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Click here for an VINData Motorcycle History Report on this 2002 Triumph Daytona 955i Centennial Edition.
When Triumph debuted the T595 in 1997, the model laid the groundwork for one of the British marque’s most iconic motorcycles: the Daytona. What’s more, the bike allowed the Triumph to find a niche — the inline triple — after its rebirth at the Cologne Motor Show in 1990. After some lack-lust reviews, however, Triumph decided it was time to go back to the drawing board. Accordingly, they revised the platform to make it lighter, more powerful, and quicker handling. What resulted was the second generation 955i.
As the name suggested, the 955i was built around a 955cc three-cylinder engine. Co-developed by Lotus, the block featured a 12-valve DOHC configuration, forged aluminum pistons, CNC-machined heads, and liquid cooling. When paired to a six-speed close-ratio gearbox, it was good for 128hp and 60lb-ft of torque at the rear wheel — enough grunt to spirit riders to a top speed of 161mph.
Around the engine, Triumph wrapped twin-spar aluminum frame and a single-sided swingarm for predictable flex and rigidity. To keep the platform planted, it boasted a set of 43mm forks up front and a rear monoshock with adjustable preload and rebound damping. Stopping power came from Nissin in the form of a a pair 320mm discs brakes mated to 4-piston calipers. As Cycle World put in its period review: “The Daytona’s revisions add up to a machine that meets the criteria that Triumph had in mind for its flagship sportbike: a more powerful, agile and comfortable Daytona that retains the original’s unique character. This is one alternative sportbike that doesn’t force you to compromise performance for that character.”
To celebrate its 100th Anniversary, Triumph released a special Centennial Edition in 2002. Performance specs were the same as the standard model, but all bikes got carbon fiber filler panels, a commemorative centennial badge, and a single sided swing arm like earlier models of the 955i.
Manufactured November 2001, this example is VIN: SMT502FP12J149912. The seller is acting on behalf of the estate to the original owner who purchased the bike new from a local Triumph dealer. He states, “This sport bike is one of two hundred Triumph Centennial Edition 955i bikes brought into the U.S. It is in immaculate condition, comes with a single swing arm for this special edition model. Carbon fiber side panels and special Aston Green paint with a colored match seat cowl and cockpit infills complete the look of this special bike. You won’t find a nicer or lower mileage Centennial Edition 955i on market. This bike has been a part of a private collection of bikes. I’m representing the seller as a long time (40 years) friend of the original owner of this bike.”
The odometer shows 537 miles.
Maintenance:
Per the seller, “All fluid change, flushes, and other maintenance have been done by the owner during the ownership of this bike.”
Modifications:
Zero Gravity windscreen.
Inside of the tank:
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It is riding on the original Bridgestone Battlax BT010 tires.
The sale includes HOW MANY keys, Triumph bike stand, Triumph bike cover, extra windshield fairing, and a spare Triumph OEM carbon fiber exhaust pipe.
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Cosmetic Blemishes:
The seller states there are no blemishes.
Currently located in Chicago, Illinois this Triumph is offered on a clean Illinois title. Have any Daytona 955i stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
