1998
Triumph T509 Speed Triple - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 206146 |
|---|---|
| Category | Naked bike |
| Make | Triumph |
| Model | T509 Speed Triple |
| Year | 1998 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frontbrakes | Dual disc |
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| Rearbrakes | Single disc |
Engine & Transmission
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 885.00 ccm (54.00 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | In-line three, four-stroke |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Power | 105.00 HP (76.6 kW)) @ 9300 RPM |
| Topspeed | 225.0 km/h (139.8 mph) |
| Torque | 84.00 Nm (8.6 kgf-m or 62.0 ft.lbs) @ 7600 RPM |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
| Valvespercylinder | 3 |
Other Specifications
| Starter | Electric |
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Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 196.0 kg (432.1 pounds) |
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| Powerweightratio | 0.5357 HP/kg |
| Seatheight | 800 mm (31.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
About Triumph
Country of Origin:
United Kingdom
Founder:
Siegfried Bettmann (original); modern Triumph Motorcycles Ltd.
Best Known For:
Modern classics (Bonneville), Speed/Street Triple, Tiger ADV, and rich heritage
Company History
Triumph rose, fell, and rose again—reinvented as a modern manufacturer blending heritage with sharp engineering. The Bonneville family anchors the brand with air-/liquid-cooled twins that feel timeless yet include ABS, ride modes, and refined fueling. The Speed/Street Triple lines defined playful, usable performance with characterful triples; Tiger ADV models carried that feel into distance. Triumph’s attention to finishing, dealer support, and approachable ergonomics built a wide audience—from new riders to veterans returning for a bike that feels special daily. Historically, Triumph proves that heritage can power innovation when it informs proportions, sound, and feel rather than dictating technology.