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2015 Triumph America
2015 Triumph America
2015 Triumph America
2015 Triumph America
2015 Triumph America Review
2015 Triumph America 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.
This bike isn’t just built to look a certain way, it’s built to feel a certain way.
The America is engineered around a unique engine so you get a truly authentic ride. One that connects you to Triumph’s long and rich cruiser heritage.
We’re talking about its distinctive, air-cooled parallel-twin that gives you the riding experience you expect from this class but with a very individual British flavour.
Taking classic cruiser appeal and blending it with Triumph reliability and everyday practicality.
2015 Triumph America www.Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features
The Triumph America is the most accessible and user friendly machine in Triumphs cruiser range delivering an authentic cruising experience with an elegant simplicity.
690mm low seat height for low centre of gravity and ease of accessibility
Iconic and charismatic 865cc parallel twin engine delivers relaxed and manageable power delivery
270o firing configuration with 61PS on tap and 72Nm (53 Ib.ft) of torque.
Classic cruiser looks combined with intuitive handling
The America is available in:
Phantom Black
Morello Red
2015 Triumph America www.Totalmotorcycle.com Features and Benefits
Styling
THE LOOK
Pure cruiser with a British twist. With its eye-catching chromed and polished instruments, headlight bowl, shrouded front forks, twin rear shocks and engine covers. From the moment you see the America, and every second you ride, it feels every bit as authentic as it looks.
ENGINE
We have drawn from our heritage and set our unique British 865cc vertical twin at the heart of the long, low and sleek frame. Proud and upright, it not only looks the part, it breathes through carefully shaped, deep chrome exhausts to create a noise that connects you to the ride.
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.
Feel
An engine like this is about more than just the numbers. It’s about the way it feels.
It responds to the throttle obediently, allowing you to accelerate confidently. And we’ve carefully modulated its vibration levels to allow you to connect with the ride without it becoming intrusive on long trips. Then there’s the off-beat 270-degree firing interval and mellow soundtrack that gives substance to the America’s cruiser styling for a bike that sounds, looks and, above all, feels amazing.
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.
2015 Triumph America – www.Totalmotorcycle.com USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: $8399 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
length2387mm
width handlebars920
height without mirror1175mm
seat height690mm
wheelbase1610mm
rake33º mm
trail143mm
tank capacity5.1us gallon
wet weight250 kg
dry weight231 kg
Performance
max power ec61BHP @ 6800
max torque ec72 NM @ 3300
Fuel Consumption
urban48us mpg
56mph/90kph59us mpg
75mph/120kph55.5mpg
2015 Triumph America – www.Totalmotorcycle.com Canadian Specifications/Technical Details
Canada MSRP Price: $9399 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
length2387mm
width handlebars920
height without mirror1175mm
seat height690mm
wheelbase1610mm
rake33º mm
trail143mm
tank capacity5.1us gallon
wet weight250 kg
dry weight231 kg
Performance
max power ec61BHP @ 6800
max torque ec72 NM @ 3300
Fuel Consumption
urban48us mpg
56mph/90kph59us mpg
75mph/120kph55.5mpg
2015 Triumph America – www.Totalmotorcycle.com European Specifications/Technical Details
Europe/UK MSRP Price: £7399 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 mirror1175mm
seat height690mm
wheelbase1610mm
rake33º mm
trail143mm
tank capacity19.5l
wet weight250 kg
dry weight231 kg
Performance
max power ec61BHP @ 6800
max torque ec72 NM @ 3300
Fuel Consumption
urban57.3mpg
56mph/90kph71.1mpg
75mph/120kph55.5mpg
Manufacturer Specifications and appearance are subject to change without prior notice on Total Motorcycle (TMW).
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