2018 Triumph Thunderbird LT

Triumph Thunderbird LT 2018


2018 Triumph Thunderbird LT specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

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General information
Model Triumph Thunderbird LT
Model year 2018
Category Touring
Rating 3.6  See the detailed rating of touring capabilities, reliability, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorbike.
Engine and transmission
Displacement 1699.0 ccm (103.67 cubic inches)
Engine type Twin, four-stroke
Engine details 270º firing interval
Power output 94.0 HP (68.6 kW)) @ 5400 RPM
Torque 151.0 Nm (15.4 kgf-m or 111.4 ft.lbs) @ 3550 RPM
Compression 9.7:1
Bore x stroke 107.1 x 94.3 mm (4.2 x 3.7 inches)
Fuel system Injection. Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection. progressive linkage on throttle
Fuel control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
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) 29.9°
Trail 133 mm (5.2 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 109 mm (4.3 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 Wire, 56 spoke. Whitewall tyres.
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 349.0 kg (769.4 pounds)
Power/weight ratio 0.2693 HP/kg
Seat height 700 mm (27.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height 1225 mm (48.2 inches)
Overall length 2340 mm (92.1 inches)
Overall width 956 mm (37.6 inches)
Wheelbase 1665 mm (65.6 inches)
Fuel capacity 26.00 litres (6.87 US gallons)
Oil capacity 4.20 litres (4.44 US quarts)
Other specifications
Color options Jet Black, Lava Red/Phantom Black, Crystal White/Phantom Black
Starter Electric
Instruments Analogue speedometer featuring integrated rev counter, scroll button on handlebars, LCD trip computer, fuel gauge and clock
Light Dual headlights
Carrying capacity Panniers
Factory warranty 24 months unlimited mileage
Comments Windscreen.
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