Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2019 vs. KTM 790 Adventure 2020

In terms of engine and drive train, both the Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2019 and the KTM 790 Adventure 2020 have in-line engines with a displacement of 799cc. However, the Tiger 800 XCA has three cylinders while the 790 Adventure has two. Both bikes have a chain transmission system. The Tiger 800 XCA produces 95 horsepower and 79 Nm of torque, while the 790 Adventure also produces 95 horsepower but has a slightly higher torque of 88 Nm.

In terms of suspension, both bikes have upside-down telescopic forks at the front and swing arm suspension at the rear. The front suspension on both bikes is provided by WP and has a diameter of 43mm. However, the Tiger 800 XCA has a slightly higher front travel of 220mm compared to the 200mm on the 790 Adventure. The rear suspension on both bikes is also provided by WP and has a travel of 215mm on the Tiger 800 XCA and 200mm on the 790 Adventure. Both bikes have preload adjustment for the rear suspension.

Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2019

In terms of chassis, the Tiger 800 XCA has a steel frame while the 790 Adventure has a chromium-molybdenum frame. The frame on the 790 Adventure is of the tubular, load-bearing engine type. The Tiger 800 XCA has a rake of 66.6 degrees and a trail of 93.5mm, while the 790 Adventure has a slightly lower rake of 64.1 degrees and a higher trail of 107.8mm.

Both bikes have double disk brakes at the front. In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both bikes have ABS, riding modes, and traction control. However, the 790 Adventure also has ride by wire technology, which the Tiger 800 XCA does not have.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have a front tire diameter of 21 inches and a rear tire width of 150mm. However, the 790 Adventure has a slightly larger rear tire diameter of 18 inches compared to the 17 inches on the Tiger 800 XCA. The wheelbase on the Tiger 800 XCA is 1545mm, while it is slightly shorter at 1509mm on the 790 Adventure. The seat height on the Tiger 800 XCA is adjustable from 840mm to 860mm, while it is adjustable from 830mm to 850mm on the 790 Adventure. The dry weight of the Tiger 800 XCA with ABS is 208kg, while the 790 Adventure weighs slightly less at 189kg. Both bikes have a fuel tank capacity of 19 liters, but the 790 Adventure has a slightly larger capacity at 20 liters.

KTM 790 Adventure 2020

In terms of strengths, the Tiger 800 XCA has an agile engine, easy handling, full comfort features, six different riding modes including an Offroad Pro mode, a great standing position off-road, and the ability to deactivate traction control and ABS. The KTM 790 Adventure has an engine with manners and character, enormously high chassis stability, brakes without reproach, tremendous off-road capabilities, and low average consumption.

In terms of weaknesses, the Tiger 800 XCA has a color TFT display that is not optimally anti-reflective and a high price. The KTM 790 Adventure has an unattractive surcharge policy and an original seat that is not optimally shaped.