Triumph Thunderbird User Manual

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Maintenance and Adjustment
Note:
• If the coolant level is being
checked because the coolant has
overheated, also check the level in
the radiator and top up if
necessary.
• In an emergency, distilled water
can be added to the cooling
system. However, the coolant
must then be drained and
replenished with H4DX
Hybrid OAT coolant as soon as
possible.
Refit the final drive belt cover as follows:
Align the cover to the crankcase. Fit and
tighten the four screws to 9Nm.
Coolant Change
Have the coolant changed by an authorised
Triumph dealer in accordance with scheduled
maintenance requirements.
Radiator and Hoses
Check the radiator hoses for cracks or
deterioration, and hose clips for tightness in
accordance with scheduled maintenance
requirements. Have your authorised Triumph
dealer replace any defective items.
1. Radiator grille
2. Radiator fins
Check the radiator grille and fins for
obstructions by insects, leaves or mud. Clean
off any obstructions with a stream of
low-pressure water.
Caution
If hard water is used in the cooling system,
it will cause scale accumulation in the
engine and radiator and considerably
reduce the efficiency of the cooling system.
Reduced cooling system efficiency may
cause the engine to overheat and suffer
severe damage.
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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