How fast is a Triumph Speed Triple?
How fast is a Triumph Speed Triple?
150 mph
| Top speed & performance | |
|---|---|
| Max torque | 86 ft-lb |
| Top speed | 150 mph |
| 1/4 mile acceleration | – |
| Tank range | 170 miles |
Is the Triumph Speed Triple comfortable?
First thing I noticed was how comfortable it was. The thick, wide seat offered a great deal of comfort for even me being 6’1 and 95kg at the time. The adjustable front and rear suspension fitted by a company in Brisbane called Shock Treatment was very firm and held up very well going through the corners.
Which is the fastest triumph?
The new Triumph Rocket 3 is the world’s fastest accelerating production motorcycle. When you think of record-setting superbikes, you may imagine a Kawasaki H2R or a BMW S1000RR.
Is the speed triple any good for touring?
It’s very comfortable to ride, all day isn’t a problem with the obvious stops every 150 miles or so for fuel. The seat is fine, I’ve ridden several 1000 mile tours and although my arse gets sore after a bit, its not worse than any other bike Ive owned.
Can you tour on a Triumph Speed Triple?
Can you tour on it …… Yes..but its really “long distance scratching” and its fun. I just add Ventura bags to suite the time away. If you want to tour in luxury behind a screen ……. get something else.
When did triumph replace the 1050 Speed Triple?
Replaced late in year by 955i engined version. 2001: Numerous engine modifications, restyled seat, new exhaust. 2004: Model discontinued, replaced by new 1050 Speed Triple. Speed Triple Special Edition: All black paintwork, 2004 only. 13 owners have reviewed their TRIUMPH SPEED TRIPLE 955I (1997 – 2004) and rated it in a number of areas.
Is the Triumph Speed Triple A good bike?
The Triumph Speed Triple can be fairly flash – if you stump up for the extras. In stock trim it’s pretty basic, only when owners have lavished their motorcycles – Harley-style – with goodies from the Triumph catalogue does the Triumph Speed Triple start to glitter.
When did the Hinckley Triumph Speed Triple come out?
The Triumph Speed Triple is one of the second generation of Hinckley Triumphs that, in the late 1990s, really put them back on the map.
When did the Triumph Speed Triple 955i come out?
1997: Triumph T509 Speed Triple launched. 1998: Now with higher bars. Replaced late in year by 955i engined version. 2001: Numerous engine modifications, restyled seat, new exhaust. 2004: Model discontinued, replaced by new 1050 Speed Triple.