I remember watching this review back in 2016, and instantly fell in love. I was a scrawny 20 year old with no job, and savings but knew I wanted this bike one day. 6 years later my street twin is being delivered tomorrow! So hyped! You can actually see my old comments 😂
This is one of the best reviews for a bike I've ever seen. This is the review that sold me on a Triumph Street twin and I couldn't be happier with the decision. Glad I waited.
I hardly leave comments on anything...but I have to say that this is one of the most enjoyable / best quality reviews on TH-cam. Spurge's delivery and comments are clear and smooth. The camera / audio work is seamless and superb (I even enjoyed the really cool gear-placement shots!). And to top it off...a solid looking bike I am hoping to test-ride in the near future. I honestly can't think of better production package to connect to the reader/viewer/customer than this. Many thanks for the hard-work and the fun review.
The production value of this review is ASTRONOMICAL. It makes the videos MCN makes look like local cable access commercials. Revzilla is a force! Spurgeon is cool as hell.
This kind of feedback never gets old - thank you! Anthony, Spurgeon, and Lemmy are really only part of the equation. Our video team are scary good at what they do. -TeamZilla Chris
No doubt, this kind of production quality takes a team effort. I just can't believe how much better it is than the stuff being produced by other outlets whose sole job is producing content and bike reviews. This is really great work.
Our editors get the credit for making me look cool, without them I'm just another guy in cheap sunglasses talking to himself in a helmet. I do thank you for the kind words, though! Cheers!
I own a Speed Triple 1050 and am a massive triumph fan boy. I took one of these out for a test ride, I have to be honest I want expecting much but my bike was getting some new tyres so I wanted to kill some time. Even though I am used to my 1050 beast, this little bundle of fun but a massive grin on my face! If I had the budget for a second bike, there is defiantly space for one of these in my garage! Loved the review and thanks to all people at RevZila I wish you all a great summer season :-)
+BeardedBker484 When I was hanging out at the local shop a few weeks ago I heard one guy talking about how he traded his big triple in on one of these because it was more suited for the around town riding he found himself tackling these days. I then got a phone call from a friend shortly after returning from Austin because his dad was buying one of these to supplement the Rocket III he has in the garage. It seems there are a lot of people out there that would agree with your assessment of this bike. Thanks for watching and the well wishes! Right back atcha!
I agree with "Sharp Tube JIM", you gave up working with Marcelles Wallace to become a BUM. Are we the only 2 people on the face of the earth that watched this film for gods sakes.
I own a Street Twin. done 2000km so far. it has stalled 2 times for me on cold starts, but only if i get on the gas AT ONCE i start it. let i do its speedo thing needle thing, set pressure to the FI, start and give it 10sec, then i have had no problems. i live in DK and been riding to work in 4degrees celsius. i love it - very comfy, the low end torque is addictive.
After watching the review on the XRS 900 I changed my mind about buying it. Now this Street Twin review is an other thing all together. This bike has the looks, the sounds and the seat height I like. I dont need tons of power or crazy performance. I want happy, fun, great looking bike that will age well. The Triumph is all that. The only other bike that comes close to it is the V9 Bobber.
Great review. I love watching your reviews for two reasons. One is the knowledge I get from them. The second is, where you do your reviews. I live in Bethlehem, PA. I watch one review and realize you are getting close to home. One bike review was on RT 222 going through Kutztown. I often take a Sunday ride and I'm on the same road. This review....as soon as you started out I knew it was the Delaware River to the side of you. Again, I take RT 611 south from Easton, pick up 32 down to New Hope and cross over to the NJ side. Yup, Lambertville, where there use to be a BSA dealer that I use to get all of parts from my BSA's when I had them. I'd take the NJ side back home. Enter Martian Motorcycle......I go there all of the time. And yet, you are based out of Philly. Barry G. Kery
Was going to buy this bike.. walked in at closing time and told the salesman I wanted it.. he didn’t want to stay 15 minutes past closing to seal the deal.. I told hm I’d just have to come back the next day.. on the way home I checked out a sportster.. it was amazing, LIKE NEW! Only 5500 miles, clearly very well cared for, has about $2500 in upgrades from the previous owner, all the upgrades I would want, exhaust, windsheild, seating, ETC.. bought it for $3600.00.. it was a steal.. LOVE IT, the sound is so kick ass, the looks .... people look at it all the time and give me compliments and it’s fun as shit to ride.. I do believe this triumph would be a bit more nimble but not nearly as comfortable. , especially considering the upgrades.
This was done outstandingly well. Spot on with mfg details and ride performance reviewing. My 2017 ST has been a joy to ride through rural PA hilly countryside roads and on city streets. ZERO service issues to date too. Nice job RevZilla. And shout out to Martin Motorsports where I purchased my bike.
So glad revzilla is doing bike reviews. I like the quality, honesty, and thoroughness(is that a word?) Of your gear reviews and you've done the same for your bike vids. Thanks!
