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1997Triumph Adventurer

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The 1997 Triumph Adventurer is a middleweight naked bike powered by a distinctive 885cc three-cylinder engine delivering 70 horsepower and 72 Nm of torque. Its approachable seat height, manageable weight, and smooth power delivery make it ideal for riders seeking an agile, fun-to-ride commuter or weekend warrior. Known for its characterful engine note and accessible performance, the Adventurer represents Triumph's return to modern motorcycle manufacturing.

Capacity: 885.0 ccm
Engine: In-line three-cylinder
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 225.0 kg
Seat height: 750 mm
Power: 70.0 HP (51.5 kW) @ 8000 RPM

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What’s new for the 1997 Triumph Adventurer

vs the 1996

Spec	1996	1997
Top speed	—	190.0 km/h (118.1 mph)

Other years 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail20%

Cornering45%

City riding55%

Daily riding60%

Touring45%

Two-up55%

Track25%

Best for: It is built as a classic-styled cruiser-naked hybrid for relaxed boulevard riding and easy weekend jaunts rather than outright performance.
Built for: It has an easygoing, torquey triple-cylinder character with classic British styling, favoring relaxed cruising over aggressive cornering.
Not ideal for: This is not the bike for riders seeking sharp handling, off-road capability, or serious long-distance touring comfort.

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

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Your height

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Units

At 750mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 1997 Triumph Adventurer, with a relaxed knee angle of around 120 degrees and a forward-leaning 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.

More bikes at 750 mm or under — Short Kings →

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 885.0 ccm
Power: 70.0 HP (51.5 kW) @ 8000 RPM
Torque: 72.0 Nm (7.3 kgf-m)
Engine type: In-line three-cylinder
Power/weight ratio: 0.3111 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 76.0 x 65.0 mm
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Carburettor
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 4

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain

Performance

Top speed: 190.0 km/h (118.1 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1620 mm
Seat height: 750 mm
Dry weight: 225.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 15.00 litres

Chassis & suspension

Front wheel travel: 150 mm
Rear wheel travel: 136 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 285 mm
Front tyre: 100/90-R19
Rear tyre: 150/80-R16

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	1996	1997	1999	2000	2001
Capacity	885 cc	885 cc	885 cc	885 cc	885 cc
Dry weight	225 kg	225 kg	225 kg	211 kg	211 kg
Seat height	750 mm	750 mm	750 mm	725 mm	725 mm
Fuel capacity	15 L	15 L	15 L	15 L	15 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

Safety Recalls

⚠ 1 recall may apply

STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERSSep 1997 · 97V164000

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTORCYCLES. FOLLOWING AN ACCIDENT IMPACT, WELD FRACTURES CAN OCCUR ON THE MAIN FRAME IN THE HEAD STOCK AREA.

Risk: THIS MAIN FRAME SHOULD NOT FRACTURE BUT BEND AFTER AN IMPACT.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THESE FRAMES WITH NEWLY MANUFACTURED FRAMES.

These recalls cover some 1997 bikes of this model. Whether one applies to a specific bike, and whether the repair has already been done, depends on its VIN — check your VIN with NHTSA or ask a dealer.

Source: NHTSA. View all Triumph recalls →