Description
Click here for an VINData Motorcycle History Report on this 1996 Triumph Speed Triple.
Introduced in 1994, the Speed Triple was named in honor of Triumph’s 1938 Speed Twin. It utilized Triumph’s popular inline triple engine in a streetfighter design that quickly earned a reputation as the hooligan’s bike of choice due to the torquey power delivery, excellent handling, and surprisingly comfortable ergonomics. It’s even the vehicle of choice of Wheelie University!
The 885cc engine in the opening T309 generation were carb’d and produced 97 horsepower at the crank – that power was pushed through a 5-speed transmission (changed to a 6-speed in ’96) and the bike produced 60ft-lb of torque at 6,500 rpm. For a great read on the early developmental history of the Speed Triple, check out this article on Visordown here.
This example is VIN: SMT390DF9TJ030471. The seller purchased the bike May 2023 and states, “This bike was part of the Devin Battley (Battley Harley Davidson, Triumph, Ducati, and Buell Dealership) collection in Gaithersburg, MD. Devin was a long-time racer and very successful dealer who tucked away many of his favorite bikes in the basement of his dealership. Copy of Certificate of Origin attached. I loved the look and theory behind the original hooligan, single headlight, triple. While wandering in Devin’s basement, I spotted this jewel tucked behind several racing Ducatis and knew I had to have it. It’s been a blast to clean it up and bring it back to life. Truly a hot-rod time capsule that’s been broken in properly and is ready for riding or for the living room!”
During his ownership, the seller has covered approximately 390 miles. The odometer shows 400 miles.
Maintenance:
Per the seller, “The bike was stored indoors with cover with all fluids except gas until 2022, when CycleMax recommissioned it. I’ve since put on new tires, cleaned the carbs again (they were rebuilt during the recommissioning) and changed the oil twice. The bike is in “as new” condition, including break-in procedure sticker on tank, and fully running as new.”
Modifications:
According to the seller, the bike is stock.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Michelin Power 5 2CT tires with date codes of 1222 and 1623.
The sale includes one key and MSO.
Cosmetic Blemishes:
According to the seller, there are no blemishes.
Currently located in Poolesville, Maryland, this Triumph is offered on a clean Maryland title. Have any Triumph stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
