Triumph America

The Triumph America has had a few updates this year to make it aesthetically pleasing to ride. it has a lowered seat height of 27.1 inches which will allow for almost anyone to put there flat feet on the ground for support and control while stopped. It is lightweight at 550 pounds, has a long wheelbase of 63.6 inches and an 865cc DOHC, parallel-twin engine for power.

Overview

From a cross-town hop to an intercontinental tour, the America LT will take you there in style. Based on the engine, chassis and legendary styling of Triumph America, the LT adds a layer of touring capability and an enviable range of factory fitted extras designed to make those distrances a breeze. All the while maintaining the traditional deep chrome and polished detailing demanded of a classic cruiser, of course.

Styling:

Engine

Striking machined fins picks out the distinctive parallel twin shape, while chrome engine covers are offset against jet-black barrels and crankcases. A pair of wide, dramatically splayed exhaust pipes dominate the LT's front three-quarter profile with their classic 'header-run' following a straight line from the throttle bodies through to the headers. Triumph parallel twin heritage for all to see and admire.

Chassis

Swept-back classic styling, characterized by details such as the dramatic slab top yoke, center-mounted white-faced speedo, large single headlight, chrome tank console housing and filler cap, and hand-painted tanks and mudguard coachlines.

Engine:

Performance
Built to be ridden, not just to look good. The America's 865cc parallel-twin puts out a healthy 61PS with strong torque at low revs, peaking at 72Nm at just 3300rpm. Ideal for urban cruising at low speed revs at motorway speeds, even with a passenger or luggage on board.

This vertical twin is a true original. Drawing on Triumph heritage from fifties and sixties parallel twins and coupling that with modern technology and build standards, the engine in the America has a laid-back riding character that is unique to the cruiser world.

Configuration
Straight away people notice the America's unmistakably British style. Its pair of cylinders stand upright and proud and make a powerful statement. And, being air-cooled there's no radiator to spoil the view.

Chassis:

Suspension
With forks raked out at a shallow angle and feature polished shrouding and silver legs that match the chrome springs and covers of the laid-down, twin rear shocks. The America's suspension works hard to provide laid-back comfort and road feedback in true cruiser style.

Handling
Long, low and stable like a cruiser should be.

Everything about the America's chassis is focussed on balance and Triumph has matched each component carefully to maintain that steady, intuitive feel.

As a result, it's agile enough for an exciting ride when the road gets interesting and is more capable through the corners than most of its rivals.

It's so well-balanced that it is ideal for inexperienced riders as well as a satisfying cruise for those with a lot of miles behind them.

Brakes
Never too sharp or intimidating, braking is looked after by single discs front and rear to provide plenty of stopping force, whilst maintaining the overall balance of the chassis so every moment of your ride is confident and controlled.

Wheels and Tires
The cast aluminum wheels are small in diameter. 16 and 15 inches front and rear and fitted with chunky, deep sidewall tyres for a classic cruiser look and a more comfortable cushioned ride.
Seat Height
A seat height of just 690mm makes the America easy to control when gliding through traffic or parking. In fact, the set-up suits many riders that find other bikes too tall. Whatever your height though, easy positioning of the bars, seat and footrests means you'll quickly find your most relaxed and comfortable cruising posture.

Riding Position
As a pure unadulterated cruiser, your riding position should be upright, laid back and spacious. But never at the expense of comfort and sheer riding pleasure. So the America's bars hang high back so that the controls are closer to you. And Triumph has set the footrests far enough for comfort, without being too much of a stretch. Putting you in firm, confident control of your bike during busy urban riding or long-distance travel.

Footboards
High-quality aluminum foot-boards and removable skid plates come with a classic heel / toe gear shift, positioning the rider's feet for maximum comfort and control.

Saddlebags
At the back, the America LT's generous leather panniers are showerproof and come with metal buckles over durable, easy-to-use plastic clips.

Windshield
The tall wind-shield deflects the worst of the weather and is easily detachable (via a pair of spring-loaded levers at each side of the screen) to achieve a completely alternative look.

Back Rest - Sissy Bar
Triumph added a pillion backrest to add all day comfort for your passenger too.

Specifications

Year	2013
Manufacturer	Triumph
Model	America
Engine Type	DOHC, parallel-twin, 270º firing interval
Engine Displacement	865cc
Bore Stroke	90 mm x 68 mm
Cooling	Air-Cooled
Compression Ratio	NA
Fuel System	Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with SAI
Ignition	Electronic
Starting System	Electric
Transmission	Five Speed
Final Drive	X ring chain
Rake Trail	33º / 5.62 in.
Seat Height	27 in.
Wheelbase	63.6 in.
Front Suspension	KYB 41 mm forks with polished stainless steel shrouds and painted lowers
Rear Suspension	KYB chromed spring twin shocks with adjustable preload, 3.7 in. rear wheel travel
Front Brake	Single 310 mm disc, Nissin 2-piston floating caliper
Rear Brake	Single 285 mm disc, Nissin 2-piston floating caliper
Front Tire	130/90R-16
Rear Tire	170/80B-15
Fuel Capacity	5.1 gal.
Dry Weight	550 lbs. (Wet)
MSRP	$8,299