Cruisers
1999Triumph Thunderbird
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The 1999 Triumph Thunderbird is a retro cruiser that revived a famous Triumph name from the 1950s. Its liquid-cooled 885cc inline triple makes 68 hp and 70 Nm through a five-speed gearbox and chain, for a top speed of about 195 km/h. A 750 mm seat, 220 kg dry weight and 15-litre tank suit relaxed riding.
- Capacity
- 885.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line three-cylinder, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 220.0 kg
- Seat height
- 750 mm
- Power
- 68.0 HP (50.0 kW)
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How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for relaxed, torque-driven cruising and long highway stints rather than outright speed or cornering agility.
- Built for
- A big, laid-back British cruiser with strong low-end torque, a deep exhaust note, and a commanding, classic custom presence.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders wanting sharp handling, off-road capability, or high-speed sport performance.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 885.0 ccm
- Power
- 68.0 HP (50.0 kW)
- Torque
- 70.0 Nm (7.1 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- In-line three-cylinder, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3091 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 76.0 x 65.0 mm
- Compression
- 10.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 3
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet. multi-plate
Performance
- Top speed
- 195.0 km/h (121.2 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1580 mm
- Overall length
- 2250 mm
- Overall width
- 810 mm
- Overall height
- 1150 mm
- Seat height
- 750 mm
- Dry weight
- 220.0 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
- 110/80-R18
- Rear tyre
- 150/80-R16
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 1995 | 1999 | 2000 | 2009 | 2013 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 885 cc | 885 cc | 885 cc | 1597 cc | 1597 cc | 1597 cc |
| Dry weight | 220 kg | 220 kg | 220 kg | 308 kg | 308 kg | 308 kg |
| Seat height | 750 mm | 750 mm | 776 mm | 700 mm | 700 mm | 700 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 15 L | 15 L | 15 L | 22 L | 22 L | 22 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Triumph Thunderbird?
The 1999 Triumph Thunderbird has a Capacity of 885.0 ccm (54.01 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Triumph Thunderbird have?
The 1999 Triumph Thunderbird has a Power of 68.0 HP (50.0 kW).
How many gears does the Triumph Thunderbird have?
The 1999 Triumph Thunderbird has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Triumph Thunderbird?
The 1999 Triumph Thunderbird has a Torque of 70.0 Nm (7.1 kgf-m or 51.6 ft.lbs).
How much does the Triumph Thunderbird weigh?
The 1999 Triumph Thunderbird has a Dry weight of 220.0 kg (485.0 pounds).
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