| Attribute | Triumph Thunderbird Sport 1999 × | BMW R 850 GS 1999 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1999 | 1999 |
| Make | Triumph | BMW |
| Model | Triumph Thunderbird Sport | BMW R 850 GS |
| Category | Naked bike | Enduro / offroad |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | In-line three, four-stroke | Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke |
| Displacement (cm³) | 885 | 848 |
| Power (kw) | 59.9 | 51.1 |
| Cooling system | Liquid | Oil & air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 5-speed |
| Chassis | ||
| Front brakes | Dual disc | - |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | - |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,580 | 1,509 |
| Dry weight (kg) | 224 | 225 |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.2674 | 0.2271 |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 165 | 185 |
| Fuel capacity (l) | 17 | 25 |