Triumph Speed Twin 2019 User Manual

Maintenance and Adjustment
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Rear Suspension
Note
Thruxton R suspension has three
different rear adjustment settings;
spring preload, rebound damping and
compression damping.
All other models only have adjustable
spring preload settings.
The Standard rear suspension preload
settings provide a comfortable ride
and good handling characteristics
for general, solo riding. The following
tables show suggested settings for
rear suspension under different load
conditions for all models.
Rear Suspension Settings
The details shown in the tables are only
a guide. Setting requirements may vary
for rider and passenger weight and
personal preferences.
All Models except Thruxton R
Preload Suspension Settings
Loading Condition
Rear Spring Preload
Adjuster Position
Solo Riding - Standard 1
Rider, Passenger and
Luggage
5
Thruxton R Only
Preload Suspension Settings
Loading Condition
Rear Spring
Preload
1
Solo Riding Standard 1
Comfort
(Softer)
1
Sport (Firmer) 1
Rider and Passenger 3
1
Position 1 is minimum
(fully clockwise) and
position 3 is maximum (fully
counterclockwise).
Damping Suspension Settings
Loading Condition
Rear
Rebound
Damping
2
Rear Com-
pression
Damping
2
Solo Riding Standard 24 16
Comfort
(Softer)
44 20
Sport
(Firmer)
12 8
Rider and Passenger 15 10
2
Number of clicks counterclockwise from the
fully clockwise position noting that the first stop
(click) is counted as one.
Rear Suspension Preload
Adjustment
Warning
Make sure that the adjusters are
set to the same setting on both rear
suspension units.
Settings that vary from left to right
may affect handling and stability
resulting in loss of motorcycle control
and an accident.

Triumph Speed Twin 2019 Specifications

General

Displacement	1200 cc
Compression Ratio	11.0:1
Fuel System	Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection
Clutch	Wet, multi-plate assist clutch
Gearbox	6-speed
Frame	Tubular steel cradle
Front Tire	120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire	160/60 ZR17
Seat Height	807 mm
Dry Weight	196 kg
Wet Weight	216 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	14.5 liters
Engine Type	Liquid-cooled, 8-valve, SOHC, 270° crank angle parallel twin
Bore x Stroke	97.6 mm x 80 mm
Max Torque	112 Nm @ 4, 950 rpm
Exhaust	Stainless steel 2 into 2 exhaust system with twin silencers
Final Drive	Chain
Front Suspension	120mm travel
Rear Suspension	Twin shocks, adjustable preload, 120mm rear wheel travel
Front Brakes	ABS
Rear Brakes	Single 220mm disc, Nissin 2-piston floating caliper, ABS
Front Wheel	Cast aluminium
Rear Wheel	Cast aluminum
Wheelbase	1, 410mm
Max Power	97 PS / 96 bhp (71.5 kW) @ 6, 750 rpm