1999Triumph Tiger

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The 1999 Triumph Tiger is the 885cc version of Triumph's adventure tourer, built for long trips on and off road. Its liquid-cooled 885cc inline triple makes 86 hp at 8,200 rpm and 85 Nm through a six-speed gearbox and chain. An 850 mm seat, 215 kg dry weight and large 24-litre tank give it a long touring range.

Capacity: 885.0 ccm
Engine: In-line three-cylinder, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 215.0 kg
Seat height: 850 mm
Power: 86.0 HP (63.3 kW) @ 8200 RPM

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What’s new for the 1999 Triumph Tiger

vs the 1998

Spec	1998	1999
Power	85.0 HP (62.5 kW) @ 8000 RPM	86.0 HP (63.3 kW) @ 8200 RPM
Torque	82.0 Nm (8.4 kgf-m or 60.5 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM	85.0 Nm (8.7 kgf-m or 62.7 ft.lbs) @ 6400 RPM
Dry weight	209.0 kg (460.8 pounds)	215.0 kg (474.0 pounds)
Compression	10.6:1	11.3:1

Other years 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail35%

Cornering75%

City riding60%

Daily riding75%

Touring80%

Two-up72%

Track45%

Best for: Designed as a road-biased sport tourer with adventure styling, excelling at fast highway miles and twisty backroads rather than technical off-road terrain.
Built for: A punchy triple-cylinder engine delivers strong midrange torque and a sporty edge, wrapped in a versatile, upright riding position for long-distance comfort.
Not ideal for: Not the ideal pick for riders seeking a genuine off-road-capable adventure bike or a lightweight, beginner-friendly first motorcycle.

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

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 850mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with tip-toe one foot on the 1999 Triumph Tiger, with a moderate knee angle of around 90 degrees and a slightly forward 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: 86.0 HP (63.3 kW) @ 8200 RPM
Torque: 85.0 Nm (8.7 kgf-m) @ 6400 RPM
Engine type: In-line three-cylinder, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.4000 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 76.0 x 65.0 mm
Compression: 11.3:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 2

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet. multi-plate

Performance

Top speed: 160.0 km/h (99.4 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1560 mm
Seat height: 850 mm
Dry weight: 215.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 24.00 litres
Ground clearance: Not on record - add it

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Dual disc
Rear brakes: Single disc
Front tyre: 100/90-19
Rear tyre: 110/90-18

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	1993	1997	1999	2002	2006	2010
Capacity	885 cc	885 cc	885 cc	955 cc	955 cc	1050 cc
Dry weight	209 kg	209 kg	215 kg	215 kg	215 kg	198 kg
Seat height	850 mm	850 mm	850 mm	860 mm	840 mm	835 mm
Fuel capacity	24 L	24 L	24 L	24 L	24 L	20 L