2009 Triumph Speed Triple

2009 Triumph Speed Triple pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Model Type
Standard
MSRP
$11,299
Dealers
Warranty
24
Insurance
Finance
Generic Type (Primary)
Standard
Manufacturer Country
England
Parent Company
Triumph
Display Name
Speed Triple
Year
2009
Make
Triumph
Engine Type
Horizontal In-line
Cylinders
3
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Horsepower (bhp/kW)
130 / 97
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
Fuel Type
Gas
Fuel Injector
Yes
Carburetor
No
Carburetion Type
Fuel Injected
Speed Governor
No
Transmission Type
Manual
Number Of Speeds
6
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
Chain
Primary Drive (Engine / Transmission)
Gear
Reverse
No
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
Front Brake Type
Dual Hydraulic Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)
12.6 / 320
Rear Brake Type
Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)
8.7 / 220
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 Control
Handlebar
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
Length (ft/ft)
6
Length (ft/in)
11.3
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
416 / 188.7
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
4.6 / 17.4
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
2.52
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
Frame
Aluminum
Body Material
Plastic
Hand Grips
Standard
Foot Peg Location
Driver and Passenger
Adjustable
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
Exterior Covers
Standard
Front Fender
Standard
Rear Fender
Standard
Top Crown
Standard
Stand Type
Kick
Handlebars
Standard
License Plate
Standard
Digital Instrumentation
Standard
Tachometer
Standard
Trip Odometer
Standard
Speedometer
Standard
Temperature Warning Type
Gauge
Fuel Level Warning Type
Gauge
Warranty (Months/Condition)
24 / Limited
Battery Warranty (Months)
0
Metallic
No
Handlebar Lock
Standard
Folding
Yes
Underseat Storage
Standard
Lockable Storage
Standard
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
User Reviews
5 reviews
  • Rational Sportbike
    By  (I am an Owner) on Nov 12, 2009

    Having come from a long line of full-faired sportbikes the Speed triple is a welcome relief. Plenty fast and torqey, good build quality, fairly rational riding position. The perfect stablemate to my 2008 BMW R1200GS Adv.

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  • Best Street Machine available.
    By  (I am an Owner) on Sep 15, 2009

    If you are looking for a bike that is comfortable enough to roam around the city streets and take for a half day trip, look no further. This bike offers up the sensibility of a street machine with the performance of a torquey Race Replica. Handling is amazing and the bike will literally rail around ...

    Exclusivity, heritage, head turning, high powered machinery. These are all things that can be associated with the Speed Triple. I currently own my first Triple after owning 14 other motorcycles of almost every make and style. I put this bike right along side the Yamaha R6 as my most favorite machine. They are apples and oranges so neither is better than the other. I can't begin to tell you how fun the Triple is. You have to test ride one for yourself. Don't be shy with the throttle and you will be rewarded with what truly makes this bike so special.

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  • Wow
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jul 23, 2009

    I have had a cruiser for 6 years and was really bored of riding! I fell in love with the S3 when I first saw it in mission impossible. I have had it for 1 month (already have 1800km) and all I can say is wow. I was shocked at how many people stare at the bike, the look is so unique. A big plus is ...

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  • Brilliant Speedy!
    By  (I am an Owner) on Mar 03, 2009

    Handles like a dream. Feels very light and you can really throw it around with ease. The brakes are excellent - After 2700kms I still haven't found the need to use more than 1 finger. In addition the back brake is setup very well, just enough force to help stabilize/stop the bike without the hint ...

    Sweet power deliver: Can be ridden as a run-about at the lower revs, but will make you smile silly when you open her up and blast off near the red-line. This is also where the sound of the bike touches your soul you find yourself itching to bring the bike back to that speed/sound sensation.

    Sensitive throttle so it took a bit of getting used to for me. But my first/previous bike is a BMW boxer so I think it might just be me. But you need to take care even at low rpm's going over bumps as a small wrist movement can get the bike galloping forward expectantly. Which shows how incredible the responsiveness of the bike is but also how at factory settings the suspension is a little hard (sporty). Front wheel power wheelies (no clutch) in first/second very easily - you need to be aware of that. (lots of fun though). Bearing in mind it is a 'naked' bike so after 160kmph it gives you a neck muscle workout. I don't have the fly-screen as yet but apparently it does help a bit. (plus it looks wicked) I love the look of the bike, to me it looks as balanced as it feels when you ride it, and its also just undeniably different with character and attitude. You feel the same character riding the bike, quite simply it turns you into a bit of a hooligan! :-D

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  • This Bike Is Legend!!!
    By  (I am an Owner) on Feb 05, 2009

    This bike is by far the most fun you will ever have on 2 wheels! Fast, great handling and one of the most reliable machines on the market! So if you are looking for a great universal motorcycle that can do things you never thought possible on 2 wheels or one!! this is the one! Think of it as a two ...

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