Triumph Thunderbird Nightstorm, the dark queen of EICMA 2014 [LIVE PHOTOS]

Triumph Thunderbird Nightstorm – Triumph presented a special version of its Thunderbird Storm called Nightstorm. This model has been stripped of much of its chrome and features a custom painting system which makes it very attractive. The Triumph Thunderbird Nightstorm was presented at the Triumph stand at EICMA 2014, which opened its doors to industry experts yesterday.

Building on the success of the Thunderbird Storm, the Nighstorm is also powered by a twin-cylinder engine capable of delivering 1699 cc and 156 Nm of torque, at just 2.950 rpm, ensuring a spectacular and engaging ride every time the engine is unleashed. L'dispensing is smooth thanks to twin balance shafts and a sophisticated sequential injection system very refined and always controllable.

The Nightstorm takes black to a new level when it comes to design. The “ghost flames” drawn on the tank were created with a two-tone combination, Phantom Black and Silver Frost, which provides an incredible shimmering effect finish. The tank was first painted with deep Phantom Black and then both the flames and the Triumph logo were lightly sprayed with Silver Frost; this translates into a unique, eye-catching scheme that truly captures the essence of the bike. The full double-skin exhaust system is coated in high-temperature resistant black paint, a “safety” system to keep the distinctive sound of the Thunderbird soundtrack present.

The Triumph Thunderbird Nightstorm uses the same chassis as the Thunderbird. The Nightstorm is equipped with exceptional agility and precision, thanks also to the 47 mm Showa fork and the amazing steering response at all speeds, even the slowest ones, and in all the tightest maneuvers. The Triumph Thunderbird Nightstorm it is therefore always manageable. This is why he put his trust in the tyres Metzeler Marathon, developed specifically for the Thunderbird range, which adorn its stunning alloy wheels. The 2015 Triumph Thunderbird Nightstorm will launch in Triumph dealerships from spring 2015 and will be priced from 15.499 dollars.