Great review, Spurg! As Josh A said (two years ago!), why can't all reviews be this good? As a dyed-in-the-wool Sportster guy, the Street Twin is the *one* bike that would make me change brands. It's beautiful in pictures, and in person! To me, it's the second-most perfect all-around motorcycle.
Spurge, your reviews are so well done. Ask Nick, Anthony and Matt to throw some more $ into more bike reviews and your and Lemmy's salarys while they are at it. Just keep your comments honest...no sugar coating please.
I gotta say I'm a huge fan of these reviews Revzilla. You guys are kicking ass,can't get any better than the comparisons/video you supply. Loving the look of the Triumph buttttt I'm guna stick to my 48 :)
I don't normally comment on videos of this nature, but I gotta say this was very well done and organized, I liked the optional gear review and general ascetic of the phone video. Keep it up RevZilla.
very nice review RevZilla! one thing regarding the engine, after reading other reviews on the net i found one in particular were triumph engineers mentioned that the cooling fins on this motor are actually used to cool the engine along with the liquid cooling. actually is part liquid and air cooled as for example BMW does on there new GS models. that's why the radiator is so slim and small.
+john blander Yes sir! I Long time fan of the sporty, the looks, the sound, but I must say i'm impressed of the characteristics of the new bonnie, I know the sound of the parallel engine is different of the Vtwin, and I must say it's kinda shitty on the video, but I have seen some more videos of this bike with different exhaust and it sound killer. Also it comes with ABS, handles better (as I can see) water cooled. So, at the end of the day I think Im going to invest my money on the street twin... I wish I had the $$$ to get both
+Aaron Rodriguez if you were going between this and a sporty I'd go 1200. I love mine. plus with the 48 and the new roadster they're great looking not liquid cooled but I've had no problems and by bikes my only way to go. The sportster will probably have better dealer support in any area and will probably be cheaper to maintain and simpler if you do it yourself. but who knows. I'd love to have the new thruxton r
Its a Classico quality bike, very well balanced and easy to use. Perfect for the city (hence street twin). Beautiful engine sound and affective brakes, intuitive gear.
I've got the choice between a Low mileage Newchurch or the street twin (with extras) same price . Love the 70s look of the Newchurch, BUT the street twin your getting sooooo much more!
Just got my A2 licence here in the UK, I don’t know if you have it in America. As a result, I’ve been considering this bike for so long and I think you may have sold me on it. An excellent review!
I have got to say that this review is what made me decide to pull the trigger on one. Got my very first Triumph and i am loving it !!!!! The biggest question i have is where you get you t-shirt from?!?!?! Awesome review Spurg !!!!
Great review of this terrific bike. It’s a do everything bike which suits most folk who want exactly that from their bike. I’m loving mine and it puts a huge smile on my face every second I’m out on it.
I bought a 2016 last year, and it could be the last bike for me. My first bike was an 1973 Honda CB500 Four that I bought in 1982. No torque but still fun to ride 😄
oh man i knew that area looked a familiar, I was just there a few weeks ago. I stick to the NJ side, somehow when I get in to PA the laws of physics break and you find yourself an hour north of where you start when thinking you were going south.
Just got a test ride on these ones...at San Francisco location...hands down.... was almost decided about going for Kawasaki versys 650....and after a test ride, I am all up for My17 street twin.... amazing exhaust sound, super smooth torque even when you let go the clutch fast.... cant say enough..... amazing motorcycle.....I ever tried... thanks for awesome review....
I've had mine for over 6 months now and here's what I can say about it. First check the drive chain tensioner I bet it's already maxed out right from the factory, second the suspension is awful and you talked about the fix. My bike must have been built on a Friday because it had a temp sensor fail on day 1, it's leaked oil from the valve cover, it had the recall for the fuel leak, and it is hard to start on cold mornings and takes about 4 tries before it stays running. With all the bad things I've experienced it is still a blast to ride and it gets a lot of looks and questions where ever I go. I wish it had a 6th gear or a taller final drive because at interstate speeds above 75-80 mph the motor is really screaming and you can feel the vibrations thru the pegs and the bars. If I had to do it again I would have gone with the T-120 or a Yamaha XSR900.
So I am looking for something to mostly ride in town to work and back during the week. WIth some maybe 2-300 mile trips on the weekends with my girlfriend. I could really use some recommendations.
Do they still leak oil and have crappy electrical components like the ones of just a few years ago ? Do they still have a crappy seat and suspension also ?
+Revzilla how do you think it will perform in a head to head comparison with the duacti scrambler? If possible please do comparison video featurin both, since the two of them are entry level middle weight retro bikes.
How you guys do that shot moving from the front to the side to show the cover of the old fake carburetor. That was awesome. The whole review is awesome btw.
The only reason they had to go liquid cooled is emissions. There is no advantage to the new 900 over the 790/865 but for the ABS. Personally I have never gotten to the point where the ABS has kicked in on any of my bikes.
The chain is on the wrong side and what are those indicators and that see through tub of oil on the handle bars. It all looks too plastic modern. I had a 1978 Bonneville 750. Now that was a proper motorcycle.
