Retro Meets Modern: 2011 Triumph Bonneville T100

The British brand has included a classic parallel-twin roadster to its 2011 line of motorcycles, namely the Bonneville T100. The machine blends traditional styling with modern engineering and technology, and comes with a two-year unlimited mileage warranty.

The 865cc parallel-twin double overhead camshaft engine that delivers 68 hp comes with modern fuel injection, with retro touches that include dummy pushrod tubes and positioning of the ignition key. Peashooter silencers, classic two-tone color options and spoked steel wheels (with a larger 19” front) are also included.

Completing the 1960s look are rubber fork gaiters, knee pads and classically styled handlebar mounted speedometer and rev counter, which includes a clock and trip information. Modern disc brakes, suspension and steel cradle frame blend seamlessly into the package. The exhaust comes with stainless steel headers and twin chromed silencers.

The traditional Bonneville styling is completed by two-tone color options, with hand painted gold or silver coachlines. Three regular options are available: Phantom Black with Fusion White, Forest Green with New England White and the new Vintage Cream and Chocolate. The popular single colour Jet Black option is also available and comes with matching black-finished engine cases.

“Triumph’s Bonneville ruled the roads during the 1960s and no modern motorcycle replicates so closely the style and experience of those golden years than the modern day Bonneville T100,” a company statement reads. “With its traditional wire wheels and coachlined two-tone paintwork, the Bonneville T100 looks like it could have been built in 1969. But look closer and you will see a modern machine dripping with authentic touches only Triumph can deliver.”