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  1. Sarah A

    Sarah A New Member

    Apr 16, 2018
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    Hi there!

    My name is Sarah and I live in London, originally from South Africa.

    Just got my first 'big bike', a green and gold Triumph Bonneville T100 '07. I'm really enjoying it so far, just getting used to the height (I'm 5'2 so a bit of an adjustment) and the weight compared to my old Jap 125.

    Been wanting a Triumph forever, so I'm very happy. If anyone has any advice on potentially and cost-effectively lowering the bike by an inch or two that would be very helpful. I'm also experiencing some juddering and vibrating when using the front brake at lower speeds, and am really hoping it's something small and easy to fix and not a more serious issue.

    Looking forward to being part of the forum!

    Thanks, Sarah
     
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  2. mpllineman

    mpllineman First Class Member

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    Hi Sarah and welcome to the forum. I too recently bought my first triumph and am a happy camper. As for your problem, check out the delboy videos on youtube. I am much happier with my scrambler now that I can place both feet firmly on the ground!

    and don't forget to always ride safe.
     
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  3. Tucker 1963

    Tucker 1963 Elite Member

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    Welcome to the Asylum you should fit right in.
    To keep the inmates happy we will need photos.
    Tucker
     
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  4. Sarah A

    Sarah A New Member

    Apr 16, 2018
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    Thank you, I'll do some researching this evening :)
     
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  5. Hack Driver

    Hack Driver Well-Known Member

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    Welcome from another new member. You've already gotten some good advice above and I'm sure more will be on the way. In addition to what you will find here, other sites touch on this topic. A quick Google search resulted in these and other links:

    http://www.triumphrat.net/air-cooled-twins-technical-talk/189653-advice-on-lowering-t100.html

    https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/progressive-fork-lowering-kit-for-triumph-bonneville

    https://www.triumphtalk.com/threads/lower-shocks.24878/

    Just develop a keen sense about what is fact and opinion before you spend a bunch of money. Enjoy your new ride!
     
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  6. dilligaf

    dilligaf Guest

    Hi Sarah and welcome
     
  7. Red Thunder

    Red Thunder Crème de la Crème

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    Welcome to the forum Sarah
    What was it about Triumph that appealed to you so much?
    ...and what brought you to London?
     
  8. Bad Billy

    Bad Billy Baddest Member

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    Well it wasn't the weather!
    Welcome Sarah by the way.
     
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  9. Tiglet

    Tiglet Vintage Member

    Mar 28, 2016
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    Hello Sarah and welcome to the forum :)
     
  10. lexy

    lexy Well-Known Member

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    Welcome Sarah enjoy the forum and the new 'Bonnie' :sun::sun:
     
  11. Angus

    Angus Noble Member

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    Welcome in Sarah from a fellow (still in SA) member. Pictures is compulsory ! I saw a very nice looking T100 at Traditional Triumph in Edenvale over the weekend. With the roll out of a newly appointed importer for Triumph they are now only a service dealer whilst the new Triumph store gets constructed and ready to open in May. I can not wait literally to see the new RS Triple in person ! Anyway I hope you enjoy the new bike and that you get the small niglets sorted ! Ride safe
     
  12. stevethegoolie

    stevethegoolie Elite Member

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    My ex wife had the seat on her Kawasaki Z400 re-sculptured to make getting her feet on the ground easier. Made life much better for her.

    Sorry .... nearly forgot me manners - welcome, Sarah!
     
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  13. Wessa

    Wessa Cruising

    Apr 27, 2016
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    Hi and welcome.
    Wessa
     
  14. capt

    capt Elite Member

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    Hi Sara,
    Try putting slightly heavier springs in the front forks or longer spacers (same net effect) then lower the front by 3/4 to an inch , the stiffer front stops sag and allows the front to be lowered. This will give you two net benefits, 1st some of the lowering you are after ... As much as 35 mm seat height drop ! The other benefit is slightly faster turn in !
    As to the slight juddering you speak of, look at the head stem bearings, they maybe a smidgen loose ! They are probably ball and race ? You can replace them with tapered roller type bearings , much less prone to loosening and therefore less prone to juddering !!
    I have done this on my 08/09 America and cured it of many small problems, handling is much improved..!
     
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  15. steve lovatt

    steve lovatt Something else

    May 12, 2014
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    Hi and welcome to the forum :cool:
     
  16. Tigcraft

    Tigcraft Unheard of Member

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    Hi and welcome Sarah, the bonneville v T100, you’ve picked the taller bike unfortunately but never mind. Re-front brake, I’d start with a quick rub down clean with abrasives on the disc as it could be where mild oxidation has formed round the uncovered area of the pads and sometimes it feels lumpy. That’s the first and easiest fix to try.
     
  17. Dave C

    Dave C Elite Member

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    Hello Sarah and welcome aboard, glad to see your'e getting some good advice, enjoy the forum and safe riding.
     
  18. R_1000

    R_1000 Elite Member
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    #18 R_1000, Apr 18, 2018
    Last edited: Apr 18, 2018
    Welcome buddy :)

    Where about in London are you? I am in Edgware. We will be at Frith Street opposite Bar Italia this Friday evening between 9-10PM. Don't expect much though.....aimless conversations and tea after tea :D. If you are close by please do stop over :)
     
  19. SixtiesBiker

    SixtiesBiker Well-Known Member

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    Welcom. Happy days on your bike.
     

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