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2008 Triumph Bonneville

• 2008 Triumph Bonneville

2008 Triumph Bonneville

A pedigree that few models can match.

A true roadster, the Bonneville matches classic British style to 21st century technology. This pairing of authenticity with modernity has led the Bonneville to become an icon in its own right with several famous designers creating their own signature tank designs. A cool way to cover the urban landscape; the Bonneville is agile in jammed streets and at home blatting down a leafy country lane. It has a pedigree few models can match plus a tangible credibility within today’s motorcycling world.

Also available is the subtle Bonneville Black – a Jet Black Bonneville complemented by a black engine finish.

The Modern Classics Range - Bikes that reflect the original freedom and fun of biking. Beautifully engineered and meticulously detailed - they’re the real thing. Powered by authentic air-cooled parallel twins, their performance, handling, brakes and fuel injection are bang up to date. And the look? - that’s genuinely classic.

FEATURES:

Engine
The Bonneville’s air-cooled, parallel twin cylinder engine offers a cubic capacity of 865cc for excellent midrange torque. Both pistons rise and fall together via a 360° crankshaft firing interval so the classic character of a British twin-cylinder engine is retained, whilst twin balancer shafts provide civility and refinement. 90% of peak torque is maintained from around 2500rpm through to redline providing smooth, effortless acceleration throughout the five gears.

Fueling
Twin carburetors with throttle position sensor and electric carburetor heaters

Exhaust System
A pair of classically styled peashooter pipes handle the exhaust gases and enhance the retro feel of the bike.

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.

Seat
The Bonneville’s seat is generous with plenty of room for two and elegantly embossed with the Triumph logo.

Chassis
The Bonneville’s low seat height (30.5inches) and similarly low center of gravity, make it a manageable motorcycle that all riders – ranging from those with little experience to those with lots – can appreciate. The tubular steel double cradle frame and box-section swingarm are incredibly strong and the relaxed steering geometry allows composure at speed as well as ensuring the Bonnie needs only light input at the handlebars.

SPECIFICATIONS USA - 2008 Triumph Bonneville:

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
Twin carburetors with throttle position sensor and electric carburetor heaters

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
87.8 in

Width (Handlebars)
33.1in

Height
43.3 in

Seat Height
30.5in

Wheelbase
59.1in

Rake/Trail
28 degree/110mm

Weight (Dry)
451lbs

Fuel Tank Capacity
4.4 gal

Performance (Measured at crankshaft to DIN 70020)
Maximum Power
66bhp at 7,200 rpm
Maximum Torque
52ft.lbf at 6,000 rpm

Colours
Aluminium Silver, Fusion White, Claret

Price
TBD

SPECIFICATIONS UK - 2008 Triumph Bonneville:

Engine Type
Air-cooled, DOHC, parallel-twin, 360 degree firing interval

Capacity
865cc

Bore/Stroke
90.0 x 68.0mm

Compression Ratio
Fuel System

Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection

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 R 17

Front Suspension
Kayaba chromed spring twin shocks with adjustable preload 106mm rear wheel travel

Rear Suspension
Chromed spring twin shocks with adjustable preload

Front Brakes
Single 310mm disc, Nissin 2 piston floating caliper

Rear Brakes
Single 255mm disc, 2 piston caliper

Dimensions
Length
2,230mm (87.8in)

Width (Handlebars)
740mm (29.11)

Height
1,100mm (43.3in)

Seat Height
775mm (30.5in)

Wheelbase
1,500mm (59.1in)

Rake/Trail
28 degree/110mm

Dry Weight
205kg (451lbs)

Fuel Tank Capacity
16 litres (3.5 gal)

Performance (Measured at crankshaft to DIN 70020)
Maximum Power
68PS / 67bhp / 50kW @ 7,500 rpm
Maximum Torque
69Nm / 51ft.lbf @ 5,800rpm

Colours
Claret, Aluminium Silver, Fusion White, (Bonneville Black with black covers)

Price
£5,399.00 'on the road' retail,
Bonneville Black SE £5,199 'on the road' retail

Specifications and features are subject to change

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