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Triumph SPEED TWIN 1945 User Manual

Triumph SPEED TWIN 1945
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Triumph SPEED TWIN 1945 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Displacement498 cc
CarburetionAmal
Engine TypeParallel twin
Bore x Stroke63 mm x 80 mm
Power27 hp
Top Speed90 mph
Transmission4-speed
FrameSteel tube
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
BrakesDrum

Summary

Introduction

Service Arrangements

Correspondence

Guidelines for communication regarding technical advice, guarantee claims, and repairs.

Orders

Instructions for ordering replacement parts and using the spare parts list.

Repairs

Procedure for returning motorcycles for repair, including dealer consultation.

Proprietary Fittings

Technical Data

Speed Twin (5T) Technical Data

Specifications for the Speed Twin 5T model, covering engine, ignition, and carburetter.

Thunderbird (6T) Technical Data

Specifications for the Thunderbird 6T model, covering engine, ignition, and carburetter.

Trophy (TR5) Technical Data

Specifications for the Trophy TR5 model, covering engine, ignition, and carburetter.

Tiger 100 (T100) Technical Data

Specifications for the Tiger 100 T100 model, covering engine, ignition, and carburetter.

Tiger 110 (T110) Technical Data

Specifications for the Tiger 110 T110 model, covering engine, ignition, and carburetter.

Controls-Instruments

Clutch Lever

Instructions for operating the clutch lever on the handlebar.

Throttle Control

Instructions for using the twistgrip throttle control.

Magneto Control Lever

Operation of the magneto control lever on the handlebar.

Carburetter Air Control Lever

Operation of the carburetter air control lever.

Foot Controls

Explanation of foot controls including footbrake and gearchange.

Adjustment of Controls and Riding Position

Guidance on adjusting controls for optimal rider requirements.

Starting the Engine (Cold)

Running-in

Engine Lubrication System

Lubrication Maintenance

Guidelines for maintaining the engine's lubrication system.

Changing the Oil

Engine

Procedure for changing engine oil and cleaning filters.

Primary Chaincase

Procedure for changing oil in the primary chaincase.

Gearbox

Procedure for changing gearbox oil.

Routine Maintenance After Running-in Period

Engine

Routine checks and adjustments for the engine after running-in.

Gearbox

Routine checks and adjustments for the gearbox after running-in.

Forks

Routine maintenance for the front forks.

Chains

Chain Maintenance

Guidelines for maintaining both front and rear chains.

The Engine

Crankcase

Description of the crankcase construction and components.

Cylinder Head

Description of the cylinder head and its components.

Tappet Adjustment (See Supplement)

Adjustment (Cold)

Procedure for adjusting tappets when the engine is cold.

Decarbonising

Inspection and Preparation

Steps for inspecting parts before decarbonising the engine.

Removing the Engine from the Frame (Rigid Frame Models)

Petrol Tank

Procedure for removing the petrol tank.

Exhaust System

Procedure for removing the exhaust system.

Removing the Engine from the Frame (Swinging Arm Frame Models)

Petrol Tank

Procedure for removing the petrol tank.

Exhaust System

Procedure for removing the exhaust system.

Dismantling the Engine

Timing Cover

Procedure for removing the engine's timing cover.

Dismantling, Preparation and Assembly of the Engine Units

Cylinder Head

Procedure for dismantling and preparing the cylinder head.

Recommended Re-bore Oversizes

Tappets

Inspection and replacement of tappets.

Pistons

Inspection and replacement of pistons and rings.

Crankcase Unit

Crankshaft and Connecting Rod Assembly

Procedure for the crankshaft and connecting rod assembly.

Assembling the Engine

Aligning the Crankcase Halves

Procedure for aligning the crankcase halves during assembly.

Timing the Engine

Exhaust Camshaft Timing

Procedure for setting the exhaust camshaft timing.

Inlet Camshaft Timing

Procedure for setting the inlet camshaft timing.

Ignition Timing (Magneto)

Piston Positioning

Procedure for positioning the piston for ignition timing.

Correct Positioning of the Distributor

Procedure for correctly positioning the distributor.

Ignition Timing (Coil)

Replacing the Distributor and Driving Pinion

Procedure for replacing the distributor and its driving pinion.

Gearbox

Faulty Gear Selection

Common causes and remedies for faulty gear selection.

Removing the Gearbox from the Frame (Rigid Frame Models)

Clutch

Procedure for removing the clutch assembly from the gearbox.

Dismantling the Gearbox

Gear Cluster

Procedure for dismantling the gearbox gear cluster.

Assembling the Gearbox

Mainshaft Gears

Procedure for assembling mainshaft gears.

Layshaft Gears

Procedure for assembling layshaft gears.

Installing the Gearbox (Rigid Frame Models)

Primary Chaincase Inner Cover

Procedure for fitting the primary chaincase inner cover.

Clutch and Shock Absorber Unit

Overhauling the Clutch

Detailed instructions for overhauling the clutch unit.

Front Wheel

Removing the Front Wheel from the Forks

Procedure for removing the front wheel from the forks.

Dismantling the Front Wheel

Procedure for dismantling the front wheel components.

Adjusting the Brakes

Front Brake

Instructions for adjusting the front brake.

Rear Brake

Instructions for adjusting the rear brake.

