2009 Triumph Speed Triple

TRIUMPH SPEED TRIPLE HIGHLIGHTS

Price : $11,299.00
Bodystyle : Sports Naked Bike
Warranty : 24 months
Manufacturer Country : England
Model Year : 2009
Displacement (cc) : 1050
Engine Type : Horizontal In-line

Horsepower(bhp) : 130

VEHICLE REVIEW

2009 Triumph Speed Triple

Triumph is aware of the fact that it just isn’t enough to be part of the world’s motorcycle history so they reinvent themselves creating and then carrying on manufacturing unique motorcycles such as the Speed Triple. If some of those models end up determining the creation of other ones, which is definitely the case, it means there’s great demand in that sector and it is also very likely for that first bike to stick around for more. The 2009 Triumph Speed Triple does so and with no changes to set it apart from the previous model year. So let’s see on what Triumph is betting it will sell their bike.

Powerunit engine gives extra boost, smart & reliable, in the racing tracks like a thunder bird

A good thing to start with is the bike’s distinctively tuned and sounding three cylinder engine. This purrs quietly in between the aluminum frame’s tubular bars, but the magic throttle twist determines the unleashing of immense amounts of low-end torque, a great rush all through the mid-range as well as a healthy top end. Being used to impressively well balanced four-cylinder engines, we had serious concerns regarding the smooth operating capabilities and levels of vibrations transmitted to key elements such as the handlebars and footpegs, but as soon as we heard that 1050cc engine whistling we knew there’s nothing wrong about it. Still, the strongest confirmation came when, on the bike, you could barely feel the powerplant’s vibrations even when the high revs turned the exhaust noise into pure symphony. Because the engine proved being a great performer both on the track and on public roads, the British motorcycle manufacturer sticks to the 130bhp at 9,250rpm and especially to the 77ft.lbf delivered at 7,550rpm. No doubt about it, much to do with the impressive performance figures has the multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection system while the Keihin ECU ensures quick starting at all engine temperatures as well as good mileage.

Speed triple bigger sibling has a beautifully crafted frame that was also built with performance in mind, but most riders find the fully adjustable 43mm upside down forks and rear monoshock the sweetest features of the great all around chassis. You simply can’t go without performance brakes on this thing and we believe that the twin Brembo radial front caliper four pad, four piston units, with a radial master cylinder does the job of offering highly effective stopping power. This makes the Speed Triple a great machine to perform stoppies on despite the 416 lbs dry weight. Overall, the bike is very compact and built around the rider, just like a supersports model, the only distinguishing factor being the bold streetfighter look which simply couldn’t get any better than it actually was.

As much as Triumph would increase the displacement of their engines and refine them in order to match the performance of bikes such as the FZ1, style is the category they’re leading and we can only anticipate things will be like this for a very long time. A good argument to back up the previous affirmation is the fact that Triumph has the talent of touching a rider’s sensible spot from the very first glance that this gets of the bike. So while the Japanese aim towards the Italian standards in what concerns their supersports models design, most of their nakeds have ended up featuring the distinctive bodywork features of the British Speed Triple, their first naked urban sports model and a benchmark for the industry. The bike is characterized by the two streetfighter headlights and the above positioned instrumentation. Now, this is a part that the Japanese would have contoured very well, but they’d be wrong as the Speed Triple looks one-of-a-kind just like this. The gas tank is positioned within the limits of the tubular aluminum frame and the rear end is mostly composed by the 32.1 inches high seat that was nicely shaped to look an actual part of the bodywork while offering good comfort. A nice and most likely difficult to achieve feature is the three-into-two underseat exhaust and while we’re at the rear end, it’s impossible not to mention the stylish multi-spoke alloy wheel supported by the single-sided swingarm. The wheels, frame as well as engine and transmission are all covered in black, be it matte or shiny, and even the front forks and Magura tapered aluminum handlebars are black anodized.

