2004 Triumph Thunderbird

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It's finally time to sell my 2004 Triumph Thunderbird Sport. I have too many toys and haven't had time to ride this bike in several years. Thanks to an interested buyer who asked about it's running condition, I did some checking and found that the carbs needed to be rebuilt because the rubber seals inside had deteriorated. I had the service done this month and now it runs fine. The last of the photos above is the receipt from the recent service. Below is a video LINK showing the mileage and how smoothly it runs. Copy and paste into your broweser. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nm-6BJ77fsU&feature=youtu.be The 2004 was the last year Triumph made this bike. They're getting rare. Mileage (3673) is accurate. I bought this bike in 2006 from the original owner but just never got enough time to ride much. Runs great. It handles like a dream. Very nimble. It's in great shape, not perfect, but there's not much to nitpick. The flaws that I'm aware of: - Left and Right side mufflers have small scratches toward the rear end (see pics). I laid the bike down once at a stop sign (fortunately I wasn't moving) and it also fell over once while in storage. That's how the scratches got there. When it fell over, the front orange turn signal indicator was cracked and replaced with a new one. - There is some 'discoloring' on the lower portion of the aluminum right front fork. I don't know what caused it and I've been unable to remove it even after trying a variety of cleaners/polishes. The rest of the good stuff: - Even though very few miles, I changed the oil regularly. - There are what I believe to be the QC marks (see aqua colored marks in pictures around engine) made at the factory on many bolt heads to indicate they were tight and checked. - Tires are in great shape. Lots of tread left. - Paint and chrome are great (except for the flaw on the right front fork noted above). Title is clear for quick/easy transfer. Comes with original owners manual, spare crush washers (for oil changes), and a spare orange turn signal cover. Send any questions or requests for other pictures and I'll respond quickly. TERMS: - Auction sales are final. - $250 Deposit by PAYPAL required within 2 days of auction end. Balance due upon delivery by cash within 7 days. Deposit non-refundable. Any deviation to payment terms must be discussed prior to bidding. - Motorcycle is stored in my shop, zip code 44132. Local pickup is OK. - I will deliver within 180 miles of 44131 for $1 per mile. - I will deliver to a shipper of your choice, in the Cleveland, OH area, at no charge. I will NOT be responsible for the bike transport or condition once delivered to the shipper. It will be delivered to the shipper in 'road ready' condition. No crating provided. - Motorcycle is available for sale locally and I reserved the right to end auction early if sold locally. Some additional information about the Thunderbird Sport provided below. The info below came from online resources so I'd encourage you to research/verify as needed. - 2004 Triumph Thunderbird SportThe Thunderbird Sport, one of the Hinckley factory’s first classically styled machines, blends traditional lines, impressive three-cylinder muscle and sophisticated, adjustable suspension in a classic, yet powerful, package. Who said retro looks had to equal retro performance? Certainly not Triumph. The Thunderbird Sport’s DOHC 885cc liquid-cooled engine delivers a healthy 83PS (82bhp) with a fat roll of torque, 76Nm (56ft.lbf) at 6,500 rpm, to play with. Three 36mm flat slide carburettors feed the engine while ‘peashooter’ pipes add a mellow rumble to the exhaust note. The T’bird Sport has developed a strong following over the years, thanks to its easy-going nature and relaxed riding position. A solid chassis, utilising a high-tensile steel spine frame, makes for a fast-steering yet stable ride out on the open road, while only a gentle touch is needed at lower speeds. Twin disc front brakes and singe disc rear, both with twin-piston callipers, ensure effective stopping ability. There’s no doubting the Thunderbird Sport’s good looks, or its abilities. With its duo-tone painted tank – Jet Black with a striking Racing Yellow infill – it attracts attention wherever it goes. And with a whole range of Triumph accessories developed specifically for it, the Thunderbird Sport is ready for further glory. The Thunderbird legend lives on… 2004 Triumph Thunderbird Sport Specifications: ENGINE Type Liquid-cooled, DOHC, in-line 3-cylinder Capacity 885cc Bore/Stroke 76 x 65mm Compression Ratio 10:01 Fuel System 3 x 36mm flat slide CV carburettors Ignition Digital – inductive type TRANSMISSION Primary Drive Gear Final Drive X ring chain Clutch Wet, multi-plate Gearbox 