Triumph Tiger 800 XC 2012 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2020

Triumph Tiger 800 XC 2012

Triumph Tiger 800 XC 2012

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2020

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2020

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Overview - Triumph Tiger 800 XC 2012 vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2020

Triumph Tiger 800 XC 2012

Triumph Tiger 800 XC 2012

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2020

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2020

Technical Specifications Triumph Tiger 800 XC 2012 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2020

Triumph Tiger 800 XC 2012
Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore74 mmBore81 mm
StrokeStroke61.9 mmStroke62.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power95 HPEngine power71 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,300 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpm
TorqueTorque79 NmTorque62 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,850 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio11.2
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders3Cylinders2
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement799 ccmDisplacement645 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter19 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
LengthLength2,215 mmLength2,275 mm
WidthWidth865 mmWidth835 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,568 mmWheelbase1,560 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height865 mmSeat Height815 mm
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 XC 2012

Triumph Tiger 800 XC 2012

I like the Tiger 800 XC not only on the road for my daily commute to work. It is a very uncomplicated vehicle which, thanks to the powerful and lively engine, is not only very useful but also a lot of fun. On the racetrack, I actually only used the vehicle for my instructor work. But I couldn't help it and had to take to the track once in the faster group. The high-quality chassis and the agile engine were a joy to ride and the Tiger 800 XC is THE universal talent par excellence for me.

lively engine

sporty but comfortable chassis

very easy to handle

lots of practical benefits

great price/performance ratio

Spartan dashboards

on-board computer cannot be operated from the end of the handlebar

wind / weather protection not so great

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2020

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2020

The V-Strom 650 XT may be getting on a bit, but it's still a good bike. Especially if you don't need a colour display and don't intend to leave the paved road. The 650 is an easy motorbike to ride and is hardly ever out of its depth. What's more, this model has already proven itself a zillion times over, which underlines its durability and longevity.

Simple, uncomplicated bike

proven technology

good price/performance ratio

Design and equipment are a bit outdated

very limited off-road capability

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Tiger 800 XC vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT

Price Triumph Tiger 800 XC

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