Triumph Bonneville: The Essential Buyer's Guide

Very good short read on Triumph motorcycles and what to look for. The author was very straight forward on what to expect when owning one of these older bikes and the issues an owner will encounter. I was looking for a nice bike to ride on the weekends or as an option to commute to work, but after reading, I'm thinking this isn't the bike for me. This $9 probably saved me a lot of frustration. If I wanted to work on or tinker with it and then have the satisfaction I fixed it myself, then I think that's more what the author was trying to say, at least that's my interpretation. For most, this book is probably about finding that perfect historic Triumph and it does a good job at doing that, but for me, it made me realize that I need a bike that I can just get on and go and not have turn a wrench first. It has me looking at more maintenance free options now.

This is a very good primer for anyone considering purchasing a Triumph Bonneville. Although written in England, the book is helpful to US and European Triumph fans alike. The author does a good job of distinguishing between the various eras of Bonneville, giving insight into the benefits and drawbacks of each type. The relatively small footprint of the book makes it easy to carry with you as you visit buyers for motorcycle evaluation. The content is organized well and the format is pleasing to the eye. What I'd like to have seen in the book is more detailed photos of the bikes, a checklist that could be replicated for use in field evaluations of the bikes and side-by-side photos of the different years of Bonnevilles. Again, very worth buying if you are in the market and an excellent effort, but could be better as well.

I think this is way overpriced for what it is. There are a few good points; but for what it costs I expected more than a 6" x 8" booklet with 64 pages!!!The only reason I still have it is it was not worth the hassle to return it!!! But it did have some nice pictures of Earlier Bikes.........It is obviously from England with English spelling and nomenclature; which for a Limey Bike I guess is a Good Thing!!! A good lesson in culture.......

I'm looking to by a Bonneville and this was a good start in what I needed to know to include a built in check list when you go look at a bike. Considering these bikes cost as much as they do, the minimal cost of this book could possibly keep me from making a mistake costing real $$$.

We saw this book reviewed in Classic Bike magazine, and were very happy to find it for sale on Amazon.It's smaller than I expected (5.5" x 8", 64 pages long), but there's lots of good information packed in a small space.The information contained is a wonderful compendium of information you'll need when purchasing (or restoring) a Bonnie. From proper paint to what's actually a 'good' deal, this book covers thing's you want to know whether you're purchasing your first vintage Triumph, or your fifth.

Book appears to be a quality publication. This particular example, however, was far from that. Adhesive labels had been removed, leaving blotches on both front and rear covers. This was obviously a retail shelf product that had been re-distributed. I have higher expectations from Amazon.

Exactly what I expected it to be. A brief review of the triumph models I was interested in purchasing soon

Photos and narrative are super modern evaluation tools.Should be required reading for anyone riding triumph motorcycles although it is not a lot of narrative for the price. Some things covered are common sense.

I have used the information in this book when looking for a Bonneville. Not found my bike yet but think it hassaved mr from expensive mistakes.

A small 'book' without enough detail about the specific year I'm interested in. Probably would not have bought the book if I'd viewed first.

good book

Greatest bike on all times. Buy it today.

as far as I could tell my son seemed pleased with this book. I would have to talk to him again but I'm sure I will have to get more along these lines.