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Adventurer

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54 /100 Balanced
Power/Weight
0.33 hp/kg
Top Speed
190 km/h
Torque
72 Nm
Engine
885 ccm

2001 Triumph Adventurer Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Triumph for the naked motorcycle segment, the 2001 Triumph Adventurer relies on a 885 cc (54 cu in) in-line three, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 69 HP (50.4 kW) at 8,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 72 Nm (53.1 lb-ft) at 4,800 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 78 HP per liter and a 3,200 rpm working window between peak torque (4,800 rpm) and peak power (8,000 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.

On the scales, the Adventurer measures 211 kg (465 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.33 HP/kg (3.06 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 725 mm (28.5 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,620 mm (63.8 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 15-liter (4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 190 km/h (118 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Triumph archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 1996 to 2001, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
78 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.33 HP/kg (3.06 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
4,800–8,000 rpm
Standover Height
725 mm (28.5 in)
Engine
Displacement 885.0 ccm (54.00 cubic inches)
Engine Type In-line three, four-stroke
Engine Details In-line three, four-stroke
Power 69.0 HP (50.4 kW)) @ 8000 RPM
Torque 72.0 Nm (7.3 kgf-m or 53.1 ft.lbs) @ 4800 RPM
Bore x Stroke 76.0 x 65.0 mm (3.0 x 2.6 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 4
Fuel System Carburettor
Transmission
Gearbox 5-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed 190.0 km/h (118.1 mph)
Chassis
Front Travel 150 mm (5.9 inches)
Rear Travel 136 mm (5.4 inches)
Wheelbase 1620 mm (63.8 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 100/90-R19
Rear Tyre 150/80-R16
Front Brakes Single disc
Front Brake Ø 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc
Rear Brake Ø 285 mm (11.2 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 211.0 kg (465.2 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.3270 HP/kg
Seat Height 725 mm (28.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity 15.00 litres (3.96 US gallons)
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Intermediate
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City & Weekend Rides
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Seat Height
72.5 cm / 28.5 in
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Handling
Medium weight — some experience needed
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