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Triumph Speed Triple 20082008 Triumph Speed Triple specifications, pictures, reviews and rating |
| Triumph's profilation of this bike |
| The Speed Triple, with its mix of a monstrously powerful three-cylinder engine, top quality chassis and an aggressive, stripped down stance, enters its fourteenth year as part of Triumph’s Urban Sports range. |
| General information | |
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| Model | Triumph Speed Triple |
| Year model | 2008 |
| Type | Naked bike |
| Price as new | US$ 10299. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
| Rating | 4.0 See the detailed rating of engine performance, design and look, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorcycle. |
| Engine and transmission | |
| Engine size | 1050.0 ccm (64.07 cubic inches) |
| Type of engine | In-line three, four-stroke |
| Effect | 131.0 HP (95.6 kW)) @ 9250 RPM |
| Torque | 77.0 Nm (7.9 kgf-m or 56.8 ft.lbs) @ 7550 RPM |
| Compression | 12.0:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 79.0 x 71.4 mm (3.1 x 2.8 inches) |
| Fuel system | Injection. Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Ignition | Digital - inductive type - via electronic engine management system |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Transmission type | Chain (final drive) |
| Clutch | Wet. multi-plate |
| Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels | |
| Frame type | Tubular. fabricated aluminum alloy perimeter |
| Rake (fork angle) | 23.5° |
| Front suspension | 43mm USD forks with dual rate springs and adjustable preload. rebound and compression damping |
| Rear suspension | Monoshock with adjustable preload. compression and rebound damping |
| Front tire | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear tire | 180/55-ZR17 |
| Front brakes | Double disc |
| Diameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Diameter | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Physical measures and capacities | |
| Dry weight | 188.7 kg (416.0 pounds) |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.6943 HP/kg |
| Seat height | 815 mm (32.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Overall height | 1250 mm (49.2 inches) |
| Overall length | 2116 mm (83.3 inches) |
| Overall width | 780 mm (30.7 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1427 mm (56.2 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 17.78 litres (4.70 US gallons) |
| Other specifications | |
| Color options | Jet Black. Fusion White. Blazing Orange |
| Starter | Electric |
| Modifications compared to previous model | This year it brings with it a host of styling refinements including, a redesigned radiator, brand new rear sub-frame, new LED rear light, Brembo radial front calipers, black anodized front forks and new tapered anodized aluminum handlebars. |
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| Further information | |
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| Ask questions | Join the 08 Triumph Speed Triple discussion group or the general Triumph discussion group. |
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