6-speed CYCLE PARTS Frame Micro alloyed high tensile steel spine Swingarm Twin-sided, aluminium alloy Wheels Front 36-spoke, 18 x 2.5in Rear 40-spoke, 16 x 3.5in Tyres Front 110/80 R 18 Rear 150/80 R 16 Suspension Front 43mm forks with triple rate springs Rear Monoshock with adjustable preload Brakes Front Single 320mm disc, 2 piston caliper Rear Single 285mm disc, 2 piston caliper DIMENSIONS Length 2280mm (89.8in) Width (Handlebars) 810mm (31.8in) Height 1190mm (46.9in) Seat Height 776mm (30.5in) Wheelbase 1580mm (62.2in) Rake/Trail 27°/106mm Dry Weight 220kg (485lb) Fuel Tank Capacity 15 litres (3.9 gal US) PERFORMANCE (Measured at crankshaft to DIN 70020) Maximum Power 70PS (69bhp) at 8,000rpm Maximum Torque 70Nm (51.7ft.lbf) at 4,000rpm Warranty 2 years, unlimited mileage Service Intervals 6000 miles or one year, whichever comes first http://www.roadrunner.travel/magazine/read/march-april-2004/page/80/ Concept & Transformation The T-Bird Sport is back to firmly rivet Triumph's past to its present in a very attractive way. The triple and backbone frame of the 1990s comes along dressed in a style that may remind older motorcyclists of their wild youth in the 50s and 60s. It's a package guaranteed to please the technician in you while satisfying the esthetic for enduring design. Of course, a Bonneville may conjure the past better than the T-Bird Sport, but, in terms of character and performance, the Thunderbird is no less exciting. It's definitely more motorcycle. (It reminds me of the legendary Trident that appeared at the end of the sixties to challenge the big Japanese companies and Honda's 750 Four a little bit later on. Engine & Transmission Times have changed and with them technical requirements. Compared to its Trident antecedent, the Thunderbird Sport comes with a very modern engine using two overhead chain-driven cams and four valves per cylinder. The triple belongs to the first generation of the brand's engines after boss John Bloor engineered Triumph's revival in 1990. The black painted motor pushes out 83 furies that make life on the road easy and invigorating. Pull the throttle cable and you receive immediate and linear response from the three 36mm carburetors. There is no hesitation. Irresistible, this procedure produces a grunt from the airbox and deep sounds from the mufflers that encourage repetition of the process. Listening to the music is that much fun. The gearbox fits perfectly, is precise to shift, and uses six adequate ratios to keep the bike in a good mood. If you wanna take it easy on a highway, you can use one of the two top gears and keep the revolutions just over 2,000rpm. The engine does the rest for you. It pulls strong from the bottom to the top of the power range and can even compete with many of the so-called sportbikes on twisty streets. Top speed is 128mph (205km/h) - more than enough to run into trouble with Johnny Law. Chassis & Brakes The good street performance of the T-Bird on open roads also owes something to the nicely arranged setup of the chassis. Enthusiasts already know about the very impressive unit of a backbone frame with an incorporated triple-engine, having done its yeoman service in a lot of Triumphs. Combined with suspension parts that are fully adjustable and suited to a real sportbike, the T-Bird shows great riding abilities. Whether you just hit a bumpy side road or take it out onto your favorite twisties with a surface like a baby's butt, the forks and shock will manage it. Spring rate and damping are perfect for street use - we haven't tried the track yet! At higher speeds the bike runs perfectly straight and gracefully absorbs all kinds of inputs like holes, bumps, and grooves. On curvy streets, you can play with it. Handling is perfect through the wide, raised (but not too much) handlebars and the modern 17-inch-wheels and sport tires. This makes a huge difference when compared to the basic Thunderbird or a Bonneville. Also, the front brakes with two rotors and double-piston calipers in the front work great and can compete with a lot of sportbikes. The sticky 17-inch tires, with lots of contact patch, help to transfer the braking forces to the ground. Accessories & Arrangements The Thunderbird Sport evokes the classic sportbike look of the sixties and seventies. Fairings and other plastic parts weren't all that popular at that time. Therefore, fenders and side covers are made of steel. Spoke wheels with chrome-plated steel rims and many other chrome parts like the tail light, flashers, mirrors, airbox cover, exhaust, headlight bezel and brackets add to the styling effects of this orange dream machine. But it doesn't matter which generation you belong to: You can't walk by without giving it a look. Of course, as a typical standard the T-Bird doesn't use any flashy parts that would