Triumph Tiger Cub

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name=Triumph Tiger Cub


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manufacturer=flagicon|UK Triumph
production= 1956-1968
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engine=199cc single cylinder OHV four stroke
power=14 bhp @ 6500rpm
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dry weight= 230lb
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transmission= 4 speed gearbodx to chain drive

The Triumph Tiger Cub was a British motorcycle made by Triumph motorcycles at their Meriden factory. Designed by Edward Turner and launched at the Earls Court show in November 1953 the Tiger Cub competed well against the other small capacity motorcycles of the time such as Villiers two strokes. In 1960 the law was changed restricting learner motorcyclists to a maximum of 250cc and the Tiger Cub became one of the mose popular ways of getting onto two wheels. The first Tiger Cub was derived from the Trumph Terrier with the same frame and forks. In 1957 an off-road version the T20C was produced with high level exhause and improved suspension. The last model made was the T20B Super Cub, which was a D10 Bantam with a Cub engine. Launched in November 1966, it was discontinued in 1968.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]

Design problems

The original plunger frame led to poor handling and was replaced to a swinging arm with twin shocks in 1957. Less easy to cure was the unsupported headstock. As it was braced by the tank, problems could occur if an aftermarked alternative was fitted. The Tiger Cub also suffered from a plain bearing on the bottom end which would wear rapidly without careful maintenance. [cite book|last=Estall|first=Mike|title=The Triumph Tiger Cub Bible|Publisher=Veloce Publishing|isbn=9781904788096]

ee Also

* Triumph (motorcycles)

References

Links

* [http://www.realclassic.co.uk/cubclub/ Tiger Cub Club web site]
* [http://www.bikepics.com/triumph/t20/ Tiger Cub gallery]
* [http://www.motorbike-search-engine.co.uk/classic_bikes/triumph_mountain_cub.jpgTriumph Mountain Cub]