Triumph Speedmaster
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| Manufacturer | Triumph Motorcycles Ltd |
|---|---|
| Production | 2002–2004 790 cc (48 cu in) 2005–2007 865 cc (52.8 cu in) (carburettor) since 2008 865 cc (52.8 cu in) (fuel injection) |
| Class | Cruiser[1] |
| Engine | 2002–2004 790 cc (48 cu in), since 2005 865 cc (52.8 cu in) air-cooled, DOHC, parallel-twin, 270° |
| Top speed | 2002–2004 103 mph (166 km/h)[1] |
| Power | 2002–2004 53.1 hp (39.6 kW),[1] Since 2005 61 bhp (45 kW)[2] |
| Torque | 40.3 lbf⋅ft (54.6 N⋅m),[1] Since 2005 44.3 lbf⋅ft (60.1 N⋅m)[2] |
| Transmission | 5-speed gearbox, chain final drive |
| Wheelbase | 1,660 mm (65.2 in) |
| Dimensions | L: 2,420 mm (95.3 in) W: 830 mm (32.7 in) H: 1,160 mm (45.7 in) |
| Seat height | 720 mm (28.3 in) |
| Weight | 2002–2004 260 kg (580 lb)[1] (wet) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.3 imp gal (20 L; 5.2 US gal) |
The Speedmaster is a Triumph cruiser[1] motorcycle designed and built in Hinckley, Leicestershire. Launched in 2002 with a 790 cc (48 cu in) twin-cylinder engine, the displacement was increased to 865 cc (52.8 cu in) in 2005 and the Speedmaster was upgraded to fuel injection in 2008.
Development
The Triumph Speedmaster was launched in 2003 as a 'factory custom' cruiser based on the Bonneville America. The original model had the 790 cc (48 cu in) air-cooled DOHC twin engine and had an extended 1,660 mm (65.2 in) wheelbase with the crankshaft at 270°. Main differences from the Bonneville America included black finish to the engine, shortened gearing, a flat handlebar on risers, one piece saddle and cast alloy wheels with twin front discs, in place of the single disc of the America. The 'Speedmaster' name was last used in 1965 for the Bonneville T120R by American importers but not by the Triumph factory.[3]
The first generation 2003–2004 790 cc (48 cu in) model had 53.1 hp (39.6 kW) and at the rear wheel, with a top speed of 166 km/h (103 mph).[1] In 2005, the engine capacity was increased to 865 cc (52.8 cu in) (carburettor-fuelled) delivering peak power at 6,500 rpm, with maximum torque of 68Nm available at 3,500 rpm.[2] In 2007, a multipoint sequential fuel injection model was launched, with new design alloy wheels, a restyled chain cover, pillion footrest hanger and upper fork shrouds, as well as slash cut silencers and four new paint schemes.[2]
A new Speedmaster marque was reintroduced to the market in 2018 featuring the all new 2017 Bonneville's 1200cc High Torque liquid-cooled engine and a smaller fuel tank.
References
- ^ a b c d e f g h "Performance Index - Winter '11/'12 Edition" (PDF), Motorcycle Consumer News, Bowtie Magazines, January 2012
- ^ a b c d [better source needed]"2005 Triumph Speedmaster". Retrieved 16 April 2009.
- ^ "First Ride: Triumph Speedmaster Motorcycle". Retrieved 16 April 2009.