Triumph Adventurer - 1998 Specifications and Reviews

The 1998 Triumph Adventurer is a middleweight cruiser powered by an 885cc three-cylinder engine delivering 68 horsepower, making it ideal for riders seeking accessible, approachable cruiser styling with genuine character. Its liquid-cooled engine and manageable 225kg weight provide a practical alternative to larger cruisers while maintaining that distinctive Triumph triple-cylinder personality and British heritage appeal.

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General information

CategoryCustom / cruiser
Year1998
ModelTriumph Adventurer

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Transmission typefinal driveChain
Gearbox5-speed
Cooling systemLiquid
StarterElectric
Valves per cylinder3
Torque69.00
Power68.00
Stroke4
Engine typeIn-line three
Capacity:885.00 ccm (54.00 cubic inches)
 
 

Physical measures and capacities

Seat height750 mm (29.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Dry weight225.0 kg (496.0 pounds)

Triumph Adventurer dimensions and frame

Front brakesSingle disc
 
 

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.3022 HP/kg
Top speed195.0 km/h (121.2 mph)

Other specs

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Performance Profile & Rider Fit

69 hp
Peak Power
4.8s
0-60 mph
121.2 mph
Top Speed

Best For

Track25%
City55%
Cornering45%
Daily Riding60%
Touring45%
Passenger55%

Rider Profile

Best ForThis bike suits riders with at least some experience, as its cruiser-style geometry and 19-inch front wheel demand a deliberate, unhurried riding style rather than quick reflexes.
PurposeIt is built as a classic-styled cruiser-naked hybrid for relaxed boulevard riding and easy weekend jaunts rather than outright performance.
Rider FitThe low seat height and moderate dry weight make it accessible to shorter riders, though the long wheelbase requires a bit more effort in tight, slow-speed maneuvers.
CharacterIt has an easygoing, torquey triple-cylinder character with classic British styling, favoring relaxed cruising over aggressive cornering.
Not Ideal ForThis is not the bike for riders seeking sharp handling, off-road capability, or serious long-distance touring comfort.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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1998 Triumph Adventurer Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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Feet:

At 750mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 1998 Triumph Adventurer, with a cramped knee angle of around 85 degrees and an upright riding position.

Data quality: estimated (wheelbase estimated from this category's typical bike, not this model's own spec). Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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