The Triumph America LT motorcycle specifications include a 865 cc (52.78 cu in) engine, power of 61 hp (44.5 kW) @ 6,800 rpm, a 5-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 270 kg (595.2 lb).
Key specifications
The 2014 model is treated as the standard specification. Only later model years with a different supplied value are shown below.
How the Triumph America LT compares
This compares the motorcycle with all Triumph models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the Triumph database average.
About 30% lower than the Triumph database average. Around the 27th percentile across Triumph models.
About 9% lower than the Triumph database average. Around the 51st percentile across Triumph models.
About 14% heavier than the Triumph database average. Around the 87th percentile across Triumph models.
About 13% lower than the Triumph database average. Around the 4th percentile across Triumph models.
About 8% larger than the Triumph database average. Around the 69th percentile across Triumph models.
Triumph database percentile rankings
Percentiles show where this motorcycle sits across the Triumph specifications database. They are descriptive database rankings, not performance ratings.
61 hp — more powerful than about 27% of Triumph models with power data.
865 cc — larger displacement than about 51% of Triumph models.
270 kg — heavier than about 87% of Triumph models, or lighter than about 13%.
690 mm — taller than about 4% of Triumph models.
19.3 L — larger than about 69% of Triumph fuel tanks in this database.
Dimensions compared with Triumph average
Each measurement is compared with the average value across Triumph models where that dimension is available.
2,420
2,218
9% above average.
920
821
12% above average.
1,480
1,199
23% above average.
1,617
1,491
8% above average.
690
789
13% below average.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 130/90-R16 |
|---|---|
| Rear tire size | 170/80-B15 |
| Engine oil capacity | 4.50 L (4.76 US qt) |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 0.226 hp/kg |
| Power-to-weight | 225.9 hp/tonne |
| Specific power | 70.5 hp/L |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 1.32:1 (Oversquare) |
Engine specifications
| Engine type | Twin, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 865 cc (52.78 cu in) |
| Power | 61 hp (44.5 kW) @ 6,800 rpm |
| Torque | 72.0 Nm (7.3 kgf-m or 53.1 ft.lbs) @ 3,300 rpm |
| Bore × stroke | 90.0 x 68 mm (3.5 x 2.7 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 9.2:1 |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Fuel system | Injection. Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with SAI |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Starter | Electric |
| Oil capacity | 4.50 L (4.76 US qt) |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Chain (final drive) |
| Clutch | Wet. multi-plate |
Chassis and suspension
| Frame | Tubular steel cradle |
|---|---|
| Front suspension | KYB 41mm forks with polished stainless steel shrouds and polished lowers. 120mm travel |
| Rear suspension | KYB chromed spring twin shocks with adjustable preload. 96mm rear wheel travel |
| Rake | 33.0° |
| Trail | 143 mm (5.6 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Single disc. Nissin 2-piston floating caliper |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Nissin 2-piston floating caliper |
| Front tire | 130/90-R16 |
| Rear tire | 170/80-B15 |
| Wheels | Cast aluminium alloy 12-spoke |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 270 kg (595.2 lb) |
|---|---|
| Seat height | 690 mm (27.2 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,420 mm (95.3 inches) |
| Overall width | 920 mm (36.2 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,480 mm (58.3 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,617 mm (63.7 inches) |
| Carrying capacity | Saddle bags |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 19.30 L (5.10 US gal) |
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Electrical and instruments
| Instruments | Analogue speedometer with odometer and trip information. |
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Other specifications
| Color options | Pacific Blue/Sapphire Blue |
|---|---|
| Exhaust system | Stainless steel twin-walled headers. twin chromed silencers |
| Factory warranty | Two-year unlimited mileage |
| Price as new | US$ 9499. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
| Comments | Windscreen |
Disclaimer: Specifications may vary by market, trim, production date and optional equipment, and scraped or historical data can contain errors. Comparison and percentile values are calculated from Triumph models in this specifications database. Always double-check important specifications against the motorcycle owner’s/service manual and official Triumph information before relying on them. Visit the official Triumph website.