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2008 Triumph Speed Triple

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2008 Triumph Speed Triple Specifications

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Identification
Model Type	Standard
BASE MSRP(US)	$10,299.00
Dealers	Triumph Dealers
Warranty	24
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Engine:
Engine Type	Horizontal In-line
Cylinders	3
Engine Stroke	4-Stroke
Horsepower (bhp/kW)	131 / 97.8
Horsepower RPM	9250
Torque (Ft Lbs/Nm)	77 / 104.4
Torque RPM	7550
Cooling	Liquid
Valves	12
Valves Per Cylinder	4
Valve Configuration	DOHC
Bore (mm/in)	79 / 3.11
Stroke (mm/in)	71.4 / 2.81
Displacement (cc/ci)	1050 / 64.1
Compression Ratio	12:1
Starter	Electric
Ram Air Induction	No
Fuel Type	Gas
Fuel Injector	Yes
Carburetor	No
Carburetion Type	Fuel Injected
Speed Governor	No
Transmission:
Transmission Type	Manual
Number Of Speeds	6
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)	Chain
Primary Drive (Engine / Transmission)	Gear
Reverse	No
Wheels & Tires:
Wheels Composition	Aluminum
Tube / Tubeless	Tubeless
Front Wheel Width (in)	3.5
Rear Wheel Width (in)	5.5
Front Tire Width	120
Front Tire Aspect Ratio	70
Front Tire Speed Rating	Z
Front Wheel Diameter	17
Rear Tire Width	180
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio	55
Rear Tire Speed Rating	Z
Rear Wheel Diameter	17
Front Tire (Full Spec)	120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire (Full Spec)	180/55 ZR17
Brakes:
Front Brake Type	Dual Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)	12.6 / 320
Front Caliper Pistons	4
Rear Brake Type	Disc
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)	8.7 / 220
Rear Caliper Pistons	2
Suspension:
Front Suspension Type	Inverted Fork
Front Suspension Size (in/mm)	1.7 / 43
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load	Yes
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping	Yes
Front Central Suspension Strut	No
Steering Damper	No
Rear Suspension Type	Single Sided Swing Arm
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load	Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping	Yes
Number Rear Shock Absorbers	1
Rear Suspension Material	Aluminum
Air Adjustable	No
Steering:
Steering Control	Handlebar
Technical Specifications:
Length (ft)	6.94
Width (in/mm)	30.7 / 779.8
Height (in/mm)	49.2 / 1249.7
Wheelbase (in/mm)	56.2 / 1427.5
Rake (degrees)	23.5
Trail (in/mm)	3.3 / 84
Length (ft/ft)	6
Length (ft/in)	11
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)	416 / 188.7
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)	4.7 / 17.8
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)	2.52
Horsepower To Weight (hp)	0.31
Seats:
Seat Type	One-Piece
Adjustable	No
Seat Material	Vinyl
Seat Location	Driver and Passenger
Folding	No
Seat Height (in/mm)	32.1 / 815.3
Number Of Seats	2
Backrest Logo Plate	No
Exterior:
Frame	Aluminum
Body Material	Plastic
Hand Grip Material	Rubber
Foot Peg Material	Rubber
Foot Peg Location	Driver and Passenger
Adjustable	No
Brake Rotor / Caliper Guard	No
Chain Guard	No
Chassis Protectors	No
Drive Shaft Guard	No
Engine Case Guard	No
Fork Guards	Yes
Saddle Bag Guard	No
Belt Guard	No
Hand Guards	No
Brush Guard	No
Light Guard	No
Air Cleaner Cover	No
Battery Cover	No
Brake Line Cover	No
Choke Knob Cover	No
Drive Shaft Cover	No
Fork Caps	No
Frame Cover	No
Master Cylinder Cover	No
Master Cylinder Cap	No
Oil Filter Cover	No
Starter Cover	No
Swing Arm Cover	No
Tank Cover	No
Tire Valve Cap	No
Valve Stems	No
Brake Caliper Cover	No
Oil Filler Cover	No
Carburetor Cover	No
Front Fender Material	Plastic
Rear Fender Material	Plastic
Top Crown	Standard
Stand Type	Kick
Handlebars	Standard
License Plate	Standard
Instrumentation:
Digital Instrumentation	Standard
Tachometer	Standard
Trip Odometer	Standard
Speedometer	Standard
Temperature Warning Type	Gauge
Fuel Level Warning Type	Gauge
Pricing:
Warranty (Condition)	Limited
Zero Price Schema	0
NADA Value Average	6335
NADA Value Low	5685
NADA Value High	7240
Identification:
Generic Type (Primary)	Standard
Manufacturer Country	England
MIC Model Segment	ON-HWY Sport Bike Over 750cc
NADATrimID	45689
CRS -> NADA Map	6200025462
Paint & Finish:
Metallic	No
Convenience:
Handlebar Lock	Standard
Glass:
Folding	Yes
Storage:
Underseat Storage	Standard
Lockable Storage	Standard
Lights:
Headlight Mounts	Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)	Standard

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By Peter(Owner), Sep. 30, 2008

If you enjoy the thrill of motorcycling, buy this bike. People ak me all the time, "how do you like that bike." The only answer I have is, every time I get off the bike, you have to wash the smile off it. The sounds of the triple, the pull of the throttle, the alien-like headlight set u... Read Full Review

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