| Manufacturer | Triumph Motorcycles Ltd |
|---|---|
| Also called | "Bonnie" |
| Production | 2002–2005 790 cc 2006 on 865 cc |
| Engine | 865 cc air-cooled, DOHC, parallel-twin, 360 degree |
| Power | 67 bhp (50 kW) @ 7,500 rpm |
| Torque | 51 ft·lbf (69 N·m) @ 5,800 rpm |
| Transmission | 5-speed gearbox with chain final drive |
| Wheelbase | 59.1 inches (1,500 mm) |
| Dimensions | L 87.8 inches (2,230 mm) W 29.1 inches (740 mm) H 43.3 inches (1,100 mm) |
| Seat height | 30.5 inches (770 mm) |
| Weight | 451 pounds (205 kg) (dry) |
| Fuel capacity | 3.5 imperial gallons (16 l) |
The Triumph Bonneville T100 is a British motorcycle designed and built in Hinckley, Leicestershire by Triumph Motorcycles Ltd.
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Triumph launched the first new Bonneville for 15 years at the Munich Motorcycle Show in September 2000, with a 790 cc 360 degree crank parallel twin engine.[1] The T100 Bonneville, styled by John Mockett and David Stride, was launched as an uprated version initially with the 790 cc engine, and from 2005 with the 865 cc engine introduced on the 2004 Thruxton, and fitted to all Bonnevilles from 2007. The designation comes from the top speed of 100 mph (160 km/h) and it is sold as part of Triumph's "Modern classics" range. The engine gives 67 bhp (50 kW) at 7,200rpm and features double electrically heated carburettors. Triumph added an air injection unit near the spark plug to achieve emission regulations introduced in 2007.[2] For 2008 the T100 (like all Bonneville based models) was further updated with fuel injection to meet new Euro 3 emissions legislation. As well as cleaner running than a carburettor engine, the fuel injected system is also easier to start from cold. To retain the 'retro' styling the fuel injectors are hidden behind throttle bodies designed to resemble carburettors.[3]
Launched at the Birmingham Triumph dealer conference in July 2008 the 'SE' (for Special Edition) [4] Featuring matching speedo and tachometer, special polished alloy covers on a black engine and chrome Triumph tank badge, the SE has cast wheels, upswept silencers, shortened mudguards and a lower and narrower seat.[5] The 2009 SE takes its cues from the 1979 T140D Special Edition, which was the first Triumph to feature mag wheels and electronic ignition. [6]
For 2009, a 50th Anniversary Bonneville was developed based on the T100. A limited run of only 650 will be produced, with each one individually numbered, a brass plate on the handlebar clamp and a certificate of authenticity, signed by John Bloor.[7]
In 2006, designer Paul Smith personally designed a signature series. Nine Triumph Bonneville T100's were customised with one off paint schemes and used for display and promotion in Paul Smith designer shops. Although these were for sale through Paul Smith shops only, two of the original designs, the "Multi-Union" and "Live Fast" were put into limited production with fifty of each design were produced. Each motorcycle was individually numbered and authenticated with a certificate, signed by Paul Smith and John Bloor.[8]