English manufacturer, Triumph Motorcycles, was founded in 1984 and has manufactured more than 50,000 motorcycles to date. Of all Truimph’s models, the Street Triple remains the brand’s bestselling motorcycle and features a 675 cc engine. The Street Triple R also has a 675 cc engine, with a power output of 106 hp and six-speed transmission. Among Triumph’s most popular models are the Adventurer (a variation of the Thunderbird 900), the Legend TT and the Tiger. They also have a range of modern classics, roadsters and cruisers.
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1950 Triumph 6T Thunderbird Manufacturer Triumph Engineering Co Ltd Also called 6T, TR65 Production 1949–1966 Predecessor Speed Twin Four-stroke Parallel-twin 34 bhp (25 kW) at 6300 rpm Four speed 55 in (1,397 mm) Dimensions W: 27.5 in (698 mm) Seat height 31.5 in (800 mm) Weight 385 lb (175 kg) 397 lb (180 kg) Related Tiger T110 The Triumph Thunderbird is a British that was introduced by in 1949 and produced in many forms until 1966. The name was used three more times for new and distinct Triumph models. Replica of Marlon Brando's mildly customised 1950 6T Triumph Thunderbird from, surrounded by publicity stills from the film. To capture the American market, the 6T Thunderbird used a variant of the earlier 's parallel twin engine, bored out from 500 cc to 650 cc to give the added horsepower American customers demanded. The concept of enlarging the Speed Twin, the Thunderbird name and its 'paper dart' logo were thought up by managing director on one of his regular trips to Triumph's operations in the USA. The 'paper dart' logo was embossed onto the chain case cover on Thunderbirds from 1955 to 1962 and can be seen upon closer examination on the supplied photograph of the 1962 model. Previously, it appeared as a decal on the headlamp.
1962 Triumph Thunderbird, the last with the 'pre-unit' engine. Note the nacelle, the siamesed exhaust system and the full version of the unpopular bathtub rear fairing. The 6T Thunderbird was launched publicly at near Paris, where three standard-production bikes were ridden around a circuit by a team of riders who between them averaged a speed of 92 mph (148 km/h) over a distance of 500 miles (800 km). All three machines were ridden to the circuit and back to the Meriden factory. Triumph obtained further lasting publicity with 's 1953 motion picture, in which he rode a 1950 6T Thunderbird.
In the book Triumph Motorcycles In America, there is reproduced a letter from Triumph's importers objecting to the producers as to the use of their machine in this film about rowdy motorcycle gangs. From 1960, the Thunderbird acquired Turner's rear fairing nicknamed the 'bathtub' on account of its shape. This unpopular feature, dropped quickly in the USA market, remained in ever-abbreviated forms for the home market until disappearing altogether for the final year of production, 1966. Before then, in 1963, the Thunderbird, along with Triumph's other 650 cc models, was given the Turner-designed. Throughout this time, however, the Thunderbird retained its distinctive. A 1966 Thunderbird was prominently used by the leads in the popular 2006 romance film,.
Triumph Meriden co-operative: TR65 Thunderbird. Main article: The Triumph worker's co-operative at the factory re-introduced the Thunderbird model name to their range in April 1981.
The 650 cc parallel-twin was a version of the 750 cc engine and was the cheapest model in Triumph's range with budget features such as a drum rather than disc rear brake, the absence of a tachometer, a siamesed exhaust system, painted rather than polished alloy and economy Dunlop Gold Seal tyres. Moreover, whereas Triumph's 750cc range had electronic ignition, the TR65 was fitted with points. Respecting its lineage, the model retained the Turner-designed 'paper dart' logo on its side panels but with a different, updated 'Thunderbird' script. The TR65 was priced upon introduction at £1829.82. The economy finish was upgraded for 1982 'export' models although the contact breaker points and drum rear brake remained. 1983 Triumph Thunderbird with siamesed exhaust system.
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By then, polished alloy or chromed parts replaced the budget satin black engine finish on the initial 1981 model specification. A trail version of the TR65, the, was also introduced in 1981 but, likely as it was priced the same as the 750 cc version, suffered poor sales and was dropped from the range in late 1982. Planned for 1984, a custom-styled and further sleeved-down TR60 600 cc Thunderbird was exhibited but not produced, the co-operative closing down towards the end of 1983.The scheduled price for this model was £2181. The prototype was converted by the factory into a conventional TR65 to fulfil a Ministry Of Defence order.
From the Meriden Triumph factory production records held by the, that TR65, made on 1 June 1983, was the last 650 cc motorcycle and the second last motorcycle made at Meriden before the factory's closure that August. Norton-Villiers-Triumph (NVT): T180 Thunderbird III. Triumph 900 Thunderbird The new Triumph company based at introduced the in late 1994.
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Coded T309RT, the new Thunderbird was instrumental in Triumph's successful re-entry into the US market. The 'Thunderbird' name and retro styling recalls the original Triumph company's golden years of the 1960s. It was the first 'classic' Triumph to be produced by the resurgent company. The engine, redesigned to give a period look and de-tuned for more at lower, was a variant of the 885 cc triple engine. Peak power was down to 69 bhp (51 kW) from 98 bhp (73 kW). Several variants of the Thunderbird were produced, and the, which produced a claimed 82 bhp.
The Thunderbird was produced until 2003 and the Thunderbird Sport until 2004. Hinckley also produced an accompanying clothing range consisting of sew-on patches, leather jacket and ankle boots, all featuring Edward Turner's original 'paper-dart' Thunderbird logo. Triumph Hinckley: 1,600 cc and 1,700 cc Thunderbirds (twins).
