Positioned in Triumph's touring motorcycle lineup, the 1997 Triumph Trophy 1200 features a 1180 cc (72 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 108 HP (78.8 kW) while maximum torque reaches 104 Nm (76.7 lb-ft), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 91.5 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 235 kg (518 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.46 HP/kg (2.18 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 790 mm (31.1 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,490 mm (58.7 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 25-liter (6.6 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 225 km/h (140 mph).
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
91.5 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.46 HP/kg (2.18 kg/HP)
Standover Height
790 mm (31.1 in)
Engine
Displacement1180.0 ccm (72.00 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsIn-line four, four-stroke
Power108.0 HP (78.8 kW))
Torque104.0 Nm (10.6 kgf-m or 76.7 ft.lbs)
Compression10.6:1
Bore x Stroke76.0 x 65.0 mm (3.0 x 2.6 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemCarburettor. 36 mm Flat side CV carburetors
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionDigital Inductive type
LubricationWet sump
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet, multiple discs, cable operated
Performance
Top Speed225.0 km/h (139.8 mph)
Chassis
Rake27.0°
Trail105 mm (4.1 inches)
Front Suspension43mm Forks with triple rate springs adjustable for compression, rebound damping and spring preload
Rear SuspensionMonoshock with adjustable preload and rebound damping
Wheelbase1490 mm (58.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre170/60-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc. Four-piston calipers.
Front Brake Ø310 mm (12.2 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Two-piston calipers.
Rear Brake Ø255 mm (10.0 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight235.0 kg (518.1 pounds)
Power/Weight0.4596 HP/kg
Seat Height790 mm (31.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Power
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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