1937 Triumph Tiger 90 technical specifications

Technical specifications

Model: Tiger 90
Years: 1937-40
Engine: Four stroke, single cylinder, pushrod-OHV, 2 valves
Capacity: 497 cc / 30.3 cu in
Bore x Stroke: 84 x 89 mm
Compression Ratio: 7.5:1
Cooling System: Air cooled
Exhaust: One-into-one, chrome
Induction: Carburetor
Starting: Kick
Max Power: 18 kW / 24 hp
Frame: Single downtube, tubular-steel cradle
Transmission: 4-Sppeed
Final Drive: Chain
Front Suspension: Grider fork with adjustable friction damping
Rear Suspension: Rigid, spring loaded saddle
Front Brakes: 200 mm Single leading shoe drum, expanding
Rear Brakes: 200 mm Single leading shoe drum, expanding
Front Wheel: 20", chrome, spokes
Rear Wheel: 19", chrome, spokes
Dry Weight: 166 kg / 366 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 14.8 L / 3.9 US gal / 3.3 Imp gal
Top Speed: 140 km/h / 87 mph
Colours: Silver sheen, chrome-plate, blue pinstripes

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