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Triumph Speed Twin
1959Allround

Triumph Speed Twin

Key specifications

Engine
498 cc
Power
27 HP
Weight
159 kg
Fuel type
petrol
Front brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)

Technical details

Source specification data

Make
Triumph
Model
Speed Twin
Category
Allround
Power
27.00 HP (19.7 kW)) @ 6300 RPM
Engine Type
360 degree paprallel
Fuel System
Carburettor. Amal
Displacement
498.00 ccm (30.39 cubic inches)
Engine Details
Twin, four-stroke
Transmission Type Final Drive
Chain
Dry Weight
158.8 kg (350.0 pounds)
Power Weight Ratio
0.1701 HP/kg
Rear Brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front Brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Suspension
Rigid-optional sprung hub
Front Suspension
Telescopic