2009
Triumph Thunderbird 1600 - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 778591 |
|---|---|
| Category | Prototype-concept model |
| Make | Triumph |
| Model | Thunderbird 1600 |
| Year | 2009 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frontbrakes | Double disc. 2-piston caliper. Optional ABS. |
|---|---|
| Frontsuspension | Conventional fork |
| Fronttyre | 120/70-19 |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc. 2-piston caliper, Optional ABS. |
| Rearsuspension | Twin shocks |
| Reartyre | 200/70-18 |
Engine & Transmission
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1594.00 ccm (97.27 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Twin, four-stroke |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Power | 92.00 HP (67.2 kW)) |
| Torque | 100.00 Nm (10.2 kgf-m or 73.8 ft.lbs) |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Belt |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Dark blue |
|---|---|
| Comments | Prototype of the 2010 Triumph Thunderbird. Scheduled for the summer of 2009. Specs may change. |
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Fuelcapacity | 21.00 litres (5.55 gallons) |
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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.