Clearly, Triumph aimed these British muscle bikes at the solo riding experience. None of the Sports were fitted with hard grab rails or centre stands as standard. ▲ Left hand view of the early Thunderbird Sport. Horn: Untidy placement on the left side of the engine. Horn: As with most motorcycles, it's feeble. We don't.Ĭentre stand: Hasn't got one of these either, not as standard.ĭamage: Plenty have been dropped due to weight issues.Ĭleaning: Hard to get into the tricky bits. Handling: Some guys call them wallowy and lardy. Looks: Dumpy design lacks grace and elegance. Silencers: Luggage & footrest woes with early bikes.Įnamelled engine: Watch for scabby examples. Noise: Dated engine is a little rattly, but tolerable. Starter clutch: Needs a good battery for smooth operation. 500lbs overall.įinish: Keep on the right side of corrosion (nuts, bolts, etc). The T-Bird rolls on and on.įuel consumption: Around 45mpg is possible. Suspension: Just right for us (too soft for some). Liquid cooling: The bike stays calm whatever you do.īraking: Twin front discs. Pillions will help.Įngine sound: Classic Hinckley triple roar. Six-speed gearbox: Upgrade from standard 5-speed T-birds. Presence: You'll be noticed by all but the very blind. Prices appear to hold well.Ĭhain final drive: Easy final drive ratio changes. Torque: Gets it on nicely from the mid-range upward.ĭepreciation: In demand. Pillion: Decent saddle for long distance hauls.Įngine: Strong, durable, heavily engineered. Wheels: Aluminium alloy for reduced unsprung weight.
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |