2011 Triumph Motorcycle reviews

For a 30 years riding the bikes I got first time real crazy adrenaline! Triumph Rocket Roadsters was build very properly and flawless! I am so happy to live with creation like Triumph!!! Highly recommend for experienced riders only! Show less

After years of big cruisers, I decided to go the retro route, and haven't looked back. I absolutely love my '12 T100 Bonneville. It's got everything I need/want in a bike. Show less

I find this bike to be smooth, comfortable, responsive, fast and economical. It handles 2 up very nicely and it surely turns heads. I also like the fact that being an ex-Harley guy, I'm still accepted in the crowd. I can even ride with the sport bikes. The area dealer has an awesome staff, believes in what they're doing and will make you a very satisfied, happy customer. Just try them! Show less

I was looking to get a Euro bike to compliment my Harley Switchback. I tried the Beemers (too ugly and too expensive), then test rode the Moto Guzzi V-7 Stone (getting warm), but didn't like the riding position (legs felt slightly cramped). Then viola!!! There sat a 2013 orange and black Bonnie and it was love at first sight! I took it for a ride and was instantly impressed with the sound of the motor and the brakes and seating position. The poor Guzzi just didn't stack up and was a grand more expensive. I have 700 fun-filled miles on the Bonnie now and when the winter gets out of here in Colorado, I am looking forward to many more. This is a bike that I think can probably do it all (except off road). At times (especially in our beautiful mountains), I seem to be grinning more on the Bonnie than on my Harley!!! Show less

After selling a Yamaha VMax for parts this was quite a change. Pros: This one starts, corners extremely well, and has a wide rpm. range with more than enough tourque. Though it likely would not beat my old VMax in the quarter mile, it will still go from zero to stupid very quickly. The riding position is more sport than I'm used to, but the seat is very long, allowing you to sit up or move back and lay forward. Highway range is great for me with over 60 mpg. Comfort otherwise is great and braking is excellent. The engine sound is not what I'm used to in a lower rpm. bike, but I'll be anxious to see what comes for optional exhaust. Overall, if you can't decide if you want to cruise or race, it is a great bike. The only thing I'd change would be to move the front turn signals down as they make it look like a moped. Show less

This is the third Triumph I have owned and is the best, by far. It has great acceleration and highway manners. The SE comes with hard bags, center stand and gel seat, so the items I would have added were already there. I'm sure the ABS brake system works, I just haven't noticed it in action. I guess that is a good thing. The only concern I had was the poor wind screen. I installed a MadStad Robo screen system, and all wind problems have disappeared. If you want a long haul, upright seating, powerful motorcycle, the Tiger 1050 can't be beat. Show less

Early in 2011 I had bought a Triumph Sprint ST to replace my trusty old 2002 Yamaha FZ-1 as my sporty traveling/two up bike. I loved the motor and the ergos on the ST, it was just that the exhaust (stock) was loud for long rides and the heat from the underseat exhaust was annoying even on cooler days. I bought the GT mostly because I knew the conventional exhaust would address these issues and also liked the larger bags and underseat storage. I saw the weight only increased 15 pounds so I was hoping the handling wouldn't be too far off. Was I surprised at the handling of the GT! The suspension is so much improved that it ranks up there with the best of any bike I've sampled, and I have really good WP suspension on my KTM Superduke. The bike feels more sporty overall and turns much better and precise than the ST it replaces. They steepened the steering geometry and lightened the wheels, so this may explain why. The longer wheelebase has the bike more planted in the turns, no adverse affect at all. I followed my riding buddies who ride very fast on Honda RC51's, VFRs etc and had no problem keeping pace, even with my bags installed! I'd go so far as to say this GT with bags handles better than my old ST without. Unfortunatly I did not see any improvement in fuel economy as I was getting 35 mpg. (US) but then again it was a cooler day and I was riding pretty agressively with bags installed. Maybe after break-in this will improve (only 200 miles on the bike). My Superduke probably weights 120 pounds less and I only get 30 mpg. on that so I guess I can't complain. The underseat storage is a real nice plus, as the ST seat was bolted on with zero storage there. I got the silver with blackened out everything else and think it looks sharp. I highly recommend it! Show less

Well, after exactly five months in the saddle, I can say without a doubt this is one of the best motorcycles I've ever owned. Power delivery is there, always on tap, and is liquid smooth. There are no flat-spots anywhere in the torque curve; the GT just pulls and pulls and pulls. The too far to the levers problem was fixed with a set of Triumph Genuine Accessory levers...though at $180, they were an expensive fix. Handling is superb, the thing feels like it's on rails. This is also the first bike I've ever ridden with hard luggage where you don't feel the weight of the bags while cornering. There are still some gripes, however. The transmission is somewhat notchy when downshifting, and finding neutral at a stop can be difficult. Also, get the touch-up paint kit for $20, because you're going to need it at some point. Rocks or other road debris tend to scratch the finish pretty decently. For highway droning of more than an hour or so, the bike tends to wear on you. A set of Gen-Mar risers and the Triumph gel-seat would probably rectify this issue, however. Lastly, after shutting the bike off, about 30 seconds later it makes a noise like it's getting a fax...or it's trying to dial out to the internet. Apparently it's normal, but if you've never heard it before, it can make you scratch your head. Overall, I am pleased with this motorcycle and glad I purchased it. The looks, features, power and character of this machine are second to none. Add in the price, and you've got yourself a winner. Show less

I haven't written a review for any previous bikes that I have owned before, but I just couldn't go by without writing one for this bike. I have owned many cruisers before including Kawasaki, Honda, Harley Davidson and Triumph. I purchased this bike a few months ago based mostly on the looks. I like Triumph bikes, but I love the new re-design of the Speedmaster with the drag bars, short rear fender, wide tank, and its beautiful stance. When I first sat on it, I felt right at home and after riding it, I was even more impressed with it. It rides great, handles great and just looks absolutly stunning. It's a fantastic bike for a fantastic price. By far, it's my favorite bike to date and I plan on keeping this one for a long time. Show less

This is my first bike after not riding for 30 years. I'm impressed with the finish, sound, reliability, power, comfort and the dealer support to say the least: they got me the one I wanted in the color scheme I had to have. One funny note: I get a lot of "Dude, great restoration!" comments, and have to explain that it's really a 2011 Bonney; to more than a few skeptical looks. My rides are getting longer, too; I have nothing but confidence in the motorcycle. Show less