Triumph Bonneville T100 & Street Twin 2021 - More Power!

They're not full new editions of the sleek Bonneville models, but they are well thought-out upgrades. Triumph looked at the weaknesses and potential areas for improvement, and tightened the screws in the appropriate places. The most work was put into the Triumph Bonneville T100.

The 900cc high-torque engine of the T100 was revised for 2021 and the improvements are impressive. It now produces 65 hp at 7,400 rpm, 10 hp more, and delivers more torque as well. 80% of the 80 Nm peak torque is available permanently from 2,000 to 7,000 rpm. At the same time, a thin-walled clutch cover and a magnesium camshaft cover make the engine noticeably lighter. Overall, the new T100 is 4 kg lighter than its predecessor, which, combined with the higher output, should result in significantly more agile riding performance. On top of that, the new engine is of course also Euro 5 compliant.

To ensure the T100 can handle a sportier riding style, the chassis was also improved. At the rear, the stereo shock absorbers continue to do the springing, but at the front there's now an upgrade to a higher-quality cartridge front fork. The brake system has also been improved. Now a Brembo 2-piston front brake does the stopping. When it comes to electronics, the T100 sticks to the essentials, but it does come equipped with the latest generation of ABS and switchable traction control.

Something has changed on the outside, but the basic recipe remains the same. One reason for the success of the Bonneville series is certainly the wealth of detail. The T100 too is designed through and through, from front to back. New instruments with Bonneville branding, a traditional script logo, blacked-out and powder-coated engine & camshaft covers, piping on the seat, knee pads at the characteristic tank cutouts, a steel rear fender and chrome mirrors, handlebar, headlight surround and fuel filler cap. The list could go on, but in short, plenty of attention continues to be paid to the T100's looks. If the standard design still isn't enough, there are 117 different genuine accessories available.

The Bonneville T100 is available in Lucerne Blue/Fusion White, Jet Black, Carnival Red/Fusion White, and also with an A2 restrictor kit from April 2021. Also great: the service intervals are 16,000 kilometers. The new Bonneville T100 will be available from April 2021 at Triumph dealers in Germany for 10,650 euros (plus delivery costs) and in Austria for 11,400 euros (including costs and NOVA).

The best-selling model in Triumph's Modern Classic Bikes range has already delivered 65 hp from its high-torque engine since the last update. That level has been maintained while at the same time meeting the Euro 5 standard and improving efficiency. Torque sits at 80 Nm at 3,800 rpm.

Modern Classics customers love classic bling-bling, which is why the 2021 Street Twin comes with new bodywork, new cast wheels, a new seat, and improvements to several details. For example, the headlight brackets and several other components are now made from brushed aluminum. If that's still not refined enough, Triumph offers 120 genuine accessories for the Street Twin.

Anyone who now thinks the Street Twin is just a poser bike meant to look pretty is mistaken. It too gets the new cartridge fork, the improved Brembo 2-piston brake, a torque-assist clutch, and a lower 765 mm seat for improved ergonomics. It also boasts a solid electronics package with ride-by-wire, two riding modes, ABS, and switchable traction control.

The Street Twin is available from April 2021 and comes in Cobalt Blue, Matt Ironstone, and Jet Black. Service intervals here are also 16,000 km. The new Street Twin will be available from April 2021 at Triumph dealers in Germany for 9,300 euros (plus delivery costs) and in Austria for 9,950 euros (including costs and NOVA).

Limited to 1,000 units, this most refined of all Street Twins offers all the upgrades of the standard model in an exclusive exterior. The classic Triumph logo on the tank, hand-painted gold pinstriping by paint specialists on the unique Matt Sapphire Black finish, and machined details on the spoked wheels are just examples from the Gold Line's gorgeous design.

The Street Twin Gold Line will be delivered from June 2021, including a certificate of authenticity. Big surprise: despite all the exclusivity and elegance, the price stays at a fairly sober level. It's set to cost 9,900 € in Germany. In Austria, buyers will have to put down 10,550 €.

It's not just the T100 and the Street Twin that got updates. The Triumph Bonneville T120 & T120 Black 2021 show off a few new features too, and the Triumph Bonneville Bobber and Speedmaster 2021 also become more capable and comfortable.