Triumph Bonneville America reviews

I'm relatively new to riding. I love my Bonneville, it is perfect for me. This is my third bike. My previous bikes were V Star's, which are nice bikes, but I never felt totally comfortable on them. I heard the seat height was lowered on the Bonneville, so I tried a test ride, and realized immediately I didn't want my current bike anymore, I wanted a Bonneville. The Bonneville fits me so much better than the big cruisers did, and is sooooo easy to handle. It's much more nimble and shifts beautifully. I would recommend it for a beginner or a smaller rider... anyone who wants a bike that is easy to handle and fun to ride. Show less

This is a great bike. It has great value. It is also fun to ride. Show less

It's a classic smoking cool clean ride. Thumbs up all the time. It's a looker! I love my Bonneville T-100. Show less

I had ridden a GSX650 for a couple of years and it was very quick, but when I stepped up to a Triumph American Classic 900, I was blown away. The feel of precision and power, the almost spiritual feel, the glove comfort and sound of the engine is soothing and solid, never working at all. Wow, impressive is just the beginning. I am excited to ride, anxious actually. Show less

After one year of ownership, the Triumph only seems to run better. Unlike the 1960's era Triumphs, the America does not have a spot of oil or a loose part anywhere after 4,600 miles. Just amazing build quality and heavy duty chrome. With my wife on back (total 400 pounds) the bike accelerates effortlessly from 55 to 75 mph. - and that is going up hill. Show less

I bought my 2009 Bonneville T100 and quickly put 3,000 miles on it. The stock seat is terrible, so I upgraded it to a king and queen. It handles outstanding here on Pennsylvania's winding roads. I have a Victory Kingpin and the Bonney is more fun to ride. There's really no maintance involved, just change the oil every 6,000 miles. It always turns heads. Show less

It's light, nimble, powerful yet well-mannered. It's easy to ride, yet so far able to handle anything I ask it to do. It's retro-cool styling with modern technology. It has a decent price point. There's the fun of riding something different from everything else out there on the road. And the downside is..? Show less

I'm 42 years old and this is my first motorcycle. I started off wanting a Vstar 1100 but the first time I saw this bike I couldn't stop thinking about it. Mine is the Pacific blue with the white badge and I almost cried when they rolled it out to me at the dealership in Dayton, Ohio. From the first time I rode it I couldn't stop smiling. It gets lots of looks all around. I can't picture myself on anything but a Triumph. Show less

I've owned this bike for five years. I have never owned a bike that so many people come up to and stare and wow. I've owned Harleys and Hondas and this bike put them to shame. The handling and power are great for a bike this size. If you keep up with the services, you won't have any trouble. For riding around town or on a trip, it performs to the max. It's hard to imagine why more of these bikes are not sold in America - if you're looking for a high performance cruiser. Show less

I'm a 47 year old fellow who last owned a bike back in college. So when I started looking into getting back on a bike, I wasn't really sure where to start. I knew that I couldn't afford a Harley (nor wanted to buy one) and the metrics just didn't do it for me. I was looking for a bike with a sense of history and personality which brought me to the Triumph brand. Once I saw the America, my decision was made. It had great looks at a manageable size. I've put on just over 5,500 miles in less than three years and have no complaints. Adding a few after-market upgrades at a reasonable pace has kept the newness factor just where it needs to be as well and, to boot, the family is on board. Just the other day, my wife asked if she could inherit the America when the time came to upgrade. Are you kidding me??? I'll have the best of all worlds. I get to ride with my wife and keep my other love nice and close. Show less