The Triumph Thunderbird Commander is based on the company’s original Thunderbird but it features a different, cruiser-oriented personality.

The motorcycle was built with comfort in mind, therefore it features a relaxed, laid-back riding position and a plethora of storage places.

As far as power is concerned, the Triumph Thunderbird Commander is equipped with the same 1699cc, liquid-cooled, DOHC, parallel-twin engine as the Thunderbird Roadster, but it features a different state of tune that helps it deliver more useable torque, lower down the rev range, for a better touring experience. The unit puts out a maximum power of 94 PS at 5400 rpm and 146 NM of torque at 2750 rpm. The engine is fed by a 5.8us gallon fuel tank and is mated to a six speed transmission.

The 2014 Triumph Thunderbird Commander is priced at $15,699.

Hit the jump for more information on the 2014 Triumph Thunderbird Commander.

2014 Triumph Thunderbird Commander

Specifications
  • Make: Array
  • Model: 2014 Triumph Thunderbird Commander
  • Engine/Motor: Liquid-cooled, DOHC, Parallel-twin, 270º firing interval
  • Horsepower: 94
  • Torque: 108
  • Transmission: 6-speed
  • [do not use] Vehicle Model: Array

Overview

A strong, willing engine, refined chassis, powerful looks and broad riding position give Triumph new Thunderbird Commander the power and presence to dominate any road. Based on Triumph original Thunderbird, the Commander easily impresses riders and onlookers with its classic cruiser style, premium feel and the world’s largest capacity parallel twin engine. And being a Triumph, it’s a cruiser that also gives you day-long comfort, practicality, character and, on top of all that, superb handling. There’s no compromise here.

2014 Triumph Thunderbird Commander Features and Benefits:

Styling:

Engine

With machined engine fins and chrome covers contrasting against the deep black barrels and crankcases. Like the rest of the Commander, this engine was designed to have impact on the eye as well as the road.

Chassis

The Thunderbird Commander is bold all over. Triumph took the engine’s dominant styling and continued the theme across the entire bike with the quality and level of detailing you’d only expect from a Triumph cruiser. A massive polished top yoke and polished stainless steel fork shrouds, signature Triumph twin headlamps, bespoke Commander badges and Art Deco LED tail light and rear indicator assembly all combine for a powerful, low, lean, sleek custom cruiser look.

Engine:

Configuration

Being a Triumph, the Thunderbird Commander is packed full of modern engineering. Triumph added double overhead camshafts and a crankshaft with 270 degree firing intervals, to give you an engine with authentic cruiser character. Whilst the fuelling is looked after by a sequential fuel injection system and progressive throttle linkage so your engine delivers its torque exactly the way you expect.

Belt Drive

Triumph gave the Commander a belt final drive for low maintenance and long life.

Overview

The world’s largest capacity parallel twin motorcycle engine. As based on the original Thunderbird parallel twin. The beating heart of the new Commander generates an organic, torque-rich riding experience unmatched for sheer grunt and ease-of-use.

Performance

Powered by a pair of saucer-sized forged pistons, the 1699cc eight-valve, DOHC engine’s uneven 270° firing interval and long-stroke design produces a potent 94PS (93bhp) at 5400rpm and a huge 151Nm (111 lb.ft) of torque at a lowly 3550rpm, giving the Commander bags of twin-cylinder character.

Transmission

Developed and refined by our engineers so that the Commander gives you performance through a seamless, snatch-free transmission.

Chassis:

Overview

We used all of our engineering expertise in making the geometry just right, so the Thunderbird Commander steers as beautifully as it looks. Even at low speeds. And it has to be extremely stable when going faster, yet amazingly agile when you ask it to change direction rapidly. So you get a bike that’s responsive, even in the tight, low speed manoeuvres.

There’s no handling compromise when you choose a Triumph cruiser. We built the Thunderbird Commander to look mean and as well as put a smile on your face.

Overview

A dynamic engine with dynamic styling demands an equally dynamic chassis; one which reflects our belief that every bike, whatever its style, should be agile yet stable, have predictable, neutral steering and superior suspension and brakes. The Thunderbird Commander is no exception to that rule.

