choice.
Nevermind the bike I want to buy the shirt you are wearing
If yr in Qld, Lowes sells them, alternatively yarn.com.au has indigenous desgn clothing, tnx for asking
Enjoyed your review. Im 61 and thinking of selling my yamaha xjr1300 for the speed twin but next year ( need to save) - reasons has the beautiful retro naked look + the power but much lighter + relaxed riding position + great suite of safety features - Brembo brakes + rider modes ( my Yamaha has no ABS ) - as i have ridden mostly non-ABS bikes and survived after many years of riding - does it truly make you feel safer?
I don't feel any safer on it. BUT I think I know my limits. I don't push my xv750 as hard as this one, cause it's a crappy bike. The ST I do push....
You are up in Cairns Yes ?? Great part of the world!!
Yep, Cairns is great, anything below 25C is cold ;-)
Bloody tourists
There's funny and there's weird which one was this? I wonder 🧐🤔
Stop tapping on my phone screen.
At least it woke you up man!
Happy anniversary 🍰
I put some YSS shocks on my speedy, this sorted the handling ?
I'm going to try down the track. Track? Ho, ho, ho
@@aussiewantok I also fitted some bar risers .
ha ha mate - I get ya
no way could a fireblade do 180km in first gear!?!? I seen YZF-R1's ridden hard first gear 85km then upshifting. maybee 3rd?
Dude, I'll stand by that. I never did it, but at 100kmh it still had heaps of revs left. 1st gear that is. Now I have to google it, darn...
Ok, I stand corrected, 135kmh. Oops
@@aussiewantok not hating. Enjoyed the video👌🏻👍🏻
@tkx86 tnx mate
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Hilarious
No… I just left 🦦😂