Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2018 vs. Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020

Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2018

Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2018

Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020

Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020

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Overview - Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2018 vs Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020

The Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2018 and the Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020 are both enduro motorcycles with similar engine types, transmission, and cylinder configurations. However, there are several key differences between the two models.

In terms of engine specifications, the Tiger 800 XCA has a bore of 74 mm and a stroke of 61.9 mm, while the Tiger 900 Rally Pro has a larger bore of 78 mm but the same stroke. The engine power of the Tiger 900 Rally Pro is slightly higher at 95.2 HP compared to the Tiger 800 XCA's 95 HP. The torque output of the Tiger 900 Rally Pro is also higher at 87 Nm compared to the Tiger 800 XCA's 79 Nm. The displacement of the Tiger 900 Rally Pro is larger at 888 ccm compared to the Tiger 800 XCA's 799 ccm.

In terms of suspension, the Tiger 900 Rally Pro features a front suspension with a larger diameter of 45 mm compared to the Tiger 800 XCA's 43 mm. The travel of the front suspension is also greater on the Tiger 900 Rally Pro at 240 mm compared to the Tiger 800 XCA's 220 mm. Both models have a swing arm rear suspension with similar travel distances.

Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2018

Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2018

The chassis of both models is made of steel and has a tubular frame type. The rake and trail measurements differ slightly, with the Tiger 900 Rally Pro having a rake of 65.6 degrees and a trail of 145.8 mm, while the Tiger 800 XCA has a rake of 66.6 degrees and a trail of 93.5 mm.

Both models feature double disk front brakes with Brembo brand. The Tiger 900 Rally Pro also has additional advanced rider assistance systems such as cornering ABS and ride by wire, which are not present in the Tiger 800 XCA. Both models have a 21-inch front tire diameter and a 17-inch rear tire diameter, with a rear tire width of 150 mm.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Tiger 900 Rally Pro has a slightly longer wheelbase at 1551 mm compared to the Tiger 800 XCA's 1545 mm. The seat height of the Tiger 900 Rally Pro is also slightly higher at 850 mm compared to the Tiger 800 XCA's 840 mm. Both models have a dry weight (with ABS) of around 200 kg and a fuel tank capacity of 19-20 liters.

In terms of strengths, the Tiger 800 XCA excels in its agile engine, easy handling, full comfort features, and six different riding modes, including an Offroad Pro mode. It also offers a great standing position off-road and the traction control and ABS can be deactivated.

Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020

Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020

On the other hand, the Tiger 900 Rally Pro offers a three-cylinder engine full of character, significantly improved off-road capability, comfortable suspension elements, and a quickshifter with blipper as standard. It also comes with generous standard equipment, including heated seats for both the rider and passenger, and has good ergonomics, wind and weather protection, and long-distance capability.

In terms of weaknesses, the Tiger 800 XCA is criticized for its color TFT display not being optimally anti-reflective and its high price. The Tiger 900 Rally Pro has been noted to have less robust handguards for off-road use and a flood of switches on the left handlebars.

Overall, the Tiger 900 Rally Pro offers several improvements over the Tiger 800 XCA in terms of engine performance, off-road capability, and standard features. However, it is important to consider individual preferences and priorities when choosing between the two models.

Technical Specifications Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2018 compared to Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020

Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2018
Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore74 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke61.9 mmStroke61.9 mm
Engine powerEngine power95 HPEngine power95.2 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,750 rpm
TorqueTorque79 NmTorque87 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,050 rpmRpm at Torque7,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.3 Compression Ratio11.27
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders3Cylinders3
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement799 ccmDisplacement888 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandWPBrandShowa
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter45 mm
TravelTravel220 mmTravel240 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandWPBrandShowa
TravelTravel215 mmTravel230 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular
RakeRake66.6 degreeRake65.6 degree
TrailTrail93.5 mmTrail145.8 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter305 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter255 mmDiameter255 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
BrandBrandNissinBrandBrembo

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsRiding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WidthWidth865 mmWidth935 mm
HeightHeight1,390 mmHeight1,452 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,545 mmWheelbase1,551 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height850 mm
Seat Height up toSeat Height up to860 mmSeat Height up to870 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)208 kgDry Weight (with ABS)201 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2018

Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2018

The best Tiger 800 ever - because while the new Tiger 800 XCa can boast a special Offroad Pro mode and a superb standing position off-road, it doesn't mess around on paved roads either: superb seating position, the same manoeuvrability as the more road-oriented Tiger 800 XRt thanks to wider handlebars and even more lean angle clearance thanks to the longer suspension travel. You don't have to do without comfort despite serious off-road capabilities and sporty rideability; colour TFT display, height-adjustable windshield, heated grips and seats as well as full LED lighting are not even available at extra cost from other manufacturers in the mid-range touring enduro class, but are standard on Triumph's top model.

Agile engine

easy handling

full comfort features

six different riding modes

Offroad Pro mode

great standing position off-road

traction control and ABS can be deactivated

Colour TFT display not optimally anti-reflective

high price

Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020

Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020

It's impressive how well the bike manages the balancing act between on- and off-road, doing exactly what a touring enduro should be able to do, or what you still want to do with a touring enduro. And it does so with a degree of maturity that is astonishing for a new model and shows that Triumph has done its homework and has sensibly further developed the already underrated Tiger 800. Even if some die-hard Tiger fans may miss the now less pronounced, typical whistle of the three-cylinder. The question of whether the Tiger 900 Rally Pro is ready for the road can only be answered with a "when do you want to go again?

Three-cylinder engine full of character

significantly improved off-road capability

comfortable suspension elements

quickshifter with blipper as standard

generous standard equipment, even heated seats for rider and passenger

good ergonomics

good wind and weather protection

long-distance capability.

Handguards not very robust for off-road use

flood of switches on left handlebars

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Tiger 800 XCA vs Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro

There are a few key differences between a Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2018 and a Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020 is about 14% higher. There are the same number of bikes of both models available on the 1000PS.de marketplace, specifically 4. It takes less time to sell a Triumph Tiger 800 XCA with 82 days compared to 91 days for a Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro. Since model year 2015 1000PS.de editors have written 8 reviews for the Triumph Tiger 800 XCA and 22 reviews for the Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro since model year 2020. The first review for the Triumph Tiger 800 XCA was published on 05/05/2015 and now has more than 18,900 views. This compares to more than 65,300 views for the first review on Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro published on 03/12/2019.

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