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2009Triumph Bonneville

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The 2009 Triumph Bonneville is a classic middleweight twin that appeals to riders seeking authentic retro styling with modern reliability. Its 865cc air-cooled engine delivers smooth, manageable power ideal for commuting and weekend cruising. Known for its timeless design and user-friendly character, it represents Triumph's successful revival of an iconic British motorcycle lineage.

Capacity
865.0 ccm
Engine
Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox
5-speed
Dry weight
203.0 kg
Seat height
775 mm
Power
67.1 HP (49.4 kW) @ 7500 RPM

What’s new for the 2009 Triumph Bonneville

vs the 2008
Spec20082009
Power 66.0 HP (48.5 kW) 67.1 HP (49.4 kW) @ 7500 RPM
Torque 52.0 Nm (5.3 kgf-m or 38.4 ft.lbs) 69.0 Nm (7.0 kgf-m or 50.9 ft.lbs) @ 5800 RPM
Fuel capacity 16.70 litres (4.41 US gallons) 16.00 litres (4.23 US gallons)
Front suspension 41mm forks 41mm forks. 120mm travel
Rear suspension Chromed spring twin shocks with adjustable preload Chromed spring twin shocks with adjustable preload. 100mm rear wheel travel
Other years 1986 1987 1988 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 33Agility 51Comfort 62Off-road 10Touring 45Road manners 70
Off-road & trail10%
Cornering55%
City riding65%
Daily riding68%
Touring45%
Two-up40%
Track20%
Best for
Best suited to relaxed street riding, café-racer style cruising, and short scenic rides rather than outright performance.
Built for
A classic-styled retro roadster that prioritizes timeless looks, mellow torque, and easygoing manners over speed or sharpness.
Not ideal for
Not a good fit for riders wanting high-speed touring, aggressive cornering performance, or any off-road capability.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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At 775mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2009 Triumph Bonneville, with a relaxed knee angle of around 120 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
865.0 ccm
Power
67.1 HP (49.4 kW) @ 7500 RPM
EPA Certificate No.
9TDXC.865RKM-005
EPA CO Emissions
1.9 CO g/km
Torque
69.0 Nm (7.0 kgf-m) @ 5800 RPM
Engine type
Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.3305 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
90.0 x 68.0 mm
Compression
9.2:1
Cooling system
Air
Fuel system
Injection
Starting
Electric
Ignition
Digital - inductive type
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder
4
Transmission
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Clutch
Wet. multi-plate
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1500 mm
Overall length
2144 mm
Overall width
748 mm
Overall height
1100 mm
Seat height
775 mm
Dry weight
203.0 kg
Wet weight
225.0 kg
Fuel capacity
16.00 litres
Oil capacity
4.50 litres
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Tubular steel cradle
Front suspension
41mm forks. 120mm travel
Rear suspension
Chromed spring twin shocks with adjustable preload. 100mm rear wheel travel
Front wheel travel
120 mm
Rear wheel travel
100 mm
Rake (fork angle)
27.0°
Trail
106 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc
Front brakes diameter
310 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc
Rear brakes diameter
255 mm
Front tyre
100/70-R17
Rear tyre
130/80-R17
Other
Color options
Jet Black. Fusion White
Fuel Tank Material
Metal

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted
Specification 198620022007200920112016
Capacity 744 cc 790 cc 865 cc 865 cc 865 cc 865 cc
Dry weight — 205 kg 205 kg 203 kg 206 kg 209 kg
Seat height — 775 mm 775 mm 775 mm 739 mm 740 mm
Fuel capacity 11 L 16 L 16.7 L 16 L 15.9 L 16 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the Triumph Bonneville?

The 2009 Triumph Bonneville has a Capacity of 865.0 ccm (52.79 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Triumph Bonneville have?

The 2009 Triumph Bonneville has a Power of 67.1 HP (49.4 kW) @ 7500 RPM.

How many gears does the Triumph Bonneville have?

The 2009 Triumph Bonneville has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

What is the torque of the Triumph Bonneville?

The 2009 Triumph Bonneville has a Torque of 69.0 Nm (7.0 kgf-m or 50.9 ft.lbs) @ 5800 RPM.

How much does the Triumph Bonneville weigh?

The 2009 Triumph Bonneville has a Dry weight of 203.0 kg (447.5 pounds).

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