Author Archives: FriarJohn

Bob’s Salvage Rebuild

Posted on May 10, 2011 by FriarJohn

Several years ago Bob Scoggins picked up a Bonneville America that had been in a wreck, the front end completely trashed. Rather than source stock Triumph parts for the rebuild, he adapted a Harley Davidson narrow glide front end with … Continue reading →

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Change is Good, Right?

Posted on May 10, 2011 by FriarJohn

I’m going to try a new little spin on the Featured Member Rides concept. In the 9 year history of BonnevilleAmerica.com a lot of cool bikes have come and gone. I saved pictures of a lot of them. I can’t … Continue reading →

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Dennis’ 2008 America

Posted on May 4, 2011 by FriarJohn

Owner: Dennis Oakes (dertbikdennis) Location: Elkhorn, WI USA Model: America Year: 2008 Odometer: 589 miles Member’s Ride Forum Thread Gallery

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Doug’s 2003 Bonneville America

Posted on April 27, 2011 by FriarJohn

Owner: Doug Farrell (Soul_Survivor) Location: Torrance, CA USA Model: Bonneville America Year: 2003 Odometer: about 5,000 Member’s Ride Forum Thread Gallery

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Scott’s 2006 America

Posted on April 20, 2011 by FriarJohn

Owner: Scott Cripps (KaiserSoze) Location: Carol Stream, IL USA Model: America Year: 2006 Odometer: 17,000 mi Member’s Ride Forum Thread Gallery

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