Triumphrat

53Triumph_T6 · 08-06-2009, 08:48 PM

Hi,
I just bought a 53 thurnderbird and there seems to be some issue with haedlight. It charge but doesn't last for long. Where shoudl I start and what are the good website where I can order parts from?

Thanks for your help!

Bbogie · 08-07-2009, 02:31 AM

Probably should post this under vintage bikes. This is classic triples, 95 and newer.

epynt1050 · 08-07-2009, 04:55 AM

Sounds like a battery problem and you should be able to source a 6v battery locally.
As for other spares, try www.trisupply.co.uk

53Triumph_T6 · 08-13-2009, 12:23 AM

battery looks good. what shoudl i check next and how?

t100rc · 08-13-2009, 11:55 PM

On those generator models, the lighting is never great. It's a 6-volt system and the generator only puts out decent voltage when it's at higher RPM. However, with a well-charged battery, the lights should stay lit pretty acceptably even when idling. As the battery gets weak, the lights will dim significantly when idling ... my friend's '58 often has a weak battery and his lights will go completely out at a traffic light until he revs the engine ...

check / charge / replace if necessary ... your battery. If not your battery, check output of generator. Full instructions are given in the factory manual. If beyond your scope, find a shop locally who has experience with vintage Triumphs ... NOT A NEW TRIUMPH DEALER!!!!