Triumph Thunderbird Commander User Manual

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How to Ride the Motorcycle
Braking
1. Front brake lever
2. Rear brake pedal
Triumph strongly recommends that all riders
take a course of instruction, which includes
advice on safe brake operation.
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Warning
WHEN BRAKING, OBSERVE THE
FOLLOWING:
Close the throttle completely, leaving the
clutch engaged to allow the engine to help
slow down the motorcycle.
Shift down one gear at a time such that the
transmission is in first gear when the
motorcycle comes to a complete stop.
When stopping, always apply both brakes
at the same time. Normally the front brake
should be applied a little more than the
rear.
Shift down or fully disengage the clutch as
necessary to keep the engine from stalling.
Never lock the brakes, as this may cause
loss of motorcycle control and an accident.
Warning
For emergency braking, disregard down
shifting, and concentrate on applying the
front and rear brakes as hard as possible
without skidding. Riders should practice
emergency braking in a traffic-free area.
Incorrect brake technique could result in
loss of motorcycle control and an accident.

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