Positioned in Triumph's sport motorcycle lineup, the 2005 Triumph Daytona 650 utilizes a 646 cc (39.4 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 114 HP (83.2 kW) at 12,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 68 Nm (50.2 lb-ft) at 11,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 176.5 HP per liter and a 1,000 rpm working window between peak torque (11,500 rpm) and peak power (12,500 rpm), the engine character is placing it firmly in high-revving supersport territory where top-end breathing dominates.
On the scales, the Daytona 650 measures 165 kg (364 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.69 HP/kg (1.45 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 815 mm (32.1 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,390 mm (54.7 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 16.6-liter (4.4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Specific Output
176.5 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.69 HP/kg (1.45 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
11,500–12,500 rpm
Standover Height
815 mm (32.1 in)
Engine
Displacement646.0 ccm (39.42 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsIn-line four, four-stroke
Power114.0 HP (83.2 kW)) @ 12500 RPM
Torque68.0 Nm (6.9 kgf-m or 50.2 ft.lbs) @ 11500 RPM
Compression12.9:1
Bore x Stroke68.0 x 44.5 mm (2.7 x 1.8 inches)
Fuel SystemInjection. Twin-butterfly, multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with forced air induction
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionDigital - inductive type - via electronic engine management system
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet, multi-plate
Chassis
Frame TypeAluminium beam perimeter
Rake24.6°
Front Suspension43mm forks with adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping
Rear SuspensionMonoshock with adjustable preload and rebound damping
Wheelbase1390 mm (54.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre180/55-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc. 4-piston calipers
Front Brake Ø308 mm (12.1 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Single piston calipers
Rear Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight165.0 kg (363.8 pounds)
Power/Weight0.6909 HP/kg
Seat Height815 mm (32.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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