Launched in 1995, the Triumph Thunderbird 900 was styled to create the impression of an air-cooled triple combustion chamber although the radiator up front shows it is clearly a liquid-cooled machine.

[2] Introduced in late 1997, this was a more sporting version of the Thunderbird 900 with power increased to 82 hp (61 kW) at 8,500 rpm with 36mm flat side Keihin CV carburettors and six-speed gearbox.

Upon its introduction, the Triumph Thunderbird received prominent press coverage due to its use by then- highly popular actress Pamela Anderson in her film, Barb Wire.

[3] Other prominent media appearances were by Hugh Laurie in British film, Maybe Baby[3] and, with a sidecar, in the BBC TV cookery series Two Fat Ladies.

[4] The motorcycle was also a sweepstakes prize for Meat Loaf's Welcome to the Neighborhood album and the entry ticket came with the CD insert, as the bike was featured in the music video for "I'd Lie for You (And That's the Truth)".