I've never been particularly interested in Triumph's. Straight twins tend to have a less than exciting exhaust note. I only got interested in this bike when I read something about a 270 degree firing interval like the MT-07. Eight seconds in and I'm already sold on it.
Spurg - would this be a good first bike for me? I like the look of the street twin and it seems like it would be manageable for a beginner. I would be using this for around town commuting in San Diego
You'd probably want to swap the stock seat with its lower height in front for a taller "bench" seat. For comparison, Spurgeon in the video is 6'3". -DrewZilla
Awesome reviews from you guys, actually got me back into checking out bikes and getting me interested. But I was wondering what you guys would say would be the top 5 Standard style bikes? I don't need the fastest but something able to get out of it's own way is nice. I really dig the older straight seat style bikes! and I'm looking to get the best bang for my buck and something that'll grow with me and not have to switch out for more power.
Spurgeon is also 6'3", and I agree the stock seat is a bit short for him. Take a look at Triumph's available accessory taller, flatter seat. -DrewZilla
what do you recommend as a tyre change on this bike or should i stick with the original? its due for a change. have changed the suspension and springs to Ohlins which are now super.
Given the front and rear tire sizes, there aren't many other options. If you like them, I would stick with the Pirelli Phantom Sportscomp Tires. The only others I might recommend are the Continental Road Attack 3 Tires. -DrewZilla *www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/pirelli-phantom-sportscomp-tires *www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/continental-road-attack-3-tires
I was loving this bike until you mentioned the suspension. I'll keep checking out other bikes until I find one that I really like. Until then, I'll enjoy all of my own, BMW's that are simply a blast to ride!
+Mark Lee On the actual ride from Austin to Philly I used almost all the same gear, but the jeans hadn't arrived yet. I ended up using my Alpinestars Cooper riding jeans (www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/alpinestars-copper-riding-jeans). The Orlandos would have faired much better riding home in the rain! Keep in mind that while riding jeans aren't going to hold up as well as textile or leather in a crash, they are much more protective than just wearing regular jeans. For this particular trip, they were a happy compromise.
Hey guys! Your Videos are the best, great format, loads of sweet B roll and good insight, got one coming for the xsr700? I'm torn between the street twin and the xsr700! Make me a happy man eh? LOVE YOU GUYS
I am 5'5" and about 125 lbs. I'll be 20 years old by the time I will *realistically* be buying my first bike. I consider myself a responsible teenager, and I have experience with powersports (manual cars, dirtbikes, jetskis, etc.) Would a bike like the street twin be a good fit for me? I know this is a question that gets asked a lot on the internet and there is no clear answer but I want to have some sort of idea so I can get underway with buying the bike as soon as I get my endorsement.
The bike is very right for you especially considering your height and weight. The bike is quite quick (0 to 60 in 4.8 seconds) it won't beat sports bikes but really on the street having top speed of 200mph+ means nothing, this bike's top speed is 110kmh and I have never went above 90mph because that is insanely fast for the street already, I say buy it! definitely worth the money! and performance isn't even the kicker about this bike, this bike is HIGHLY customizable, you will easily find hundreds of different parts both performance enhancing as well as ergo adjusting parts, did I also mention its a damn good looking bike? but don't take my word for it, go to a local Triumph dealership and ask for a test ride, I'm pretty sure it will impress you.
@@SavioureG I’m getting my drivers license next year. Was thinking of a speed twin as first bike but this I can find second hand easy and at a lower cost. Also lower in power which I think is smart way to go for a first bike. Have you tried both this and the speed twin? Are you missing the rev counter?
@@KimKim-on2ct OK first off yes the street twin has "low" horsepower but 80Nm is not something to scuff off, the bike is still powerful enough to do wheelies at stock, try not to put too much mind on HP, the bike is pretty quick :) haven't tried the speed twin so can't comment on it but I can imagine that is superior in terms of performance, however it is not a bike I would recommend for a beginner, the Street Twin already has enough punch, speed twin is sportbikes territory and I don't think that's something you'd like as a starter bike. Can't say I miss the Rev meter, honestly my only gripe with the bike was the size, wanted to trade it for a T100 but it cost too much to justify it so I got another bike instead. The street twin makes for an OK beginner bike, you should still be mindful of the throttle and the brakes on the first gen models are not the best, the bike is also heavy for a beginner, it weighs 210kg which is VERY hard to lift. Otherwise I'd honestly tell you to get something less powerful and cheaper like an MT03 or a Royal Enfield 650 so you can get used to riding and also fix any broken parts incase you drop the bike (which you most definitely will) and it would hurt your wallet less. I dropped my Street Twin and parting with 2000 euros was not fun....
