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2015 Triumph America LT
2015 Triumph America LT
2015 Triumph America LT
2015 Triumph America LT Review
2015 Triumph America LT on www.Totalmotorcycle.com
To the onlooker, Triumph Cruiser bikes could be mistaken for being just about pure classic cruiser style…
But one ride tells you that they are about surprising levels of agility and performance in a bike that can deliver an engaging ride every day. They just happen to do it with that pure classic cruiser style.
From a cross-town hop to an intercontinental tour, the America LT will take you there in style. Based on the engine, chassis and legendary styling of our America, the LT adds a layer of touring capability and an enviable range of factory fitted extras designed to make those longer distances a breeze. All the while maintaining the traditional deep chrome and polished detailing demanded of a classic cruiser, of course.
2015 Triumph America LT www.Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features
The America LT adds a layer of touring capability to the America via a range of carefully selected factory fitted extras designed to make long distance riding even more comfortable and convenient.
Comfortable all day riding position with a sumptuous, scalloped seat, wide footboards, pulled back handlebars, and excellent wind protection.
Detachable high level tour wind shield for weather protection
Stylish showerproof leather panniers
Pillion back rest / Sissy Bar
The America LT is available in
Pacific Blue & Sapphire Blue dual tone paint.
2015 Triumph America LT www.Totalmotorcycle.com Features and Benefits
Styling
ENGINE
Striking machined fins pick out the distinctive parallel twin shape, while chrome engine covers are offset against jet-black barrels and crankcases. A pair of wide, dramatically splayed exhaust pipes dominate the LT’s front three-quarter profile with their classic ‘header-run’ following a straight line from the throttle bodies through to the headers. Our parallel twin heritage for all to see and admire.
Chassis
Swept-back classic styling, characterised by details such as the dramatic slab top yoke, centre-mounted white-faced speedo, large single headlight, chrome tank console housing and filler cap, and hand-painted tank and mudguard coachlines.
Engine
Performance
Built to be ridden, not just to look good. The America’s 865cc parallel-twin puts out a healthy 61PS with strong torque at low revs, peaking at 72Nm at just 3300rpm. Ideal for urban cruising at low revs but with enough muscle for serious long distances at motorway speeds, even with a passenger or luggage on board.
This vertical twin is a true original. Drawing on our heritage from fifties and sixties parallel twins and coupling that with modern technology and build standards, the engine in the America has a laid-back riding character that’s unique to the cruiser world.
Configuration
Straight away people notice the America’s unmistakably British style. Its pair of cylinders stand upright and proud and make a powerful statement. And, being air-cooled there’s no radiator to spoil the view.
Chassis
Suspension
With forks raked out at a shallow angle and feature polished shrouding and silver legs that match the chrome springs and covers of the laid-down, twin rear shocks. The America’s suspension works hard to provide laid-back comfort and road feedback in true cruiser style.
Handling
Long, low and stable like a cruiser should be.
Everything about the America’s chassis is focussed on balance and we’ve matched each component carefully to maintain that steady, intuitive feel.
As a result, it’s agile enough for an exciting ride when the road gets interesting and is more capable through the corners than most of its rivals.
It’s so well-balanced that it is ideal for inexperienced riders as well as a satisfying cruise for those with a lot of miles behind them.
Brakes
Never too sharp or intimidating, braking is looked after by single discs front and rear to provide plenty of stopping force, whilst maintaining the overall balance of the chassis so every moment of your ride is confident and controlled.
Wheels and Tyres
The cast aluminium wheels are small in diameter. 16 and 15 inches front and rear and fitted with chunky, deep sidewall tyres for a classic cruiser look and a more comfortable cushioned ride.
Seat Height
A seat height of just 690mm makes the America easy to control when gliding through traffic or parking. In fact, the set-up suits many riders that find other bikes too tall. Whatever your height though, easy positioning of the bars, seat and footrests means you’ll quickly find your most relaxed and comfortable cruising posture.
Riding Position
As a pure unadulterated cruiser, your riding position should be upright, laid back and spacious. But never at the expense of comfort and sheer riding pleasure. So the America’s bars hang high and wide but are also pulled back so that the controls are closer to you. And we’ve set the footrests far enough forward for comfort, without being too much of a stretch. Putting you in firm, confident control of your bike during busy urban riding or long-distance travel.
Footboards
High-quality aluminium foot-boards and removable skid plates come with a classic heel/toe gear shift, positioning the rider’s feet for maximum comfort and control.
Saddlebags
At the back, the America LT’s generous leather panniers are showerproof and come with metal buckles over durable, easy-to-use plastic clips.
Windshield
The tall wind-shield deflects the worst of the weather and is easily detachable (via a pair of spring-loaded levers at each side of the screen) to achieve a completely alternative look.
Back Rest – Sissy Bar
We added a pillion backrest to add all day comfort for your passenger too.
