'24 Speed Twin Or T100? My Pros/cons

[canam]

speed twin pros ... lower seat height, lower wet weight, tubeless wheels. cons.... stepped seat, small capacity tank 3.2 g, short front fender leaving radiator more vulnerable.
T100 pros... larger fuel tank 3.8g, flat seat, longer front fender for more radiator protection. cons ... 25 lbs heavier than speed twin, tubed wheels, taller seat height than speed twin.

 

[Vector]

T100 would fit me better. I would choose a T120, well worth the higher price.

 

[Qship]

T100 is is the T120 frame with Speed/Street twin 900cc engine.
If you're thinking the T100, definitely give the T120 a look. A lot more content than the T100.

 

[atomsplitter]

There are trade-offs between the models and it really depends on what your mission statement is for the bike you're considering. I don't see a stepped seat as a problem, but that's me, not you. So better define what you are looking for and the best option will come into better focus. I myself have some very general needs, therefore I have 5 motorcycles in my garage to check all the boxes. Mostly though I want fun, but for others it may be cheap comutering, or two up touring, or adventure camping. It really boils down to how are you going to use the machine mostly.

 

[canam]

5 motorbikes! only 2 here but at one time I had 3. been a function over form guy but my first bike was a BSA lightning so I have a soft spot for classic brit bikes and the classic looks of t100 get my attention while the 120 has an extra 20 something lbs over the t100, the t100 is porky enough at around 500 lbs I think. I would go for the t100 though not a fan of the tubeless wheels. would go for cruise add on as it would ease the long straights between the winding roads. add center stand, hard bags and rear rack and it would work for me. pick of what I ride now.

 

[atomsplitter]

Based on your pros and cons the Speed Twin 900 would be your best bet. But if it were me I'd go to the 1200 version for more power, but again, that's me. When I'm in the mood to ride like a hooligan, I choose this one:

To just ride and have some fun, I put this one in SPORT mode and it's a blast:

Pretty much I have a bike for every mood I might be in so I'm not stuck with just one 2-wheel conveyance option.

 

[Vector]

Heck with modern bikes. I want my 72 GT550 and my 07 Street Bob back.

 

[Qship]

Hard to beat a Vstrom for all around convenience and versatility.
What amber lights are you running on it?
I am seriously considering a set as they stand out from all the white light you see on all vehicles today, especially in inclement weather.

 

[canam]

Hard to beat a Vstrom for all around convenience and versatility.
What amber lights are you running on it?
I am seriously considering a set as they stand out from all the white light you see on all vehicles today, especially in inclement weather.

agree about the strom but for sheer coolness the bonnie rocks. lights are baja designs.

 

[Qship]

agree about the strom but for sheer coolness the bonnie rocks. lights are baja designs.

Thanks.
Yes, the Bonnie rocks the coolness factor. When I get all the touring out of my system, I plan on getting a T120 for local riding and day trips.

 

[atomsplitter]

Thanks.
Yes, the Bonnie rocks the coolness factor. When I get all the touring out of my system, I plan on getting a T120 for local riding and day trips.

Couldn't agree more. And that's why I have a T-120. I did find the suspension for my lard can was a bit limp, but remote reservoir rear shocks and some preload adjuster on progressive fork springs solved the problem:

 

[canam]

Based on your pros and cons the Speed Twin 900 would be your best bet. But if it were me I'd go to the 1200 version for more power, but again, that's me. When I'm in the mood to ride like a hooligan, I choose this one:
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To just ride and have some fun, I put this one in SPORT mode and it's a blast:
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Pretty much I have a bike for every mood I might be in so I'm not stuck with just one 2-wheel conveyance option.

yes speed twin has the tubeless wheels a biggie for me but the tank is small for riding the outback.

 

[atomsplitter]

There are a lot of guys on the Bobber forum that swapped the tank off a Speedmaster for the peanut tank (2.4 gal) on their Bobber. Fits like a charm and more fuel. Should be able to do that with a similarly framed bike. One guy even put a Thruxton tank on his Bobber.

 

[canam]

There are a lot of guys on the Bobber forum that swapped the tank off a Speedmaster for the peanut tank (2.4 gal) on their Bobber. Fits like a charm and more fuel. Should be able to do that with a similarly framed bike. One guy even put a Thruxton tank on his Bobber.

oh I assumed the fuel pump/filter were in the tank. and maybe there are keys involved? I'd go for the t100 with a bit larger tank but want the tubeless wheels. compromises.

 

[atomsplitter]

oh I assumed the fuel pump/filter were in the tank. and maybe there are keys involved? I'd go for the t100 with a bit larger tank but want the tubeless wheels. compromises.

No 'keys' that I know of, and yes the pump is in the tank. Also in the case of the Bobber/Speedmaster, they use the same fuel pump/gasket, so they can be easily swapped out.

 

[Qship]

Not sure if you can get a larger tank for the T100, as it already has same tank as the T120(3.8 US gallons, or 14.5 litres)
You can get stuff to seal the spoked wheels and run tubeless tires if that's something you'd consider.

 

[canam]

Not sure if you can get a larger tank for the T100, as it already has same tank as the T120(3.8 US gallons, or 14.5 litres)
You can get stuff to seal the spoked wheels and run tubeless tires if that's something you'd consider.

I was thinking of going with the speed twin for the tubeless wheels but I think it's 3.2 gallon is a bit small if I want to go beyond the coffee shop. would prefer a 3.8 at a minimum. yes can seal the spokes and it's been done but it's not something I want to do. I'll have to decide which compromises I can live with and choose. I'm leaning to speed twin with it's sucky tank size.

 

[atomsplitter]

If you don't mind waiting for a few months to get your order you can get Kineo tubeless spoked wheels that are quite stylish:
https://www.bikehps.com/acatalog/Kineo-Tubeless-Wire-Spoked-Wheels-Triumph-Speed-Twin-900.html

 

[Qship]

^ Those are sharp looking.

 

[Vector]

I was thinking of going with the speed twin for the tubeless wheels but I think it's 3.2 gallon is a bit small if I want to go beyond the coffee shop. would prefer a 3.8 at a minimum. yes can seal the spokes and it's been done but it's not something I want to do. I'll have to decide which compromises I can live with and choose. I'm leaning to speed twin with it's sucky tank size.

At 60+ MPG 3.2 will get you 180+ miles.