Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2014 vs. Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022

Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2014

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022

Overview - Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2014 vs Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022

Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2014

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022

Technical Specifications Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2014 compared to Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022

Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2014

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022

Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2014

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	98 mm	Bore	90 mm
Stroke	Stroke	79.5 mm	Stroke	60.7 mm
Engine power	Engine power	112 HP	Engine power	150 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,250 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	117 Nm	Torque	130 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11	Compression Ratio	13.2
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Prop shaft
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
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	1,199 ccm	Displacement	1,160 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock

Chassis

Frame type	Frame type	Central tube	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Technology	Technology	Wave	Technology	radial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	110 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	80 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 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	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Length	Length	2,255 mm	Length	2,256 mm
Width	Width	980 mm	Width	982 mm
Height	Height	1,410 mm	Height	1,497 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,540 mm	Wheelbase	1,560 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	845 mm	Seat Height	850 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	261 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	255 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	23 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	30 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2014

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT 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