Triumph Speed Triple 955: history, specs, pictures
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| Triumph Speed Triple 955 | |
| Manufacturer | |
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| Production | 2000 - 2001 |
| Class | Naked |
| Engine | liquid-cooled, four-stroke, transverse three cylinder, 4-valve |
| Bore / Stroke | 78.7mm x 78.7mm |
| Compression ratio | 12:1 |
| Horsepower | 109.96 HP (82.0 KW) @ 9200RPM |
| Torque | 72.28 ft/lbs (98.0 Nm) @ 5800RPM |
| Fuel System | EFI |
| Air Filter | K&N TB-9002 `02-04[1] |
| Transmission | Gear box: 6-speed, manual Final Drive: chain |
| Suspension | Front: 45mm forks with dual rate springs and adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping Rear: monoshock with adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping |
| Brakes | Front: 2x320mm discs 4 piston calipers Rear: single 220mm disc 2 piston caliper |
| Front Tire | 120/70 ZR17 |
| Rear Tire | 190/50 ZR17 |
| Wheelbase | 56.69 inches (1440 mm) |
| Length | 83.31 inches (2116 mm) |
| Width | 31.1 inches (790 mm) |
| Seat Height | 31.5 inches (800 mm) |
| Weight | 223.0 kg (wet) |
| Oil Filter | K&N KN-204[1] |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Triumph Speed Triple 955 was a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, transverse three cylinder, 4-valve Naked motorcycle produced by Triumph between 2000 and 2001. Max torque was 72.28 ft/lbs (98.0 Nm) @ 5800 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 109.96 HP (82.0 KW) @ 9200 RPM.
Engine[edit | edit source]
A 78.7mm bore x 78.7mm stroke result in a displacement of just 955.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a 6-speed, manual transmission. Power was moderated via the wet multi-disc, manual.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 120/70 ZR17 front tire and a 190/50 ZR17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 2x320mm discs 4 piston calipers in the front and a single 220mm disc 2 piston caliper in the rear. The front suspension was a 45mm forks with dual rate springs and adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping while the rear was equipped with a monoshock with adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping. The wheelbase was 56.69 inches (1440 mm) long.
2000 Triumph Speed Triple 955[edit | edit source]
Based on the Daytona 955, the 1999 MY Triumph Speed Triple 955 brings sportbike-like performance in a bare-minimum, lighter package, for riders who like their bikes to be more do, less talk. And even so, the 955 still has quite much to show. The chassis and engine have been derived from the Daytona, but the lines and curves of the tank and seat seam to blend perfectly with the frankensteined chassis, giving the Speed Triple an elegant, proper British look that inspires durability.
The two-wheeler sports a 955cc powerplant mated to a six-speed manual transmission and produces 110 horsepower and 97 Nm of torque. Handling-wise, it corners rather well, the only obvious problem being that it has a high seat height, and can inconvenience shorter riders when it comes to slow-speed cornering.
2001 Triumph Speed Triple 955[edit | edit source]
With a raw, aggressive styling and a powerful 955cc powerplant, the 2001 MY Triumph Speed Triple 955 is a preferred choice among fans of powerful, durable, British-built naked bikes. Capable of producing 110 horsepower and 97 Nm of torque, it is a good choice for weekend outings across the motorway but, just as easily, it can be taken out to the track to get the adrenaline pumping.
Borrowing its chassis and engine from the Daytona 955, it is capable of superbike like performance, in a slightly lighter package. Available in black or bright green, with black engine accents, it is sure to stand out in a crowd.
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 2019 K&L Supply Co Catalog. K&L Supply Co. 2019.