Triumph Thunderbird Commander User Manual

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General Information
Ignition Switch
1. Ignition Switch lock
2. OFF position
3. ON position
4. PARK position
Engine Immobilizer
The ignition switch housing acts as the
antenna for the engine immobilizer.
When the ignition switch is turned to the OFF
position and the ignition key is removed, the
engine immobilizer is on (see page 32). The
engine immobilizer is turned off when the
ignition key is in the ignition switch and it is
turned to the ON position.
Switch Location
The ignition switch is located in line with the
rear edge of the fuel tank, on the right hand
side of the motorcycle.
Switch Operation
This is a three position, key operated switch.
The key can be removed from the switch
only when it is in the OFF or P (PARK)
positions.
To turn the switch from OFF to ON, insert
the key and turn the key clockwise to the ON
position.
To turn the switch from ON to PARK, push
the key barrel further into the lock and turn
clockwise to the PARK position. Use the PARK
position only when temporarily leaving the
motorcycle in a situation where the position
lights must remain on.
To turn the key back to OFF, turn the key
counter-clockwise.
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2
3
4
P
O
F
F
O
N

Triumph Thunderbird Commander Specifications

General

Displacement	1699 cc
Bore x Stroke	107.1 mm x 94.3 mm
Compression Ratio	9.7:1
Max Torque	151 Nm @ 3550 rpm
Clutch	Wet, multi-plate
Gearbox	6-speed
Rear Brakes	Single 310mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Seat Height	700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	22 litres
Engine Type	Liquid-cooled, DOHC, parallel-twin
Fuel System	Electronic fuel injection
Exhaust	Chrome 2-into-1-into-2 system
Final Drive	Belt
Front Suspension	Telescopic forks
Rear Suspension	Twin shocks, adjustable preload
Front Brakes	Twin 310mm discs, 4-piston calipers
Weight	308 kg
Power	93 bhp