Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Three motorcycles - a Norton Commando, a Kawasaki ZZR1400 and a Triumph T100 Centenary Bonneville. Which two do I regret selling, and which bike was I happy to dump?
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Video Chapters
• [00:00] Intro: The Regrets and the Reliefs Wobbly Phil introduces the common rider's dilemma: the classic bikes we miss and the ones we couldn't wait to see the back of.
• [00:40] A Quick Update & "Business" Trips A brief note on why this week's video is a bit shorter and a humorous clarification regarding private islands and bankers.
• [01:10] Keeper #1: The Norton Commando The story of Phil's beloved 90s purchase, the struggle with mechanics, and the smooth, torquey ride that made it a favorite.
• [02:10] The Heartbreaking Sale Reflecting on the financial necessity of selling the Commando in 2008—a decision Phil still regrets today.
• [02:35] Keeper #2: Kawasaki ZZR1400 A surprising entry: the modern sports tourer that replaced a stolen Honda and delivered "train-like" grunt and 0-60 in 2.6 seconds.
• [03:20] Speed Limits and "Bum Pucker" Moments Recounting a high-speed motorway realization and the challenges of maneuvering a 600lb beast at low speeds.
• [04:36] The "Dumper": The Bikes That Had to Go Honorable mentions for the "underpowered" Royal Enfield Continental GT535 before revealing the true winner (or loser).
• [05:01] The Regretful Buy: 2002 Triumph Bonneville T100 Centenary Why this "special edition" was a massive disappointment, from being outrun by delivery vans to its lackluster 790cc engine.
• [06:33] Closing Thoughts on Modern Retros How the early Hinckley Triumph experience soured the brand for Phil, and an invitation for viewers to share their own "keepers" and "dumpers."
Credits and links:
Norton Commando pure sound - Classic Moto
youtube.com/watch?v=MW11BjFi1P4&t=87s
ZZR 1400, 2006 Acceleration - Istvan Szabo
youtube.com/watch?v=6sIYIjmXYBM&t=1s
ZZR1400 ZX14R high speed ride 2 - rolandsv8
youtube.com/watch?v=sE3fWl2KwAE&t=116s
Kawasaki ZZR 1400 fra 2008 - MN Motorcykler
youtube.com/watch?v=US6uZzfT-6g
BSA Ariel 3 - Walk Around and Short Ride Out - Motorcycle Fettlers
youtube.com/watch?v=iD02hIfd1As&t=41s
Triumph T100 Centennial Edition Cold Start - HCA BAT TRIUMPH
youtube.com/watch?v=nE5zRR5WFX0&t=5s
#classicmotorcycles #classicmotorbike #vintagemotorcycle #1970smotorcycles #1970s #motorcycling #oldmotorcycle #triumphbonneville #zzr1400 #zx14r #nortonmotorcycles
Three motorcycles - a Norton Commando, a Kawasaki ZZR1400 and a Triumph T100 Centenary Bonneville. Which two do I regret selling, and which bike was I happy to dump?
Please do consider subscribing as it costs you nothing but really helps the YouTube algorithm understand that 3Phils is an established channel with interesting content. Thank you.
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Don't forget to join us on Facebook too!
facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550349542826
Video Chapters
• [00:00] Intro: The Regrets and the Reliefs Wobbly Phil introduces the common rider's dilemma: the classic bikes we miss and the ones we couldn't wait to see the back of.
• [00:40] A Quick Update & "Business" Trips A brief note on why this week's video is a bit shorter and a humorous clarification regarding private islands and bankers.
• [01:10] Keeper #1: The Norton Commando The story of Phil's beloved 90s purchase, the struggle with mechanics, and the smooth, torquey ride that made it a favorite.
• [02:10] The Heartbreaking Sale Reflecting on the financial necessity of selling the Commando in 2008—a decision Phil still regrets today.
• [02:35] Keeper #2: Kawasaki ZZR1400 A surprising entry: the modern sports tourer that replaced a stolen Honda and delivered "train-like" grunt and 0-60 in 2.6 seconds.
• [03:20] Speed Limits and "Bum Pucker" Moments Recounting a high-speed motorway realization and the challenges of maneuvering a 600lb beast at low speeds.
• [04:36] The "Dumper": The Bikes That Had to Go Honorable mentions for the "underpowered" Royal Enfield Continental GT535 before revealing the true winner (or loser).
• [05:01] The Regretful Buy: 2002 Triumph Bonneville T100 Centenary Why this "special edition" was a massive disappointment, from being outrun by delivery vans to its lackluster 790cc engine.
• [06:33] Closing Thoughts on Modern Retros How the early Hinckley Triumph experience soured the brand for Phil, and an invitation for viewers to share their own "keepers" and "dumpers."
Credits and links:
Norton Commando pure sound - Classic Moto
youtube.com/watch?v=MW11BjFi1P4&t=87s
ZZR 1400, 2006 Acceleration - Istvan Szabo
youtube.com/watch?v=6sIYIjmXYBM&t=1s
ZZR1400 ZX14R high speed ride 2 - rolandsv8
youtube.com/watch?v=sE3fWl2KwAE&t=116s
Kawasaki ZZR 1400 fra 2008 - MN Motorcykler
youtube.com/watch?v=US6uZzfT-6g
BSA Ariel 3 - Walk Around and Short Ride Out - Motorcycle Fettlers
youtube.com/watch?v=iD02hIfd1As&t=41s
Triumph T100 Centennial Edition Cold Start - HCA BAT TRIUMPH
youtube.com/watch?v=nE5zRR5WFX0&t=5s
#classicmotorcycles #classicmotorbike #vintagemotorcycle #1970smotorcycles #1970s #motorcycling #oldmotorcycle #triumphbonneville #zzr1400 #zx14r #nortonmotorcycles
