![]() ![]() On paper, the KYB suspension is a bit of a letdown with nothing in the way of adjustment, not even preload on the rear monoshock. The gap between seat and fender accentuates the look, you know, just in case it wasn't overt enough for ya, and the seat itself is adjustable for height as well as fore-and-aft position to accommodate a variety of body types. The solo saddle gives the look of the old spring-post seats, but the seat is hard mounted and all the springage in back comes from the coil-over rear shock neatly tucked away beneath the seat. Of course, they pale in comparison to the excellent little faux-rigid rear end that uses hardtail frame geometry in an articulated, triangular swingarm to mimic the look-rigid rear end that uses hardtail frame geometry in an articulated, triangular swingarm to mimic the look}}, but thankfully not the feel, of the old rigid frames. ![]() The antique battery case, loop-type rear fender, and drum brake-looking rear hub are far more than cursory features. We aren't talking about a few trim pieces or suggestive designs either. In fact, the factory went to great lengths to give this ride a retro-appeal like nothing else in the Triumph line. This Bonneville variant isn't exactly an exercise in subtlety. ![]()
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