Cruisers

2002Triumph Thunderbird Sport

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The 2002 Triumph Thunderbird Sport is a sportier version of Triumph's retro triple-cylinder cruiser. Its liquid-cooled 885cc inline triple makes 83 hp and 76 Nm through a six-speed gearbox and chain, for a top speed of about 190 km/h. A 790 mm seat, 224 kg dry weight and 15-litre tank complete it.

Capacity: 885.0 ccm
Engine: In-line three-cylinder
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 224.0 kg
Seat height: 790 mm
Power: 83.0 HP (61.0 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail10%

Cornering60%

City riding60%

Daily riding65%

Touring55%

Two-up60%

Track25%

Best for: Designed as a sportier take on the classic cruiser-roadster, blending retro British styling with sharper handling than a typical cruiser.
Built for: A characterful, torquey triple-powered classic that rewards relaxed, spirited riding rather than outright aggression.
Not ideal for: Not the right choice for riders seeking off-road capability or cutting-edge sportbike performance.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Units

At 790mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2002 Triumph Thunderbird Sport, with a cramped knee angle of around 85 degrees and an upright riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 885.0 ccm
Power: 83.0 HP (61.0 kW)
Torque: 76.0 Nm (7.7 kgf-m)
Engine type: In-line three-cylinder
Power/weight ratio: 0.3705 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 76.0 x 65.0 mm
Compression: 10.0:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Carburettor
Starting: Electric

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain

Performance

Top speed: 190.0 km/h (118.1 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1580 mm
Overall length: 2320 mm
Overall width: 700 mm
Overall height: 1105 mm
Seat height: 790 mm
Dry weight: 224.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 15.00 litres

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Dual disc
Front brakes diameter: 310 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 285 mm
Front tyre: 110/70-R 17
Rear tyre: 160/70-R 17

Other

Color options: Yellow/black, red/black

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	1999	2000	2002	2003	2004
Capacity	885 cc	885 cc	885 cc	885 cc	885 cc
Dry weight	224 kg	224 kg	224 kg	224 kg	224 kg
Seat height	790 mm	790 mm	790 mm	790 mm	790 mm
Fuel capacity	17 L	15 L	15 L	15 L	15 L