2008 Triumph Speedmaster

– 2008 Triumph Speedmaster

2008 Triumph Speedmaster

A standout middleweight cruiser.

With its dark, brooding lines and a pared-down hot-rod essence, the Speedmaster is a standout middleweight cruiser from every angle. Punchy 865cc engine, mean looks and souped-up chassis – the Speedmaster is the very essence of an old-school street-rod, packing performance and style into one very individual motorcycle.

The Cruiser Range – Performance and looks – no compromise. Triumph cruisers deliver performance with a balance that revels in every sweeping curve. Powered by torquey twin and triple engines that feel and sound like no other. Individual bikes for riders with an individual spirit – covered in chrome and infused with Triumph’s original and authentic styling, they are ready for you to customize with Genuine Triumph Accessories.

FEATURES:

Engine
At the heart of the Speedmaster lies an 865cc, air-cooled, DOHC, parallel twin engine with a 270º firing interval. Peak power of 61bhp arrives at 6800rpm, with maximum torque of 55ft.lbf available at just 3300rpm.

Fuelling
Twin carburetors with throttle position sensor and electric carburetor heaters

Handlebars
Flat drag bars with high risers deliver a more aggressive riding position.

Fuel Tank
The Speedmaster’s new seamless, teardrop-shaped tank gives larger capacity and looks great with its chromed badges and hand painted coach lines.

Brakes
Twin 310mm front discs – gripped by twin-piston calipers lets you haul the Speedmaster up as hard as you want.

Seat
The Speedmaster gunslinger seat supports the rider ready to launch at the horizon.

SPECIFICATIONS USA – 2008 Triumph Speedmaster:

Engine Type
Air-cooled, DOHC, parallel-twin, 270 degree firing interval

Capacity
865cc

Bore/Stroke
90 x 68mm

Compression Ratio
9.2:1

Fuel System
Twin carburetors with throttle position sensor and electric carburetor heaters

Transmission
Final Drive
X ring chain

Clutch
Wet, multi-plate

Gearbox
5-speed

Cycle Parts
Frame
Tubular steel cradle

Swingarm
Twin-sided, tubular steel

Front Wheel
Alloy 5-spoke, 18 x 2.5in

Rear Wheel
Alloy 5-spoke, 15 x 3.5in

Front Tyre
110/80 18

Rear Tyre
170/80 15

Front Suspension
41mm forks

Rear Suspension
Chromed spring twin shocks with adjustable preload

Front Brakes
Twin 310mm discs, 2 piston calipers

Rear Brakes
Single 285mm disc, 2 piston caliper

Dimensions
Length
95.3in

Width (Handlebars)
32.7in

Height
45.7in

Seat Height
28.3in

Wheelbase
65.2in

Rake/Trail
33.3 degree/153mm

Weight (Dry)
504lbs

Fuel Tank Capacity
4.4 gal

Performance (Measured at crankshaft to DIN 70020)
Maximum Power
54bhp at 6,750 rpm
Maximum Torque
51ft.lbf at 4,800 rpm

Colours
Pacific Blue/Aluminum Silver, Phantom Black/Tornado Red, Phantom Black,

Price
TBD

SPECIFICATIONS UK – 2008 Triumph Speedmaster:

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

Capacity
2,294cc

Bore/Stroke
101.6 x 94.3mm

Fuel System
Multipoint sequential electonic fuel injection twin butterflies, progressive linkage on primary butterflies

Transmission
Final Drive
Shaft

Clutch
Wet, multi-plate

Gearbox
5-speed

Cycle Parts
Frame
Tubular steel, twin spine

Swingarm
Twin-sided, steel (houses drive shaft)

Front Wheel
Cast aluminium alloy 5-spoke, 17 x 3.5in

Rear Wheel
Cast aluminium alloy 5-spoke, 16 x 7.5in

Front Tyre
Front 150/80 R 17

Rear Tyre
240/50 R 16

Front Suspension
Kayaba 43mm upside down forks, 120mm travel

Rear Suspension
Kayaba chromed spring twin shocks with 5 position adjustable preload, 105mm wheel travel

Front Brakes
Twin 320mm floating discs, Nissin 4 piston fixed calipers

Rear Brakes
Single 316mm fixed disc, Brembo 2 piston floating caliper

Dimensions
Length
2,500mm (98.4in)

Width (Handlebars)
970mm (38.2in)

Height
1,165mm (45.9in)

Seat Height
740mm (29.1in)

Wheelbase
1,695mm (66.7in)

Rake/Trail
32°/152mm

Dry Weight
320kg (704lbs)

Fuel Tank Capacity
24 litres (5.3 gal)

Performance (Measured at crankshaft to DIN 70020)
Maximum Power
142PS / 140bhp / 104kW @ 6,000 rpm
Maximum Torque
200Nm / 147ft.lbf @ 2,500 rpm

Colours
Pacific Blue/Aluminium Silver, Cherry Red/New England White

Price
£12,399 ‘on the road’ retail

Specifications and features are subject to change