T 100 R Daytona

1972 Triumph T 100 R Daytona Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Triumph for the classic motorcycle segment, the 1972 Triumph T 100 R Daytona relies on a 490 cc (29.9 cu in) air-cooled twin, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 40 HP (29.2 kW) at 7,200 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 4-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 81.6 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.

On the scales, the T 100 R Daytona measures 175 kg (386 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.23 HP/kg (4.38 kg per horsepower). The 13.5-liter (3.6 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 160 km/h (99 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Triumph archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 1972 to 1973, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.