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2016Triumph Street Twin
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The 2016 Triumph Street Twin is an approachable modern classic aimed at newer riders and anyone who values style and easy manners over outright speed. Its liquid-cooled 900 cc parallel twin makes 54.2 hp with a strong 80 Nm of torque low down, while a 749 mm seat height keeps it confidence-inspiring. Best known as the friendly, customisable entry point to Triumph's Bonneville family.
- Capacity
- 900.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 198.2 kg
- Seat height
- 749 mm
- Power
- 54.2 HP (40.4 kW) @ 5900 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built primarily as a stylish, easygoing modern classic for commuting and weekend rides rather than outright performance or long-distance touring.
- Built for
- A torquey, characterful parallel-twin roadster that prioritizes smooth, tractable real-world power and classic British styling over outright speed.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for riders chasing high-speed thrills, serious off-road capability, or a dedicated long-haul touring setup with passenger comfort and wind protection.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Engine
- Capacity
- 900.0 ccm
- Power
- 54.2 HP (40.4 kW) @ 5900 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 86 CO2 g/km
- EPA Certificate No.
- GTDXC.900BBF-010
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 3.67 L/100km (64.1 US mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 2.0 CO g/km
- Torque
- 80.0 Nm (8.2 kgf-m) @ 3230 RPM
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 3.90 litres/100 km (25.6 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2735 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 84.6 x 80.0 mm
- Compression
- 10.6:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet. multi-plate assist
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1415 mm
- Overall width
- 785 mm
- Overall height
- 1115 mm
- Seat height
- 749 mm
- Dry weight
- 198.2 kg
- Wet weight
- 215.9 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 12.10 litres
- Oil capacity
- 3.80 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Tubular steel cradle
- Front suspension
- Kayaba 41mm forks. 120mm travel
- Rear suspension
- Kayaba twin shocks with adjustable preload. 120mm rear wheel travel
- Front wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 25.1°
- Trail
- 100 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. ABS. Floating discs. Two-piston calipers.
- Front brakes diameter
- 310 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. Two-piston calipers.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 255 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 100/90-18
- Rear tyre
- 150/70-R17
Other
- Color options
- Black, Red, Silver, Matt Black
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2016 | 2018 | 2019 | 2021 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 900 cc | 900 cc | 900 cc | 900 cc | 900 cc |
| Dry weight | 198 kg | 198 kg | 198 kg | 198 kg | 198 kg |
| Seat height | 749 mm | 750 mm | 759 mm | 765 mm | 765 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 12.1 L | 12.1 L | 12.1 L | 12.1 L | 12.1 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Safety Recalls
⚠ 3 recalls may applyELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRINGFeb 2019 · 19V133000
Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Bonneville T120 and Bonneville T120 Black, 2017-2019 Bonneville T100 and T100 Black, 2017-2018 Street Cup and Street Scrambler, and 2016-2018 Street Twin motorcycles. The clutch cable may contact the main harness cover and cause damage to wiring within the main harness. This may lead to a loss of electrical power to various electrical circuits.
Risk: Loss of electrical power may cause the headlight or indicator lighting to malfunction or the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will replace the original securing guide for the clutch cable and main harness with an updated one, free of charge. The recall began March 27, 2019. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SRAN560.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICJun 2016 · 16E057000
Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain accessory Adjustable Brake Levers, sold as part of an aftermarket lever replacement kit, part number A2021334. These brake levers are intended for installation on 2016 and 2017 Thruxton 1200, Street Twin, Bonneville T120, and Bonneville T120 Black motorcycles. Under certain conditions, the brake levers may contact the handlebar before maximum braking force is applied.
Risk: Without the ability to apply maximum front braking, the distance needed to stop the motorcycle may be lengthened, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected brake levers, free of charge. The recall began July 7, 2016. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRINGMar 2016 · 16V163000
Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD. (Triumph) is recalling certain model year 2016 Street Twin motorcycles manufactured September 7, 2015, to November 21, 2015. The wiring in the fuel tank that powers the fuel pump may have damaged insulation and, as a result, fuel may enter the wiring and travel down the harness, outside of the tank and drip from the connector at the main harness.
Risk: A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source such as an electrical short, increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel pump harness and replace it as needed, based on its batch number, free of charge. The recall began April 2016. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010.
These recalls cover some 2016 bikes of this model. Whether one applies to a specific bike, and whether the repair has already been done, depends on its VIN — check your VIN with NHTSA or ask a dealer.
Source: NHTSA. View all Triumph recalls →
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Triumph Street Twin?
The 2016 Triumph Street Twin has a Capacity of 900.0 ccm (54.92 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Triumph Street Twin have?
The 2016 Triumph Street Twin has a Power of 54.2 HP (40.4 kW) @ 5900 RPM.
How many gears does the Triumph Street Twin have?
The 2016 Triumph Street Twin has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Triumph Street Twin?
The 2016 Triumph Street Twin has a Torque of 80.0 Nm (8.2 kgf-m or 59.0 ft.lbs) @ 3230 RPM.
How much does the Triumph Street Twin weigh?
The 2016 Triumph Street Twin has a Dry weight of 198.2 kg (437.0 pounds).
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