@@SavioureG thanks a lot for your great response. I’m aware of the torque, just meant that the speed twin also have great torque but on top of that more hp so I’ve started to realize that perhaps it’s not the best combo for a first bike. I googled the royal 650 and it has the same style. I’ll do some more research, I have plenty of time. Thanks once again 🤗
We only did a written review of the Street Cup. Unfortunately, we aren't able to shoot video reviews of everything. -DrewZilla *www.revzilla.com/common-tread/2017-triumph-street-cup-first-ride-motorcycle-review
100%. I think this is an excellent all-arounder. I really enjoyed my time riding it. I genuinely think Triumph built a really solid machine with this bike. I like it more than the Street Cup. I think for my personal tastes, I might go with the Street Scrambler package because it's a little bit taller for my longer legs, but I like that the Street Twin has mag wheels which are easier to plug on the side of the road.
I'm having a hard time deciding if I want this one or a T120. I've always had six speeds - got the shifting down by habit. Don't know if I could adjust to a 5 speed. Is it difficult to convert?
No, it's not that difficult to train your brain for 5 speeds. You'd probably find yourself looking for sixth gear for a bit, but eventually you'd get used to it. If you can, go test ride both. -DrewZilla
Hi i have watched a lot of reviews by yourself and others why dont triumph put a bloody centre stand on these things even back in 1976 my 550 supersport honda had one , to me its just an inconvenience for the owners if the t120 can have one why not the others its not like there small bikes and im sure with modern day manufacturing they can build it a lot lighter than in 1976 great review also .
+laktoweiz I rode for a few quick two-up rides and it worked fine power-wise. Both of my passengers complained of the seat being uncomfortable and, as I mentioned, the suspension could use an update to better handle the additional load.
Why can't all bike review videos be this good?
Because then you'd be convinced to buy all of them. lol
Tbh most bike reviews are better than average. Most bikers have this passion.
Most channels don't have a camera crew bike to get moving footage on the rider. That makes a huge difference.
I believe Sagar Sheldekar official channel does equally good job when it comes to bike reviews
they didn’t talk about the instruments and what is included on them, such as gear indicator does it come with the digital tachometer, and so forth.
I remember watching this review back in 2016, and instantly fell in love. I was a scrawny 20 year old with no job, and savings but knew I wanted this bike one day. 6 years later my street twin is being delivered tomorrow! So hyped! You can actually see my old comments 😂
lol same but i have to wait until August
That’s great man! I’m glad you eventually got one
This is one of the best reviews for a bike I've ever seen. This is the review that sold me on a Triumph Street twin and I couldn't be happier with the decision. Glad I waited.
Glad to hear you're digging the bike. Thanks for watching!
atrocious
Are you still loving the Street Twin? Are you looking to upgrade to Speed Twin, or some other machine? Inquiring minds want to know!
I hardly leave comments on anything...but I have to say that this is one of the most enjoyable / best quality reviews on TH-cam. Spurge's delivery and comments are clear and smooth. The camera / audio work is seamless and superb (I even enjoyed the really cool gear-placement shots!). And to top it off...a solid looking bike I am hoping to test-ride in the near future. I honestly can't think of better production package to connect to the reader/viewer/customer than this. Many thanks for the hard-work and the fun review.
The production value of this review is ASTRONOMICAL. It makes the videos MCN makes look like local cable access commercials. Revzilla is a force! Spurgeon is cool as hell.
This kind of feedback never gets old - thank you! Anthony, Spurgeon, and Lemmy are really only part of the equation. Our video team are scary good at what they do. -TeamZilla Chris
No doubt, this kind of production quality takes a team effort. I just can't believe how much better it is than the stuff being produced by other outlets whose sole job is producing content and bike reviews. This is really great work.
Our editors get the credit for making me look cool, without them I'm just another guy in cheap sunglasses talking to himself in a helmet. I do thank you for the kind words, though! Cheers!
I just bought the 2019 today in gloss black. This thorough review of the 16 was the final push I needed. Amazing content. Thanks so much.
as I'm in the process of getting my A2 license, I do watch this every day before going to sleep to keep me motivated. Lovely review mate, cheers
that bike just sounds so awesome
I own a Speed Triple 1050 and am a massive triumph fan boy. I took one of these out for a test ride, I have to be honest I want expecting much but my bike was getting some new tyres so I wanted to kill some time. Even though I am used to my 1050 beast, this little bundle of fun but a massive grin on my face! If I had the budget for a second bike, there is defiantly space for one of these in my garage! Loved the review and thanks to all people at RevZila I wish you all a great summer season :-)
+BeardedBker484 When I was hanging out at the local shop a few weeks ago I heard one guy talking about how he traded his big triple in on one of these because it was more suited for the around town riding he found himself tackling these days. I then got a phone call from a friend shortly after returning from Austin because his dad was buying one of these to supplement the Rocket III he has in the garage. It seems there are a lot of people out there that would agree with your assessment of this bike. Thanks for watching and the well wishes! Right back atcha!
First time I've seen a video from this channel, the quality of everything is just amazing, you guys did a real good job on this one.
you guys should do a video on why my wife left me. then maybe i'd finally understand why she's gone.
JUles wtf😂😂
Maybe cause you left your job with Marcelles Wallace to walk the earth .