Main article: In July 2008, Triumph announced the new, a 1,597 cc (97.5 cu in) liquid-cooled parallel-twin cruiser with six gears and belt drive. The Thunderbird went on sale in June 2009. For the 2009–2010 Thunderbird model, Triumph marketed an alternative chromed clutch cover accessory featuring 's original 'paper dart' Thunderbird logo and script which harked back to the chain case covers of the later pre-unit Thunderbird as pictured.
The black-finished 2011 Thunderbird Storm model with the previously optional 1,700 cc engine fitted as standard also carries the same Thunderbird 'paper dart' logo as standard embossed above the word 'Storm' on the clutch cover. See also. References Notes. Bacon, Roy (1995). Triumph Twins and Triples.
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Packed with valuable instructions, information and answers, each of our handbooks can tell you just about anything you need to know about riding, maintaining and caring for your Triumph Motorcycle. This library contains electronic copies of motorcycle handbooks for you to download free of charge, so you can print the pages you need and, when they get covered in oil and dirt, you can just print them off again. If you would prefer a hard copy of any handbook then your Triumph dealer will be happy to order you one.
Triumph Pre Unit 1946 - 1962 models motorcycle manual 1946 to 47 Triumph Instruction manuals All models. Illustrated BOOK1177 £15 1947 to 48 Triumph Instruction manuals All models. Illustrated BOOK1178 £15 1949 Triumph Instruction manuals All models. Illustrated BOOK1180 £15 1951 Triumph Instruction manuals All models. Illustrated BOOK1184 £15 1952 to 53 Triumph Instruction manuals All models. Engine No.15809NA 101 pages.
Illustrated BOOK1187 £15 1945 to 55 Triumph Workshop Instruction manuals All models. Speed Twin, Thunderbird, Tiger 100, Tiger 110, Trophy & 3T De Luxe. Illustrated BOOK1175 £20 1956 to 62 Triumph Workshop Instruction manuals All models. 5T Speed Twin, 6T Thunderbird, Tiger 100 Tiger 110, Trophy TR6, Trophy TR5, Bonneville 120 From engine No. 0945 & D101 192 pages.
Illustrated BOOK1196 £20. 1946 Triumph Parts list Triumph models. Tiger 85, Tiger 100, 3T De Luxe, Speed Twin 67 pages. Illustrated BOOK1176 £15 1947 to 48 Triumph Parts list Triumph models. Speed Twin, Tiger 100, 3T De Luxe, 86 pages. Illustrated BOOK1179 £15 1949 Triumph Parts list Triumph models.
Speed Twin, Tiger 100, 3T De Luxe, 84 pages. Illustrated BOOK1181 £15 1949 to 50 Triumph Parts list Triumph model 'Trophy' 61 pages. Illustrated BOOK1182 £15 1950 Triumph Parts list Triumph models. Thunderbird, 3T De Luxe, Speed Twin, Tiger 100 100 pages. Illustrated BOOK1183 £15 1951 Triumph Parts list Triumph models. 3T De Luxe, 5T Speed Twin, 6T Thunderbird,TR5 Trophy, T100 Tiger 100. Illustrated BOOK1185 £15 1952 Triumph Parts list Triumph models.
5T Speed Twin, 6T Thunderbird,TR5 Trophy, T100 Tiger 100. From engine No. 15809NA 116 pages. Illustrated BOOK1186 £15 1953 Triumph Parts list Triumph models. 5T Speed Twin, 6T Thunderbird,TR5 Trophy, T100 Tiger 100, T100c Tiger 100c Starting engine No.32303 136 pages. Illustrated BOOK1188 £15 1954 Triumph Parts list Triumph models. 5T Speed Twin, 6T Thunderbird,TR5 Trophy, T100 Tiger 100, T110 Tiger 110 Starting engine No.44135 131pages.
Illustrated BOOK1190 £15 1955 Triumph Parts list Triumph models. 5T Speed Twin, 6T Thunderbird,TR5 Trophy, T100 Tiger 100, T110 Tiger 110 Starting engine No.56700 116 pages. Illustrated BOOK1192 £15 1956 Triumph Parts list Triumph models.
5T Speed Twin, 6T Thunderbird, T100 Tiger 100, T110 Tiger 110, TR5 Trophy, TR6 Trophy Starting engine No.70930 118 pages. Illustrated BOOK1194 £15 1957 Triumph Parts list Triumph models.
5T Speed Twin, 6T Thunderbird, T100 Tiger 100, T110 Tiger 110, TR5 Trophy, TR6 Trophy Starting engine No.0945 118 pages. Illustrated BOOK1197 £15 1958 Triumph Parts list Triumph models. 5T Speed Twin, 6T Thunderbird, T100 Tiger 100, T110 Tiger 110, TR5 Trophy, TR6 Trophy Starting engine No.011116 122 pages. Illustrated BOOK1203 £15 1959 Triumph Parts list Triumph models. 6T Thunderbird, T100 Tiger 100, T110 Tiger 110, TR6 Trophy, T120 Bonneville 120 Starting engine No.020076 122 pages. Illustrated BOOK1205 £15 1960 to 62 Triumph Parts list Triumph models. 6T Thunderbird, T110 Tiger 110, TR6 Trophy, T120 Bonneville 120 Starting engine No.029364 & D101 96pages.
Illustrated BOOK1209 £15.