TRIUMPH Thunderbird Sport (2002-2003) Specs, Performance & Photos

In late 1994, the Triumph company based at Hinckley in Leicestershire, England, introduced the Triumph Thunderbird 900. The bike played a significant role in Triumph's successful re-entry into the United States market.

The manufacturer released several Thunderbird versions, including the standard Thunderbird, Triumph Legend, Triumph Adventurer, and Triumph Sport models. The base model was produced until 2003, and the Sport model made it until 2004.

In 2002, the British motorcycle manufacturer launched the Triumph Thunderbird Sport, a motorcycle designed for riders looking for a classic-looking machine with modern performance.

In the visual department, the 2002 Sport version had standard features, such as a round headlight on the front with the instrument cluster mounted on top, a one-piece dual seat, a dual exhaust system, a black-finished engine, and wire-spoke wheels.

The bike’s suspension system comprised a 43 mm fully adjustable telescopic fork on the front and an adjustable shock absorber on the rear, delivering optimum suspension performance and handling capabilities.

As for the braking power, the bike relied on two 320 mm discs with dual-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 285 mm disc with a two-piston caliper on the rear wheel, offering excellent stopping power.

In the performance department, the 2002 Triumph Thunderbird Sport had its soul brought to life by an 885cc four-stroke liquid-cooled three-cylinder engine that delivered 83 hp at 8,500 rpm and 76 Nm (56 lb-ft) torque at 6,500 rpm.