The Triumph Thunderbird Nightstorm motorcycle specifications include a 1,699 cc (103.67 cu in) engine, power of 98 hp (71.5 kW) @ 5,200 rpm, a 6-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 339 kg (747.4 lb).
Key specifications
Year-specific specification changes
How the Triumph Thunderbird Nightstorm 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 12% higher than the Triumph database average. Around the 67th percentile across Triumph models.
About 79% higher than the Triumph database average. Around the 95th percentile across Triumph models.
About 44% heavier than the Triumph database average. Around the 95th percentile across Triumph models.
About 11% lower than the Triumph database average. Around the 8th percentile across Triumph models.
About 23% larger than the Triumph database average. Around the 89th 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.
98 hp — more powerful than about 67% of Triumph models with power data.
1,699 cc — larger displacement than about 95% of Triumph models.
339 kg — heavier than about 95% of Triumph models, or lighter than about 5%.
700 mm — taller than about 8% of Triumph models.
22 L — larger than about 89% 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.
2,340
2,218
5% above average.
880
821
7% above average.
1,120
1,199
7% below average.
1,615
1,491
8% above average.
700
789
11% below average.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 120/70-R19 |
|---|---|
| Rear tire size | 200/50-R17 |
| Engine oil capacity | 4.20 L (4.44 US qt) |
| Estimated theoretical fuel range | 309 km |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 0.289 hp/kg |
| Power-to-weight | 289.1 hp/tonne |
| Specific power | 57.7 hp/L |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 1.14:1 (Oversquare) |
Engine specifications
| Engine type | Twin, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,699 cc (103.67 cu in) |
| Power | 98 hp (71.5 kW) @ 5,200 rpm |
| Torque | 156.0 Nm (15.9 kgf-m or 115.1 ft.lbs) @ 2,950 rpm |
| Bore × stroke | 107.1 x 94.3 mm (4.2 x 3.7 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 9.7:1 |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Injection. Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection. progressive linkage on throttle |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Ignition | Digital-inductive type via engine management system |
| Starter | Electric |
| Oil capacity | 4.20 L (4.44 US qt) |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Belt (final drive) |
| Clutch | Wet. multi-plate |
Chassis and suspension
| Frame | Tubular Steel. twin spine |
|---|---|
| Front suspension | Showa 47mm forks with black lowers. |
| Rear suspension | Showa black spring twin shocks with 5 position adjustable preload. |
| Front wheel travel | 120 mm (4.7 inches) |
| Rear wheel travel | 95 mm (3.7 inches) |
| Rake | 32.0° |
| Trail | 151 mm (5.9 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Double disc. Nissin 4-piston fixed calipers. ABS. |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Brembo 2-piston floating caliper. ABS |
| Front tire | 120/70-R19 |
| Rear tire | 200/50-R17 |
| Wheels | Cast aluminum alloy 5-spoke |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 339 kg (747.4 lb) |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 308 kg (679 lb) |
| Seat height | 700 mm (27.6 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,340 mm (92.1 inches) |
| Overall width | 880 mm (34.6 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,120 mm (44.1 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,615 mm (63.6 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 22.00 L (5.81 US gal) |
|---|---|
| Fuel consumption | 7.13 L/100 km (14.0 km/l or 32.99 mpg) |
| Greenhouse gases | 165.4 CO 2 g/km. (CO2 – Carbon dioxide emission) |
Performance
| Power/weight ratio | 0.3182 hp/kg |
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Electrical and instruments
| Instruments | Analogue speedometer featuring integrated rev counter, scroll button on handlebars, LCD trip computer, fuel gauge and clock |
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Other specifications
| Color options | Black |
|---|---|
| Exhaust system | Chromed twin-skin stainless steel 2 into 1 into 2. tandem large-volume catalysts in centralized catbox. chrome-plated exhaust |
| Factory warranty | 2 years unlimited mileage |
| Price as new | US$ 14999. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
| Comments | Special edition of the Triumph Thunderbird Storm. |
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