Rear Wheel (Rigid Frame)

Removing the Rear Wheel from the Frame

Procedure for removing the rear wheel from a rigid frame.

Dismantling the Rear Wheel

Dismantling the Rear Brake Anchor Plate

Procedure for dismantling the rear brake anchor plate.

Assembling the Rear Wheel

ASSEMBLING THE REAR BRAKE ANCHOR PLATE

Procedure for assembling the rear brake anchor plate.

Rear Wheel (Swinging Fork Frame)

Removing the Rear Wheel from the Frame

Procedure for removing the rear wheel from a swinging fork frame.

Dismantling the Q.D. Rear Wheel

REMOVAL OF BRAKE DRUM AND SPROCKET

Procedure for removing the brake drum and sprocket.

DISMANTLING THE ANCHOR PLATE ASSEMBLY

Procedure for dismantling the rear brake anchor plate assembly.

Spring Wheel-Mk. 2

REMOVAL OF THE WHEEL FROM THE FRAME

Procedure for removing the spring wheel from the frame.

DISMANTLING THE REAR WHEEL

Procedure for dismantling the rear wheel components.

ASSEMBLING THE REAR SPRING WHEEL

Procedure for assembling the rear spring wheel.

Tyres

TYRE PRESSURE

Information on recommended tyre pressures.

REMOVING THE TYRE

Procedure for removing a tyre from the wheel rim.

Swinging Fork

Girling Suspension Damper Units

Details on Girling suspension damper units and their maintenance.

Changing the Main Springs

DISMANTLING

Procedure for dismantling the suspension springs.

ASSEMBLY

Procedure for assembling the suspension springs.

Twistgrip Control

DISMANTLING (ST, 6T, T100 & T110)

Procedure for dismantling the twistgrip on ST, 6T, T100, T110 models.

ASSEMBLY

Procedure for assembling the twistgrip.

Petrol Tap Adjustment

Push-pull Type

Procedure for adjusting the push-pull type petrol tap.

Taper Type

Procedure for adjusting the taper type petrol tap.

Fitting a Sidecar (Rigid Frame Models)

Amal Carburetter (Models 5T, TR5, TI00 & T110)

OPERATION OF CARBURETTER PARTS

Explanation of the operation of Amal carburetter parts.

Air Filter

Swinging Arm Frame Models

Servicing instructions for the air filter on swinging arm models.

The S.U. M.C.2. Carburetter *

ADJUSTMENT AND TUNING

Procedure for adjusting and tuning the S.U. carburetter.

DEFECTS IN OPERATION

STICKING OF PISTON

Troubleshooting steps for a sticking piston in the carburetter.

LUCAS ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT

DYNAMO

General description and operation of the dynamo.

Inspection of Brushgear and Commutator

Inspection and maintenance of dynamo brushgear and commutator.

MAGNETO MAINTENANCE

Adjustment of Contact Breaker Setting

Procedure for adjusting the contact breaker gap.

LUCAS RM 14 A.C.

LIGHTING AND IGNITION

General description of the lighting and ignition system.

EMERGENCY STARTING (IGNITION SWITCH AT EMG.)

Procedure for emergency starting using the ignition switch.

A.C. Ignition Fault Finding

ENGINE WILL NOT START. NO SPARK AT PLUGS.

Troubleshooting steps for an engine that will not start or has no spark.

ENGINE WILL NOT START WITH SWITCH ON "IGN" BUT STARTS ON "EMG".

Troubleshooting for starting issues related to ignition switch positions.

LAMPS

HEADLAMPS FITTED TO MACHINES INTENDED FOR THE HOME MARKET AND FOR EXPORT, EXCLUDING EUROPE

Details on headlamps for home market and export (excluding Europe) models.

REPLACING THE HEADLAMP BULB

Procedure for replacing the headlamp bulb.

SETTING THE HEADLAMP BEAM

Removing Headlamp and Nacelle

HEADLAMP AND TOP NACELLE UNIT REMOVAL (Dynamo Equipped Models)

Procedure for removing the headlamp and top nacelle unit on dynamo models.

BATTERY

Topping Up

Instructions for topping up the battery with distilled water.

Checking the Condition of the Battery

SPARKING PLUGS

Supplementary Instructions

Fitting a Sidecar (Rigid Frame Models)

350 c.c. Twin-Model 3T De Luxe

ENGINE

Description of the 3T De Luxe engine and lubrication system.

TAPPET ADJUSTMENT (3T)

Procedure for adjusting tappets on the 3T model.

DISMANTLING THE 3T ENGINE

ASSEMBLING THE 3T ENGINE

Procedure for assembling the 3T engine after dismantling.

Spring Wheel Mk. 1

DISMANTLING

Procedure for dismantling the early type of Spring Wheel.

ASSEMBLY

Procedure for assembling the Spring Wheel Mk. 1.

FAULT FINDING

ENGINE WILL NOT START

Troubleshooting steps for an engine that will not start.

ENGINE STOPS

Troubleshooting steps for when the engine stops unexpectedly.

ENGINE MISFIRES

Troubleshooting steps for engine misfires.

LOSS OF POWER

Troubleshooting steps for loss of engine power.

ENGINE OVERHEATS

Troubleshooting steps for engine overheating.

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