2015 Triumph America LT – www.Totalmotorcycle.com USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: $9799 USD
Engine and Transmission
typeAir-cooled, DOHC, parallel-twin, 270º firing interval
capacity865cc
bore90mm
stroke68mm
systemMultipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with SAI
exhaustStainless steel twin-walled headers, twin chromed silencers
final driveX ring chain
clutchWet, multi-plate
gearbox5-speed
oil capacity1.2 US Gallon
Chassis Running Gear and Displays
frameTubular steel cradle
swingarmTwin-sided, tubular steel
Front WheelsCast aluminium alloy 12-spoke 16 x 3in
Rear WheelsCast aluminium alloy 12-spoke 15 x 4.0in
Front Tires130/90-16
Rear Tires170/80 B15
Front SuspensionKayaba 41mm forks with polished stainless steel shrouds, 120mm travel
Rear SuspensionKayaba chromed spring twin shocks with adjustable preload, 96mm rear wheel travel
brakes frontSingle 310mm disc, Nissin 2-piston floating caliper
brakes rearSingle 285mm disc, Nissin 2-piston floating caliper
instrument display and functionsAnalogue speedometer with odometer and trip information
Dimensions and Capacities
length2387 mm
width handlebars920
height without mirror1480mm
seat height690mm
wheelbase1610mm
rake33º mm
trail143mm
tank capacity5.1us gallon
wet weight270 kg
dry weight
Performance
max power ec61BHP @ 6800
max torque ec72 NM @ 3300
Fuel Consumption
urban48us mpg
56mph/90kph59us mpg
75mph/120kph56mpg
2015 Triumph America LT – www.Totalmotorcycle.com Canadian Specifications/Technical Details
Canada MSRP Price: $10899 CDN
Engine and Transmission
typeAir-cooled, DOHC, parallel-twin, 270º firing interval
capacity865cc
bore90mm
stroke68mm
systemMultipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with SAI
exhaustStainless steel twin-walled headers, twin chromed silencers
final driveX ring chain
clutchWet, multi-plate
gearbox5-speed
oil capacity1.2 US Gallon
Chassis Running Gear and Displays
frameTubular steel cradle
swingarmTwin-sided, tubular steel
Front WheelsCast aluminium alloy 12-spoke 16 x 3in
Rear WheelsCast aluminium alloy 12-spoke 15 x 4.0in
Front Tires130/90-16
Rear Tires170/80 B15
Front SuspensionKayaba 41mm forks with polished stainless steel shrouds, 120mm travel
Rear SuspensionKayaba chromed spring twin shocks with adjustable preload, 96mm rear wheel travel
brakes frontSingle 310mm disc, Nissin 2-piston floating caliper
brakes rearSingle 285mm disc, Nissin 2-piston floating caliper
instrument display and functionsAnalogue speedometer with odometer and trip information
Dimensions and Capacities
length2387 mm
width handlebars920
height without mirror1480mm
seat height690mm
wheelbase1610mm
rake33º mm
trail143mm
tank capacity5.1us gallon
wet weight270 kg
dry weight
Performance
max power ec61BHP @ 6800
max torque ec72 NM @ 3300
Fuel Consumption
urban48us mpg
56mph/90kph59us mpg
75mph/120kph56mpg
2015 Triumph America LT – www.Totalmotorcycle.com European Specifications/Technical Details
Europe/UK MSRP Price: £8149 GBP (On The Road inc 20% Vat)
Engine and Transmission
typeAir-cooled, DOHC, parallel-twin, 270º firing interval
capacity865cc
bore90mm
stroke68mm
systemMultipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with SAI
exhaustStainless steel twin-walled headers, twin chromed silencers
final driveX ring chain
clutchWet, multi-plate
gearbox5-speed
oil capacity4.5 litres
Chassis, Running Gear and Displays
frameTubular steel cradle
swingarmTwin-sided, tubular steel
Front WheelsCast aluminium alloy 12-spoke 16 x 3in
Rear WheelsCast aluminium alloy 12-spoke 15 x 4.0in
Front Tyres130/90-16
Rear Tyres170/80 B15
Front SuspensionKayaba 41mm forks with polished stainless steel shrouds, 120mm travel
Rear SuspensionKayaba chromed spring twin shocks with adjustable preload, 96mm rear wheel travel
brakes frontSingle 310mm disc, Nissin 2-piston floating caliper
brakes rearSingle 285mm disc, Nissin 2-piston floating caliper
instrument display and functionsAnalogue speedometer with odometer and trip information
Dimensions and Capacities
length2387 mm
width handlebars920
height without mirror1480mm
seat height690mm
wheelbase1610mm
rake33º mm
trail143mm
tank capacity19.5l
wet weight270 kg
dry weight
Performance
max power ec61BHP @ 6800
max torque ec72 NM @ 3300
Fuel Consumption
urban57mpg
56mph/90kph71mpg
75mph/120kph56mpg
Manufacturer Specifications and appearance are subject to change without prior notice on Total Motorcycle (TMW).
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