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Trophy 1200

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61 /100 Sporty
Power
108 HP
Engine
1179 ccm

1991 Triumph Trophy 1200 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Triumph's sport touring motorcycle platform, the 1991 Triumph Trophy 1200 pairs a 1179 cc (71.9 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 108 HP (78.8 kW) at 9,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 91.6 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.

On the scales, the Trophy 1200 measures 267 kg (589 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.4 HP/kg (2.47 kg per horsepower). The 25-liter (6.6 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Within MotoLibrary's Triumph archive, this model family spans 11 indexed model years from 1991 to 2003, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
91.6 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.4 HP/kg (2.47 kg/HP)
Engine
Displacement 1179.0 ccm (71.94 cubic inches)
Engine Type In-line four, four-stroke
Engine Details In-line four, four-stroke
Power 108.0 HP (78.8 kW)) @ 9000 RPM
Compression 10.6:1
Bore x Stroke 76.0 x 65.0 mm (3.0 x 2.6 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 4
Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 120/70-17
Rear Tyre 160/60-18
Front Brakes Dual disc
Rear Brakes Single disc
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl. 267.0 kg (588.6 pounds)
Fuel Capacity 25.00 litres (6.61 US gallons)
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