2003 Triumph Bonneville America

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2003 Triumph Bonneville America

2003 Triumph Bonneville America

2003 Triumph Bonneville America

2003 Triumph Bonneville America

 

– 2003 Triumph Bonneville America

Bonneville America

A true original that has taken the cruiser class by storm, the America has been one of Triumph’s most successful models launched so far. Sales have far outstripped expectations and demand for this evocative machine shows no sign of slowing down.

The enduring appeal of the America lies in a European heritage married to stateside styling elements to create a modern, yet resonantly classic alternative to American or Japanese machinery. The fact that the America is in such demand in the cruiser heartland of the USA speaks volumes for its integrity as a design and the enduring appeal of the Triumph name.
Built to turn heads in city streets and cope with the demands of long distance open road cruising, this low-slung masterpiece of styling is engineered to perform. Built around the 790cc DOHC eight-valve Bonneville engine, the America’s seductive off-beat exhaust note comes from the 270 degree firing angle of the twin cylinder unit, instead of the more usual 360 degree set-up. The America is big on character and easy to live with.

Driving through a five-speed gearbox the relaxed engine beat from the chromed slash-cut mufflers provides a potent soundtrack for the longest trip. And the America does distance to perfection. With forward-mounted chromed footpegs matched to a low 28inch seat height and raked back handlebars on a slab-style top yoke, the laid-back riding position offers day-long comfort and control in a finely developed ergonomic package.

There’s no shortage of shine to set-off the traditional cruiser-style lighting and instrumentation. Centrally-mounted above the long-distance 16.6 litre fuel tank is a deep-chromed instrument console matching the old-style chromed Triumph tank badges. Raked back from the top slab-yoke is a chrome-bezelled, white-faced speedo above the chromed shell of the single headlight. Even the pillion footrest hangers are styled to resemble the trademark toolbox from pre-war Triumphs. Two-tone, hand-coachlined paint schemes complete the picture with a third option – vivid Caspian Blue with Silver infill – added for 2003.

Running on an 18-inch front wheel, mounted in brushed-finish heavy-duty wide-style forks and a 15-inch rear wheel wearing a fat 170 section rear tyre, the America is built to take on whatever the open road can throw at it. With disc brakes and two-piston calipers front and rear stopping is more than taken care of.

And with an ever-growing range of dedicated Triumph accessories ready to custom fit, the America can be as personal a statement as anyone chooses to make about their style of motorcycling. From luggage to extra chrome embellishments, from brake upgrades to clutch covers, there are even entire custom-painted bodywork kits to bring out the individual in each and every owner.

Colour Options

Jet Black with Silver infill
Caspian Blue with Silver infill
Cardinal Red with Silver infill

Triumph Accessories

Chrome Aftermarket Silencers – Short (for off-road use only)
Chrome Aftermarket Silencers – Full Length (for off-road use only)
Alarm/Immobiliser (Thatcham Category MC1 compliant)
Slanted Leather Panniers
Rectangular Leather Panniers
Fabric Panniers
Leather Tank Cover
Summer Screen
Roadster Screen
Colour Co-ordinated Fly Screen
Tinted Fly Screen
Colour Co-ordinated Air Dam
Colour Co-ordinated Side Panel
Knee Pads
Roadster Seat
Gunfighter Seat
Solo Seat
Touring Seat
Pillion Touring Pad
Front Seat Rail
Engine Dresser Bar Kit
Analogue Clock
Low Sissy Bar Kit
High Sissy Bar Kit
Sissy Bar and Rack
Chrome Rack (Seat Pad Mount)
Light Bar and Light Kit (Road legal in US only)
Footboard Kit
Chrome Fork Shrouds
Chrome Cam Cover
Chrome Chain Guard
Chrome Foot Control Bar
Chrome Battery Box Cover
Chrome Lower Yoke Cover
Chrome Lifter Arm Cover
Chrome Number Plate Bracket
Chrome Rear Footrest Hangers
Chrome Sprocket Cover
Chrome Luggage Rack
Chrome Rocker Gear Lever
Chrome Caliper Covers
Chrome Axle Nut Covers
Single Seat Rear Footrest Hanger Finishers
Custom Painted Bodywork
Various Tank Badges
Tachometer
34PS Restrictor Kit
Auxiliary Power Socket

Specification

ENGINE
Type Air-cooled, DOHC, parallel twin, 270° 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 Spoked, 18 x 2.5in
Rear Spoked, 15 x 3.5in
Tyres Front 110/80 R 18
Rear 170/80 R 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 2424mm (95.4in)
Width (Handlebars) 955mm (37.6in)
Height 1184mm (46.6in)
Seat Height 720mm (28.3in)
Wheelbase 1655mm (65.2in)
Rake/Trail 33.3°/153mm
Dry Weight 226kg (497lb)
Fuel Tank Capacity 16.6 litres (4.4 gal US)

PERFORMANCE
(Measured at crankshaft to DIN 70020)
Maximum Power 62PS (61bhp) at 7,400rpm
Maximum Torque 60Nm (44.3ft.lbf) at 3,500rpm
Warranty 2 years, unlimited mileage
Service Intervals 4000 miles or one year, whichever comes first