SPECIFICATIONS OVERVIEW

ENGINE

Bore (in) : 3.11
Bore (mm) : 79
Compression Ratio : 12.0:1
Cooling : Liquid
Cylinders : 3
Displacement (cc) : 1050
Displacement (ci) : 64.1
Engine Configuration : Horizontal In-line
Engine Type : 4-Stroke
Fuel Injector : Yes
Fuel System Type : Fuel Injected
Ram Air Induction : No
Speed Governor : No
Starter : Electric
Stroke (in) : 2.81
Stroke (mm) : 71.4
Valve Configuration : DOHC
Valves : 12
Valves Per Cylinder : 4

PERFORMANCE

Engine Displacement to Weight (cc) : 2.52
Horsepower (bhp) : 130
Horsepower (kW) : 97
Horsepower RPM : 9250
Horsepower To Weight (hp) : 0.31
Torque (Ft Lbs) : 77
Torque (Nm) : 104.4
Torque RPM : 7550

TRANSMISSION

Number Of Speeds : 6
Primary Drive (Engine / Transmission) : Gear
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel) : Chain
Reverse : No
Transmission Type : Manual

SUSPENSION & STEERING

Air Adjustable : No
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load : Yes
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping : Yes
Front Central Suspension Strut : No
Front Fork Diameter (in) : 1.7
Front Fork Diameter (mm) : 43
Front Suspension Type : Inverted Fork
Number Rear Shock Absorbers : 1
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping : Yes
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load : Yes
Rear Suspension Type : Single Sided Swing Arm
Rear Swingarm Material : Aluminum
Steering Damper : No

WHEELS

Front Wheel Diameter : 17
Front Wheel Width (in) : 3.5
Rear Wheel Diameter : 17
Rear Wheel Width (in) : 5.5
Tube / Tubeless : Tubeless
Wheels Composition : Aluminum

TIRES

Front Tire (Full Spec) : 120/70 ZR17
Front Tire Aspect Ratio : 70
Front Tire Speed Rating : Z
Front Tire Width : 120
Rear Tire (Full Spec) : 180/55 ZR17
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio : 55
Rear Tire Speed Rating : Z
Rear Tire Width : 180

BRAKES

Front Brake Diameter (in) : 12.6
Front Brake Diameter (mm) : 320
Front Brake Type : Dual Disc
Front Caliper Pistons : 4
Rear Brake Diameter (in) : 8.7
Rear Brake Diameter (mm) : 220
Rear Brake Type : Disc
Rear Caliper Pistons : 2

SEATS

Adjustable : No
Backrest Logo Plate : No
Number Of Seats : 2
Seat Height (in) : 32.1
Seat Height (mm) : 815.3
Seat Location : Driver and Passenger
Seat Material : Vinyl
Seat Specifications : Standard
Seat Type : One-Piece

BODYWORK

Adjustable : No
Air Cleaner Cover : No
Battery Cover : No
Belt Guard : No
Body Material : Plastic
Brake Caliper Cover : No
Brake Line Cover : No
Brake Rotor / Caliper Guard : No
Brush Guard : No
Carburetor Cover : No
Chain Guard : No
Chassis Protectors : No
Choke Knob Cover : No
Construction : Standard
Drive Shaft Cover : No
Drive Shaft Guard : No
Engine Case Guard : No
Exterior Covers : Standard
Exterior Guards : Standard
Foot Peg Location : Driver and Passenger
Foot Peg Material : Rubber
Fork Caps : No
Fork Guards : Yes
Frame : Aluminum
Frame Cover : No
Front Fender : Standard
Front Fender Material : Plastic
Hand Grip Material : Rubber
Hand Grips : Standard
Hand Guards : No
License Plate : Standard
Light Guard : No
Master Cylinder Cap : No
Master Cylinder Cover : No
Oil Filler Cover : No
Oil Filter Cover : No
Rear Fender : Standard
Rear Fender Material : Plastic
Rearview Mirrors Folding : Yes
Saddle Bag Guard : No
Stand : Standard
Stand Type : Kick
Starter Cover : No
Swing Arm Cover : No
Tank Cover : No
Tire Valve Cap : No
Valve Stems : No

FUEL CAPACITY

Fuel Capacity (gal) : 4.6
Fuel Capacity (l) : 17.4

COLOURS

Blazing Orange

Jet Black

Fusion White

Matt Black

DIMENSIONS

Capacities : Standard
Comment : Standard
Dimensions : Standard
Dry Weight (kg) : 188.7
Dry Weight (lbs) : 416
Handlebar Lock : Standard
Height (in) : 49.2
Height (mm) : 1249.7
Length (in) : 83.3
Length (mm) : 2115.8
Manufacturer Country : England
Manufacturer Type : Sports Naked Bike
MIC Model Segment : ON-HWY Sport Bike Over 750cc
Previous Model Year Accessories : Yes
Product Type : Motorcycle / Scooter
Rake (degrees) : 23.5
Revision Status : Carryover
Trail (in) : 3.3
Trail (mm) : 84
Weight : Standard
Wheelbase (in) : 56.2
Wheelbase (mm) : 1427.5
Width (in) : 30.7
Width (mm) : 779.8