The 1991 Triumph Daytona 1000 is a sport-touring motorcycle powered by a potent liquid-cooled 998cc inline-four engine producing 100 horsepower. Built for riders seeking genuine British performance with practical everyday usability, it delivers spirited acceleration and nimble handling in a relatively compact, manageable package. Best known for reviving Triumph's sporting heritage during the Japanese import dominance of the early 1990s.
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Off-road & trail10%
Cornering60%
City riding45%
Daily riding55%
Touring75%
Two-up65%
Track55%
Best for
Built for covering long distances quickly in comfort, blending sportbike-derived performance with a more upright, touring-friendly riding position.
Built for
A classic muscular British sport tourer with a big-bore four-cylinder engine, offering strong midrange pull and effortless high-speed cruising over outright razor-sharp agility.
Not ideal for
Not the right choice for riders seeking a lightweight, flickable machine for tight city streets or technical off-road use.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Full specifications
Engine
Capacity
998.0 ccm
Power
100.0 HP (73.5 kW) @ 9800 RPM
Engine type
In-line four
Power/weight ratio
0.3731 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke
76.0 x 55.0 mm
Compression
11.0:1
Cooling system
Liquid
Fuel system
Carburettor
Starting
Electric
Ignition
twin coil ´wasted spark´ from ecu
Valves per cylinder
4
Lubrication system
40 psi (2.76bar) (5000RPM @ 80 degrees C) Wet Sump
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