just overdo it. The bike stands for good taste with well-sorted equipment and a great arrangement of colors. Former models were Yellow/Black, Red/Black, or White/Orange but nothing beats this Orange/Black combo. Instruments and controls mesh on this kind of bike and do their job. And if you think about going on tour all by yourself or with a partner, don't step back. The T-Bird has a very relaxed seating position with a nice narrow fuel tank, an okay mileage, a comfortable seat for the rider as well as the passenger, and low footpegs. For serious trips, you can order fly screen, tank bag, sissy bar w/luggage rack, tank kneepads, fork protectors, and other useful items from the Triumph accessory catalog. Without encountering any problems you can add some soft cases and a big luggage bag (for the rack) and be ready to go. Test Summary Frankly, it wasn't easy to let it go. As fortunate editors privileged to ride a lot of flashy bikes with modern stuff on them, we still have a taste for something basic - just a plain motorcycle with a real engine you can see and a nice arrangement of equipment and colors. This is it! Not discounting the Speed Triple, the T-Bird might be the most exciting and outstanding standard of the brand, which should give other bikes a surprising run for their money. TECHNICAL SPECS: Triumph Thunderbird Sport Retail Price $ 8,499 Warranty Three years, unlimited mileage Maintenance Schedule 500/6,000/every 6,000 miles (800/9,600/every 9,600km; oil change recommended every 3,000 miles/4,800km) Importer/Distributor Triumph Motorcycles America Ltd.,385 Walt Sanders Memorial Dr., Suite 100,Newnan, GA 30265,Phone (678) 854-2010,Website: www.triumph.co.uk ENGINE Type 3-cylinder, inline, 4-stroke Cooling water-cooled Valve Arrangement 4 valves per cyl., dohc, cams chain driven, shim under bucket adjustment Bore & Stroke 76 x 65mm Displacement 885cc Compression Ratio 10.0:1 Carburetion 3 carburetors, ø 36mm Exhaust Emission Control no (catalytic converter for Europe) TRANSMISSION Gearbox 6-speed Clutch multi-plate wet clutch, mechanically operated Final Drive chain drive CHASSIS Frame steel backbone frame Wheelbase 1,580mm (62.2in.) Rake 63 degree Trail 106mm (4.2in.) Front Suspension telescopic fork Stanchion Diameter 43mm (1.69in.) Adjustments spring preload, compression and rebound damping Travel 150mm (5.9in.) Rear Suspension aluminum-alloy swingarm w/single shock Adjustments spring preload, compression and rebound damping Travel 110mm (4.3in.) WHEELS& TIRES Type spoke wheels w/chrome plated steel rims Front 3.50 x 17 Rear 4.25 x 17 Front Tire 110/70 R 17 Rear Tire 160/70 R 17 BRAKES Front Brake 2 discs, floating double-piston calipers Diameter 310mm (12.2in.) Rear Brake 1 disc, floating double-piston caliper Diameter 285mm (11.2in.) Combining no DIMENSIONS & CAPACITIES Seat Height 790mm (31.1in.) Wet-Weight 245kg (544lb.) Fuel Capacity 15l (3.9gal.) PERFORMANCE (European measurements) Claimed Horsepower (measured at crank)83hp at 8,500rpm Torque 7.7mkp (76Nm, 57ft.-lbs.) at 6,500rpm Top Speed 205km/h (128mph) Acceleration 0-100km/h (0-62.5mph): 4.0s Fuel Consumption 6.1l/100km (38.9mpg) Fuel Range 246km (154mls.) EQUIPMENT Dashboard w/speedometer, odometer, tripmeter and tachometer, key switch/lock in front of the upper triple clamp, emergency flashers, choke lever at the controls on the left side of the handlebar, side stand. Available Triumph accessories: fly screen, tank bag, passenger rail, windshield, mufflers, sport seat, tank knee pads, chrome-plated covers for the radiator, chrome-plated chain guard, chrome-plated cover for the rear master cylinder, chrome-plated side covers, fork protectors, sissy bar w/luggage rack, tank pad, m/c cover, chrome-plated cooling-fluid line, front fender extension, alarm system, four different tank logo kits, manual. Engine and transmissionDisplacement:885.00 ccm (54.00 cubic inches)Engine type:In-line three, four-strokePower:82.00 HP (59.9 kW)) @ 8500 RPMTorque:76.00 Nm (7.7 kgf-m or 56.1 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPMCompression:10.0:1Bore x stroke:76.0 x 65.0 mm (3.0 x 2.6 inches)Fuel system:CarburettorFuel control:Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)Cooling system:LiquidGearbox:6-speedChassis, suspension, brakes and wheelsFront tyre:110/70-R 17Rear tyre:160/70-R 17Front brakes:Double discFront brakes diameter:310 mm (12.2 inches)Rear brakes:Single discRear brakes diameter:285 mm (11.2 inches)Physical measures and capacitiesDry weight:224.0 kg (493.8 pounds)Power/weight ratio:0.3661 HP/kgSeat height:790 mm (31.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.Overall height:1,105 mm (43.5 inches)Overall length:2,320 mm (91.3 inches)Overall width:700 mm (27.6 inches)Wheelbase:1,580 mm (62.2 inches)Fuel capacity:15.00 litres (3.96 gallons) .