Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024

Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024

Overview - Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022 vs Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024

Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024

Technical Specifications Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024

Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024

Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	90 mm	Bore	100 mm
Stroke	Stroke	60.7 mm	Stroke	66 mm
Engine power	Engine power	150 HP	Engine power	107 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	130 Nm	Torque	100 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13.2	Compression Ratio	11.5
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	3	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,160 ccm	Displacement	1,037 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	Showa	Brand	Kayaba
Diameter	Diameter	49 mm	Diameter	43 mm
Travel	Travel	220 mm	Travel	170 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Brand	Brand	Showa	Brand	Kayaba
Travel	Travel	220 mm	Travel	169 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Twin Tube
Rake	Rake	66.3 degree	Rake	62.5 degree
Trail	Trail	112 mm	Trail	126 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	310 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	radial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	282 mm	Diameter	260 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Hill start assist, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Collision warning, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Blind Spot Assist, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Hill start assist, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	90 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	21 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,296 mm	Length	2,390 mm
Width	Width	982 mm	Width	960 mm
Height	Height	1,547 mm	Height	1,505 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,560 mm	Wheelbase	1,595 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	875 mm	Seat Height	880 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	261 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	252 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	30 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A
Range	Range	588 km	Range	200,000 km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	5.1 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	0.01 l/100km

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	Bluetooth, Connectivity, Heated grips, Keyless System, Cornering lights, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, Heated seat, TFT display, Windscreen adjustable	Equipment	LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022

With the slimmer Tiger 1200, Triumph has now joined the ranks of the very best in the top enduro touring class. The Rally models also convince in practice with real off-road competence, the GT models with exemplary agility, both with power and sovereignty in every situation thanks to the three-cylinder engine full of character. It won't knock the BMW R1250 GS off its throne as the best-selling motorbike, but it certainly doesn't have to hide from it or other contenders. Our comparative tests will reveal whether it has what it takes to be the best "big adventure bike" of 2022. Especially since the cat of prey manages the balancing act between long-distance and off-road capability, which a touring enduro always has to master, really well, more in one direction or the other depending on the model choice.

Powerful engine

High-quality electronics package

Semi-active chassis regulates finely

Extensive standard equipment

Long-distance comfort

Excellent wind and weather protection

Agility

Better model spread between on- and off-road than the predecessor model.

Minor load change reactions on Explorer models

Blind Spot Assist not available on Pro models

High pillion seat restricts freedom of movement for sporty off-roading

Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024

With the revision and expansion of the 1050 range to include the DE model, Suzuki now has the right large V-Strom for everyone. Those who know from the outset that they will be staying almost exclusively on the road will find a reliable travelling companion in the standard model, but those who are less restricted in their choice of routes and also want to ride regularly on unpaved terrain will now find a good choice in the DE. The machine looks robust, is easy to ride and offers a high level of long-distance comfort. The weight is too high for very serious off-road use and the travel is too short. However, as with the standard model, the main selling point remains the marvellous engine, which leaves little to be desired with its rich torque.

powerful engine

simple but high-quality electronics package with intuitive operation

good ergonomics both sitting and standing

gravel mode for off-road beginners

off-road ABS function

balanced long-distance comfort

robust, tough and reliable

successful retro look

reasonable price

seems large and somewhat unwieldy when manoeuvring

above-average weight

travel could be greater

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Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024

Overview - Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022 vs Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024

Technical Specifications Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Suspension Front

Suspension Rear

Chassis

Brakes Front

Brakes Rear

Assistance Systems

Dimensions and Weights

Equipment

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer vs Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE

Price Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer

Price Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE

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