Frame

Fat-section 140/75 17-inch front and 200/50 17-inch rear tyres running on diamond-turned cast wheels.

Wheels and Tyres

The Commander’s handling is further enhanced by a chassis specification worthy of sportier bikes. It features shrouded 47mm Showa forks, twin 5-way preload adjustable Showa rear shocks, with optimised dual-rate springs, keeping you isolated from bumps but in touch with the road.

Suspension

Four-pot Nissin callipers on 310mm floating discs up front and a single Brembo calliper and 310mm disc at the rear.

Brakes

From the moment you roll forward on the Thunderbird Commander, you’ll notice that handling control is a priority, not an afterthought. Light, neutral steering belies the width of the tyres, giving the rider form and function in one package. The parallel twin engine’s compact weight distribution means the centre of gravity is focused in front and below your knees, giving the Commander a gentle, even tilt into turns.

Handling

The Thunderbird Commander gives you high quality foot-boards made from chromed high-pressure die-cast aluminium, featuring replaceable skid plates and an adjustable heel/toe gear lever.

Footboards

Rider and pillion seat foam is a double-layer, dual-density material, soft and receptive on first feel but compressing to give a firmer, supportive yet pliant ride. The rider’s seat has also been especially shaped with wide, flared sides and a lumbar support to provide maximum comfort even at the end of a long day’s ride.

Seat

A massive 22 litres fuel tank with off-centre filler cap.

Tank

Tank-mounted dash console including classic analogue-style speedometer, a fuel gauge and an LCD with range-to-empty, twin trips, odometer and clock functions, conveniently scrollable via a handlebar-mounted button.

Instruments

Twin, straight-cut drainpipe silencers so wherever you ride you’ll be accompanied by the Commander’s stirring exhaust note, specially tuned for pitch perfect progress.

Warranty and Service:

Overview

Our confidence provides you with a two-year unlimited mileage warranty on your new Triumph and Genuine Accessories. Alongside the knowledge that we give you a 12 month unlimited mileage warranty on replacement parts.

The Thunderbird carries 6,000 mile (10,000km) service intervals.

Specifications

Engine type

Liquid-cooled, DOHC, Parallel-twin, 270º firing interval

Capacity

1699cc

Bore

103.8mm

Stroke

94.3mm

Fuel system

Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection, progressive linkage on throttle

Exhaust

Chromed twin-skin stainless steel 2 into 1 into 2, tandem large-volume catalysts in centralized catbox, chrome-plated exhaust

Final drive

Toothed Belt

Clutch

Wet, multi-plate

Gearbox

6-speed, helical type 2nd - 6th

Oil capacity

1.1US Gallon

Frame

Tubular Steel, twin spine

Swingarm

Twin-sided, steel

Front Wheels

Cast aluminum alloy 5-spoke 19 x 3.5 in

Rear Wheels

Cast aluminum alloy 5-spoke 17 x 6 in

Front Tires

120/70 R19

Rear Tires

200/50 R17

Front Suspension

Showa 47mm forks. 120mm travel

Rear Suspension

Showa chromed spring twin shocks with 5 position adjustable preload. 95mm rear wheel travel

Brakes front

Twin 310mm floating discs. Nissin 4-piston fixed calipers, ABS

Brakes rear

Single 310mm disc. Brembo 2-piston floating caliper, ABS

Instrument display and functions

Analogue speedometer featuring integrated rev counter, scroll button on handlebars, LCD trip computer, fuel gauge and clock

Length

2340mm

Width handlebars

880

Height without mirror

1120mm

Seat height

700mm

Wheelbase

1615mm

Rake

32º

Trail1

51mm

Tank capacity

5.8us gallon

Wet weight

339 kilo

Max power ec

94PS @ 5400

Max torque ec

146NM @ 2750

Fuel Consumption urban

38us mpg

Fuel Consumption 56mph/90kph

56us mpg

Colors

Crimson Sunset/Lava Red, Phantom Black/Storm Grey

Price

$15,699


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