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2001 Triumph Speed Triple



2001 Triumph Speed Triple



2001 Triumph Speed Triple

– 2001 Triumph Speed Triple

Few motorcycles stand out from the crowd quite like the Speed Triple. Its raw, aggressive styling, built around Triumph’s distinctive 955cc three-cylinder engine, gives the bike a muscular streetfighter look that is perfectly matched by its explosive performance, sharp handling and awesome braking ability.



The motor is based on the Daytona’s 12-valve liquid-cooled unit, tuned for an even broader spread of midrange torque while still producing a maximum of 110PS (108bhp). The fuel-injected power plant gives the Speed Triple brutal acceleration from almost any engine speed, plus the ability to be ridden effortlessly with minimal use of the smooth-shifting six-speed gearbox.



Excellent handling and stopping ability are assured by a blend of Daytona-derived tubular aluminium frame, fully-adjustable suspension components and top-quality brakes with four-piston front calipers. And like all Triumph’s sports bikes, the Speed Triple is a comfortable, practical and well-constructed machine that excels in every situation from high-speed sports riding to city commuting.



This year the Speed Triple comes in two vivid new colour options, Neon Blue and Nuclear Red. Both are bold, unusual hues that perfectly complement the Speed Triple’s extrovert personality.





NEW FEATURES FOR 2001



Neon Blue and Nuclear Red colour options





KEY FEATURES



Engine:



Lightweight 955cc, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected 3-cylinder engine with DOHC, 12 valves.

Maximum power output 110PS (108bhp) at 9,200rpm. Peak torque 97Nm (72lb.ft) at 6,200rpm, with broad across the rev range.

Lotus-designed cylinder head ports for optimum efficiency.

Oil cooler for improved engine temperature control.

Spin-on oil filter for easy maintenance.

Magnesium cam, clutch, water pump and outlet covers for light weight.

Lightweight polymer sprocket cover.

Cable operated clutch for additional weight saving.

Sagem MC1000 electronic engine management, with automatic cold start compensation and self-diagnostic capability.

Reprogrammable injection mapping to match accessory performance silencer.

Closed loop catalytic converter in some markets.

Individual plug top coils for stronger sparks and reduced weight.

Precise 6-speed transmission.

Durable stainless steel exhaust headers with balancer designed to boost mid-range power.



Chassis:



Lightweight (12kg, 26lb) tubular aluminium frame, using engine as a structural member.

Single-sided aluminium alloy swing-arm.

Showa rising rate monoshock rear suspension with remote preload adjustment, compression and rebound damping.

Showa 45mm cartridge forks with dual rate springs, adjustable for preload, compression and rebound damping.

Ultra low profile Bridgestone BT56 radial tyres mounted on lightweight Brembo 3-spoke cast aluminium wheels.

Stainless steel braided front brake lines.

Powerful frame-mounted twin headlights.

Sports style instrumentation including: speedometer with odometer and trip meter, tachometer and temperature gauge, warning lights for engine management, turn signals, main beam, oil pressure, low fuel and neutral gear position.

18 litre (4.0 gal Imp, 4.8 gal US) polymer fuel tank.





COLOUR OPTIONS



Jet Black

Neon Blue

Nuclear Red







2001 Triumph Speed Triple Specifications:



ENGINE

Type Liquid-cooled, DOHC, in-line 3-cylinder

Capacity 955cc

Bore/Stroke 79 x 65mm

Compression Ratio 11.2:1

Fuel System Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection

Ignition Digital -inductive type – via electronic engine management system



TRANSMISSION

Primary Drive Gear

Final Drive X ring chain

Clutch Wet, multi-plate

Gearbox 6-speed



CYCLE PARTS

Frame Oval section, fabricated aluminium alloy perimeter

Swingarm Single sided, aluminium alloy with eccentric chain adjuster

Wheels Front Alloy 3 spoke, 17 x 3.5in



Rear Alloy 3 spoke, 17 x 6.0in

Tyres Front 120/70 ZR 17



Rear 190/50 ZR 17

Suspension Front 45mm cartridge forks with dual rate springs with adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping



Rear Monoshock with adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping

Brakes Front Twin 320mm floating discs, 4 piston calipers



Rear Single 220mm disc, 2 piston caliper



DIMENSIONS

Length 2115mm (83.3in)

Width 790mm (31.1in)

Height 1230mm (48.4in)

Seat Height 800mm (31.5in)

Wheelbase 1440mm (56.7in)

Rake / Trail 24º / 86mm

Weight (Dry) 196kg (432lb)

Fuel Tank Capacity 18 litres (4.8 gal US)



PERFORMANCE (measured to DIN 70020)

Maximum Power 110PS (108bhp) at 9,200rpm

Maximum Torque 95Nm (71ft-lbf) at 5,800 rpm



Service intervals 6000 miles



Warranty 2 years unlimited mileage



Riders Association Triumph membership included





Specifications are subject to change without notice, in accordance with national regulation and legislations.