OK had for 6 months and me age 47
Rode 250cc then 125s back in the 80s on L plate then passed test on an Automatic in 2005............DOH!! finally got around to Manual test and picked up this for 3k Wow what a babe, plenty of power, beautiful, and v v v easy to ride
Had an electrical prob' that took 2 months to find so I kept breaking down in the wet, the AA were getting sick of rescue. Found the fault and now bike goes brill'
Last Sunday returned from Penzance to London (320 miles) bike was smooooth as could be :) Top speed 110 MPH 100 mile per 10 pound tank at today's prices (1.20 per liter)
Took a while to adjust to Bike riding as opposed to Scooter and my legs and back ached a little, but the T100 is actually quite roomy when compared to other bikes in similar class so was just old man me :( ha ha
No petrol gauge, clock, top box, or any fancy stuff, just a dammm beauty

Like many, I am a returning rider well into my 50's, and having owned 2 Bonnies back in the 70's and 80's, I can say that the 2009 T100 version is a huge improvement and a great bike. Smooth pulling and much better top-end; great handling, and just a hint of vibration to remind of the older machines. The only disappointment is the exhaust note which is pretty feeble compared with the old Bonnie "roar". I would have thought Triumph could do better despite the tough emissions regulations.

I am new to motorcycling. Last week I passed my test (Direct Access) yesterday I bought a Triumph Bonneville T100 865cc straight out of the showroom. I also rode one yesterday for the first time. All I can say it was wonderful. Everything worked smoothly, the handling was superb. I felt as if I had finally arrived in the world of motorcycling. I can understand why many of the reviews say this is the greatest bike ever made. I am proud to own a triumph and be part of British motorcycle history. I am 59 years of age.

I bought my black and gold Triumph Bonneville T100 865cc, 2006 model at one year old, 420 miles on the clock. She has fork gaiters, a GIVI 660 screen, heated bars, tank knee pads, centre stand, a thunderbird seat and rear rack with grab rail. All were fitted by the original owner and included in the trade-in for my Transalp.
Being 54 years old, had bikes since 14, passed my advanced test, currently also owning a 72 Daytona and MT 350 Harley, having done several cross continent rides, owned many Jap/BMW/HD bikes, I think I can comment from a point of knowledge. This is the best bike ever made.

I enjoy riding my Truimph Bonneville especially after I changed the pipes it now sounds like a Truimph, beautiful sound that turns heads particularly old heads. The bike is easy to ride, handles well, the disc brakes are adequate, although a 2nd disc on the front wheel would increase the stopping power when the bike is push hard. The finish on the bike is very good from the paint work to the quality of the chrome.

I am really very happy with the Triumph Bonneville, having ridden scooters (Vespa T5) for the last 9 years, this bike is the perfect step up to a bigger bike, excellent ride comfort, I rode 200 miles on the first day, performance as others have mentioned is not superbike quality. Some class the new Bonnie as a sports tourer but I think it is more of a retro tourer.
If you like the look of it, buy it!

After not riding a motorcycle for thirty years, at age 66 I decided to "get back into it". I had last ridden a Triumph in 1976 and liked it so decided to try one again. My longest ride in one day is 675 miles with no adverse effects on these "middle aged" bones. To accomplish this, whenever I stopped for gas I would eat a light snack, drink water and do some stretching exercises. I could have rode longer but didn't want to wind up in an area without a motel.

Fast. 1960s retro look. Modern technology. Corners very well and has good central balance. I feel its very good value for money as most of the Triumphs are, a smooth quite ride with a faint whistle, sounds great. It's a winner style and attitude, as cool as the other side of a pillow