Triumph Bonneville Recommendations

[golfingirl]

I am the proud new owner of an 06 Triumph Bonnerville T100. Now I'm looking for a cover for her. My requirements are all weather (not sure where she'll be parked right now) and one that can be put on while the pipes are hot.Thanks in advance.

 

[Rocky]

This is always a consideration when buying a motorcycle - where am I going to keep it so it will be safe from theft and vandalism, and not exposed to the weather.
I have a garage so have never had to think about that.
When I travel I sometimes carry a light cover just for the out-of-sight out-of-mind theory.
There are covers that have heat resistant material along the lower edge. Unless someone here has a clear recommendation, you may have to do an internet search.

 

[DaveM]

I have a cover even though my bike sits in the shed and I will never cover it while it is hot and allow at least an hour for it to cool down enough before covering it. I would say stop by a bike shop in your area and see what they have to offer and make sure it will cover your bike properly. You will then be able to also see first hand what type of protection it offers. Some of them come with a soft lining and this would be better to protect the paint from scratching.

And congratulations on the new bike

 

[CarlS]

CONGRATULATIONS! Welcome to the world of Triumph. For a cover, I recommend the Dowco Guardian.

http://www.dowcopowersports.com/Sto...26010-02 50034-00 26015-00 50012-00 50037-00)

I have two of these: Guardian® WeatherAll™ Plus Motorcycle Cover. You can put the cover on with hot pipes.

Oh, and we need to see a pic of the bike!

 

[hemibee]

I'll second Carl's recommendation. I don't own one but have seen the Guardian All-Weather Plus on a couple bikes at work, nice covers and look to be very well made.

 

[devo]

hey, big congrats on the purchase
as I,m here in NZ,I cant point you at a good cover available to you, but I will agree, covering your bike even in the garage is a great idea.
I generally throw a towel over the tank to avoid rub marks before fitting the cover.

 

[donroger1]

I would also recommend Dowco covers. Used to have these when the bikes were outside and they have heat protected surfaces for the exhaust areas. They usually have eyelets at the bottom center to bungy together so the wind doesn't lift the cover in extremely foul weather.

 

[hendo01]

hay i got mine from auto barn i shore thay would have them there under $80 aust

 

[CarlS]

Laura, another modification that most serious riders make is suspension upgrades. Out of the box, the Bonneville and T100 suspensions are adequate, not spectacular by any means. Upgrading the suspension transforms the bike. The ride is less harsh, the bike plants better in turns, and the overall handing greatly improves. Both of my T100's have Progressive springs in the forks and upgraded rear shocks. As you get to know your bike and experieince some miles on it, you might want to consider upgrading the suspension - if the previous owner has not already done so.

 

[golfingirl]

Thanks for the tips. I bought the Dowco all weather cover. Really nicely made and fits great.

 

[CarlS]

Very good. That is what I use for my bike that is under a shed.

 

[hendo01]

way to go

 

[hemibee]

Thanks for the tips. I bought the Dowco all weather cover. Really nicely made and fits great.

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[rodhotter]

remember my first bonnie a 70 T120R, built a small shed 2X2's and 3/8 ply to keep it light + cheap painted and roofed it. served me well for years, later my dad used it for mower storage