2006 Triumph Bonneville T100 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 29, 2014 · 4 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Bonneville T100 years
Not enough data 1st of 9 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Triumph Bonneville T100. That is the most of any Bonneville T100 model year in the database (9 years). The most reported problem area is structure (2 complaints, 50%), typically at around 7,004 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2006 Triumph Bonneville T100 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Structure2 · ~7,004 mi
Equipment1 · ~6,500 mi
Power Train1 · ~8,700 mi
Seats1 · ~7,508 mi
Wheels1 · ~13,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Structure250%7,004——
Equipment125%6,500——
Power Train125%8,700——
Seats125%7,508——
Wheels125%13,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2009, with 2 complaints
2009: 2200922013: 1201312014: 120141

n = 4 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2006 Triumph Bonneville T100 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2006 Triumph Bonneville T100.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Attaching hardware failed causing the loss of the left operators foot peg. *tr

Equipment · received Jun 29, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10606810

While riding my triumph bonneville t100, my left foot peg broke as i stood on it to give myself support crossing over a rail road track. After further inspection, the bolt holding the peg to the bike was cut clean off. While looking for further information on this through the internet, it seems as…

Structure · received Jun 6, 2013 · NHTSA complaint 10515464

Last august (2008) and again this july (2009), the same spoke has broken on my 2006 triumph bonneville. The first time, the spoke punctured the tube causing the tire to go flat while riding. Luckily i was in a parking lot when this happened. The bike had approximately 9000 miles on it at the time…

Wheels · received Aug 4, 2009 · NHTSA complaint 10279388

2006 triumph bonneville t-100 (motorcycle) clutch cable melted outer portion where it made contact with exhaust pipe. Retaining clip which attaches to frame; clutch cable runs through it, was missing. Replace retaining clip and entire clutch cable. Damaged clutch cable was given to dealer when it…

Power Train · received May 27, 2009 · NHTSA complaint 10270040

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Triumph Bonneville T100?

Owners most often report structure, equipment, power train problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2006 Triumph Bonneville T100?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2006 Triumph Bonneville T100 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Bonneville T100 model years, the 2006 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.