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Posted On 25 Jun 2024
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NEW TRIUMPHS THE BONNEVILLE IS ALL GROWN UP
Triumph has thrown the covers off a four year project to give you the next generation of the iconic Bonneville with five exciting new bikes.
From the fun and accessible ride ability of the new Street Twin, to the timeless style of the Bonneville T120 and T120 Black, through to the Thruxton and Thruxton R, the Triumph racing legend is reborn. All bikes come with 100% authentic Bonneville character and truly modern capability and performance.
Powered by an all-new engine family built specifically for the modern classic riding style, the bikes offer more torque, more immediate and exciting power delivery and a richer sound you can really feel and hear. The Street Twin features an all-new high torque 900cc parallel twin engine, while the rest of the family goes large with an equally new 1200cc parallel twin powerplant.
The Bonneville T120 and T120 Black have what Triumph calls the “High Torque” version and the Thruxton models have the “High Power” version. All of the family’s engines are now liquid-cooled for better fuel consumption and an even smoother ride.
Triumph says that the bikes feature rider-focused technology which has been implemented with care to deliver an engaged and safer ride, without compromising the style or character of the bikes – this includes ABS, traction control, slip assist clutch, ride-by-wire throttle and rider modes (T120, T120 Black, Thruxton R and Thruxton), distinctive LED rear lights on all models and LED DRL headlights on all the 1200s (where legislation allows), USB charging socket and an engine immobiliser.
A completely new, ground up chassis design, unique to each motorcycle, incorporates all-new suspension and geometry, so all of these bikes will deliver what Triumph says is stunning handling, outstanding stability and neutral handling tailored to the style and character of each motorcycle, making them easier to ride for longer.
Each model has also undergone a beautiful evolution of the iconic Bonneville styling with tighter and more crafted styling cues faithfully taken from classic Bonneville bikes of the past. And there are more than 470 new accessories!
We can’t wait to ride them and The Bear is already dreaming of owning the T120. I feel the Street Twin will be the massive seller out of the family and it’s great to see the attention to detail, while improving performance has been blended nicely. As soon as we get to ride them, you’ll be reading the reviews in these pages! SW
carbon, the red stripes and the Dark Chrome paintwork on the frame.
The exclusive forged wheels with exposed machined finish enhance the muscular design of the bike. Other new features on the 2016 version of the Diavel Carbon include the exhaust manifolds with Zircotec ceramic coating. In addition, the bike boasts a totally redesigned seat with new and exclusive trim.
Get into your local Ducati dealer to secure this stylish machine.
“JUST SMILE AND WAVE, BOYS. SMILE AND WAVE.”
See Madagascar with Touratech
Have you ever dreamed of exploring an exotic island on a motorbike? This dream could now come true. Under the slogan “United People of Adventure“, Touratech founder, Herbert Schwarz, and his wife, Ramona, invite motorcycle travellers from six continents to join them on an adventure ride on the Island of Madagascar – on fully equipped Touratech bikes and with the appropriate riding gear.
If you don’t want to miss this once in a lifetime chance, apply online with a short video at www.real-adv.com and/ or for further information and conditions of participation.
SLICK AND TRICK
Ixon Pitrace jacket
Price – $199.95
The Pit Race is the slick, versatile and durable sports riding jacket used and trusted by Australian stunt rider, Dave McKenna. It comes with loads of mesh panels to help keep you cool and CE protectors on the elbows and shoulders. Not only is the new Pit Race jacket incredibly inexpensive, it’s well thought out too with a classic collar, pocket for the optional CE back protector and a zip to connect to pants at the back. Seeing there is so little room for carrying items on most bikes, the six pockets will come in handy: two external, two internal, one waterproof and one back pocket dedicated to insert storage. See your local bike shop or www.ficeda.com.au
WAVE THE FLAG
Arai Vector II helmet
Price – $649.95
The popular and heavily revised Arai Vector II helmet now comes in this exciting Australia Flag design. Show your Aussie support and wear it with pride. See your local bike shop or www.cassons.com.au
KICK START MY HEART
Rocky Creek Designs Jump Starter
Price – $98.95
This little lithium jump starter is pocket-sized and light but packs a real punch. It will easily tuck into a tank bag, top box or pannier.
The mini jump starter comes with a recharging plug suitable for both BMW (merit) sockets and normal car type accessory sockets.
The jump starter offers a USB port and 1-into-4 5V/2.1A USB accessory cable that can plug into many different devices including Apple,Samsung, HTC, Nokia, Motorola, and Sony phones, iPads, GPS etc. It also has an LED flash light with 3 modes:illumination, strobe or SOS. This mini jump starter has short circuit protection, overcharge protection and discharge protection. Don’t let yourself be stranded with a fl at battery. Pop a mini jump starter into your bag! Buy it direct from Rocky Creek Designs – www.rockycreekdesigns.com.au or call Ph: 02 6689 5703.
