2008 Triumph Speed Triple

2008 Triumph Speed Triple pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Year
2008
Parent Company
Triumph
Dealers
Generic Type (Primary)
Standard
Make
Triumph
Display Name
Speed Triple
Manufacturer Country
England
Price
Standard
MSRP
$10,299
Warranty (Months/Condition)
24 / Limited
Engine
Standard
Engine Type
Horizontal In-line
Cylinders
3
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Horsepower RPM
9250
Torque RPM
7550
Cooling
Liquid
Valves
12
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Valve Configuration
DOHC
Compression Ratio
12:1
Starter
Electric
Fuel Type
Gas
Carburetion
Standard
Fuel Injector
Yes
Carburetor
No
Carburetion Type
Fuel Injected
Speed Governor
No
Horsepower (bhp)
131
Torque (Nm)
104.4
Bore (mm/in)
79 / 3.11
Stroke (in/mm)
2.81 / 71.4
Displacement (cc/ci)
1050 / 64.1
Transmission
Standard
Transmission Type
Manual
Number Of Speeds
6
Reverse
No
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
Chain
Dimensions
Standard
Weight
Standard
Capacities
Standard
Performance
Standard
Length (in/mm)
83.3 / 2115.8
Width (in/mm)
30.7 / 779.8
Height (in/mm)
49.2 / 1249.7
Wheelbase (in/mm)
56.2 / 1427.5
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
416 / 188.7
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
4.7 / 17.8
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
2.52
Construction
Standard
Frame
Aluminum
Body Material
Plastic
Foot Pegs
Standard
Foot Peg Location
Driver and Passenger
Adjustable
No
Hand Grips
Standard
Handlebars
Standard
Exterior Guards
Standard
Belt Guard
No
Brush Guard
No
Chain Guard
No
Chassis Protectors
No
Drive Shaft Guard
No
Engine Case Guard
No
Fork Guards
Yes
Hand Guards
No
Light Guard
No
Saddle Bag Guard
No
Exterior Covers
Standard
Front Fender
Standard
Rear Fender
Standard
Stand
Standard
Stand Type
Kick
Spoiler
Optional
Steering Control
Handlebar
Front Suspension Type
Inverted Fork
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 Suspension Material
Aluminum
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load
Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping
Yes
Number Rear Shock Absorbers
1
Air Adjustable
No
Front Suspension Size (in/mm)
1.7 / 43
Wheels
Standard
Wheels Composition
Aluminum
Tube / Tubeless
Tubeless
Tires
Standard
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 Wheel Width (in)
3.5
Rear Wheel Width (in)
5.5
Front Tire (Full Spec)
120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
180/55 ZR17
Brakes
Standard
Front Brake Type
Dual Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)
12.6 / 320
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)
8.7 / 220
Seat Type
One-Piece
Seat Location
Driver and Passenger
Seat Material
Vinyl
Adjustable
No
Folding
No
Seat Specifications
Standard
Number Of Seats
2
Backrest Logo Plate
No
Seat Tail Cover
Optional
Grab Rail or Strap
Optional
Seat Height (in/mm)
32.1 / 815.3
Digital Instrumentation
Standard
Speedometer
Standard
Tachometer
Standard
Trip Odometer
Standard
Fuel Level Warning
Standard
Fuel Level Warning Type
Gauge
Temperature Warning
Standard
Temperature Warning Type
Gauge
Tank Bag
Optional
Underseat Storage
Standard
Lockable Storage
Standard
Type
Halogen
Headlight (s)
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Rearview Mirrors
Standard
Windshield
Optional
Engine Immobilizer
Optional
Alarm System
Optional
Windshield Mounts
Optional
Paint
Standard
Metallic
No
User Reviews
2 reviews
  • Simply the best!
    By  (I am an Owner) on May 31, 2010

    What can I say, the ride is unmatched and I cant get enough of this bike. I bought an 04 and after a few years of riding it I upgraded to my 08. The suspension is unbelieveable and easy to adjust. This bike gets alot of attention, don't see too many of them around.

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  • Must Buy
    By  (I am an Owner) on 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 up all equate ...

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