anyone go for a ride today? Pics?

[Jedz123]

Gabbed about 500 miles over the weekend... Most on this Gem, Finally grabbed it!

2018 Triumph Bonneville T120

At Lurch's for lunch after the pickup.
Met up with Jethro that evening and then back home to do some, work... The long way home of course!

Ran into my Buddy Brian and he got to give it a go too! Said the only bike he's ridden that's comparable was my Suzuki GS750...

Yesterday I installed engine guards and a windshield. With the Cruise control and wind protection this thing just eats miles... One of the most comfortable Bikes I have ever owned none the less rode... 100 miles yesterday no problem...

Buying and riding the Harley's was a very good experience however It really taught me that Harley's are not for me... I went through the motion and gave it an honest go.

Glad to be on a proper modern classic; standard motorcycle.

 

[Redman]

I think my retirement started today (not back in November).

Yah, What coffee shop to ride to this morning, and where to ride to after that. (no pictures).

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[Jedz123]

I think my retirement started today (not back in November).

Yah, What coffee shop to ride to this morning, and where to ride to after that. (no pictures).

.

NIIIIIICE!!!!

I still have a few more decades till I'm at that point :disturbed:

 

[storm 64]

Very nice looking motorcycle Jedz. I'm sure you'll be doing a full ride report.

 

[Jedz123]

Thanks!

Shan and I went for a 50 mile spin tonight... By far the most comfortable motorcycle for both of us 2 up... You can't beat that bench seat!

Phenomenal ride tonight.

 

[Redman]

..
Shan and I went for a 50 mile spin tonight... By far the most comfortable motorcycle for both of us 2 up... You can't beat that bench seat!............

Ah, So you got the bike for her concern. What a guy.

 

[Guest]

Nice bike, but when do you think you'll be man enough for a dirt bike?

 

[Redman]

Evening ride.

Back to my old tricks.

And found my way into the state park campground (empty cuz not open yet).

 

[Jedz123]

Man that sun is gorgeous Dave!!!
So glad to see you out and about back in full swing!
Best,

 

[Jedz123]

Nice bike, but when do you think you'll be man enough for a dirt bike?

HAHAHA Never!!!
Seriously, I have no interest in a dirt bike, but a dual sport... I could see that down the line. I would use it to explore and camp... Maybe in a few more years Street riding is very exciting still for me.

 

[steve murdoch]

The Bonneville looks great, Jedz.
Glad to see the dual front discs. I like the look and probably performs a bit better?
The smaller black fly-catcher suits the bike as well.

 

[Jedz123]

The Bonneville looks great, Jedz.
Glad to see the dual front discs. I like the look and probably performs a bit better?
The smaller black fly-catcher suits the bike as well.

Yes the Nissin brakes are actually quite good on this bike. Stops very quickly and with ABS I'm not afraid to yank on the lever.
We used them last night and the bike came to a stop very quickly even 2 up.
The more I ride it the more I feel like I'm riding a Skunk GS1000E or CB900... A big classic UJM, except with way more tech and less weight. And Stupid smooth.
The other screen looked goofy and was causing some nasty buffeting. The Fly screen looks 10X better, not the best wind protection but better than nothing.

 

[Admiral Beez]

First ride ever on my new to me GS650G! I can't believe the differences from my 1969 Triumph. Sure, I expected more power, but the lack of vibes, smoothness, and fun factor were so much improved.

 

[Jedz123]

First ride ever on my new to me GS650G! I can't believe the differences from my 1969 Triumph. Sure, I expected more power, but the lack of vibes, smoothness, and fun factor were so much improved.

Those GS650Gs are great bikes to just put miles too. Just keep your eye on the oil and oil pressure. They aren't nearly robust as their ball bearing crank brothers.

 

[MechMessiah]

Damn, with all those lens flares I feel like I'm watching a J.J. Abrams movie. Looks good though.

 

[Jedz123]

It's hard taking pictures of it in the sun... I can't seem to focus them out... Ahh 1st world problems. Haha

 

[Downs]

Took the long way home since dealership doesnt open till 9 and I needed to pickup some parts. They were doing a Slingshot demo day so I got to take one of those for a spin too.

 

[Admiral Beez]

Those GS650Gs are great bikes to just put miles too. Just keep your eye on the oil and oil pressure. They aren't nearly robust as their ball bearing crank brothers.

Thanks. I've read that some folks replace their oil sight glass with a pressure gauge.

 

[Guest]

Damn, with all those lens flares I feel like I'm watching a J.J. Abrams movie. Looks good though.

I'm glad J chose this version over the blacked out version with the stoopit hipster brown seat.

 

[Downs]

Thanks. I've read that some folks replace their oil sight glass with a pressure gauge.

..............what?