Triumph Tina

Triumph Tina

Manufacturer	Triumph Engineering Co Ltd
Also called	Triumph T10
Production	1962 - 1970
Class	Scooter
Engine	100 cc air-cooled single cylinder two-stroke engine
Top speed	45 mph (72 km/h)
Transmission	Automatic V-belt
Suspension	Front: rubber dampener Rear: single spring/damper unit
Weight	143 lb (65 kg) (dry)

The Triumph Tina was a small and low performance scooter with a 100 cc two stroke engine, an automatic transmission, and a handlebar carry basket.

In 1962, despite internal opposition from those who felt it would dilute the macho image of the brand, Triumph produced two machines, designed by Edward Turner, to tap into a strong demand that had been identified by market research for a simple and easy to ride "shopping basket" vehicle.

An extensive marketing campaign was carried out, fronted by a pop star of the era, Cliff Richard, but despite this the 'Triumph Tina' sold in small numbers. Sales of the three wheel Tricycle model (for those unsure of their ability to balance) were even worse with only 10 to 15 sold, and it was quickly discontinued. These machines absorbed a large amount of development and marketing capital.

The scooter was renamed the Triumph T 10 in 1965, and discontinued about 1970.

The Triumph Tigress scooter was very different from these models, available in either a 175 cc two-stroke single, or 250 cc four-stroke twin engine and selling well to the enthusiast market through the 1960s.

References

• "Triumph Tina & T10 Scooters" http://triumphtina.com/index.html. Retrieved 2010-08-24 
• "Triumph Tina & T10 Scooters: Technical" Triumph Tina & T10 Scooters http://triumphtina.com/technical.html. Retrieved 2010-08-24