Triumph Thunderbird 900

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name=Triumph Thunderbird 900


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manufacturer=flagicon|UK Triumph
production=1993-2004
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wheelbase= 1,580 mm (62.2 inches)
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seat height= 740 mm (29.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting
engine=885cc (54.00 cubic inches) four stroke triple
power= 68.00 HP (49.6 kW)) @ 8000 RPM
torque= 70.00 Nm (7.1 kgf-m or 51.6 ft.lbs) @ 4000 RPM
dry weight= 220.0 kg (485.0 pounds)
fuel_capacity= 15.00 litres (3.96 gallons)
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transmission= 5-speed (chain)

The Triumph Thunderbird 900 was a British motorcycle made by Triumph Motorcycles Ltd at the Hinkley factory. Launched in 1995, the Triumph Thunderbird 900 was styled to create the impression of an air cooled triple although the radiator up front shows it is clearly a liquid cooled machine.cite book|last=Kemp|first=Andrew|coauthors=De Cet|others=Mirco|title=Classic British Bikes|publisher=Bookmart Ltd|date=2004|isbn=1-86147-136-X] Fed by three 36mm flat slide carburettors, the engine was lively and could lead to trouble stopping with just a single disc front and back. The swinging arm was upgraded to a oval section in 1996 and in 1997 chrome radiator end covers and grill were provided as standard. In 1998 a 'king and queen' seat was added, In 1999 the Triumph Thunderbird Sport was introduced. The standard Thunderbird was discontinued in 2003 and the Sport verison in 2004. [cite web|url=http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/bikereviews/searchresults/Bike-Reviews/Triumph/Triumph-Thunderbird-900-1993-2003/?&R=EPI-361|title=Triumph Thunderbird 900|accessdate=2008-09-01]

Triumph Thunderbird Sport

Introduced in late 1997, this was a more sporting version of the Thunderbird 900 with power increased to 82.00 HP (59.9 kW)) @ 8500 RPM. Also included was uprated suspension, wider rims, and revised styling, including a 3:2 exhaust and 'cheese grater' air filter. A welcome addition was twin disc front brakes. [cite web|url=http://www.bikez.com/motorcycles/triumph_thunderbird_sport_2004.php|title=Triumph Thunderbird Sport 2004|accessdate=2008-09-04]

ee Also

* Triumph (motorcycles)

References

Links

[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=37UfowNuYSg Video of Triumph Thunderbird 900 Sport]