Triumph THUNDERBIRD STORM/COMMANDER/LT (2011) — Specs
Identity
Manufacturer: Triumph
Model: THUNDERBIRD STORM/COMMANDER/LT
Category: Motorcycle
Type: Motorcycle
Years: 2011 →
Engine
Displacement (cc): 1699
Cylinders: 2
Power (hp): 98
Power (kW): 72
Torque (Nm): 156
Dimensions
Overall length: 2380 mm
Overall width: 920 mm
Overall height: 1340 mm
Wheelbase: 1580 mm
Ground clearance: 140 mm
Weight (kg): 339
Seat height (mm): 700
Tank (L): 22
Tires
Front tire: 120/70 R19
Rear tire: 200/50 R17
Front pressure (bar): 2.5
Rear pressure (bar): 2.6
Drivetrain
Drive chain: toothed belt
Ignition
Spark plug: NGK DPR6EA-9
Plug gap: 0.9 mm
Fluids & Filters
Engine oil: SAE10W-40, 10W-50, API SH
Engine oil (with filter, L): 4.2
Oil filter: OEM oil filter
Air filter: OEM air filter
Coolant (L): 2.5
Brake fluid: DOT 4
Fuel consumption
Estimated range: ~366 km on a full tank (22.0 L)
Service
Battery: OEM battery specification
Service interval (km): 10000
Service interval (months): 12
Valve check (km): 24000
Parts and consumables for this motorcycle
Data is gathered with care, but without guarantee. Always confirm critical information with your dealer or workshop.
Service notes
Service interval: every 10,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first. Valve clearance check every 24,000 km. Valve clearance — intake cold 0.10-0.15 mm, exhaust cold 0.15-0.20 mm. Engine oil: oil grade SAE10W-40, 10W-50, API SH, 4.2 L with filter change. Spark plug: NGK DPR6EA-9 (gap 0.9 mm). Brake fluid: DOT 4. Coolant capacity: 2.5 L. Chain: toothed belt. Tire pressure: front 2.5 bar, rear 2.6 bar (cold). Tire size: front 120/70 R19, rear 200/50 R17. Always confirm critical values with the workshop manual or an authorised dealer.
OEM and quality aftermarket parts that fit this bike. Always confirm with your dealer before ordering.
Engine oil
Spec: SAE10W-40, 10W-50, API SH, 4.2 L (with filter)
- OEM OEM recommended engine oil (SAE 10W-40)
- Premium Motul 7100 4T (100% Synthetic, Ester)
- Premium Motul 5100 4T Technosynthese (Semi-Synthetic)
Which Motul for this bike?
| Motul 7100 4T ✓ | Motul 5100 4T | |
|---|---|---|
| Product | Motul 7100 4T — 100% fully synthetic | Motul 5100 4T — semi-synthetic |
| Best for | Sport, Naked, Adventure (600cc+), track | Standard, Cruiser, Scooter, daily use |
| RPM protection | Excellent — ester base, stable under load | Good — for normal riding conditions |
- Standard Repsol Moto Racing 4T (Synthetic)
- Standard Elf Moto 4 Tech (Semi-Synthetic)
Fully Synthetic vs Semi-Synthetic
| Fully Synthetic | Semi-Synthetic | |
|---|---|---|
| Base oil | 100% chemical synthesis (ester or PAO) | Mineral oil + synthetic additives |
| Heat resistance | Excellent — stable at extreme heat & RPM | Good — suitable for normal temperatures |
| Cold start | Better — reaches engine faster when cold | Good — adequate for normal climates |
| Change interval | Longer (up to 10,000 km) | Shorter (5,000–7,000 km typical) |
| Price | Higher | Lower |
Oil filter
- OEM OEM oil filter
- Premium Hiflofiltro – check by VIN at hiflofiltro.com
- Premium K&N – check fitment by VIN at knfilters.com
- Standard Champion COF
- Standard Vesrah SF
Air filter
- OEM OEM air filter
- Premium K&N Replacement Air Filter
- Premium DNA High Performance
- Standard Hiflofiltro air filter – check by VIN
- Standard Champion CAF
Spark plug
Spec: NGK DPR6EA-9, gap 0.9 mm
- OEM NGK DPR6EA-9
- Premium NGK DPR6EAIX-9
- Premium Denso Iridium Power
- Standard NGK DPR6EA-9
- Standard Denso Standard
Front brake pads
Spec: EBC FA236HH
- OEM OEM front brake pads
- Premium Brembo Z04 / SC
- Premium EBC FA236HH
- Standard Ferodo Platinum
- Standard TRW Lucas Sintered
Rear brake pads
Spec: EBC FA236HH
- OEM OEM rear brake pads
- Premium Brembo SP
- Premium EBC FA236HH
- Standard Ferodo Platinum
- Standard TRW Lucas
Front tire
Spec: 120/70 R19, 2.5 bar
- OEM OEM 120/70 R19
- Premium Michelin Road / Power
- Premium Pirelli Diablo / Angel
- Standard Metzeler Roadtec / Tourance
- Standard Dunlop Sportmax / Trailmax
Rear tire
Spec: 200/50 R17, 2.6 bar
- OEM OEM 200/50 R17
- Premium Michelin Road / Power
- Premium Pirelli Diablo / Angel
- Standard Metzeler Roadtec / Tourance
- Standard Dunlop Sportmax / Trailmax
Battery
- OEM OEM battery specification
- Premium Yuasa YTX20HL-BS (typical 1300cc+ cruiser/tourer)
- Premium Motobatt Quadflex
- Standard Exide AGM
- Standard Varta Powersports
Brake fluid
Spec: DOT 4
- OEM OEM recommended brake fluid (DOT 4)
- Premium Motul RBF 600 / 660
- Premium Castrol React SRF
- Standard TotalEnergies HBF4
- Standard Elf BRAKE FLUID DOT 4
Coolant
Spec: 2.50 L coolant capacity
- OEM OEM recommended coolant
- Premium Motul Motocool Factory Line
- Premium Engine Ice
- Standard TotalEnergies Coolelf
- Standard Elf Coolelf Auto Supra
Service interval
Spec: 10 000 km / 12 months
- OEM Engine oil + oil filter change
- OEM Air filter inspection
- OEM Spark plug check
- OEM Brake fluid replacement: every 2 years
Valve check
Spec: 24 000 km
- OEM Intake clearance: cold 0.10-0.15 mm
- OEM Exhaust clearance: cold 0.15-0.20 mm
Suspension
Spec: 47 mm telescopic fork / 677 ml 10W dry
- OEM Fork: 47 mm telescopic fork
- OEM Fork oil grade: 677 ml 10W dry
Drive chain
- OEM OEM chain (matches OEM pitch and length)
- Premium DID VX3 X-Ring
- Premium DID ZVM-X Pro
- Standard JT Sprockets HDR
- Standard AFAM A5
