The all-new 2017 Triumph Bonneville Bobber was recently launched in the UK. This new model came shortly after the recent launch of the T100 range, as well as the Triumph Street Cup retro-racer.
The Bobber is based on the 1,200cc parallel-twin HT (High Torque) engine from the T120 series. This engine is claimed to produce more power than the standard engine due to a new twin-chamber airbox. The intake and exhaust has also been revised to produce more power, with the new slash-cut exhaust system being lighter and shorter than the unit on the T120.
The new frame has been designed specifically for the Bobber to accommodate the solo seat and shortened dimensions of the traditional “Bobber” look. The new frame also brings back the look of the original 1951 Speed Twin pre-unit construction, with the shock absorber hidden under the seat, giving the Bobber that hard-tail look. The Triumph Bobber only seats one and the suspension has been designed to match that. Braking is with a single disc front and rear with ABS being standard fitment. Triumph Bobber uses most modern day electronics like ride-by-wire, switchable traction control, ride modes – all of which contribute to riding safety. In addition, it also has a torque assist clutch which reduces lever effort at the handlebar, and according to the company increases clutch feel.
Triumph has not revealed the pricing for the 2017 Triumph Bobber as yet, but an announcement is expected to be made in December. There are four colour options available – modello red, jet black, ironstone and competition green/frozen silver.
