Triumph Thunderbird User Manual

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How to Ride the Motorcycle
Drive Belt
Make certain that the drive belt is correctly
adjusted. Inspect the belt for wear,
damage/cuts, frayed edges, or broken teeth.
Coolant
Check that the coolant level is at the upper
level line in the expansion tank. (Always
check the level with the engine cold.)
Electrical Equipment
Make certain that the headlight, rear/brake
light, direction indicators, horn etc., all work
properly.
Miscellaneous
Visually check that all fixings are tight.

Triumph Thunderbird Specifications

General

Manufacturer	Triumph
Displacement	1699 cc
Bore x Stroke	107.1 mm x 94.3 mm
Compression Ratio	9.7:1
Clutch	Wet, multi-plate
Gearbox	6-speed
Frame	Tubular steel, twin spine
Front Tyre	120/70 R19
Rear Tyre	200/50 R17
Seat Height	700 mm
Fuel System	Fuel injection
Final Drive	Belt
Front Suspension	Telescopic forks
Rear Suspension	Twin shocks, adjustable preload
Front Brakes	Twin 310mm floating discs
Rear Brakes	Brembo 2-piston caliper
Fuel Tank Capacity	22 L
Power	97 hp (72 kW) @ 5900 rpm