EFI Bonneville America

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Hey Chris - It depends on how big you and the old girl are.
For me it's underpowered for 2-up work. Great solo.
Whereas it isn't for the Hippie - eg.
You would have to ride one to decide. A non efi one would give you enough of an impression.

Rode an '06 Speedmaster yesterday which is close enough to the America i am looking at.
To sum it up?..............SWEET! a real nice bike.The main concern I had was the difference in torque between it and the 1200 HD i currently ride.
Yeah there is a difference but there is still PLENTY down low for two up riding, i put her into 5th and left it there (traffic permitting) around town and it pulls smoothly from basically any speed. A grouse bike that looks REAL NICE gotta get me one.!

[MD]

Rode an '06 Speedmaster yesterday which is close enough to the America i am looking at.
To sum it up?..............SWEET! a real nice bike.The main concern I had was the difference in torque between it and the 1200 HD i currently ride.
Yeah there is a difference but there is still PLENTY down low for two up riding, i put her into 5th and left it there (traffic permitting) around town and it pulls smoothly from basically any speed. A grouse bike that looks REAL NICE gotta get me one.!

If you rode the 06 carbie version then the 08 fuel injected has a bit more power. If you tested the Speedie at Motorad recently then that was an EFI model.

[Big Dave]

They are one of those DO NOT RIDE THE SPEC SHEET bikes.

Not overly fast or powerful, but there's still a modern 865 down there that is just real enjoyable to ride.

I was dribbling on the speedmaster in the window at amps yesterday. I like the new tank.

Moderne old skool. Bewtiful.

[swt 3]

I've got a 2004 bonnie America, was my first bike 18months ago. Now I'm onto a Street Triple, but hey, I still ride the Bonnie when I can. Something about the great sound it puts out. I had a ride on the new FI Speedmaster. Very nice. Not the same sound, but so easy to handle & very smooth. The ole Bonnie certainly feels a bit sluggish after that. Most impressed with the new Fuel Injection ones. Plus of course they are all the same size motor now. My 2004 Bonnie is the smaller motor. I still love the 'cruiser' style. Great looks, sound, and comfort. I must say my Bonnie looks like a Speedmaster as I have all the extra's one could want. Handle bars, after market exhausts, saddle bags, chrome covers, cute mirrors.

[Horse]

[...]I have all the extra's one could want. Handle bars, [...]

Handlebars are considered an "extra" on triumphs????