Triumph Speed ​​Twin: the origins of the modern classic example [VIDEO]

In the new episode related to the cycle Triumph Factory Stories, the past of the specimen is recalled Speed ​​Twin.

Sophistication and lively liveliness

The genesis and history of the iconic modern classic model. Accompanied by Triumph Chief Engineer, Stuart Wood, in the new evocative journey backwards, the talent of the protagonists and another interesting part of the great Triumph tradition are highlighted, being able to admire in the film a historic example of Speed ​​Twin from 1937.
The current model features a tubular steel frame associated with an aluminum double-sided swingarm. The front suspension is KYB cartridge suspension with 41 mm stanchions and travel amounts to 120 mm, while at the rear there is a pair of KYB shock absorbers with preload adjustment and 120 mm travel. The braking system includes a front solution composed of two 305 mm floating discs with four-piston axial Brembo calipers and ABS system; while behind a single 220 mm disc with two-piston floating Nissin caliper and always ABS system. The wheels are 17-inch multi-spoke.
Among the various peculiar aspects: multifunction LCD instrumentation with both analogue speedometer and rev counter, multi-disc oil bath assisted clutch and 2 into 2 exhaust with brushed aluminum silencers, always repeating the indications. The wheelbase is 1.430 mm, the dry weight reaches 196 kg, the saddle height amounts to 807 mm.

A beating heart by tradition

This modern classic model is powered by a liquid-cooled, 8-valve, parallel-twin engine 1200 cc. An engine that releases 97 horses of power (71 kW) at 6.750 rpm e 112 Nm of torque at 4.950 rpm, linked to a six-speed gearbox.

Video: Official Triumph Motorcycles
Photo: Triumph Motorcycles