1970 Triumph Tiger 650 Pictures

The 1970 Triumph Tiger 650 motorcycle only had one carburetor, which meant it had less horsepower than its Triumph Bonneville counterpart. However, one carburetor also meant easier starting and better fuel economy, which made the Tiger easier to live with.

1970 Triumph Tiger 650 motorcycle paint
The 1970 Triumph Tiger 650 displays its classic
British profile. Japanese motorcycles would soon
displace these sorts of bikes in Europe and the U.S.

1970 Triumph Tiger 650 motorcycle speedometer
The Triumph, like the Bonneville, was equipped
with wonderfully designed Smiths gauges.

1970 Triumph Tiger 650 motorcycle engine
With its lone carburetor, the Tiger's engine was easier
to keep in tune than the Bonneville's twin-carb unit.

1970 Triumph Tiger 650 motorcycle wheel
Like the Bonneville, the Tiger carried a
ventilated front drum brake.


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