When it comes to retro street cars, there is a brand that has to say, that is Triumph, because the Triumph Bonneville series is the "handle" in the retro wave, and the Bonneville series is also the purest in the hearts of many people. One of the retro cars. In October last year, with the official opening of the first authorized dealership after Triumph entered the Chinese market, the Bonneville series officially met with domestic car fans in the form of a big trade. Today I will talk to you about the representative and charming Bonneville T100/T120 twin brothers.
If you want to talk about the history of these two brothers, in 1959, Triumph commemorated Johnny Allen's racing achievements in Bonnieville 4 years ago when he drove the "Devil's Arrow" with a triumphal two-cylinder 650mL engine. The Bonneville series was launched. The name of Bonneville (Bonneville) is a speed mecca from Utah, USA, bearing the glorious history of triumph. The first generation of Bonneville was equipped with a two-cylinder 650mL engine, named T120. In September 2001, Triumph launched the T100 using a 790mL engine. The Bonneville series returned to the mainstream market. In 2016, the T120 was upgraded to a 1200mL displacement two-cylinder engine. In 2017, the T100 was upgraded to a 900mL two-cylinder engine. After more than half a century, the Bonneville series still retains its original appearance. It has been imitated and never surpassed. This retro car with British style and solemnity is revived with the retro trend.
1959 Bonneville T120
Bonneville T120, as a classic model of Triumph, is still inspired by the original Bonneville in 1959. Modern technology is used to create a modern classic car. Triumph’s intentions can be seen from the details. The headlights are equipped with LEDs, the instrument retains the retro style and the LCD screen, the water-cooled engine retains the air-cooled heat sink, the retro design of the engine side cover, and the handle adds electric heating. The functions, the EFI components that mimic the shape of the carburetor, and the retro connectors on the head of the exhaust pipe all remind people that this is a car that perfectly combines modern technology and retro elements. In addition to the high-torque engine, pure style and exquisite details, as well as the pursuit of the original Bonneville original shape, the T120 has become a classic icon that has been evolving over time.
In terms of performance, the T120 uses a parallel twin-cylinder 1200mL water-cooled 8-valve engine with a 6-speed gearbox. The design of the engine meticulously retains the Bonneville styling elements of the 1860s. The maximum torque is 105N·m (3100r/min), which is 54% higher than the previous generation, and the maximum horsepower is 59kW (6550r/min). At the same time, ABS system (can be turned off), traction control system (can be turned off), slip clutch and riding mode selection (rainy, road) are also added.
The smaller displacement Bonneville T100 has a lighter, more flexible, easy-to-handle control characteristic, suitable for users who do not need the large displacement of T120. The Bonneville classic shape is also adopted, and the overall appearance is very similar. The T100 is equipped with a parallel twin-cylinder 8-valve water-cooled engine with a displacement of 900mL. Compared with the T120, the power is reduced. The maximum power is 40.5kW (5900r/min), the maximum torque is 80N·m (3230r/min), and the transmission system becomes 5 speed. Gearbox. Compared with other configurations, the T120 lacks riding mode selection, the front brake is changed from dual discs to single floating discs, handlebar heating, details of some exterior parts, etc., but it is also equipped with an ABS system, a sliding clutch, and a traction control system. And other configurations. (The T100 windshield, bumper and part of the decoration in the picture are modified parts)
Some friends may think that these two BonIs there only a difference in displacement and configuration for the neville brothers? In fact, the difference in driving experience between these two cars is far greater than it looks on the books, and the author believes that the difference in driving experience is more important to consider when choosing these two cars.
As far as the handling performance of the T120 is concerned, there are not too many problems in this displacement class retro car. The overall style is relatively stable, with its own low-torque and strong characteristics. The power output in the first and second gears is at low speed. The performance is a bit abrupt at times, which makes it feel not very smooth during low-speed steering and other operations, giving people the impression of low-speed and slightly bulky. At high speeds, the T120 shows good stability, and the overall driving experience is more like a cruiser.
If you ride a T100 after riding a T120, you will be surprised by the difference between the two cars. It is hard to believe that the two cars are from the same car series, with the same frame, shock absorption and other configurations. T100's handling performance is very light and flexible. If you score the handling, the T120 is a normal level for a retro model of the 1200mL level, then the T100's performance is excellent, and its driving feel is more like a 500mL displacement class, rather than The real 900mL. There is no harm if there is no comparison. Compared with the T120, the T100 is more flexible at low speeds, and the power output at low gears is smoother. For novices, it reduces the pressure during low-speed operation. It is stable when the speed is 120km/h upwards. Will be less than T120, of course, this is only relative. The reason may be that the weight of the T120 engine causes the center of gravity to be more forward, the unsprung mass is slightly larger, and the power adjustment in low gears is not smooth enough to cause its handling differences at low speeds.
In terms of power, as two classic retro cars that pay attention to style, they have some excess power in daily use, but after all, there is still Bonneville's racing tradition. The upgrade of the two cars can give people the same up and down displacement. Passionate acceleration feeling. In the acceleration test, the 0-100km/h acceleration time of the T100 is 5.3 seconds, and the 0-100km/h acceleration time of the T120 is 4.1 seconds. Among the retro street cars, the performance of both cars is very good, and the T120 is also With greater power and torque, this project is faster than T100 in the whole process, and the gap gradually widens after 0-60km/h. In this case, T120 wins a round.
In terms of braking, the two cars are evenly matched. In the braking configuration, both cars use NISSIN (Nissin) calipers, and the rear brakes are both 255mm brake discs and dual-piston calipers. The front brake of T120 is dual 310mm brake discs with dual-piston calipers, and T100 is 310mm floating brake discs (T120 is fixed) and dual-piston calipers. From the configuration point of view, the braking configuration of the T120 seems to be slightly better, but the actual test did not open a significant gap. The T120's 60-0 (km/h) and 40-0 (km/h) braking distances are 15.4 meters and 6.3 meters, respectively, while the T100's results are 15.8 meters and 6.5 meters, respectively.
In addition to these differences, the two cars actually have many of the same advantages in performance, such as the distinctive sound of the Triumph Bonneville, the sound of the torpedo exhaust, but it is not annoying, and the loudness is controlled. It's just right. In addition, vibration control is also the common advantage of the two cars. If it is not deliberately felt during driving, it is difficult to be disturbed by the vibration of the pedals, cushions and other parts. In addition to the small vibration of the engine itself, the generous retro cushion and fuel tank The thick rubber anti-skid pads on the sides also play a very good role in filtering shock. With its very comfortable riding triangle, you will not feel uncomfortable riding these two bikes for several hours.
Finally, summarize the purchase recommendations of the two cars. The price difference between the two cars is only 12,000 yuan ( T100 is priced at 116895 yuan, T120 is priced at 128895 yuan ). T120 has a larger row. The amount, two more riding modes and heating of the handlebars, and some differences in appearance details, are suitable for fans who want more sports passion, a more vigorous voice, and more obsessed with the pure blood of the T120. And if you want a British retro car that is sufficient and easier to ride, and usually does not toss, then the T100 is more suitable for you. The only thing I feel a bit regretful is the lack of the electric car with the appearance of the carburetor on the T120. Spray components, have to sigh triumphantThe knife technique is too precise.
