2008 Triumph Speed Triple Review

SPECIFICATIONS

Engine and Transmission

Displacement: 1050cc
Type: Liquid-cooled, DOHC, in-line 3-cylinder
Bore/Stroke: 79 x 71.4mm
Compression Ratio: 12.0:1
Fuel System: Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection
Gearbox: 6-speed
Final Drive: X ring chain
Clutch: Wet, multi-plate

Chassis and Dimensions

Frame: Tubular, fabricated aluminum alloy perimeter
Swingarm: Single-sided, aluminum alloy with eccentric chain adjuster
Front Wheel: Alloy 5-spoke, 17 x 3.5 in
Rear Wheel: Alloy 5-spoke, 17 x 5.5 in
Front Tyre: 120/70 ZR 17
Rear Tyre: 180/55 ZR 17
Front Suspension: 43mm USD forks with dual rate springs and adjustable preload, rebound and compression damping
Rear Suspension: Monoshock with adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping
Front Brakes: Twin 320mm floating discs, 4 piston radial calipers
Rear Brakes: Single 220mm disc, 2 piston caliper
Length: 83.3 in
Width (Handlebars): 30.7 in
Height: 49.2 in
Seat Height: 32.1 in
Wheelbase: 56.2 in
Rake/Trail: 23.5 degree/84mm
Weight (Dry): 416lbs
Fuel Tank Capacity: 4.7 gal

Performance

Maximum Power: 131bhp at 9,250rpm
Maximum Torque: 77ft.lbf at 7,550rpm

Other

Colors: Jet Black, Fusion White, Blazing Orange

Features

Engine:

2008 Triumph Speed Triple 1050 Engine

The Speed Triple’s 1050cc, three-cylinder engine, with its unmistakable character and sound, pumps out a great surge of bottom-end torque, massive mid-range punch and an impressive level of overall power. Peak power is 131bhp at 9250rpm while peak torque of 77ft.lbf arrives at 7550rpm. Triumph’s Keihin ECU offers sophisticated mapping for quicker starting, cleaner running and fuel economic engine.

Wheels:

2008 Triumph Speed Triple 1050 Rear Wheel

5-spoke alloy wheels add to the Speed Triple’s streetfighter attitude.

Suspension:

2008 Triumph Speed Triple 1050 Front Suspension

The fully adjustable 43mm upside down forks and rear monoshock add superb levels of quality and control, while the new black anodized finished to the front forks amplify the Speed Triple’s rebellious look.

Brakes:

2008 Triumph Speed Triple 1050 Brembo Brakes

High-spec, twin Brembo radial front caliper four pad, four piston units, with a radial master cylinder, supply outstanding braking performance.

Rear End:

The Speed Triple’s rear-end has sharp, minimalist styling and features a new rear sub-frame, polished stainless steel heat shields and repositioned ball burnished aluminum rear foot rests to give the passenger rider more leg room. It also sports a new, clear-lens LED rear light.

Handlebars:

2008 Triumph Speed Triple 1050 Handlebars

Magura tapered, anodized aluminum handlebars are a sharp addition to the Street Triple’s minimalist styling.

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