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Triumph SPEED TWIN 1948 User Manual

Triumph SPEED TWIN 1948
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Triumph SPEED TWIN 1948 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandTriumph
ModelSPEED TWIN 1948
CategoryMotorcycle
LanguageEnglish

Summary

TECHNICAL DATA

SPEED TWIN (5T) TECHNICAL DATA

Technical specifications including engine, ignition, carburetter, and transmission details.

THUNDERBIRD (6T) TECHNICAL DATA

Technical specifications for the Thunderbird model, covering engine, ignition, and carburetter.

TROPHY (TR5) TECHNICAL DATA

Technical specifications for the Trophy model, detailing engine, ignition, carburetter, and transmission.

TIGER 100 (T100) TECHNICAL DATA

Technical specifications for the Tiger 100 model, including engine, ignition, and carburetter details.

TIGER 110 (T110) TECHNICAL DATA

Technical specifications for the Tiger 110 model, covering engine, ignition, and carburetter parameters.

CONTROLS-INSTRUMENTS

Starting

STARTING THE ENGINE (COLD)

Step-by-step instructions for starting the engine from cold.

Running-in

RUNNING-IN

Guidance on the proper procedure for running-in a new motorcycle engine.

ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM

LUBRICATION MAINTENANCE

Details on maintaining the engine's lubrication system, including oil changes and filter cleaning.

CHANGING THE OIL

ENGINE

Instructions for changing engine oil and cleaning oil filters at specified intervals.

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AFTER RUNNING-IN PERIOD

ENGINE

Maintenance schedule for engine checks, oil changes, and adjustments.

THE ENGINE

Tappet Adjustment

(Models ST, 6T & T100)

Tappet clearance requirements and adjustment procedure for ST, 6T, and T100 models.

Models T110 & TR5

Tappet clearance requirements and adjustment procedure for T110 and TR5 models.

Removing the Engine from the Frame

Dismantling the Engine

DISMANTLING

Initial steps for dismantling the engine, including oil pressure release and timing cover removal.

Dismantling Cylinder Head

CYLINDER BLOCK AND PISTONS

Crankshaft and Connecting Rod Assembly.

Dismantling.

Procedure for dismantling the crankshaft and connecting rods, including marking rod positions.

ASSEMBLING THE ENGINE

Crankshaft Assembly.

Steps for assembling the crankshaft into the drive side crankcase, ensuring proper location.

Aligning the Crankcase Halves.

Procedure for aligning crankcase halves, checking for flatness and tightening bolts.

TIMING THE ENGINE

EXHAUST CAMSHAFT TIMING

Steps for setting the crankshaft and exhaust camshaft timing for correct valve operation.

INLET CAMSHAFT TIMING

Procedure for timing the inlet camshaft, including checking valve opening.

IGNITION TIMING (MAGNETO)

Piston Positioning.

Method for accurately positioning the piston at Top Dead Centre (T.D.C.) for timing.

IGNITION TIMING (COIL)

GEARBOX

REMOVING THE GEARBOX FROM THE FRAME

(RIGID FRAME MODELS)

Procedure for removing the gearbox from rigid frame models.

(SWINGING ARM FRAME MODELS)

Procedure for removing the gearbox from swinging arm frame models.

Dismantling the Gearbox

DISMANTLING, PREPARATION AND ASSEMBLY OF UNITS

ASSEMBLING THE GEARBOX

INSTALLING THE GEARBOX (RIGID FRAME MODELS)

INSTALLING THE GEARBOX (SWINGING ARM FRAME MODELS)

CLUTCH AND SHOCK ABSORBER UNIT

OVERHAULING THE CLUTCH

Section dedicated to the comprehensive overhaul of the clutch system.

Chain Maintenance

TRIUMPH TELESCOPIC FORK

MAINTENANCE

General maintenance guidelines for the telescopic fork, including oil changes.

ADJUSTING THE STEERING HEAD RACES

Procedure for adjusting steering head races to eliminate play and ensure proper steering.

FRONT WHEEL

INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT OF WORN PARTS

Procedures for inspecting and replacing worn parts of the front brake system.

Fitting Rigid Rear Wheel

REAR WHEEL (SWINGING FORK FRAME)

Dismantling Spring Wheel

Amal Carburetter

THE S.U. M.C.2. CARBURETTER *

ADJUSTMENT AND TUNING

Procedures for adjusting and tuning the S.U. carburetter for correct idling and mixture.

DEFECTS IN OPERATION

Common carburetter defects like sticking piston, bent needle, and jet eccentricity.

LUCAS ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT

Dynamo Maintenance

Adjustment of Contact Breaker Setting.

Procedure for checking and adjusting the contact breaker gap for correct ignition timing.

A.C. Ignition Fault Finding

ENGINE WILL NOT START. NO SPARK AT PLUGS.

Steps to diagnose and resolve ignition faults causing no spark at the plugs.

Distributor, Coil or Condenser Faulty

Guidance on checking the distributor, coil, and condenser for ignition faults.

SPARKING PLUGS

The sparking plug is of great importance in satisfactory engine performance...

Importance of correct sparking plug type, gap setting, and installation for engine performance.

The Amal Monobloc Carburetter

FAULT FINDING AND MAINTENANCE

Common carburetter faults like flooding and erratic running, and their remedies.

Crankcase Assembly (3T De Luxe)

To Assemble the 3T Crankshaft

Detailed steps for assembling the 3T crankshaft, including fitting oil seals and connecting rods.

LUBRICATION CHART

FAULT FINDING

ENGINE WILL NOT START

Steps to diagnose and resolve ignition faults causing no spark at the plugs.

ENGINE MISFIRES

Troubleshooting common engine misfire causes and their remedies.

LOSS OF POWER

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