I agree with "Sharp Tube JIM", you gave up working with Marcelles Wallace to become a BUM. Are we the only 2 people on the face of the earth that watched this film for gods sakes.
lmao go mgtow dude.
Karen took the kids
I love Spurgeon's review. He's so good to watch. I am watching this review in 2019 and I really liked it.
I just keep watching this video over and over and wanting the Street Twin more and more
Same. I'm working on getting my Motorcycle licence. Also saving up for this bike. Lol
I own a Street Twin. done 2000km so far. it has stalled 2 times for me on cold starts, but only if i get on the gas AT ONCE i start it. let i do its speedo thing needle thing, set pressure to the FI, start and give it 10sec, then i have had no problems. i live in DK and been riding to work in 4degrees celsius. i love it - very comfy, the low end torque is addictive.
The quality of the reviews you guys are putting out is just awesome. Keep it up!
Awesome review! The perfect blend of fact and feeling - great job!
I just bought the bike today! can't wait to pick it up next week!!
After watching the review on the XRS 900 I changed my mind about buying it.
Now this Street Twin review is an other thing all together. This bike has the looks, the sounds and the seat height I like. I dont need tons of power or crazy performance. I want happy, fun, great looking bike that will age well. The Triumph is all that.
The only other bike that comes close to it is the V9 Bobber.
I am glad to hear our reviews are helping you out!
I'd go for the Yamaha
The 32000 km service intervalls was the last argument i needed to go for this beauty, thanks a lot!
Great review. I love watching your reviews for two reasons. One is the knowledge I get from them. The second is, where you do your reviews. I live in Bethlehem, PA. I watch one review and realize you are getting close to home. One bike review was on RT 222 going through Kutztown. I often take a Sunday ride and I'm on the same road. This review....as soon as you started out I knew it was the Delaware River to the side of you. Again, I take RT 611 south from Easton, pick up 32 down to New Hope and cross over to the NJ side. Yup, Lambertville, where there use to be a BSA dealer that I use to get all of parts from my BSA's when I had them. I'd take the NJ side back home.
Enter Martian Motorcycle......I go there all of the time.
And yet, you are based out of Philly.
Barry G. Kery
Was going to buy this bike.. walked in at closing time and told the salesman I wanted it.. he didn’t want to stay 15 minutes past closing to seal the deal.. I told hm I’d just have to come back the next day.. on the way home I checked out a sportster.. it was amazing, LIKE NEW! Only 5500 miles, clearly very well cared for, has about $2500 in upgrades from the previous owner, all the upgrades I would want, exhaust, windsheild, seating, ETC.. bought it for $3600.00.. it was a steal.. LOVE IT, the sound is so kick ass, the looks .... people look at it all the time and give me compliments and it’s fun as shit to ride.. I do believe this triumph would be a bit more nimble but not nearly as comfortable. , especially considering the upgrades.
This was done outstandingly well. Spot on with mfg details and ride performance reviewing. My 2017 ST has been a joy to ride through rural PA hilly countryside roads and on city streets. ZERO service issues to date too.
Nice job RevZilla. And shout out to Martin Motorsports where I purchased my bike.
I've always been a big fan of sports bikes, but these standards are absolutely beautiful. Probably one of the best looking cadegories of motorcycle.
So glad revzilla is doing bike reviews. I like the quality, honesty, and thoroughness(is that a word?) Of your gear reviews and you've done the same for your bike vids. Thanks!
Great review, Spurg! As Josh A said (two years ago!), why can't all reviews be this good? As a dyed-in-the-wool Sportster guy, the Street Twin is the *one* bike that would make me change brands. It's beautiful in pictures, and in person! To me, it's the second-most perfect all-around motorcycle.
Wow. 74k miles on a Bonnie. Respect. 👍
Good video review. Triumph has really knocked the look out of the park on these.
Spurge, your reviews are so well done. Ask Nick, Anthony and Matt to throw some more $ into more bike reviews and your and Lemmy's salarys while they are at it. Just keep your comments honest...no sugar coating please.
I gotta say I'm a huge fan of these reviews Revzilla. You guys are kicking ass,can't get any better than the comparisons/video you supply. Loving the look of the Triumph buttttt I'm guna stick to my 48 :)
you guys are good at everything, it is unbelieveable
I don't normally comment on videos of this nature, but I gotta say this was very well done and organized, I liked the optional gear review and general ascetic of the phone video.
Keep it up RevZilla.
very nice review RevZilla! one thing regarding the engine, after reading other reviews on the net i found one in particular were triumph engineers mentioned that the cooling fins on this motor are actually used to cool the engine along with the liquid cooling. actually is part liquid and air cooled as for example BMW does on there new GS models. that's why the radiator is so slim and small.
Hands down RZ the best review/DIY site on the Internet.
What a fantastic review! Keep these comin Revzilla...
HELL, YESSSS!!! Now Im better informed which bike to pick vs the 883 iron.
Thanks Revzilla!!
Aaronzilla
+Aaron Rodriguez
it's a tough one, right?
