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Oil pressure light.

Recently my 2011 1600EF T'bird oil pressure light has been flickering intermittently' usually after a period of slow running. Has anyone else had this and has it been a problem to sort out?

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Thunderbird 2012 belt position and alignment

Hello all, I am sure this has been discussed on other threads, I was suggested to open a new one. Older thread for reference:...

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Load equalizer

Can anyone help me out with where the best place is to install a load equalizer for the rear turn signals on a 2015 Thunderbird Commander?

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Headlight options

My 2013 TBS has sectional led headlamps. I would like a more classic sealed beam looking set of headlamps (could still be LED bulbs). Anyone have any suggestions for direct replacements that could run...

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Triumph Thunderbird 1700 LT Gauge

Hello, I need help, this is my first time on the site. I installed a different speedometer on my bike and the bike wouldn't start. After that I installed the old speedometer and the motorcycle will no...

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Mustang Seats - Tripper Fastback and Day Tripper

Anyone tried the Mustang 76838 Tripper Fastback and 76837 Day Tripper? What are differences? Which has more padding or is considered the most comfortable?

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Cam chain worries

Can anyone help a very frustrated (usually competent) diy bike tinkerer please. I am in the process of adjusting the valve clearances on my 2010 Storm. Cams are back in and timed up correctly. My worry...

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High mileage Tbirds

Just wondering if there are any high mile birds out there. What problems have you had if any?

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Tune ECU windows download?

I have purchased a Lonelec Tuneecu Lead KL-1 and they mention 'Installing Windows TuneECU software and Running', I cannot find anywhere to download the Windows software as it apparently is now...

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2013 thunderbird storm no rear brakes

Hey guys just got this beast home and noticed right away , no rear brakes. Pedal goes to the floor with zero resistance. Fluid level is good. I'm stumped.

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Seat for my 2011 Thunderbird 1600 Standard

I'm looking for a new/used seat for my Thunderbird 1600 Standard and not having much luck finding anything i like. I like the fastback style seats and I was wondering if anyone has ever tried using a...

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Thunderbird LT starter circuit problem

My 2014 Tbird LT has developed a weird electrical problem when attempting to start it. Turning the handlebars to the left it starts normally but to the right nothing at all happens, no clicks, no...

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Rear wheel install on ‘11 Storm

I’ve been sensing what feels like a warped rear disk so, before replacing rotor, decided to scrub the rotor and replace pads and, if no improvement then I’d replace the rotor. While getting the rear...

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No Neutral, no start 2014 LT

Need some help everyone. I am at my wits end and I am thinking this has been seen or resolved by other really smart folks in the past. Started bike up last weekend, ran to store and bike died about a...

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2017 Thunderbird Storm Rear Brake Issue

I took my bike out for the first run of the season only to find out that my rear brakes were 'almost' non existent. I stepped on the rear brake and nothing. I say almost because i can feel a slight...

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Thunderbird 1995 swing arm replacement

Hey Folks ... I recently picked up a 1995 Thunderbird 900 that has had a few issues after sitting around for a while. It only has 10,000kms on the clock therefore required carbs & a few other minor...

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Passenger boards

Does anyone know Of some good aftermarket passenger boards for a Storm.After 5 years the Mrs has decided she wants to go out for rides again but the normal pegs make her feet hurt.

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ISO: Rear Seat / Luggage Rack Bolt for a '14 Tbird Storm

Anyone know where I can procure the rear pillion seat / luggage rack bolt for a 2014 Thunderbird Storm? This is the one that is in the center of the rear fender, forward of the brake light assembly....

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Need direction to find 2015 Thunderbird Storm manual or directions on...

Greetings, I have lost my manual and have tried google searches without success. Does anyone have either the link to a copy of the actual owner's manual, or who can provide me with either images of the...

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Air deflector lowers

My 2023 TB1600ABS has a Triumph windshield with the factory mounting bracket set up. Thinking about adding a set of lower air deflectors. It seems I recall somewhere that there might be some mounting...

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Looking for indicators

hi all I'm lookinh to buy some thunderstorm indicators 4 of them if anyway one is selling them could you please message thanks you

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Factory Horn wiring

Electrical how-to knowledge about my 2013 TBird 1600 (or pretty much anything electrical as far as that's concerned) is definitely my weak spot. Can somebody tell me which terminal on the back of the...

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Riding 2 up, Suspension setting?

Hey guys, what's an ideal setting when riding with a passenger? I have spanner wrenches to adjust. But when I look at the shocks from the rear, which way do I go to make it a touch stiffer? It's...

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Left Engine guard broke

Very frustrated! Was cleaning the chrome on the Tbird 1600 and noticed the lower mounting tab on the left side engine guard snapped, leaving the guard attached only by the top mounting tab and bolt....

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Saddlebag crash guards/ bars

Hey all, anyone know of, or have crash guards installed in front of their saddlebags on their thunderbird? I was looking for some for my storm and not finding much. Is it an accessory they never made?...

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Thunderbird 900, from 2000, fan constantly on

On my Thunderbird 900 the fan is constantly on for some reason. I recently repainted and stripped down the motorcycle, change some parts, etc. When putting everything together I’m having several issues...

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Long Standard Mufflers Wanted

Folks I am after a set of long Standard T-Bird 1600 mufflers for my 2010 1600 SE. I would buy them or swap for my impeccable Long TORS in the photos. Thanks Bob

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Thunderbird 900 stalling, jerking in low revs

I have a Thunderbird 900 from 2000 and I have issues with engine jerking stalling on low revs since I got it. I have disassembled the motorcycle did some painting, clean the carburetors and more. The...

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Suspension Upgrade

Have any of you put better shocks on the back ? Improved the front forks ? JJ

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Thunderbird 900 stalling when put into gear

I recently disassembled my thunderbird to do some work, paint etc. Now during reassembly I have a few issues. (Will make a different thread for each issue). In neutral: engine starts fine. But when but...

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LT now has all LED's

After having some bulbs burn out in less than two years, I decided to go all LED. Here's a list of LED bulbs I used to replace stock bulbs. OPT7 H3 LED bulbs for aux lights. (You will need to reverse...

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Location of exhaust motor or Actuator exhaust motor

New to Triumph, helping my dad install a servo on exhaust motor and can not find, traced 2 cables back but disppears under seat, any help on location with be very helpful, dad turns 79 and with like to...

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Any TBird Owners Move to a New Rocket 3?

Love my 2012 1600 ABS but I know the time will come when I'll need to move on from it. Has anyone moved to the 2019+ Rocket and can offer some opinions between the 2? I love my v-twin rumble and have...

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2013 thunderbird storm windshield?

Does anyone know where to go for decent windshields for a 2013 Storm? I have one on my America which works really well but I need one on this bike if I want to hang on for any length of time on a long...

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2015 T bird storm pipes on a 2011 T bird

Would the silencers of a 2015 Tbird storm fit onto a 2011 Tbird 1600? I haven't seen anything saying otherwise, but figured someone would know better.

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