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Triumph THUNDERBIRD 1952 User Manual

Triumph THUNDERBIRD 1952
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Triumph THUNDERBIRD 1952 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Year1952
ManufacturerTriumph
ModelTHUNDERBIRD
Displacement649 cc
Bore x Stroke71 mm x 82 mm
Power34 hp
Transmission4-speed manual
Suspension (Front)Telescopic forks
Suspension (Rear)Swingarm with twin shock absorbers
Brakes (Front)Drum
Brakes (Rear)Drum
Engine TypeParallel twin
Top Speed170 km/h

Summary

Service Arrangements

Speed Twin (5T) Technical Data

Thunderbird (6T) Technical Data

Trophy (TR5) Technical Data

Tiger 100 (T100) Technical Data

Tiger 110 (T110) Technical Data

Engine Specifications

Detailed engine specifications for the Tiger 110 T110 model.

Starting the Engine

Taking Over the Machine

Essential checks before taking delivery of a new motorcycle.

Starting the Engine (Cold)

Procedure for starting the engine from cold, with Amal carburetter.

Running-in Procedure

Engine Lubrication System

Lubrication Maintenance

Guidance on maintaining the engine's lubrication system and filters.

Changing the Oil

Engine Oil Changes

Schedule for changing engine oil and cleaning filters.

Primary Chaincase Oil Change

Schedule for changing primary chaincase oil and its importance.

Routine Maintenance After Running-in Period

Engine Maintenance Schedule

Periodic checks and adjustments for the engine.

The Engine Components

Crankcase Description

Detailed description of the crankcase construction and features.

Cylinder Block and Pistons

Description of the cylinder block and piston assembly.

Cylinder Head Details

Description of the cylinder head, valves, and chambers.

Tappet Adjustment

Removing the Engine from the Frame

Rigid Frame Models Engine Removal

Procedure for removing the engine from rigid frame models.

Dismantling the Engine

Engine Dismantling Steps

General steps for dismantling the engine components.

Dismantling Cylinder Head

Servicing the Cylinder Head

Assembling the Cylinder Head

Procedure for reassembling the cylinder head components.

Inspection of Pistons and Tappets

Servicing the Crankcase

Crankshaft and Connecting Rod Assembly

Dismantling Crankshaft Assembly

Steps for dismantling the crankshaft and connecting rod assembly.

Inspection and Identification

Procedures for inspecting crankshaft and connecting rod parts.

Assembling the Engine

Timing Diagrams

Fitting the Cylinder Block

Installing the Engine

Rigid Frame Models Engine Installation

Procedure for installing the engine into rigid frame models.

Timing the Engine

Ignition Timing (Magneto)

Coil Ignition Timing

Gearbox Operations

Removing the Gearbox from the Frame

Rigid Frame Models Gearbox Removal

Procedure for removing the gearbox from rigid frame models.

Dismantling the Gearbox

Gearbox Units: Dismantling, Preparation, Assembly

Assembling the Gearbox

Installing the Gearbox (Rigid Frame Models)

Positioning Gearbox in Frame

Procedure for positioning the gearbox in the frame and tightening.

Clutch and Shock Absorber Unit

Overhauling the Clutch

Instructions for overhauling the clutch assembly.

Dismantling the Clutch

Steps for dismantling the clutch components.

Assembling the Clutch

Clutch Assembly Procedure

Detailed steps for assembling the clutch components.

Chain Maintenance

Triumph Telescopic Fork

Maintenance of Telescopic Forks

Routine maintenance procedures for the telescopic front forks.

Adjusting Steering Head Races

Procedure for adjusting the steering head races for proper steering.

Removing the Fork from the Frame

Dismantling the Telescopic Fork

Examining Telescopic Fork Components

Alignment Instructions

Assembling the Telescopic Fork

Wheels Maintenance

Adjusting the Brakes

Procedure for adjusting front and rear wheel brakes.

Front Wheel Procedures

Front Brake Maintenance

Replacing the Front Wheel

Rigid Rear Wheel

Dismantling the Rigid Rear Wheel

Fitting the Rear Wheel to the Frame

Positioning Rear Wheel in Frame

Steps for positioning and fitting the rear wheel into the frame.

Rear Wheel Operations

Rear Wheel (Quickly Detachable)

Dismantling the Q.D. Rear Wheel

Spring Wheel Maintenance

Dismantling the Spring Wheel

Assembling the Spring Wheel

Tyres and Tyre Pressure

Tyre Pressure Recommendations

Recommended tyre pressures for various Triumph models.

Amal Carburetter

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

Adjustment and Tuning

Guidance on adjusting and tuning the S.U. M.C.2. carburetter.

Maintenance of S.U. Carburetter

Defects in Operation

Troubleshooting common defects in S.U. carburetter operation.

Lucas Electrical Equipment

Lucas RM 14 A.C. System

A.C. Ignition Fault Finding

Distributor, Coil, or Condenser Faults

Diagnosing faults related to distributor, coil, or condenser.

Battery Maintenance

Checking Battery Condition

Procedure for checking battery electrolyte level and specific gravity.

Technical Data Summary

Fault Finding Guide

Engine Will Not Start: No Spark

Troubleshooting guide for ignition faults causing no spark.

Engine Stops Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting steps when the engine stops unexpectedly.

Engine Misfires Causes

Troubleshooting guide for engine misfiring issues.

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