Triumph

TRIUMPH T 160 TRIDENT 750 1976

TRIUMPH T 160 TRIDENT 750 1976
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Spec sheet
MODELTRIUMPH T 160 TRIDENT 750 1976
Year1976
Engine TypeAir-cooled transverse three-cylinder, pushrod OHV, 2 valves per cylinder
Displacement / Capacity741 cc / 45.2 cu in
Bore X Stroke67 x 70.5 mm
Compression Ratio9.5:1
Cooling SystemAir cooled
Max Power43.8 kW / 60 hp @ 7250 rpm
Max Torque—
IgnitionPoints and coils
Induction3 x 27 mm Amal Concentric 626 carburettors
Start SystemElectric
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Lubrication—
Gear Box5-speed
Clutch—
Final DriveChain
CHASSIS SPECS
FrameTubular steel cradle
Front Suspension35 mm telescopic forks
Rear SuspensionTwin Girling shock absorbers, adjustable preload
Front BrakesSingle 254 mm disc
Rear BrakesSingle 254 mm disc
DIMENSION SPECS
Overall Length—
Overall Width—
Overall Height—
Seat Height—
Wheelbase1473 mm / 58 in
Ground Clearance165 mm / 6.5 in
Dry Weight228 kg / 502 lbs
Wet Weight250 kg / 552 lbs
WHEEL SPECS
Front Tyre4.10-19
Rear Tyre4.10-19
FUEL SYSTEM
Fuel Capacity19 Litres / 5.0 US gal
Fuel Consumption—
Top Speed193 km/h / 120 mph
Triumph file

The T160 was the final development of the Meriden three-cylinder 750, with the engine inclined forward, electric start and disc brakes front and rear. It kept the 3-into-4-into-2 exhaust of the line and was a quick but heavy sports tourer, quoted at about 60 hp.