Triumph Bonneville T100 vs Harley Davidson Street 750

Triumph is a British motorcycle manufacturing company that has been manufacturing motorcycles for quite a long time now. The TRIUMPH BONNEVILLE T100 first came into production in 2002 and at that time it had a 790 cc engine, Triumph continued this engine size till 2004. In 2005, the older 790 cc engine was replaced with a bigger 865 cc engine and the Bonneville continued in production with this engine till 2016. In 2017, Bonneville undergoes another upgrade phase, and this time, it received a newer 900 cc that is still currently being used in the newer models. Also, from 2017 and onwards Bonneville has had a liquid-cooled engine while previously it had an air-cooled engine.

Harley Davidson has launched many remarkable cruiser motorcycles and is worldwide famous because of the traditional style of motorcycles. However, in 2014 Harley launched two new beginner-level cruiser motorcycles for a new market. These two new models were STREET 500 and STREET 750. Both of these cruiser motorcycles have a unique riding style, unlike traditional cruiser motorcycles. Both of these models shared many similarities in terms of overall design and ergonomics but also have differences in terms of engine size and performance. Even in 2017, Harley launched a different model Street Rod based on the Street 750 that was better in performance than both previous models.

The BONNEVILLE T100 is a standard motorcycle with a chrome and matte black finish. It has a big circular halogen headlight with a twin-dial analog speedometer and tachometer at the center of the HANDLEBAR. The Bonneville T100 has full-size fenders at the front and rear; however, the rear fender is slightly higher than other motorcycles to provide good ground clearance. At the front, it has dual shocks with 41 mm Kayaba cartridge forks with a wheel travel of 4.7 in. Also, at the front, it has a single 310 mm disc brake with a tire size of 100/90-R18. At the rear, it has dual pre-load adjustable shocks with a wheel travel of 4.7 in. Also, at the rear, it has a 255 mm disc brake with a tire size of 150/70-R17.

The matte black Harley Davidson STREET 750 is a cruiser with a unique design from other cruisers. It has a small front fairing that protects the speedometer and complement’s the vehicle’s look. The Harley Steet 750 has a steep and wide fuel tank with a fuel cap at the side. The entire motorcycle is covered in a matte black finish, including the suspensions, engine, exhaust system, HANDLEBARS, fairing, SEAT, tires, and side panels. The fuel tank and chopped fenders are the only colored parts. At the front, the Harley Street 750 has dual non-adjustable shocks with a 37 mm fork and wheel travel of 5.5 in. At the rear, it has adjustable dual shocks with a wheel travel of 3.5 in. It has a single disc brake at the front with a tire size of 100/80 R17, and a single disc brake at the rear with a tire size of 140/75 R15.

The Triumph Bonneville T100 has a 900 cc four-stroke, parallel twin, liquid-cooled engine that has a crank angle of 270^o. It has a bore size of 84.6 mm and stroke size of 80 mm, that can produce a horsepower of 64.1 hp @ 7,400 rpm and a peak torque of 80 Nm @ 3,750 rpm. It operates on a chain drive system with a five-speed transmission.

The liquid-cooled, V-Twin, four-stroke engine of Harley Davidson Street 750 has a 749 cc displacement size with a crank angle of 60^o. It has a bore and stroke size of 85 mm and 66 mm respectively, that can produce a maximum horsepower of 53 hp and a peak torque of 59 Nm @ 4,000 rpm. The Harley Street 750 operates on a low-maintenance belt drive train system with a six-speed transmission.

The Triumph Bonneville T100 has a seat height of 790 mm (31.1 in) with an overall length of 2,170 mm (85.4 in), and a wheelbase of 1,450 mm (57.1 in), which contribute to a comfortable riding position. With a trail size of 104 mm (4.1 in), a rake angle of 〖25.5〗^o and wide handlebars, this motorcycle has good ergonomics and a comfortable riding position with mid-mounted footrests.

For a cruiser, the Harley Davidson Street 750 has a unique riding style that many beginner riders like. With mid-mounted footrests, an overall length of 2,215 mm (87.2 in), and a wheelbase of 1,520 mm (59.84 in), this motorcycle provides a confident riding position. Unlike the traditional cruiser seating position, the Harley Street 750 has a seat height of 652.78 mm (25.7 in) and a ground clearance of 144.78 mm (5.7 in), offering an aggressive seating position preferred by beginners.

The Bonneville T100 has a bigger engine that can deliver more torque and horsepower. It is a standard motorcycle with a good seat height and high ground clearance. The Bonneville T100 also weighs less than the Street 750, making it easier to handle. Because the Street 750 is no longer in production while the Bonneville T100 is continued in production by the company hence, the latter has a better resale value.

Both of these motorcycles have comfortable riding positions and powerful engines. However, the Bonneville T100 has a bigger engine and can produce more torque and horsepower. In terms of overall seating position and handling, both motorcycles are good entry-level bikes.

Street 750 is a cruiser with a more aggressive riding position compared to the traditional cruiser riding style. Meanwhile, the Bonneville T100 is a standard motorcycle with a traditional riding position. Both motorcycles have powerful engines that deliver adequate output. Both motorcycles are good options for long rides. However, it is recommended to install extra luggage bags and a more soft seat for long-distance rides.

Street 750 is a cruiser, while the Bonneville T100 is a standard motorcycle. Street 750 has a two-into-one exhaust system and a belt drive train system. Meanwhile, the Bonneville T100 has a two-into-two exhaust system and a chain drive train system. The Bonneville T100 also has a bigger engine size that can produce more torque and horsepower. The Bonneville T100 is also lighter in weight and is capable of a higher top speed than the Street 750.

The Triumph Bonneville T100 and the Harley Davidson Street 750 have different engines and chassis designs. The Bonneville Triumph T100 has a bigger engine size and can deliver more horsepower and torque. Both motorcycles perform well when riding through the city or on highways. Neither have pre-installed luggage bags like SADDLEBAGS, nor aftermarket parts like SISSY BARS or CRASH BARS. However, despite all of the Harley Street 750’s pros, it has been discontinued since 2021.