Cool-Motorcycles reviews Triumph Bonneville T100

Quite simply, a true classic in every sense.
The Bonneville T100 recaptures the classic 60’s styling with a wide selection of features.  Two tone paint, spoked wheels, fork gaiters, twin ‘peashooter’ style exhaust silencers, chrome engine covers and black instrument surrounds complete that classic look.

While the styling is pure 60’s, the engineering is right up to date. Like all 2009 Bonnevilles, the T100 benefits from the latest incarnation of Triumph’s legendary 865cc parallel twin, which is now fuel injected.  This bike will not only stop people in their tracks, but with disc brakes front and rear, it will stop you nicely too.  This is without a doubt a modern motorcycle for the classic rider.

FEATURES

Engine

The T100’s full-blooded and responsive 865cc parallel twin-cylinder engine delivers throaty acceleration, amplified by the mellow backbeat from its twin peashooter exhaust pipes. Maximum power of 68PS (67bhp) arrives at 7500rpm, with peak torque of 69Nm (51ft.lbf) delivered at 5800rpm.

Fueling

The T100 features a fuel injection system designed for clean running and to meet Euro 3 legislation.  The retro styling remains uncompromised though, as the fuel injectors are cleverly concealed by throttle bodies designed to look like traditional carbs.

Exhaust System

A pair of chromed stainless peashooter-style silencers handle the exhaust gases and enhance the traditional appearance of the bike.

Chassis
The chassis – a tubular steel frame, 41mm telescopic forks and chromed twin rear shocks – offers secure road-holding, effortless steering and easy-going manners, just as you would expect of a bike derived from Bonneville heritage. It’s topped by a generous seat, with plenty of room for two.

Fuel Tank

The T100 features a classically styled dual coloured tank, with hand painted coach lines, rubber knee pads and ‘60’s inspired chromed tank badges.

Brakes

The braking set-up of single front 310mm disc and 255mm rear, both worked on by powerful twin-piston calipers offers sensitivity, control and ample stopping power.

SPECIFICATIONS

Engine

• Type: Air-cooled, DOHC, parallel-twin, 360 degree firing interval
• Capacity: 865cc
• Bore/Stroke: 90 x 68mm
• Compression Ratio: 9.2:1
• Fuel System: Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with SAI

Transmission

• Final Drive: X ring chain
• Clutch: Wet, multi-plate
• Gearbox: 5-speed

Cycle Parts

• Frame: Tubular steel cradle
• Swingarm: Twin-sided, tubular steel
• Front Wheel: 36-spoke, 19 x 2.5in
• Rear Wheel: 40-spoke, 17 x 3.5in
• Front Tyre: 100/90 19
• Rear Tyre: 130/80 17
• Front Suspension: 41mm forks
• Rear Suspension: Chromed spring twin shocks with adjustable preload
• Front Brakes: Single 310mm disc, 2 piston caliper
• Rear Brakes: Single 255mm disc, 2 piston caliper

Dimensions

• Length: 87.8in
• Width (Handlebars): 29.1 in
• Height: 43.3in
• Seat Height: 30.5in
• Wheelbase: 59.1in
• Rake/Trail: 28 degree/110mm
• Weight (Dry): 451lbs
• Fuel Tank Capacity: 4.2 gal

Performance (Measured at crankshaft to DIN 70020)

• Maximum Power: 67bhp at 7,500 rpm
• Maximum Torque: 51ft.lbf at 5,800 rpm

Colours

• Jet Black/Fusion White
• Forest Green/New England White
• Claret/Aluminum Silver

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