+john blander
Yes sir! I Long time fan of the sporty, the looks, the sound, but I must say i'm impressed of the characteristics of the new bonnie, I know the sound of the parallel engine is different of the Vtwin, and I must say it's kinda shitty on the video, but I have seen some more videos of this bike with different exhaust and it sound killer. Also it comes with ABS, handles better (as I can see) water cooled.
So, at the end of the day I think Im going to invest my money on the street twin...
I wish I had the $$$ to get both
+Aaron Rodriguez if you were going between this and a sporty I'd go 1200. I love mine. plus with the 48 and the new roadster they're great looking not liquid cooled but I've had no problems and by bikes my only way to go. The sportster will probably have better dealer support in any area and will probably be cheaper to maintain and simpler if you do it yourself. but who knows. I'd love to have the new thruxton r
+Aaron Rodriguez Pick the Street Twin! The Sportsters have ridiculously limited lean angles.
+João Soares not the new roadster or aby soortster once you raise the back up. that's when it gets fun
Its a Classico quality bike, very well balanced and easy to use. Perfect for the city (hence street twin). Beautiful engine sound and affective brakes, intuitive gear.
I've got the choice between a Low mileage Newchurch or the street twin (with extras) same price . Love the 70s look of the Newchurch, BUT the street twin your getting sooooo much more!
Just got my A2 licence here in the UK, I don’t know if you have it in America. As a result, I’ve been considering this bike for so long and I think you may have sold me on it. An excellent review!
You guys should do a video on beginner cruiser bikes.
I have got to say that this review is what made me decide to pull the trigger on one. Got my very first Triumph and i am loving it !!!!! The biggest question i have is where you get you t-shirt from?!?!?!
Awesome review Spurg !!!!
That's Spurgeon's custom t-shirt. It's not really available anywhere. -DrewZilla
RevZilla nice bike!
That's awesome! Stoked to hear that you're digging the bike!
Great review of this terrific bike. It’s a do everything bike which suits most folk who want exactly that from their bike. I’m loving mine and it puts a huge smile on my face every second I’m out on it.
If you must wear boots with laces, please tuck them into the boots to avoid them snagging onto the brake or gear lever
I bought a 2016 last year, and it could be the last bike for me. My first bike was an 1973 Honda CB500 Four that I bought in 1982. No torque but still fun to ride 😄
oh man i knew that area looked a familiar, I was just there a few weeks ago. I stick to the NJ side, somehow when I get in to PA the laws of physics break and you find yourself an hour north of where you start when thinking you were going south.
Amazing review
You guys are awesome at these and hope you guys never stop and always improve on (^_^)
Also nice job with the dedicated video on gear
Technically aren’t the air vents still functioning to cool the cylinder?
Yes these bikes are perfect for casual, relaxed riding around town.
How will be the price of the bike in the future as investment??? Can I keep it for a long time or what bike will be better in that case?? Thanks
This one will be a first bike for me. Thanks for the review, it really helped!
Outstanding review. You guys are the best!
Gorgeous bike, and gorgeous film/edit on the video ;) Congrats !
Is that the sound of the stock exhaust? because it sounds pretty good for one if thats the case
Yes, that's the stock exhaust. -DrewZilla
Just got a test ride on these ones...at San Francisco location...hands down....
was almost decided about going for Kawasaki versys 650....and after a test ride, I am all up for My17 street twin.... amazing exhaust sound, super smooth torque even when you let go the clutch fast....
cant say enough..... amazing motorcycle.....I ever tried...
thanks for awesome review....
Is this a plausible entry level bike? I'm really infatuated by it.
Yes, it's a plausible entry level bike. -DrewZilla
Anything's a plausible entry level bike. You can start on a literbike just fine if you're not an idiot and have some self control.
Alexander Espinal absolutely. evaluate based on powerband and torque, not merely CC. evaluate based on how it feels to you. good luck!
+Michael Kennedy I agree, but most people don't know they are idiots.
I've had mine for over 6 months now and here's what I can say about it. First check the drive chain tensioner I bet it's already maxed out right from the factory, second the suspension is awful and you talked about the fix. My bike must have been built on a Friday because it had a temp sensor fail on day 1, it's leaked oil from the valve cover, it had the recall for the fuel leak, and it is hard to start on cold mornings and takes about 4 tries before it stays running. With all the bad things I've experienced it is still a blast to ride and it gets a lot of looks and questions where ever I go. I wish it had a 6th gear or a taller final drive because at interstate speeds above 75-80 mph the motor is really screaming and you can feel the vibrations thru the pegs and the bars. If I had to do it again I would have gone with the T-120 or a Yamaha XSR900.
Thanks. Did you get something else?
Yeah, this is a super valuable comment to some of us. Any updates??
So I am looking for something to mostly ride in town to work and back during the week. WIth some maybe 2-300 mile trips on the weekends with my girlfriend. I could really use some recommendations.
The Street Twin or almost any bike that's the same size or smaller would be a good option. -DrewZilla
Do they still leak oil and have crappy electrical components like the ones of just a few years ago ? Do they still have a crappy seat and suspension also ?
