2016 Triumph Thunderbird

Triumph Thunderbird 2016


2016 Triumph Thunderbird specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

Triumph's profilation of this bike
The engine itself is unique in its class, a classic Triumph parallel twin. And the styling is pure cruiser with sweeping lines, low seat and high bars.

General information
Model Triumph Thunderbird
Year 2016
Category Custom / cruiser
Rating 3.4  See the detailed rating of design and look, maintenance cost, engine performance, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Engine and transmission
Displacement 1597.0 ccm (97.45 cubic inches)
Engine type Twin, four-stroke
Engine details 270º firing interval
Power 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 94.3 mm (4.1 x 3.7 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. Twin-sided, steel swing arm.
Rake (fork angle) 32.0°
Trail 151 mm (5.9 inches)
Front suspension Showa 47mm forks
Front wheel travel 120 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear suspension Showa chromed spring twin shocks with 5 position adjustable preload.
Rear wheel travel 95 mm (3.7 inches)
Front tire 120/70-R19
Rear tire 200/50-R17
Front brakes Double disc. Nissin 4-piston fixed calipers. ABS.
Diameter 310 mm (12.2 inches)
Rear brakes Single disc. Brembo 2-piston floating caliper. ABS
Diameter 310 mm (12.2 inches)
Wheels Cast aluminum alloy 5-spoke
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 308.0 kg (679.0 pounds)
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 339.0 kg (747.4 pounds)
Power/weight ratio 0.2792 HP/kg
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 Phantom Black, Lava Red/Silver Frost
Starter Electric
Instruments Analogue speedometer featuring integrated rev counter, scroll button on handlebars, LCD trip computer, fuel gauge and clock
Factory warranty 24 months unlimited mileage
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