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10/03/2005: "The 2005 Triumph America"
True competition for the Harley Sportster range and even stands up to the style of the Softail, this new Triumph is a throwback to the days of Easy Rider, but with a dash of 2005 cosmopolitan style. The curve of the tank gives it a hint of racer, but the deep throaty sound of the engine says 'american cruiser' loud and clear. The 33.3 degree angle of the rake gives it that laid back feel while managing to achieve a sleek sporty effect, streamlined rather than splayed and messy. It has a growing amount of excellent reviews amongst the biker community, including talk of its miles-for-money efficiency and how easy this model is to maintain.
Coming in Jet Black, Goodwood Green/Silver, or Red/Graphite, each model oozes sleek nostalgia, and it presents an impressive range of statistics:
ENGINE
Type: Air-cooled, DOHC, parallel-twin, 270 degree firing interval
Capacity: 790cc
Bore/Stroke: 86 by 68mm
Compression Ratio: 9:2:1
Fuel System: Twin carburettors with thrttle position sensor and electric carburettor heaters.
Ignition: Digital - induction 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, tabular steel
Front Wheel: 36-spoke, 18 by 2.5in
Rear Wheel: 40-spoke, 15 by 3.5in
Front Tyre: 110/90 18
Rear Tyre: 170/80 R 15
Front Suspension: 41mm forks
Rear Suspension: Chromed spring rear shocks with adjustable preload
Front Brakes: Single 310mm disc, 2 piston caliper
Rear Brakes: Single 285mm disc, 2 piston caliper
PERFORMANCE
Maximum Power: 62PS (61bhp) at 7,400 rpm
Maximum Torque: 60Nm (44ft.lbf) at 3,500 rpm
For quotes and information on this model, please phone us at your GT Motorcyle showroom and you can be guarunteed the excellent service this model deserves, and a competitive price.
For some information and additional images on this and their other 2005 models visit the Triumph official website.
