Should I buy a Triumph Bonneville?
Should I buy a Triumph Bonneville?
So you’re thinking you might like a Triumph Bonneville, albeit as a method of transport or to feel the sense of freedom that a motorcycle, well, just gives you!
I can’t say I’ve ridden masses of bikes, but I’ve ridden a few, and in all honesty, I’ve liked them all, each for there purpose and quirks. This being said, the Triumph Bonneville T100 is the bike that after four years of ownership, I’ve never ever felt like selling; I’m trying to work out why.
As you can see from the pictures, it’s a Triumph Bonneville T100 Black. It’s not the fastest, it’s not the best handling, it’s a little clunky, but it’s absolutely fantastic.
Admittedly I don’t use this bike every day and I keep it in a garage, so I can’t comment on how It would fare parked up on the side of the road open to the elements, but I’ve done some long rides on it and never felt uncomfortable. The riding position would make it a great bike for commuting, in my opinion.
The great thing about the Triumph Bonneville LC is that it mixes retro charm with modern technology and reliability, you get the feeling of riding around on a piece of history without any ridiculous maintenance costs; in my opinion the bike is also good value in terms of tax and insurance too.
If I take the bike out in the rain or it gets noticeably dirty, I’ll give it a good wash, clean, protect and lube the chain using some good quality chain lubricant. It’s then hooked up to a battery maintainer until the next ride; all in all, I look after it well, not to mention regular servicing, but I have to say, it serves me well.
When you’ve got a spare afternoon, the sun’s shining and you feel urge to get out and about, it’s the perfect tool. Fast enough to get the blood pumping but sedate enough to waft along and enjoy the day; even for two if your partner is inclined. There are plenty of models to choose from within the Triumph Bonneville range, whether you’re looking for performance, off-road or just all-round fun.
Personally, I’m a huge fan of tinkering and customising, and if you are too, there’s a huge range of aftermarket parts that you can purchase to customise your Triumph Bonneville with relatively little effort. Check out our online shop and how-to-hub if you’re interested.
So, as you can probably tell, I’m an advocate for the Triumph Bonneville, and if you’re thinking you might like the idea of one, I’d urge you to take a test ride from your local Triumph dealer or independent motorcycle specialist, you won’t regret it.
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