Great review from Revzilla and another Triumph motorcycle I want. Keep up the good work
+Revzilla how do you think it will perform in a head to head comparison with the duacti scrambler? If possible please do comparison video featurin both, since the two of them are entry level middle weight retro bikes.
Good Review! I've been a Lemmy man but your coming on strong. Keep up the good work.
Great review. Best I've watched so far.
Man I Love this channel Great videos and reviews Keep it up!
Fantastic Job on the review and nice location too !
How you guys do that shot moving from the front to the side to show the cover of the old fake carburetor. That was awesome. The whole review is awesome btw.
Our camera guy hangs off the back of another motorcycle to get the shot. -DrewZilla
Very informative, its real good work. Could you please do a video on the new Triumph Street Twin Please.
The only reason they had to go liquid cooled is emissions. There is no advantage to the new 900 over the 790/865 but for the ABS. Personally I have never gotten to the point where the ABS has kicked in on any of my bikes.
A universal sport fairing worked great and looks good on mine.
The chain is on the wrong side and what are those indicators and that see through tub of oil on the handle bars. It all looks too plastic modern. I had a 1978 Bonneville 750. Now that was a proper motorcycle.
So what kind of wind screen would you put on it?
I've never been particularly interested in Triumph's. Straight twins tend to have a less than exciting exhaust note. I only got interested in this bike when I read something about a 270 degree firing interval like the MT-07. Eight seconds in and I'm already sold on it.
Spurg - would this be a good first bike for me? I like the look of the street twin and it seems like it would be manageable for a beginner. I would be using this for around town commuting in San Diego
It's certainly approachable enough for a beginner, and the now-liquid-cooled engine will work better for stop-and-go traffic and commuting. -DrewZilla
How tall is Spurg? Always love Revzilla reviews.
please do a review on the T120 also....really wanna know your views on the bike...thank you
wonderful review as always guys. that thing sounds mean as hell, love it
BEAUTIFULL MACHINE, AWESOME ENGINE SOUND!!!
+Marcelo Lopez Especially from a stock exhaust, I was pleasantly surprised too.
is it better than the honda cb1100rs?? could you do a review in the honda cb1100rs
I just bought Street Twin 2016 silver painted :-)
looks great and the review is all you'd dream from a review.
awesome review....planning to buy this bike and the only concern is i am 6 ft ,will it be comfortable for longer rides...
You'd probably want to swap the stock seat with its lower height in front for a taller "bench" seat. For comparison, Spurgeon in the video is 6'3". -DrewZilla
RevZilla thank you👍will do
If I could own a second bike this is a strong contender.
Damn.. that is their best looking stock bike thus far.
So this wouldn't be a bad choice considering I'm planning a trip from Iowa to Pennsylvania? I want to go up through Michigan on my way
+summerson1 If you add a windscreen, you should be fine. -DrewZilla
Awesome reviews from you guys, actually got me back into checking out bikes and getting me interested. But I was wondering what you guys would say would be the top 5 Standard style bikes? I don't need the fastest but something able to get out of it's own way is nice. I really dig the older straight seat style bikes! and I'm looking to get the best bang for my buck and something that'll grow with me and not have to switch out for more power.
How tall are you ? I’m 6’3” would this be to small
Spurgeon is also 6'3", and I agree the stock seat is a bit short for him. Take a look at Triumph's available accessory taller, flatter seat. -DrewZilla
what do you recommend as a tyre change on this bike or should i stick with the original? its due for a change. have changed the suspension and springs to Ohlins which are now super.
Given the front and rear tire sizes, there aren't many other options. If you like them, I would stick with the Pirelli Phantom Sportscomp Tires. The only others I might recommend are the Continental Road Attack 3 Tires. -DrewZilla
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/pirelli-phantom-sportscomp-tires
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/continental-road-attack-3-tires
those turn signals look almost identical to the lights on my Vulcan S
I was loving this bike until you mentioned the suspension. I'll keep checking out other bikes until I find one that I really like. Until then, I'll enjoy all of my own, BMW's that are simply a blast to ride!
Did Spurgeon rock the same kit from Austin to Philly? Kind of wondering if those Orlando jeans are up to touring speeds.
+Mark Lee On the actual ride from Austin to Philly I used almost all the same gear, but the jeans hadn't arrived yet. I ended up using my Alpinestars Cooper riding jeans (www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/alpinestars-copper-riding-jeans). The Orlandos would have faired much better riding home in the rain! Keep in mind that while riding jeans aren't going to hold up as well as textile or leather in a crash, they are much more protective than just wearing regular jeans. For this particular trip, they were a happy compromise.
Awesome review, very nice bike. I hope to get one soon!
not only for a vintage aesthetics but also for better handling on rough roads.
