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Retro Naked

The Gran Turismo looks every inch the ‘60s cafe racer with its upswept exhausts, wire wheels SWM GRAN TURISMO $7490
and chrome guards. The bike screams nostalgia, from the moment you fi re up the 445cc single
to the burble as you pull away from the lights. Was that an Animals soundtrack I could hear
through my helmet?

SPECIFICATIONS
Engine: Air & oil cooled, 4-stroke SOHC 4-valve Tyres: F: 100/90R19 R: 130/80R17
single cylinder Seat height: 822mm
Displacement: 445.3cc Kerb weight: 148kg (dry)
Power/Torque: 30bhp/35.8Nm @ 5300rpm Fuel capacity: 22.5L
Transmission: 5-speed, multi-plate wet clutch, Warranty/Service interval: 2 years,
chain fi nal drive 20,000km/7500km
VERDICT: CLASSIC LIGHTWEIGHT TOURER LAMS APPROVED

SWM GRAN MILANO $7990 The top-of-the-range SWM retro bike, it comes with Brembo brakes, adjustable suspension and cafe
looks. Its Italian heritage makes it a well priced but stylish learner-approved bike. Reminiscent of the
singles of yesteryear, the Gran Milano is sure to get the heart thumping.

SPECIFICATIONS
Engine: Air & oil cooled, 4-stroke SOHC 4-valve Tyres: F: 120/70R17 R: 150/60R17
single cylinder Seat height: 809mm
Displacement: 445.3cc Kerb weight: 145kg (dry)
Power/Torque: 30bhp/35.8Nm @ 5300rpm Fuel capacity: 22.5L
Transmission: 5-speed, multi-plate wet clutch, Warranty/Service interval: 2 years,
chain fi nal drive 20,000km/7500km

VERDICT: URBAN CAFE CHARMER LAMS APPROVED

Inspired by the iconic ‘59 Bonneville, the T100 models have their own distinctive character that TRIUMPH T100 $15,300
incorporates more of the original Bonneville DNA. The T100s offer thrilling performance from the
900cc high-torque Bonneville engine, delivering greater torque, better fuel economy and a rich, deep
exhaust note.

SPECIFICATIONS
Engine: Liquid cooled, 8-valve, SOHC, 270° Tyres: F: 100/90R18 R: 150/70R17
crank angle parallel twin Seat height: 790mm
Displacement: 900cc Kerb weight: 213kg (dry)
Power/Torque: 40.5kW @ 5900rpm/ Fuel capacity: 14.5L
80Nm @ 3230rpm Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited
Transmission: 5-speed, multi-plate wet clutch, km/16,000km
chain fi nal drive

VERDICT: THE ORIGINAL TON-UPPER

TRIUMPH T120 $17,200 The new Bonneville T120 reaches a whole new level of detailing, quality and fi nish — including deep
chrome multi-piece Triumph tank badges, grab rail and innovative twin-skinned chrome exhaust
headers and peashooter-style silencers. Powered by an all new ‘high-torque’ engine and fed by
beautiful, authentic twin-throttle bodies, the 1200cc power plant is specifi cally built for this modern
classic. The new Bonneville T120 is a stylish and distinctive statement of Triumph’s past, present and
future. A genuine icon beautifully evolved.
SPECIFICATIONS
Engine: Liquid cooled, 8 valve, SOHC, 270° Tyres: F: 100/90R18 R: 150/70R17
crank angle parallel twin Seat height: 758mm
Displacement: 1200cc Kerb weight: 224kg (dry)
Power/Torque: 59kW @ 6550rpm/ Fuel capacity: 14.5L
105Nm @ 3100rpm Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited
Transmission: 6-speed, multi-plate wet clutch, km/16,000km
chain fi nal drive
VERDICT: CLASSIC LOOK, MODERN TOUCHES

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