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The need to ride lies deep within the human soul. The open road beckons,
waiting to be ridden and the America is the passport to freedom. With its
wide bars, forward-set highway pegs and relaxed, twin cylinder
power the America cruises the streets, mixing classic British engineering
with style from the highways of the USA.
And its a blend that works superbly. The America has proven a very popular
bike, especially in the States, the spiritual home and birthplace of the cruiser-style
motorcycle.
Based as it is around the polished Bonneville the America builds on a fantastic
package. The basic architecture of the Americas 790cc air-cooled DOHC
eight-valve twin-cylinder engine is as the Bonnie but a 270° firing interval
rather than 360° gives a loping exhaust note and a mellow
power delivery thats big on easy-going drive and heavy with character.
Spinning a fat, 170/80-section rear tyre (crowning a meatily-spoked 15-inch
rim) through a five-speed gearbox the engine fires its heartbeat out through
a pair of deep-chrome slash-cut mufflers. Heavy duty, wide-set telescopic
forks add substance and a solid look to the Americas raked front end,
as does the 18in front wheel, shod with its 110/80 tyre. Disc brakes matched
to twin-piston calipers take care of the stopping duties.
The Americas built to cover ground and its relaxed riding position,
with forward set highway pegs, wide raked-back handlebars and
low 28-inch seat height aid rider comfort and control, perfect for those long
days in the saddle.
But this bikes also built to be admired and from its slab-style top
yoke to chromed shock absorbers the America is the very essence of cruiser
chic. Centrally mounted above the teardrop-shaped 16.6 litre fuel tank is
a deep-chromed instrument console matching classic-style Triumph tank badges.
A white-faced chrome-bezelled speedo sits rakishly above the single headlight
and with a nod to the past, the pillion footrest hangers echo the lines of
the trademark toolboxes of pre-war Triumphs.
Two-tone paintwork, with hand-applied coach lines tops the America with a
choice of Goodwood Green with Silver infill and, new for 2005, Mulberry Red
with Graphite infill. For those prefering simplicity, a stylish single-tone
Jet Black option is also available.
Cruising is all about the essence of freedom and individuality and the America
provides both. Its also ready to further personalise, with the simple
addition of luggage and extra chrome work. There are also entire custom-painted
body kits to mark out a personal identity.
To some, the America is just perfect as it rolls out of the factory. To others
its simply the starting point
Specification changes for 2005:
- New Mulberry Red with Graphite infill paint scheme
2005 Triumph America Specifications
ENGINE
Type Air-cooled, DOHC, parallel-twin, 270º firing interval
Capacity 790cc
Bore/Stroke 86 x 68mm
Compression Ratio 9.2:1
Fuel System Twin carburettors with throttle position sensor and electric carburettor
heaters
Ignition Digital - inductive type
TRANSMISSION
Primary Drive Gear
Final Drive X ring chain
Clutch Wet, multi-plate
Gearbox 5-speed
CYCLE PARTS
Frame Tubular steel cradle
Swingarm Twin-sided, tubular steel
Wheels Front 36-spoke,18 x 2.5in
Rear 40-spoke, 15 x 3.5in
Tyres Front 110/90 18
Rear 170/80 15
Suspension Front 41mm forks
Rear Chromed spring twin shocks with adjustable preload
Brakes Front Single 310mm disc, 2 piston caliper
Rear Single 285mm disc, 2 piston caliper
DIMENSIONS
Length 2420mm (95.2in)
Width (Handlebars) 960mm (37.8in)
Height 1170mm (46.1in)
Seat Height 720mm (28.3in)
Wheelbase 1655mm (65.2in)
Rake/Trail 33.3º/153mm
Weight (Dry) 226kg (497lbs)
Fuel Tank Capacity 16.6 litres (4.4 gal US)
PERFORMANCE
(MEASURED AT CRANKSHAFT TO DIN 70020)
Maximum Power 62PS (61bhp) at 7,400 rpm
Maximum Torque 60Nm (44ft.lbf) at 3,500 rpm
COLOURS Jet Black, Goodwood Green / Silver, Mulberry Red / Graphite
Specifications are subject to change without notice, in accordance with national regulation and legislations.
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