Hey guys! Your Videos are the best, great format, loads of sweet B roll and good insight, got one coming for the xsr700? I'm torn between the street twin and the xsr700! Make me a happy man eh? LOVE YOU GUYS
+steve steeve So far, Yamaha isn't bringing the XSR700 to the US, so since we are US-based, we won't be reviewing it unless it comes here. -DrewZilla
How are the seats? Not too familiar with these types of seats since I grew up riding dirt bikes. Are bench seats comfortable at all?
Bench seats _can_ be comfortable, but it all depends on what's comfortable to different people. -DrewZilla
I am 5'5" and about 125 lbs. I'll be 20 years old by the time I will *realistically* be buying my first bike. I consider myself a responsible teenager, and I have experience with powersports (manual cars, dirtbikes, jetskis, etc.) Would a bike like the street twin be a good fit for me? I know this is a question that gets asked a lot on the internet and there is no clear answer but I want to have some sort of idea so I can get underway with buying the bike as soon as I get my endorsement.
The bike is very right for you especially considering your height and weight. The bike is quite quick (0 to 60 in 4.8 seconds) it won't beat sports bikes but really on the street having top speed of 200mph+ means nothing, this bike's top speed is 110kmh and I have never went above 90mph because that is insanely fast for the street already, I say buy it! definitely worth the money! and performance isn't even the kicker about this bike, this bike is HIGHLY customizable, you will easily find hundreds of different parts both performance enhancing as well as ergo adjusting parts, did I also mention its a damn good looking bike? but don't take my word for it, go to a local Triumph dealership and ask for a test ride, I'm pretty sure it will impress you.
@@SavioureG I’m getting my drivers license next year. Was thinking of a speed twin as first bike but this I can find second hand easy and at a lower cost. Also lower in power which I think is smart way to go for a first bike. Have you tried both this and the speed twin? Are you missing the rev counter?
@@KimKim-on2ct OK first off yes the street twin has "low" horsepower but 80Nm is not something to scuff off, the bike is still powerful enough to do wheelies at stock, try not to put too much mind on HP, the bike is pretty quick :) haven't tried the speed twin so can't comment on it but I can imagine that is superior in terms of performance, however it is not a bike I would recommend for a beginner, the Street Twin already has enough punch, speed twin is sportbikes territory and I don't think that's something you'd like as a starter bike.
Can't say I miss the Rev meter, honestly my only gripe with the bike was the size, wanted to trade it for a T100 but it cost too much to justify it so I got another bike instead.
The street twin makes for an OK beginner bike, you should still be mindful of the throttle and the brakes on the first gen models are not the best, the bike is also heavy for a beginner, it weighs 210kg which is VERY hard to lift. Otherwise I'd honestly tell you to get something less powerful and cheaper like an MT03 or a Royal Enfield 650 so you can get used to riding and also fix any broken parts incase you drop the bike (which you most definitely will) and it would hurt your wallet less. I dropped my Street Twin and parting with 2000 euros was not fun....
@@SavioureG thanks a lot for your great response. I’m aware of the torque, just meant that the speed twin also have great torque but on top of that more hp so I’ve started to realize that perhaps it’s not the best combo for a first bike. I googled the royal 650 and it has the same style. I’ll do some more research, I have plenty of time.
Thanks once again 🤗
Seen a ton of videos on the street twin but hardly any on my new street cup
We only did a written review of the Street Cup. Unfortunately, we aren't able to shoot video reviews of everything. -DrewZilla
*www.revzilla.com/common-tread/2017-triumph-street-cup-first-ride-motorcycle-review
Can the street twin and/or the t 120 be equipped to have the abs turned off for riding on dirt roads.
Traction control can be turned off, but ABS is always on. -DrewZilla
Awesome review. So would you get this bike today if you were in college under the same circumstances?
100%. I think this is an excellent all-arounder. I really enjoyed my time riding it. I genuinely think Triumph built a really solid machine with this bike.
I like it more than the Street Cup. I think for my personal tastes, I might go with the Street Scrambler package because it's a little bit taller for my longer legs, but I like that the Street Twin has mag wheels which are easier to plug on the side of the road.
I'm having a hard time deciding if I want this one or a T120. I've always had six speeds - got the shifting down by habit. Don't know if I could adjust to a 5 speed. Is it difficult to convert?
No, it's not that difficult to train your brain for 5 speeds. You'd probably find yourself looking for sixth gear for a bit, but eventually you'd get used to it. If you can, go test ride both. -DrewZilla
Hi i have watched a lot of reviews by yourself and others why dont triumph put a bloody centre stand on these things even back in 1976 my 550 supersport honda had one , to me its just an inconvenience for the owners if the t120 can have one why not the others its not like there small bikes and im sure with modern day manufacturing they can build it a lot lighter than in 1976 great review also .
Is there a Triumph dealer in Austin?
Great review 👏 very informative, very mature 👏
Awesome shooting!!! ride was an thrilling experience.
how does the street twin handle 2 people (2up) ?
+laktoweiz I rode for a few quick two-up rides and it worked fine power-wise. Both of my passengers complained of the seat being uncomfortable and, as I mentioned, the suspension could use an update to better handle the additional load.