Motorcycles of LA/OC
Trophy
Sprint
TRIDENT
THUNDERBIRD
Adventurer
Tiger
Sports Tourer
Completely reworked for 1996, the Trophy has lived up to the design team's aim of improving the original Trophy's long distance riding capability without affecting its sporting character.
Although the touring aspect of the bike has been so successfully enhanced, it is still the right choice for the rider who enjoys working his machine hard along a twisty road.
The Trophy offers excellent protection from the elements for rider and passenger with its broad, wind-tunnel designed fairing, while the relaxed and upright riding position with the supportive, ergonomically shaped seat ensure exceptional comfort even after many hours riding.
It is available with either a 98PS 885cc triple or high torque, 108PS 1180cc four cylinder unit. The responsiveness and power of both motors means each is well suited to dealing with heavy loads and mountainous terrain as much as hard acceleration and high speed.
The chassis uses the proven Triumph tubular spine frame fitted with an aluminium swingarm and rising rate monoshock rear suspension. Powerful and progressive four-piston Nissin front brake calipers keep the bike in check.
The single colour paint schemes and chrome surrounds on the instruments and headlamps lend the Trophy a mature and distinctive look of real class. Even the luggage brackets are cleverly hidden to keep the lines of the bike looking clean and uncluttered when the panniers are removed for short distance or sporting rides.
New for 1997
Stainless Steel exhaust headers and bright chrome silencers. Touring screen now standard for most markets.
The Sprint offers a broad spectrum of riding abilities for the rider who prefers a half-faired machine.
As a sports bike its weight advantage over a Trophy improves agility, while the fairing still provides enough protection to make the Sprint a top contender as a long distance machine. The capacious 25 litre fuel tank shows Triumph's understanding of the serious rider's desire for a realistic touring range from his machine, while the strength of the four-piston front calipers and floating discs developed from the Daytona satisfy the breaking demands of the sporting rider.
The styling is a restrained but very appealing blend of curves and rich, high quality paint intended to attract those riders turned off by the abundant, garish colour schemes typical of many race replicas.
The engineering is all well-proven Triumph with the original 885cc three cylinder power unit of legendary reliability and punchy torque powering a chassis of outstanding build quality and corrosion resistance.
It's for the combination of these characteristics that the Sprint has consistently been a top three seller in the extensive Triumph range.
Roadster
The Trident is an unpretentious roadster for those riders who like their bikes to be unfaired and traditional, but it's still an exciting, high specification machine.
At the heart of the Trident's appeal is the torquey three cylinder motor, available in two capacities. The 750 is Triumph's entry level machine and provides the usual Triumph qualities of exceptional finish, secure handling and renowned reliability at the lowest price in the range.
The 900 enhances the classic Trident style with two-tone paint and hand-painted gold coachlines as well as its famously powerful and responsive engine. It's this that really distinguishes the Trident from other unfaired machines, lending the machine a character and heritage which inevitably they lack.
Despite its more old-fashioned virtues, the Trident is still very much a bike of the nineties, offering a plush ride quality, broad spread of accessible power and dependable chassis which make it ideal for town, country or motorway riding.
These qualities and the bike's well-balanced, attractive looks are behind its consistent popularity ever since its introduction in 1991.
New for 1997 -- Trident 900
New colors -- Quicksilver & Cobalt Blue, Jet Black & Ruby Red are added to the existing British Racing Green & Cream.
Classic Roadster
For the two years since it was introduced the Thunderbird has been Triumph's top-selling bike worldwide, with more than 7000 examples being sold.
The bike has already done what the new T595 and T509 are set to achieve again, which is to extend the appeal of Hinckley Triumphs beyond the original market. The Thunderbird calls on Triumph's heritage from the 50's and 60's for its classic looks, but it's backed up by the reliability, build quality and up-to-date engineering which are essential in a 90's motorcycle.
As such the bike is unique, offering a blend of character and ability which no other manufacturer can do. The polished and chromed engine covers, spoked wheels, traditional chromed tank badge and stunning new paint schemes all speak of the very best in British craftsmanship. The high-torque 70PS 885cc three cylinder engine is a reminder of the attraction of traditional motorcycle engines with their low rev power, yet it still provides the sort of acceleration, speed and responsiveness which modern riders have come to respect in every Triumph.
The steel spine frame is shared with the Adventurer, and provides secure, accurate handling that makes the Thunderbird a very capable sports machine when the rider feels the urge to press on.
In recognition of the emotional attraction of the Thunderbird, a comprehensive range of accessories is available from Triumph to allow the owner to personalise his or her machine.
New for 1997
Chrome radiator and covers, grill engine covers and rear indicator mounting cover. New colours--Cardinal Red & Silver, Imperial Green & Silver, Jet Black & Silver, Jet Black are added to the existing British Racing Green & Cream.
Cruiser
The adventurer is designed to build on the phenomenal success of the Thunderbird by extending the appeal of the classic Triumph look to the American-styled cruiser market.
The bike's styling cues are comprehensive and include the high and wide bars, the flip-up rear mudguard, the rubber knee pads and die-cast badge on the tank, the spoked wheels and an array of polished aluminium and chromed components.
This original British character with an American accent could only have been created successfully by Triumph, and the result is a machine for riders requiring individuality.
Like the Thunderbird the Adventurer offers a riding experience as satisfying as its looks. The three cylinder motor is tuned for low rev torque to give the bike an exhilarating punch around town, enhanced by the unique growl of the stubby megaphone silencers. The slick five-speed gearbox still offers one of the sweetest changes available, and the taut suspension and easy, neutral steering make town or country riding relaxed and fun.
As this is a bike pitched at the rider intent on expressing his or her individuality, there's a wide selection of Triumph accessories designed to make it easy to ensure every Adventurer is unique.
New for 1997
New colours -- Amber & Copper, Turquoise & Silver, Aubergine & Silver are added to the existing colours of Heritage Gold & Ivory, Violet & Ivory.
Enduro-look Sports Tourer
The primary purpose of the Tiger is to provide all the requirements of the sports tourer in an off-road styled package which has its own special advantages.
The long travel suspension is especially welcome on poorly surfaced roads, whether in town or away from it, where it provides additional comfort and control.
The high-up riding position offers exceptional visability, particularly useful for seeing over cars in the busy urban environment or across hedgerows in the countryside. In both situations rider enjoyment is improved, and it's also a significant safety feature.
The frame-mounted twin headlamp fairing allows high speed, long distance work, day or night, in complete comfort, even when the considerable range provided by the large 24 litre fuel tank is used to its maximum advantage.
The engine is tuned for extra torque to enhance the Tiger's touring prowess, but sufficient top end power--85PS--is retained for the bike's considerable sporting potential to be used to the full. On many real-life roads strewn with potholes and lined with bushes and trees the Tiger's particular qualities mean ostensibly sportier machines will struggle to keep up.
New for 1997
New colors -- Chili Red, Khaki Green, Jet Black are added to the existing Caspian Blue.
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