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Triumph T140 V Bonneville SIlver Jubilee

General moped information

ModelTriumph T140 V Bonneville SIlver Jubilee
Year1977
CategoryClassic
Rating72.9 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes
Rating74 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes

Engine and transmission

Engine typeTwin, four-stroke
Power45.00 HP (32.8 kW))
Top speed177.0 km/h (110.0 mph)
1/4 mile (0.4 km)13.700 seconds
Fuel systemCarburettor. Twin 30mm Amal Concentric
Fuel controlOHV
IgnitionTwin Coil and Points
Lubrication systemDry Sump
Cooling systemAir
Gearbox5-speed
ClutchWet multi-plate
Fuel consumption4.70 litres/100 km (21.3 km/l or 50.05 mpg)
Greenhouse gases109.0 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Exhaust systemTwin downswept with balance pipe, Dual silencers.

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Frame typeTwin Downtube Cradle. Oil in frame.
Rake (fork angle)27.0°
Trail113 mm (4.4 inches)
Front tyre dimensions-19
Rear tyre dimensions-18
Front brakesSingle disc. Twin piston caliper, Hard chromed cast iron disk
Front brakes diameter254 mm (10.0 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc. Twin piston caliper, Hard chromed cast iron disk
Rear brakes diameter254 mm (10.0 inches)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight179.2 kg (395.0 pounds)
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc190.5 kg (420.0 pounds)
Power/weight ratio0.2512 HP/kg
Seat height787 mm (31.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall length2,223 mm (87.5 inches)
Overall width838 mm (33.0 inches)
Fuel capacity10.59 litres (2.80 gallons)
Oil capacity2.20 litres (0.15 quarts)

Other specifications

StarterKick
Color optionsSilver With Red and Blue pinstriping.
CommentsI believe there was a USA and a Eureopean variant of this bike. The difference being: USA 2.8 gallon tank and high handlebars. Eureopean version had 4gall tank and low bars.
Modifications compared to previous modelDiffered froom standard Bonneville of the day in that it was a certified limited edition with custom paintwork and decals. Red and Blue pinstripes on both rims, tank and side covers and Chromed Engine Covers.
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