2012 Triumph Thunderbird

Triumph Thunderbird 2012


2012 Triumph Thunderbird specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

Triumph's profilation of this bike
Strong, muscular lines. Impeccable manners. Outstanding engineering. A tour de force. Voted ´Cruiser of the Year´ by Cycle World magazine, Thunderbird rewrites the rules and brings Triumph´s reputation for handling and engineering excellence to the cruiser market.

General information
Motorcycle name Triumph Thunderbird
Year of manufacture 2012
Type Custom / cruiser
Price as newUS$ 13499. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
Rating 3.7  See the detailed rating of design and look, maintenance cost, engine performance, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Engine and transmission
Engine size 1597.0 ccm (97.45 cubic inches)
Type of engine Twin, four-stroke
Engine details 270º firing interval
Output 86.0 HP (62.8 kW)) @ 4850 RPM
Torque 146.0 Nm (14.9 kgf-m or 107.7 ft.lbs) @ 2750 RPM
Compression 9.7:1
Bore x stroke 103.8 x 103.8 mm (4.1 x 4.1 inches)
Fuel system Injection. Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection. progressive linkage on throttle
Fuel control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ignition Digital-inductive type via engine management system
Cooling system Liquid
Gearbox 6-speed
Transmission type Belt (final drive)
Clutch Wet. multi-plate
Driveline Toothed Belt
Fuel consumption 6.19 litres/100 km (16.2 km/l or 38.00 mpg)
Greenhouse gases 143.6 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Exhaust system Chromed twin-skin stainless steel 2 into 1 into 2. tandem large-volume catalysts in centralized catbox. chrome-plated exhaust
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type Tubular Steel. twin spine
Rake (fork angle) 32.0°
Front suspension Showa 47mm forks. 120mm travel
Rear suspension Showa chromed spring twin shocks with 5 position adjustable preload. 95mm rear wheel travel
Front tire 120/70-R19
Rear tire 200/50-R17
Front brakes Double disc. Nissin 4-piston fixed calipers
Diameter 310 mm (12.2 inches)
Rear brakes Single disc. Brembo 2-piston floating caliper
Diameter 310 mm (12.2 inches)
Wheels Cast aluminum alloy 5-spoke
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 339.0 kg (747.4 pounds)
Seat height 700 mm (27.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height 1120 mm (44.1 inches)
Overall length 2340 mm (92.1 inches)
Overall width 880 mm (34.6 inches)
Wheelbase 1615 mm (63.6 inches)
Fuel capacity 22.00 litres (5.81 US gallons)
Oil capacity 4.20 litres (4.44 US quarts)
Other specifications
Color options Red, Black, Blue
Starter Electric
Instruments Analogue speedometer featuring integrated rev counter, scroll button on handlebars, LCD trip computer, fuel gauge and clock
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